Things
to do and Places to See in Las Vegas
Las
Vegas Territory includes the Las Vegas Valley, Boulder City,
Henderson, Laughlin, Jean, Primm, and Mesquite. There are plenty
of activities other than gaming in the Las Vegas area. Take
a break form the bumper-to-bumper traffic and head out on a
day
trip. Some of the most interesting and unique destinations
are listed here. Two of the most popular trips are Hoover Dam
and Red Rock Canyon just a few miles from Las Vegas.
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Day trips from the Las Vegas
area of Nevada
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Fun
Free things to do Las Vegas There are many free
places to go where you can enjoy a show or be entertained.
Shows, Exhibits, Attractions and tours. |
Pahrump
Valley Winery - Nevada's only
operating winery is located at the base of Mt. Charlston.
The winery is a popular day trip from Las Vegas. |
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Red
Rock Canyon - This park is named for the 3,000-foot-high
sandstone cliffs. Just 17 miles from the Las Vegas Strip.
Admission is $5 per car. Red Rock makes a great day trip
from Las Vegas. |
Hoover
Dam - The Bureau of Reclamation started conducting
tours through the Hoover Dam and Power Plant in 1937. Close to
1,000,000 visitors a year. view the dam. |
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Liberace
Museum - Permanent displays include Liberace's many
treasures, such as his extravagant jewelry and costumes, world-famous
pianos and his collection of rare automobiles. |
Bonnie
Springs Old Nevada - This
little old mining town offers plenty to do. There is a
petting zoo, miniature train ride, simulated gunfights
in the streets and much more. |
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| Madame
Tussauds Las Vegas
- Interactive experiences including Puttin' a Round with Tiger,
Shake it with Britney, One-on-One with Shaq. Imaginative use of
state-of-the-art technology. Las Vegas, NV |
Springs
Preserve - Only three miles from the Strip
but worlds away. eight acre botanical garden and 1.6 miles
of historical walking trails. Oover 300 interactive exhibits
telling the story of Las Vegas past, present and future. |
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| Nevada
Test Site - Take a walk through
"Doom Town", realistic sets constructed by the Atomic
Energy Commission to measure effects of atomic weapons on animals
and various types of buildings. |
River
Mountains Trail Loop - The Loop Trail, approximately
35 miles in length, will surround the River Mountains. Enjoy the
uniqueness of the River Mountains landscape. |
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| Boulder
City - Just 20 miles from Las Vegas, is the perfect
place to spend a day. Gateway to Lake Mead , offering endless
camping, fishing, boating, water skiing, hiking, biking and photography.
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Neon
Museum - A collection ranges from the 1940s to present
day. Some pieces are restored as public art and mapped for a walking
tour. The Neon Boneyard is open by appointment only. |
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The
Atomic Testing Museum - Portrays world history through varied
representations of the story of
the Nevada Test Site and its programs. 755 East Flamingo
Rd. in Las Vegas |
The
Las Vegas Natural History Museum - Dedicated to educating children
and families in the
natural sciences, both past and present. 900 North Las Vegas
Boulevard Las Vegas |
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Cowboy
Trail Rides - Horseback and
horse-drawn-wagon rides on miles of trails in the Red Rock
National Conservation Area. Minutes from the Las Vegas
Strip.. |
Lake
Mead Cruises - Cruise Lake Mead Daily. Year-round
sightseeing aboard "Desert Princess"Paddle wheeler.
Meal cruises, charters and boat buyouts available. |
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