Las Vegas Strip

The Strip

A 6.8-kilometer avenue that never sleeps. Bellagio's fountains, The Venetian's canals, Caesars Palace, and Wynn line its length, and themed hotels, casinos, and top-tier shows form one continuous spectacle.

Las Vegas Boulevard runs from Mandalay Bay to Sahara Avenue. More than 30 large resort hotels along the way each build a 'miniature world' around a theme, making the Strip a free theme park in itself. Bellagio's musical fountains put on a show every 15 to 30 minutes from 3 p.m. to midnight, free of charge. Its lobby glass ceiling and conservatory garden change themes with the seasons. The Venetian has indoor canals with gondolas and a 'forever dusk' sky over St. Mark's Square. Caesars Palace features the Forum Shops, a Roman-style mall with classical sculptures. Paris Las Vegas has a half-scale Eiffel Tower observation deck (about $25). Wynn offers its lake show, New York-New York has a roller coaster, and Aria and Cosmopolitan represent modern luxury. In 2023, the Sphere opened behind The Venetian. After dark, all the lights come on, and the walk from the Bellagio fountains to the Paris Eiffel Tower, about 2 km, is the highlight. You can also get a bird's-eye view from The STRAT tower or the High Roller observation wheel (170 meters, about 30 minutes per rotation, $25 to $35). Shows are another big draw. Cirque du Soleil's 'O' (Bellagio, aquatic), 'KÀ' (MGM Grand), 'Mystère' (Treasure Island), and Michael Jackson ONE (Mandalay Bay) run year-round, with tickets priced $80 to $250. The Tix4Tonight booth sells same-day discount tickets. Other options include David Copperfield's magic show, Blue Man Group, singers' residencies, and sporting events. Dining ranges from buffets (Bacchanal and Wicked Spoon, $50 to $80) to Michelin-starred restaurants. Getting around: walk between hotels using air-conditioned skybridges, or take the Monorail between the eastern hotels or the Deuce double-decker bus (24 hours; a 2-hour ticket costs $6). The Strip is long, and hotels that look close together can be a 20-minute walk apart. Note: Under-21s are not allowed to linger in casinos, so carry your passport. Hotels charge a resort fee every night. Ignore the touts handing out escort cards on the street. The rules against open-container drinking on the Strip have been relaxed in recent years, but glass bottles remain prohibited.

Las Vegas Strip

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