Top Las Vegas Culture - page 2

Visit two iconic places in the Las Vegas area - the Seven Magic Mountains and The Hoover Dam. First, you'll see the public art installation made of colorful stacked boulders by mixed-media artist, Ugo Rondinone. Your guide shares insights with special appeal for first-time visitors. You'll then head out to the magnificent Hoover Dam. This tour includes bottled water, snacks and hotel pickup and drop-off, making it a stress-free excursion in Las Vegas.

You can’t visit Las Vegas without taking in the spectacular sight of the majestic Hoover Dam! A true marvel, the dam was constructed in less than five years during the Great Depression by thousands of men who ventured into Black Canyon to harness the power of the mighty Colorado.

Visit the West Rim of the Grand Canyon on this full-day coach tour from Las Vegas. Travel by bus, and pass by Lake Mead and a Joshua Tree Forest on the way. At the Grand Canyon, upgrade to a guided tour or explore Eagle Point and Guano Point on your own. Additional upgrades include a Skywalk and a helicopter and boat ride below the rim. Stop at the Hoover Dam on the way back.

Discover the ultimate shooting experience in Las Vegas. Explore this 5-acre facility filled with military vehicles, tanks and helicopters. Then take aim with one of two shooting packages. The GI Joe features a Glock 17 (20 rounds), full-auto Uzi (25 rounds) and an AK-47 full-auto assault rifle. The Tactical Force features a Glock 17 (20 rounds), full-auto MP5 (25 rounds), full-auto M4 assault rifle (25 rounds) and a 12-guage shotgun (five rounds). Professional instructors, eye and ear protection plus a hotel pickup and drop-off in a Humvee are included.

Ride into the sunset on a Las Vegas horseback riding tour in the Nevada desert, led by a professional wrangler. Set your gaze on quintessential Wild West landscapes and search for wildlife including bighorn sheep, jackrabbits, and roadrunners. Conclude your evening ride with a barbecue dinner followed by a cowboy campfire under the stars. Includes round-trip transportation from Las Vegas hotels.

Enjoy a night with loads of laughter from some of the best comedians in the business with this admission ticket to the LA Comedy Club in Las Vegas. The club, located at the STRAT Casino, Hotel and Tower — in the 160-seat Dragon Room — has been serving Sin City locals and tourists since 2007. Each week showcases a different live comedy event featuring national headlining comedians. Choose from general admission or VIP seating available.

While in Las Vegas, experience Omega Mart, the newest interactive experience from the groundbreaking art collective, Meow Wolf. Marvel at the work of international and local artists as you embark on a journey through surreal worlds and immersive storytelling. Discover secret portals as you venture into parts unknown.

Enjoy views of Las Vegas from the STRAT Tower Observation Deck, which stands 1,149 feet (350 meters) in the air. You can visit both the indoor and outdoor decks, as well as purchase drinks from the Air Bar (own expense).

Fly from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon in a sightseeing helicopter, touch down deep in the canyon for a Champagne toast, and explore the scenic desert landscape in luxurious style. This Grand Canyon helicopter tour includes plenty of flying time, hotel pickup and drop-off in Las Vegas, and drinks and snacks on a private bluff inside the Grand Canyon.

Experience the world-famous Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam in style during this luxury small-group day trip from Las Vegas. Travel aboard a vehicle with leather seats, USB ports, and outlets as you make stops at the Hoover Dam, Dolan Springs, and Grand Canyon West Rim (site of the Skywalk). Round-trip hotel transport is included, and optional Skywalk ticket upgrade package is available.

Discover the South Rim of the Grand Canyon on this full-day tour from Las Vegas. Travel by deluxe motor coach and enjoy views of the Mojave Desert along the way. Enjoy three hours at the national park, where you can explore highlights like views of the deepest and widest part of the canyon from Mather Point, historic Hopi House, and the Bright Angel Trail.

Visit the West Rim of the Grand Canyon on this full-day tour from Las Vegas. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle, passing by Arizona’s Joshua Tree Forest on the way. At the Grand Canyon West Rim, enjoy four hours of free time to explore highlights like Eagle Point and Guano Point. On the way back, stop by the Hoover Dam bridge for photos.

Escape the bright lights of Las Vegas on a horseback ride that takes you along the same trails that were traversed by cowboys in the Wild West era. With morning, afternoon, and evening ride options, you can fit the excursion into your busy Las Vegas itinerary. The ride is paired with a traditional cowboy-style meal, served with views of the horses grazing nearby.

Take in glittering views of the Strip from the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas, and experience the iconic French monument in living color, half-scale and Vegas style. Glide up 46-stories to a panoramic viewing deck, and look past the city lights to the vast Mojave Desert and arid mountains. Step up to the edge, for aerial views of the Bellagio Fountains, the glowing High Roller, and Sin City’s unforgettable, vibrant downtown.

Leave behind the hectic crowds of Las Vegas and spend the day exploring desert landscapes on this scenic van tour. Cruising through picture-perfect scenery ensures you don’t miss any of the sights along the way. As you stop at highlights such as Spring Mountain Ranch State Park and the Blue Diamond mining town, your guide explains the geological and cultural significance that you might overlook on your own.

Las Vegas is known for its celebrity dining and ritzy casinos. On this small-group walking tour, visit some of the most sought-after restaurants run by chefs like Gordon Ramsay and Giada De Laurentiis and try some of their signature dishes. Your guide is there to help you understand more about Vegas' history, culture, and gastronomy as you stroll along The Strip and sample delicious cuisines.

Hoover Dam is renowned as one of the world’s most impressive manmade wonders, towering 700 feet (213 meters) over the Colorado River. On this tour, enjoy magnificent views of the dam from both sides of the Mike O'Callaghan/Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, learn more about the remarkable feat of engineering, and make a stop in Boulder City.

See VEGAS! The Show, the biggest stage production on the strip in almost 20 years, while visiting Las Vegas. Immerse yourself in the gossip, glitter and glamor that make up Vegas' culture, all sent up on stage in Planet Hollywood's Saxe Theater. This show recreates the greatest moments in Vegas’ history during its 1.5 run time. You’ll meet vintage Vegas icons like The Rat Pack, Elvis and today’s most popular performers.

Escape from Las Vegas to experience the Black Canyon on a gentle raft tour on the Colorado River. Board your motorized raft at the Lake Mead National Recreation Area and relax as your guide steers the boat along the Colorado River, providing a smooth trip through the canyon landscape. Soak in the scenery of Hoover Dam, tall rock cliffs, caves, and riverside beaches as your guide shares commentary about the wildlife and history of the region. Includes boxed lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off from Las Vegas.

Enjoy the ultimate dinner and a show experience in Las Vegas—the Tournament of Kings at the Excalibur Hotel and Casino on the Strip. Adapted from the tale of King Arthur, this live-action production takes place in a 900-seat arena. Gallant knights ride majestic steeds, proving their courage amidst special effects and pyrotechnics. While the knights fight with swords and lances, feast without utensils on a hearty 2-course meal featuring Cornish game hen.

Combine comedy with sightseeing on this unique tour of the Hoover Dam from Las Vegas with a professional comedian as your guide. Stop at the Welcome to Las Vegas Sign for photos without having to wait in line. Visit the Hoover Dam Museum, then enjoy an exclusive “Walk on Top” guided tour of the Hoover Dam with comedic entertainment. Also includes access to the interior of the dam and lunch at a restaurant.

Expand your mind and fill your camera roll at the Paradox Museum Las Vegas, a creative, dynamic space that tricks the eyes and expands the mind. Make like a Vegas illusionist in an upside-down room or a shrinking box; pose for hilarious photos on a sofa that cuts you in two; and challenge your brain in halls of mirrors. Tickets are timed so you can skip the long lines.

Visit the filming locations of the reality TV shows 'Counting Cars' and 'Vegas Rat Rods' during this Las Vegas guided tour. Along with seeing Count Kustoms, the chopper and hot rod dealer, and Welder Up, the customization shop owned by Steve Darnell, pop by the Shelby Museum to stroll through interactive exhibits and see classic cars.