Your complete guide to Las Vegas
Verified itineraries, honest advice, and no-fluff tips on the Strip, Fremont Street, and the Hoover Dam, plus day trips across the region, from the Grand Canyon to Zion National Park.
Top-rated activities in Las Vegas
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Top destinations in and around Las Vegas
From the Strip and Fremont Street to Red Rock Canyon and the Hoover Dam, plus day trips to the Grand Canyon and Zion National Park further afield.
The Las Vegas Strip
The Strip isn't in Las Vegas city limits, it's 4 miles long, and resort fees aren't in the room rate. Here's how it really works.
Downtown & Fremont Street
Old Las Vegas explained: free LED canopy shows, paid SlotZilla zipline, distances from the Strip, and when to go.
Red Rock Canyon: The Desert Escape 30 Minutes From the Strip
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area sits 30 minutes from the Strip. 2026 fees, timed-entry rules, the scenic loop, and the best short hikes.
Hoover Dam
Hoover Dam from Las Vegas: 45-minute drive, free bypass bridge views, Powerplant Tour prices, and what a real visit actually costs in 2026.
Valley of Fire State Park
Nevada's oldest state park, 2026 entry fees, Fire Wave and Elephant Rock trails, and why summer midday hiking here is genuinely risky.
Death Valley
Death Valley from Las Vegas: a 2-2.5 hour drive, $30 park fee, Badwater Basin — and why summer heat here is genuinely dangerous, not scenic.
Things to do in Las Vegas
A night out on the Strip, a walk down Fremont Street, a hike through Red Rock Canyon, and more — the best activities in Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Walking Tours
Guided walks through the Strip and downtown Las Vegas, from the casino corridor to Fremont Street's old Vegas core, covering history, architecture and local stories.
Lake Mead Cruises and Boat Tours
Sightseeing cruises on Lake Mead near Hoover Dam, from short scenic runs to sunset sails and dinner cruises.
Day Trips from Las Vegas
The full range of day trips out of the city, from nearby Hoover Dam and Red Rock Canyon to the long hauls to the Grand Canyon, Zion Country, the Grand Circle and Los Angeles.
Food Tours and Tastings
Guided food walks through Strip resorts and downtown Las Vegas, sampling buffets, steakhouses and local specialties along the way.
Essential travel guides
Our most popular guides to help you prepare.
Las Vegas Strip Panoramic Night Tour: What to Expect
A guide to the Strip's after-dark panoramic bus tours: what they show, what they cost, and what to actually expect on board.
Grand Canyon West Skywalk: The Complete Guide
Skywalk tickets, drive time, tour options and what to expect at Grand Canyon West, the Hualapai tribal site outside Las Vegas.
Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend Combo Tour Guide
How the Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend combo works, what it costs, and why Page (not a same-day Las Vegas round trip) is the smart base.
Hoover Dam Half-Day Trip from the Strip
How to fit Hoover Dam into a half-day from the Strip: drive vs tour, what's free, what needs a ticket, and the best time to go.
Best Day Trips from Las Vegas, Ranked by Drive Time
Las Vegas day trips sorted by realistic drive time, from Red Rock Canyon under an hour to Bryce Canyon and Page five hours away.
Downtown & Fremont Street Walking Tour Guide
How to walk Fremont Street and Downtown Las Vegas: what's free, what guided tours add, and how to get there from the Strip.
Suggested itineraries
Tested routes to make the most of your time.
Strip Essentials: The Perfect One-Day Las Vegas Itinerary
A realistic one-day plan for the Las Vegas Strip and Fremont Street, using trams and buses instead of walking all 4 miles end to end.
First-Time Las Vegas: 3 Days, No Car Needed
A 3-day, car-free Las Vegas plan: the Strip, Downtown & Arts District, then a half-day at Red Rock Canyon on an organized tour.
First-Time Las Vegas: 3 Days, No Car Needed
A 3-day, car-free Las Vegas plan: the Strip, Downtown & Arts District, then a half-day at Red Rock Canyon on an organized tour.
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