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 Classic art |
3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South The Bellagio Las Vegas, NV 89109 United States +1 702 693 7111 (Hotel) / +1 877 957 9777 (Tickets) http://www.bgfa.biz/ |
This collection at the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art in the Bellagio is impressive even to those who have visited better-known museums in New York and Europe. On display are sculptures and paintings from late 19th and 20th century artists, including original works by Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet, Vincent Van Gogh and other European masters. The tour is best appreciated when the audio headphones are used, which are included with admission. Check the website for current exhibitions. Reservations are necessary, as this is a very popular attraction. Admission is $17 for adults and $12 for students, and &14 for senior citizens and Nevada residents. Seasonal discounts are occasionally offered. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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 Visit the desert valley |
6265 Dean Martin Road Las Vegas, NV 89118 United States +1 702 361 0676 http://www.vegashummertours.com |
The most popular tour is to the Red Rock Canyon area to travel the Bureau of Land Management trails, and lasts approximately three hours. A four-hour tour to the Valley of Fire State Park is also offered for those interested in rock hunting, especially the local find of petrified wood. This tour is USD200 per adult, with an additional discount for seniors and children. All tours include bottled water and pick-up and drop-off at local hotels. Each Hummer has space for five tourists. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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The ultimate in shopping |
3663 Las Vegas Boulevard South The Aladdin Hotel Las Vegas, NV 89019 United States +1 888 800 8284 (Toll Free) http://www.desertpassage.com |
More than 130 unique retail shops and 14 first-class restaurants are located in this delightful, 500,000-square-foot planet of fame housed in the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. The shopping center has a sleek, modern look with more retailers than you can handle. Just a sample of the shops include Addi Gallery for exquisite art and Henna Designs for fun tattoos. The Blue Note Jazz Club and the Beluga Bar have also found homes in this unique facility. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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 Shops fit for an emperor |
3570 Las Vegas Boulevard South Caesars Palace Las Vegas, NV 89109 United States +1 702 893 4800 / +1 877 427 7243 http://www.caesars.com/Caesars... |
Inside one of the five tall, white-washed buildings of Caesars Palace Hotel Casino, you will find the Forum Shops. Here, you can buy with the richest of them (Gucci, Versace, Jimmy Choo, Baccarat, Harry Winston, etc.) in an atmosphere reminiscent of the ancient Roman Senate: large statues, majestic fountains and grand pillars abound. This enormous mall spans multiple floors (more than 643,000 square feet!) and is dotted with various restaurants (some with a dress code and some casual) to please all palates, including Wolfgang Puck's renowned Spago. Free valet parking. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Light and musical show |
425 Fremont Street Las Vegas, NV 89101 United States +1 702 678 5777 / +1 800 249 3559 http://www.vegasexperience.com |
Encompassing Fremont Street in the center of downtown Las Vegas is a light and musical show like none other in the world. A permanent canopy has been constructed to cover the casino-lined street with two million lights and a state-of-the-art sound system. This USD70 million attraction provides shows in the evening hours and is a popular area for filming motion picture scenes. There is no charge for entrance except on New Year's Eve. The special shows projected on the canopy ceiling last for approximately seven minutes. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Cruise through Venetian canals |
3355 Las Vegas Boulevard South Venetian Hotel Las Vegas, NV 89109 United States +1 702 414 4500 http://www.venetian.com/attrac... |
O Sole Mio! You will be the recipient of a vocal performance as your personal gondolier trained by masters in Venice, Italy takes you on a trip you will never forget. These crafts navigate the canals that run through the Grand Canal Shoppes located at the Venetian Hotel Casino. Reservations are required if you want a singing gondolier to take you on your journey. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Shop in Venetian-influenced mall |
3355 Las Vegas Boulevard South The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino Las Vegas, NV 89109 United States +1 702 414 4500 http://www.venetian.com |
Stroll along the streets of Venice, Las Vegas and delight your senses with exquisite design and the serenade of the gondoliers. This shopping mall has all the finest stores from Ann Taylor to Venezia. You'll even find a few shops that only exist here and in the real Venice. Shopping and dining al fresco make for a very European outing. These fine shops are located in the Venetian Hotel Casino. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Reproduction of King Tut's Tomb |
3900 Las Vegas Boulevard South Las Vegas, NV 89119 United States +1 888 777 0188 / +1 702 262 4000 http://www.luxor.com/ |
If you can't make it to Egypt, but you are interested in Middle Eastern history, this is the place to go. Located deep inside the Luxor pyramid, the museum is a real treat. Exact reproductions of the young king's tomb and riches will be discovered on this self-directed audio tour. All room measurements and placement of the artifacts are based on the notes of Howard Carter who discovered the original tomb in 1922. It is so realistic, you might just worry about being cursed. Audio tour translations available in English, Japanese, French and Spanish. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Fun in the sun at man-made lake |
601 Nevada Way (Alan Bible Visitor Center) Las Vegas, NV 89005 United States +1 702 293 8990 (Visitor Center) http://www.nps.gov/lame |
This marvelous recreational area encompasses 1.5 million acres of land and water. The powerful flow of the Colorado River is denied by that famous feat of engineering, the Hoover Dam, thus creating Lake Mead, the 16th largest man-made lake in the western hemisphere. With 820 miles of shoreline, the Lake Mead National Recreation Area provides ample opportunities for boating, swimming, hiking, scuba diving and fishing. There are campgrounds, boat and jet-ski rental services, hotels, restaurants, beaches and four marinas. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Fastest place in town |
7000 Las Vegas Boulevard North Las Vegas, NV 89115 United States +1 702 644 4444 / +1 800 644 4444 (Tickets) http://www.lvms.com/ |
Since the grand opening of the Las Vegas 500 Indy Racing League in 1996, this speedway has gained instant popularity. This venue is a super tri-oval speedway providing both a 1.5-mile speedway and short-track offerings of a 3/8-mile paved oval track, a dirt track and drag strip. This USD200-million facility is considered to be one of the best in the industry with NASCAR events throughout the year. Tickets run from USD19 to USD50, depending on the event. Several driving schools are affiliated with the track, including Richard Petty Driving Experience, Derek Daly Academy and CART Driving 101. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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 Cockroaches to dinosaurs |
900 Las Vegas Boulevard North Cashman Center Drive Las Vegas, NV 89101 United States +1 702 384 3466 http://www.lvnhm.org/ |
The past is alive in this museum. You'll find everything from fossils to an animated 35-foot Tyrannosaurus Rex right out of the time when dinosaurs ruled the earth. As for more recent monsters, there is a 3,000-gallon aquarium with sharks that seem to be waiting for dinner. The learning process is enhanced with multimedia and hands-on displays, as well as live and mounted animals. One of the most popular displays contains live insects, including giant cockroaches. Admission is USD& for adults, USD6 for seniors, students 13 and over and military personnel, USD3 for children 3-11 and free for children under 2. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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View lions in natural habitat |
3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South MGM Grand Hotel Casino - Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV 89109 United States +1 702 891 7777 / +1 877 880 0880 (Toll free) http://www.mgmgrand.com |
This is a wonderful spot at the MGM Grand to spend an hour or two gazing at the lions and cubs in their multi-level, state-of-the-art showcase and natural habitat. Admission is free, but you will have a 'photo opportunity' for pictures of you with the lions. There's also a gift shop, with lots of fun toys, stuffed animals and clothing. A portion of the proceeds goes to organizations dedicated to the preservation of lions. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Visit Vegas neon history |
425 Fremont Street Las Vegas, NV 89101 United States +1 702 387 6366 http://www.neonmuseum.org |
In a city famous for lights, it is nice to honor the old neon signs. This historic display is located within the Fremont Street Experience and though it is open all day, it is best viewed at night. See the original Aladdin's lamp in its full-color splendor and the horse and rider from the old Hacienda Hotel. The museum often adds new items to this marvelous collection. Admission is free, but donations are gladly accepted. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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 Love Unmasked |
3355 South Las Vegas Boulevard Venetian Resort Hotel Casino Las Vegas, NV 89109 United States 1-702-414-9000. http://www.phantomlasvegas.com/ |
Andrew Lloyd Webber seems to have the Midas touch, which certainly continues with the Las Vegas production of his monumental musical Phantom of the Opera, one of the longest running shows in the history of Broadway, that has finally migrated out to 'The Strip' as the resident production at the Venetian Resort & Casino. Phantom of the Opera tells the story of a disfigured musical genius who haunts the catacombs beneath the Paris Opera House. From the time you step foot in the magnificent theater, the show transports you back into the late nineteenth century. The show begins with the Phantom tutoring a beautiful understudy by putting her under his spell as he wages a reign of terror over the new owners, and anyone else that does not obey his orders. This version of the long running Broadway play has unique operaesque vocals backed by a powerful 19-piece orchestra. The costuming and sets are every bit as extravagant and lavish as one would expect from a Las Vegas show. And to the complete delight of the audience, no corners are cut and no dime is spared. The beautiful $40 million Phantom of the Opera showroom - complete with breathtaking 'floating chandelier' - seats 1800 guests, every one with a good view of this 95-minute extravaganza. The show, abbreviated for the restless Las Vegas traveler, is directed by original director Hal Prince, and still maintains the complete storyline. Every song also remains intact. This retelling of the Beauty and the Beast myth has proved irresistible to audiences. Phantom of the Opera is the most successful theatrical endeavor of all time and has grossed more than $3 billion worldwide since its London premiere in 1986. Suitable for all ages and delightful for everyone! This is a must see while in Las Vegas! Credits: Executive Producers Scott Zeiger, David Ian, Carl Pasbjerg; Lyrics Charles Hart, Choreographer Gillian Lynne, Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber; Director Harold Prince; Producer Cameron Mackintosh; Lighting Andrew Bridge; Sound Mick Potter. -Daisy Kuchins Review © 2009, Wcities |
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View exotic animals |
3400 Las Vegas Boulevard South Mirage Hotel Casino Las Vegas, NV 89109 United States +1 702 791 7111 http://www.themirage.com/ |
This is a tropical paradise dedicated to the wild things. You will find many exotic animal breeds housed here, from elephants, panthers and leopards to Siegfried and Roy's rare and enchanting white tigers. This exhibit is presented in an effort to spotlight the need to protect vanishing breeds. Along with the land-based residents, visitors are invited to visit the intriguing Dolphin Habitat. You will thoroughly enjoy watching the antics of these amazing creatures that love to show off for onlookers. This attraction is located at the Mirage Hotel Casino. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Sharks in the desert |
3950 Las Vegas Boulevard South Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Las Vegas, NV 89119 United States +1 702 632 4555 / +1 702 632 7777 http://www.mandalaybay.com/ent... |
This truly amazing state-of-the art aquarium has sharks, alligators, monitor lizards and other amazing creatures living in more than 1,000,000 gallons of salt water at the Mandalay Bay Resort. You will enjoy a beautiful display of blue sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, eels and a remarkable jellyfish display with black lights. Tickets are USD15.95 for adults; USD9.95 for children 12 years and above and free for children younger than 4. This is a must-see exhibit for the whole family. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Beam me up, Scottie |
3000 Paradise Road Las Vegas Hilton Las Vegas, NV 89109 United States +1 702 732 5111 / +1 888 732 7117 http://www.startrekexp.com |
Find yourself transported into the 24th century at the Las Vegas Hilton as you are beamed on board the bridge of the USS Enterprise. Walk in the footsteps of your favorite Star Trek characters. If you are so inclined, you can be married on the bridge too. The "History of the Future" Museum features more than 200 objects of interest. Voyage through space for a 22-minute journey to the stars. Stop in Quark's Bar & Restaurant for a nice blue drink or snack. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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New point of view |
2000 Las Vegas Boulevard South Stratosphere Hotel Las Vegas, NV 89104 United States +1 702 380 7777 / +1 800 998 6937 http://www.stratospherehotel.c... |
This is America's tallest observation tower, rising 1,149 feet above the city streets. Located at the Stratosphere Hotel, it houses two hair-raising rides. The 'Let It Ride High Roller' is the world's highest coaster and is guaranteed to provide the ride of a lifetime. The 'Big Shot' shoots riders 160 feet into the air where they experience zero gravity then free fall to the platform, which is 800 feet above the street. Tower admission prices are subject to change. For details and enquiries call the Ticketing Box Office at +1 702 380 7711. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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