From its plethora of casinos to dazzling entertainment scene, we'll take the gamble and bet you'll never get bored in Sin City. With so much to do in this Mojave Desert paradise, a single trip to Las Vegas may not be enough for some - but everyone should definitely visit at least once in their lifetimes.
How much you'll get to tick off your bucket list in the "Entertainment Capital of the World" largely depends on your time and budget. Here are a few reasons why you should visit Las Vegas - including a top Trip.com tip on the cheapest way to save during your visit😉.
Top Tip: The Cheapest Way to Visit Las Vegas
Tourist/City/Sightseeing Passes
No matter the duration of your holiday, expenses are bound to add up. It's estimated that the average price of a trip to Las Vegas costs approx. US$250 per day per person. Many cities - including Las Vegas - offer sightseeing and tourist passes which give you the flexibility of visiting multiple attractions with just 1 pass - at extremely discounted rates. At Trip.com, we offer 2 types of Go City Las Vegas passes to ensure you'll enjoy maximum flexibility, savings, and variety during your next Sin City vacation.
Go City Las Vegas Passes
1. Go City: Las Vegas Explorer Pass (Flex Pass)
The Go City: Las Vegas Explorer Pass is a multiple-attraction sightseeing pass that offers you access to 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 top Las Vegas attractions, tours, and must-sees over a 60-day period. Have over 35 attractions to choose from including Big Bus Las Vegas tours, SkyPod at The STRAT, Fly LINQ Zipline, the Eiffel Tower Experience at Paris Las Vegas, and Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. Go City: Las Vegas Explorer Passes range from US$69–US$139 (tax and service fees included) and all unused passes are valid for 2 years from your purchase date. Simply present the digital or physical QR Code attached to your Trip.com booking confirmation to enter each attraction of your choice.
2. Go City: Las Vegas All-Inclusive Pass
The Go City: Las Vegas All-Inclusive Pass is a multiple-day sightseeing pass that allows you to visit as many top Las Vegas sights, tours, and must-sees over a 2, 3, 4, or 5-day period. Passes range between US$134–US$331 (tax and service fees included) and each pass is only activated when you visit your first attraction. If you've purchased a 3, 4, or 5-day pass, you'll be entitled to 1 premium attraction. The Las Vegas Strip Helicopter Tour worth US$149, a full-day tour of Grand Canyon National Park worth US$119, and Legends in Concert tickets worth US$125.24 are just some of the premium attractions available. Simply present the digital or physical QR Code attached to your Trip.com booking confirmation to enter each attraction of your choice.
Top 4 Things to Do in Las Vegas
Let's face it, New York City isn't the only city that never sleeps. With options available round-the-clock in the main touristy areas and national parks just a short drive away, you'll want to pack as much into your Sin City itinerary as possible. To help ease your planning process, we've compiled a list of top things to do during your Las Vegas visit.
1. Free Things to Do in Las Vegas
- The Fountains of Bellagio
As seen in famous Hollywood movies (think "Ocean's Eleven", "The Hangover Part III"), The Fountains of Bellagio is one of the top free attractions in Las Vegas that sees millions of visitors each year. The iconic spot features a majestic water spectacle choreographed to various classic songs in 15 to 30-minute intervals daily from 15:00–00:00, Monday through Friday, and 12:00–00:00 on weekends and holidays.
- The Freemont Street Experience
There's nothing quite like a walk down Las Vegas' first paved street. Set in Downtown Las Vegas, Freemont Street serves as the city's 2nd-most popular street and is home to some of Sin City's first casinos (Golden Nugget, Four Queens, and Binion's). A canopy fitted with the world's largest video screen - Viva Vision - stretches approx. 1,375 feet (419m) and provides a sensorial feast from 18:00 every evening.
- Welcome to Las Vegas Sign
An iconic Sin City landmark, the "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" has been gracing visitors on 5100 Las Vegas Boulevard South since 1959. Don't miss your Instagram opportunity with the 25-foot-tall (7.6m) roadside pole - it's certainly a Las Vegas must!
2. Zip-Line Across Sin City
Thrill seekers and adrenaline junkies, this one's for you. With the variety of zip lines popping up in and on the outskirts of Las Vegas, we've narrowed down a few of the most popular ones according to location.
- The Strip Zip Lines
Get your adrenaline pumping with the FlyLINQ Zipline - Las Vegas' first zip line on the Strip. Fitted with 10 side-by-side zip lines, there's plenty of room for you and your entourage to "fly" off its 114-feet-tall (12 stories) launch tower. If you're new to zip-lining, consider opting for Rio ZipLine (formerly Voodoo ZipLine) instead. The zip ride is located on the 51st floor of Rio's Masquerade Tower and is known for their ski lift-style seats.
- Freemont Street Zip Line
When SlotZilla proclaims they're a "zip line unlike any other", they mean it. This exhilarating course is based in the world's largest slot machine - standing 11-stories-tall. The basic zip line - Zip-Zilla - launches from the 7th floor and lands halfway down the Fremont Street Experience pedestrian promenade. Super-Hero Zoom starts from the 11th floor and lands 5 blocks away at Golden Gate Casino & Hotel. Not for the faint-hearted, this zoom line launches you "face first" in superhero-fashion.
3. Las Vegas' Best Vantage Points
Your trip wouldn't be complete without spending the evening enjoying aerial views of Las Vegas from some of its best vantage points. From panoramic dining spots to viewing towers, your options are endless.
The STRAT Hotel's SkyPod - the tallest freestanding observation tower in the U.S. - undoubtedly takes the pot with its 1,149-foot-tall (350m) observation tower. The soaring tower also offers features 3 thrilling rides and the heart-pounding, 108-storey-high SkyJump - an open-air leap.
Marvel from other winning viewpoints including High Roller at the LINQ Promenade - the world's tallest observation wheel, the Eiffel Tower Restaurant and Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck at Paris Las Vegas, and VooDoo Lounge at The Rio. For the ultimate bird's eye view, consider splurging on a Las Vegas Strip Helicopter Tour.
4. Things to Do in Las Vegas with the Family
While "family-friendly" isn't the first descriptive term that comes to mind, Las Vegas is actually filled with a variety of activities fit for a family vacation. Feed stingrays in Shark Reef Aquarium's touch pool, get your sugar rush at M&M's World or Hershey's Chocolate World, or head to Adventuredome - an amusement park located in Circus Circus.
If you're planning to venture off The Strip, check out Lion Habitat Ranch in Henderson or drive up to any of the nearby national parks. Death Valley, Joshua Tree, Zion National Park, and the Grand Canyon are all located within a 3-hour drive away from Downtown Las Vegas.
Know Before You Go
1. Getting Around Las Vegas
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) (formerly McCarran International Airport) is Las Vegas' closest airport, just 3 miles from The Strip and 5 miles from Downtown Las Vegas.
2. Las Vegas Public Transportation
The cheapest way of getting around Las Vegas is via public transportation. For the most convenient way of getting around the Strip, take advantage of the Las Vegas Monorail. The 4-mile air-conditioned, elevated system runs along the Las Vegas Strip from 07:00 and stops between 00:00–03:00, daily. Single rides cost US$5 and 24-Hour passes cost US$13.
If you prefer transit options that'll take you between the Strip and Downtown Las Vegas, opt for the Deuce and SDX (commonly referred to as the Downtown Express) instead. Both bus services stop along most major casino hotels on the Strip and Freemont Street. Tickets cost US$6 for 2 hours and US$8 for a 24-hour pass.
The City of Las Vegas also offers complimentary public shuttle services - Las Vegas Free Tram and the Downtown Loop. While free, these services are less frequent and typically have lesser stops.
3. Driving in Las Vegas
Because traffic tends to get quite heavy in Sin City, we would not recommend driving around Las Vegas if you aren't planning to get out of the city thereafter. If you're visiting Las Vegas via car, we recommend parking in your accommodation and making full use of the city's extensive public transportation system - or getting around on foot.
4. The Best Time to Visit Las Vegas
Las Vegas experiences its high season from January through April, October, and major U.S. holidays.
5. Las Vegas Weather
Because the "Entertainment Capital of the World" is located in the middle of the Mojave Desert, temperatures between July and August often exceed 104°F (40°C). While it doesn’t snow in Las Vegas, winter months tend to be short - from December to February, with cool temperatures that average between 57°F (13°C) and 39°F (4°C).
👍Top Tip: Be sure to wear comfortable shoes during your visit. It takes approx. 15-20 minutes to walk between casino hotels on the Las Vegas Strip.
Go City Pass- Las Vegas Review
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The Big Bus tour was the highlight.
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very good valuefor money and very easy to use ...
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This was really good! We went up the stratosphere and had the signor frogs open bar. The stratosphere gave such a beautiful view and single frogs was such a cool bar! Unfortunately we didn't get round to doing a 3rd thing. I would say only the 3 pass ticker is needed!
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is a city or sightseeing pass?
A: Many cities - including Las Vegas - offer sightseeing and tourist passes which give you the flexibility of visiting multiple attractions with just 1 pass - at extremely discounted rates. Trip.com offers a variety of passes in various cities globally that'll save you up to 55% off attractions
- Q: Is the Go City Las Vegas pass worth it?
A: We offer 2 types of Go City Las Vegas Passes - the Go City: Las Vegas Explorer Pass and the Go City: Las Vegas All-Inclusive Pass. Both passes have their own benefits. The Explorer Pass acts like a "flex pass", offering you the flexibility to choose from 2–7 attractions of your choice over a 60-day period. This would be worth it if you have a longer stay or are planning to visit Las Vegas multiple times over the 2-month period. The All-Inclusive Pass is a multiple-day pass and allows you to visit an unlimited number of attractions available over the number of days chosen. While costlier than the Explorer Pass, all 3 to 5-day passes entitle you to one premium attraction including the Las Vegas Strip Helicopter Tour worth US$149, a full-day tour of Grand Canyon National Park worth US$119, and Legends in Concert tickets worth US$125.24. The All-Inclusive Pass is worth it if you're visiting Las Vegas just once over a 2 to 5-day period. Additionally, when you book with Trip.com, there are no hidden taxes or service fees.
- Q: How do Go City Passes work?
A: When you book your Go City pass with Trip.com, you'll receive your Explorer or All-Inclusive Pass QR code attached to your booking confirmation. Simply present the your digital or printed QR code at the attraction or activity of your choice to enter. You'll get attraction credits for Explorer Passes, where each attraction visited = 1 credit. Credits are valid for 60 days or once they've all been used. All-Inclusive Passes are activated once you use your pass to visit your first attraction.
- Q: Can I cancel a Go City Pass?
A: Go City Passes cannot be canceled on Trip.com.