Las Vegas

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AirportsHarry Reid International (LAS)
Getting aroundOn foot, monorail, buses and ride-hailing apps
CurrencyUS dollar (USD)
Best monthsMarch to May, October and November

Las Vegas in brief

Las Vegas is a resort city in the Nevada desert, built around huge casino hotels, shows and restaurants.

Most visitors stay on the Strip, a long boulevard lined with themed resorts. The older Downtown, around Fremont Street, is smaller and cheaper.

The desert around the city is worth a day or two. The Grand Canyon, the Hoover Dam and red-rock parks are all within reach.

Top attractions in Las Vegas

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The Strip

The main boulevard of resorts, each with its own theme, best walked after dark when the lights are on.
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Photo: The Strip — King of Hearts (CC BY-SA 4.0); Bellagio Fountains — Srishti Sethi (CC BY-SA 4.0); Fremont Street Experience — Tomás Del Coro from Las Vegas, Nevada, USA (CC BY-SA 2.0); High Roller — Tony Webster from San Francisco, California (CC BY 2.0); Sphere — Y2kcrazyjoker4 (CC BY 4.0); Red Rock Canyon — Frank Schulenburg (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons

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Getting there and around

Airport transfer from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)A pre-booked car from arrivals to your hotel. Alternatives are a taxi at a fixed fare to the Strip, a ride-hailing app or a shuttle.
Getting around Las VegasThe Strip can be walked, but it is long. A monorail runs behind its east side, and a bus links the Strip with Downtown day and night.
Car rentalUseful for Red Rock Canyon, the Hoover Dam and the Valley of Fire. Not needed on the Strip. Driving is on the right.

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Where to stay

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1

Central Strip

The busiest stretch, close to the Bellagio Fountains and most of the big resorts.
2

South Strip

Large resorts near the airport and the stadium, a little calmer.
3

North Strip

Newer resorts and the convention centre, with more space.
4

Downtown Las Vegas

The older centre around Fremont Street, with lower prices and a livelier street scene.
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Las Vegas day by day

  1. Day 1: The StripThe resorts of the central Strip by day, the High Roller at sunset, then the Bellagio Fountains after dark.
  2. Day 2: The Grand CanyonA full day trip to the West Rim, back in the city by evening.
  3. Day 3: Red Rock Canyon and DowntownRed Rock Canyon in the morning, before the heat, then Fremont Street in the evening.
  4. With a fourth dayVisit the Hoover Dam or the Valley of Fire.

Local tips

  • Check the full price of a hotel. Most add a nightly resort fee to the room rate.
  • You must be 21 to gamble or drink alcohol. Carry photo ID.
  • Distances on the Strip are longer than they look. Use the monorail or the bus.
  • Drink plenty of water. Summer temperatures pass forty degrees.
  • Book popular shows ahead.

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Travel guide

Las Vegas is best in March to May and October to November, and three nights covers the Strip, Fremont Street and a show. Distances on the Strip are longer than they look, and many hotels add a daily resort fee, so check the total price.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Las Vegas?

March to May and October and November are warm and pleasant. Summer is extremely hot, and winter has mild days and cold nights.

How many days do I need in Las Vegas?

Three days cover the Strip and Downtown. Add a day for the Grand Canyon.

Can I visit the Grand Canyon in a day from Las Vegas?

Yes. The West Rim is about two and a half hours away. The South Rim, in the national park, is about four and a half hours each way.

How do I get from the airport to the centre?

The airport is beside the Strip, about fifteen minutes away. Taxis charge fixed fares to Strip hotels, and ride-hailing apps, shuttles and pre-booked transfers are available.

Is Las Vegas suitable for families?

Yes. There are shows, pools and attractions for all ages, but under-21s may not stay on the casino floors.