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Las Vegas Travel Guide

Times of IndiaHappyTrips Editors & Agencies|TRAVEL GUIDE, LAS VEGAS Updated : Nov 17, 2016, 03:57 PM IST

OVERVIEW

Bright, brash, unashamedly kitsch and utterly debaucherous, there's no other place on the planet like Sin City. Ablaze with neon lights, the world-famous Las Vegas Strip is packed with towering, gaudy mega-resorts where any desire can be gratified with a decent tip. From the Roman-style Caesars Palace exploding with statues, fountains and costumed staff dressed like centurion guards to New York-New York with its rollercoaster zigzagging through the mini-Manhattan skyline, Vegas is a place where a night out can last a week and one hand can change your life - if only you can afford to keep on playing. But Vegas isn't just a vehicle for quickie weddings and horrific hangovers. Gambling dens, magic shows and gut-busting buffets aside, the USA's fastest-growing metropolis also plays host to top-tier performers, high-brow art exhibitions and houses some of the most revered restaurants and luxury spas in the country. Re-energized downtown Vegas puts an alternative spin on Strip-style chaos and just a stone's throw from the city, Nevada's most stunning natural playgrounds - from the Grand Canyon to the Valley of Fire - await.

FAST FACTS

Nearest Airport: McCarran International Airport
Best Time to Visit Las Vegas: March-May, September-November
Currency: Dollar
Languages: English, Spanish
Festivals: St Patrick's Day, New Year's Eve, Helldorado Days

Las Vegas Featured Guides (21)

Vegas in the afterhours

Las Vegas nightlife is nothing short of legendary. Known the world over as one of the biggest party destinations, the city is synonymous with hedonism and decadence. A night out entails all the extrav...More

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Hotels in Las Vegas(3 Featured Guides)

A cosy stay in a happening American city is what sweet dreams are made of. Although a nice stay in LA on a budget would sound like a joke, but this city makes it possible even without trying too hard. Right from boutique hotels done with dramatic décor, to the decent ones meant for a budget traveller, there is a room for every breed of traveller to shrug off the weariness after a long day of fun. Whether you can looking for a room behind the strip or above it, LA will surprise you with the eclectic stay options it offers to all those travellers that enter its horizons.

Restaurants in Las Vegas(5 Featured Guides)

Considering the city attracts tourists from all corners of the globe, the restaurants in Las Vegas are equally diverse in order to cater to international diners. So whether you’re in the mood for an authentically prepared Mexican burrito, a Japanese restaurant serving fresh sushi, and Indian restaurant with a fiery curry menu or even an Italian bistro serving thin crust pizza; there’s nothing you can’t find in Las Vegas. If you’re having difficulty narrowing down on a single cuisine, just opt for one of the sumptuous buffets that give you a taste of it all.

Las Vegas restaurants for the best American style food
Vegas is more than just fun, gambling and clubs; in fact it’s one of the hottest destinations for foodies. While celebrities have shows in Vegas, celebrity chefs have restaurants. These are some of the best restaurants in Vegas, offering undeniably delicious American fare. If you’ve landed in Vegas for the quintessential American style food, here’s our handpicked guide for you.
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Places to visit in Las Vegas(3 Featured Guides)

Opulent restaurants, structures that are architectural marvels, decadent nightclubs and glitzy malls—the places to visit in Las Vegas will fill you up with exciting experiences. Besides massive casinos and a host of cocktail bars that dot Las Vegas, the Sin City has lots to offer. An eclectic mix of art galleries, museums and studios, the city will enthrall you to the fullest. The fascinating collection of rescued and restored neon signs at the Neon Museum, impressive artifacts (like the actual brick wall from a bloodbath in 1929 Valentine’s Day Massacre at Chicago). Stopover at P3 studio to catch glimpses of modern interactive art—from digital imagery on lobby pillars to rotating exhibits in the glitzy Chandelier Bar. Similarly, the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Arts will also entertain the art enthusiasts thoroughly. A true fun destination, Las Vegas surely leaves you coming back for more.

Things to do in Las Vegas(4 Featured Guides)

There are plenty of things to do in Las Vegas, besides betting with casino chips or putting in coins in a slot machine. Often referred to as the entertainment capital of the world, the city has something for everyone—from culturally inclined and nature-lovers to even the non-gamblers. Las Vegas is home to the wondrous Grand Canyon, the quirky Neon Museum, the massive Lake Mead and many such attractions that make the city more than just a line up of strip clubs of casinos. We tell you where to go and what to see while you’re in Las Vegas.

10 best pools in Las Vegas
Las Vegas boasts of hot summer days and nights, as well as a slew of incredible hotels. Therefore, it shouldn’t be surprising that this city also boasts of some amazing outdoor pools. Whether you are a family looking for fountains and waterfalls for the little ones to play around or adults looking for poolside gambling and excellent cocktails, Las Vegas doesn’t disappoint.
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Shopping in Las Vegas(3 Featured Guides)

If you thought America’s gambling capital was all about strip bars and slot machines, you’ll be surprised by the plethora of places you can go shopping in Vegas. The big spenders will be more than happy with the large number of designer stores and fashion boutiques catering to a fashion forward crowd, and there are several quirky stores to explore for those who aren’t armed with an agenda. Wander through the mammoth shopping malls, or explore the quirky independent stores selling everything from old records and slot machines to gourmet meats and antiques—there are plenty of places in Vegas for you to shop till you drop.

Nightlife in Las Vegas(3 Featured Guides)

The nightlife in Las Vegas is every bit as debaucherous as you’d imagine. Known as a party capital the world over, Vegas has countless venues to choose from. From plush multi-storey clubs hosting international acts, and ambient bars that are perfect for an intimate evening of wining and dining, to underground pubs where the focus is on live music—regardless of your idea of a good time, the city promises to keep you entertained. Choose from our recommendation of bars and nightclubs and pick a spot that fits the bill.

Your complete guide to some of the best casinos in Vegas
What would Las Vegas be without some of the best casinos in the world? Would it still be a city full of glitz, glamour and money? Luckily we don’t have to ponder that as Las Vegas brings us some of the best casinos in the world, perfect for a holiday if you like to gamble. Whether you want to experience one of the city’s first real gambling halls or you want the newest in slot machine technology, you can certainly find it here.
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