Downtown Las Vegas is the ultimate party destination. This is where every guy plans his bachelor trip, every group of friends want to go for their graduation trip and every traveler wants to visit at least once. Las Vegas is a total and absolute party haven. Even if you’re going to Las Vegas for three or four nights, you can celebrate, go clubbing and hit the casinos every single night! But have you ever wondered what else one might do here? Contrary to what we have seen in movies, there are actually quite a few things you can do in downtown Las Vegas which aren’t just limited to gambling, partying and drinking. To make your life easier, here is a detailed list of all the fun things to do in downtown Las Vegas, NV, USA.
1. Embark on a history walking tour (from USD 36.0)
This two-hour walking tour is perfect for someone who is visiting Las Vegas for the first time and has even the slightest interest in history. Your tour guide will tell you all about the origins of Sin City, show you around Fremont Street and basically help you explore and discover old Las Vegas. If you decide to upgrade your tour to the two-and-a-half-hour tour, you get to visit some historic chapels and even the famous store which is featured on the American TV series ‘Pawn Stars’.
Las Vegas Downtown and Fremont Street History Walking Tour
Duration: 2 hours
2. View the iconic neon cowboy sign, Vegas Vic, at night
Vegas Vic is the famous neon cowboy sign that has been erected right outside The Pioneer Club. Fun fact, this sign was actually placed outside The Pioneer Club in 1951! This is a pretty iconic sign, so don’t forget to get some Instagram-worthy pictures while posing with the sign! In fact, you should think of the Vegas Vic as a Vegas icon. You’ll notice that some locals actually refer to the sign as ‘him’ – that’s how important Vegas Vic is!
Vegas Vic
Address: 25 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
Price: Free
3. Catch a concert at the famous Downtown Las Vegas Events Center
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Posted by Downtown Las Vegas Events Center on Monday, November 2, 2020
Downtown Las Vegas Events Center is the place where all the big events happen! From block parties to concerts, from big game screenings to pride events, all the huge and popular events can be found here. The venue is huge, the lighting and set up is great and this place always attracts a crowd. The upcoming events and schedules are always posted online, so do check out their website. You can also book your tickets for different events online.
Downtown Las Vegas Events Center
Address: 200 S 3rd St, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: Downtown Las Vegas Events Center
Opening hours: 8am - 1am (daily)
Price: Varies
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4. Explore Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort
Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort is located in a state park in Nevada. The Mormon Fort was the first structure that was built by the Europeans in that area. That area popularly became Las Vegas 50 years later! So if you want a little taste of history or if you want to know what Las Vegas looked like before it became ‘Las Vegas’, then this is where you should go. This fort also has a creek, which is actually the only free-flowing water around the area! Other than the fort, this is also a museum which displays exhibits, artifacts, and photographs that depict images from days gone by.
Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort
Address: 500 E Washington Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort
Opening hours: Tue - Sat: 8am - 4:30pm (closed on Sun & Mon)
Price: 3 USD
5. Get spooked at Zak Bagans' The Haunted Museum
Posted by Zak Bagans’ The Haunted Museum on Friday, 9 February 2018
Zak Bagans’ The Haunted Museum is like any haunted museum, except it’s better! With around 30 spooky rooms and various haunted corridors, this museum is not for those with a weak heart. Legend has it that Zak Bagans’ The Haunted Museum was actually a haunted mansion in 1938. If you think you can handle scary, you need to head to this museum. If you totally love horror movies and haunted mansions, then add this place on your list of things to do in downtown Las Vegas!
Zak Bagans' The Haunted Museum
Address: 600 E Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89104, USA
Website: Zak Bagans’ The Haunted Museum
Opening hours: Sun: 12pm - 8pm; Mon, Wed - Sat: 1pm - 9pm (closed on Tue)
Price: 44 USD
6. Dine in a hospital gown at Heart Attack Grill
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Posted by Heart Attack Grill on Saturday, 17 June 2017
Heart Attack Grill is a unique restaurant with an extraordinary concept. This restaurant serves food that is high in sugar, high in fat and very high in cholesterol – hence the name. But, the food is served here with a twist! You have to dress in a hospital gown before starting your meal – think of the hospital gown as your bib! Wine comes in a drip bag, shots come in pill bottles, the Double Bypass Burger is huge and the staff dress up as doctors or nurses – a really cool place indeed. Customers can even order drinks and beverages to wash down their meals.
Heart Attack Grill
Address: 450 Fremont St #130, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: Heart Attack Grill
Opening hours: 11am - 10:45pm (daily)
Price: 11-30 USD
7. Shop till you drop at Downtown Container Park
Downtown Container Park is a shopping center that has been built using shipping containers – think of it as a really unique and offbeat shopping center. Other than that, there are some art galleries, a play area for kids and a courtyard for you to relax. Various events also take place at this venue, so be sure to check their schedule on their website! Go spend a nice long day at Downtown Container Park, shop till you drop, enjoy a meal at one of the many restaurants, catch a live concert or attend any fun ongoing event and finish it off with a drink on the terrace!
Downtown Container Park
Address: 707 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: Downtown Container Park
Opening hours: Fri: 10am - 1pm; Sat: 9am - 1am; Sun: 9am - 11pm; Mon - Thu: 11am - 11pm
8. Fly high on the Slotzilla Zip Line
Slotzilla Zip Line is a zip line like no other. Why? Because this zip line is shaped like a slot machine! You have two options here – the first is the zip line where you are seated and you fly seven stories high for around two blocks. The second is the zoom line where you fly like you’re Superman and you fly 11 stories high for around five blocks. Truly a unique experience, especially if you decide to go on the zoom line. A must-do on your list of things to do in downtown Las Vegas. Don’t forget to take pictures of your fun adventure!
Slotzilla Zip Line
Address: 425 Fremont St #160, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: Slotzilla Zip Line
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 12pm - 12am; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 2am
Price: 25-45 USD
9. Discover seedy secrets at Mob Museum
Mob Museum is the official and national museum of crimes! So if you love reading crime fictions or you just find the world of crime fascinating, then head over to the Mob Museum. This museum is really like no other! After all, it gives you insights into organized crimes? This museum has various exhibits on display, from exhibits based on major figures in organized crimes to the mob world during the Prohibition Era. Also, you can learn and enjoy a hands-on experience at exhibitions like the crime lab experience and firearm simulation. To book your tickets, just visit the website.
Mob Museum
Address: 300 Stewart Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: Mob Museum
Opening hours: 9am - 9pm (daily)
Price: 26-45 USD
10. Try your luck at Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
The Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is a pretty popular casino in Las Vegas. From slot machines to poker tables, from video machines to Russian roulette, Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino has it all. In fact, this casino even has a poker room where live tournaments take place on a regular basis. With a mix of traditional table games as well as modern ones, this casino is worth visiting. You’re in Vegas, of course, gambling at a casino should be on your list of things to do in downtown Las Vegas!
Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
Address: 129 East Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
Price: Free entry
11. Visit the famed Fremont Street
Fremont Street is the most happening street in downtown Las Vegas. This is where the big sign of Vegas Vic is also placed! Fremont Street has quite a few interesting places – the Neon Museum, the world’s largest keno board, and even the Fremont Street light show which takes place in the evening. If you go to Las Vegas you cannot help but visit Fremont Street because this is where all the fun is. This is one of the most famous streets in Vegas, known for its endless entertainment and gaming options. Many good restaurants and cafes are also located on Fremont Street.
12. Witness the stunning Viva Vision Light Show
The Viva Vision Light Show should be a must-do on your list of things to do in downtown Las Vegas. Over 22 million people watch this light show every year – now that’s a big deal! Some of the biggest and most popular bands in the world are shown on the big screen (a huge screen, to say the least), and the light show is beyond fascinating. There is an hourly schedule on the website and each show runs for around six minutes, so you know exactly what band will be shown at that time.
Viva Vision Light Show
Address: Fremont Street Experience, Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: Viva Vision Light Show
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
Price: Free
13. Step back in time at the members-only bar, Commonwealth
Commonwealth is a secret members-only bar that is highly exclusive! Well, you can enter without being a member but the bar does reserve rights of admission. This rooftop bar has a very nice, airy and open vibe which is always a great way to enjoy a drink. This cocktail bar has been inspired by the pre-Prohibition era, and you can see that in the interiors and the decor. Known for its unique and funky cocktails, a great DJ and lively music, this bar is a great place to party on the weekend.
Commonwealth
Address: 525 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: Commonwealth
Opening hours: Tue - Wed: 7pm - 12am; Thu: 7pm - 2am; Fri - Sat: 7pm - 3am; Sun: 9pm - 2am
Price: 11-30 USD
14. Order a delicious steak at Oscar's Steakhouse
If you want to enjoy a delicious and perfectly cooked steak while you’re in Las Vegas, then head over to Oscar’s Steakhouse. Known for its delicious steaks and seafood, this posh and upscale restaurant is located in the Plaza Hotel. It is best to reserve a table in advance because the food here is so good that this place is usually fully booked! If you want to treat yourself to some juicy, tender, succulent and delectable food that is worth every penny, then you have to eat at Oscar’s Steakhouse! Recommended dishes here, other than the ribeye steak and the fabulous lobster, are the crab cakes, mac and cheese as well as the cheesecake!
Oscar's Steakhouse
Address: 1 S Main St, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: Oscar’s Steakhouse
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 4pm - 10pm; Fri - Sat: 4pm - 10:30pm
Price: 31-60 USD
15. Tour outdoor exhibits at Neon Boneyard or the North Gallery of Neon Museum
What is Las Vegas really known for? Its casinos? The parties? No, it’s known for the neon signs! And Neon Museum is probably the only museum which pays homage to these special neon signs. This museum has a collection of neon signs from old bars, clubs, casinos and more! This museum has been around since 1996, so you’ll surely see some really unique and historic neon signs. Other than the 2.6 acres (1 hectare) display of neon signs, this museum also has various exhibitions and events that take place on a regular basis. You can see the upcoming schedule on their website and buy tickets online.
Neon Museum
Address: 770 Las Vegas Blvd N, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: Neon Museum
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 9:30am - 11pm; Fri - Sun: 9:30am - 12am
Price: 22 USD
16. Check out the unique Big Rig Jig
Big Rig Jig is a really unique structure that has been created by Mike Ross. This sculpture was originally erected for the Burning Man Festival in 2007, but it has now become a very popular tourist attraction. The Big Rig Jig has been made from two discarded tanker trucks – and the best part is that visitors are actually allowed to enter the sculpture and go up till the viewing platform! This 50 foot (15 meters) tall sculpture is definitely jaw-dropping!
Big Rig Jig
Address: 1028 NV-582, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
17. Enjoy a hearty laugh at The Canyon Club
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The Canyon Club is a nightclub cum entertainment club in Las Vegas. This place hosts comedy nights every day from Tuesday to Sunday, so you can go there whenever you’d like to get your daily dose of laughter. This comedy club has some of the best comics from all across the country, so you’ll be sure to have a great time here. Other than that, you can always enjoy a good cocktail alongside a great ambiance and happy vibe.
The Canyon Club
Address: 202 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Website: The Canyon Club
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11am - 6pm (closed on Sun)
Price: 27 USD
18. Relish American dishes at The Kitchen at Atomic
The Kitchen at Atomic is known for its delicious and authentic American cuisine. Only for people who are 21 and older, this restaurant and bar has a really nice vibe – with black leather seating, rustic walls, and finger-licking good food, this place is just amazing. While the portions might be a little small, the food is always tasty and definitely Instagram-worthy. The menu is smaller than expected, but again, the delicious food makes up for that too. The most recommended dishes here are the pork belly, the cauliflower steak, and the beef monkey bread!
The Kitchen at Atomic
Address: 927 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: The Kitchen at Atomic
Opening hours: Wed - Thu: 5pm - 12am; Fri: 5pm - 2am; Sat - Sun: 10am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 2am (closed on Mon & Tue)
Price: 11-30 USD
19. Try the innovative drinks at Downtown Cocktail Room
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Are you looking for a cocktail bar which is chic, classy and serves some delicious and unique cocktails? Look no further than Downtown Cocktail Room! This place offers some really new and inventive drinks – cocktails are meant for experimenting after all! It is best to go here with a big group, or once you’ve built up a huge thirst because the cocktails here are so funky, that you’ll want to order them all. If you totally love cocktails, simply head on over to Downtown Cocktail Room! Also, the drinks here are very reasonably priced.
Downtown Cocktail Room
Address: 111 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: Downtown Cocktail Room
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 4pm - 2am (closed on Mon)
Price: 5-10 USD
20. Enjoy a night out at RED DTLV
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Posted by Red DTLV on Wednesday, April 25, 2018
RED DTLV is a hot and happening new nightclub cum dance club in Las Vegas. You can go here to watch a game, chill with friends while enjoying a few drinks or just dance the whole night away. The choice is totally up to you. This place is relatively inexpensive, so you will always see a crowd here. If you want to listen to some good music, meet some like-minded people and hit the dance floor, then RED DTLV is the place for you. Be sure to add RED DTLV to your list of things to do in Las Vegas! After all, what’s better than a dance party?
RED DTLV
Address: 512 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: RED DTLV
Opening hours: Mon, Thu - Fri: 2pm - 5am; Wed, Sat: 2pm - 5am; Sun: 11:30am - 5am (closed on Tue)
Price: 5-10 USD
21. Pamper yourself at Feetish Spa Parlor
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Posted by Feetish Spa Parlor on Thursday, 21 March 2019
After a long day of walking around downtown Las Vegas, heading from casino to casino and checking out the popular tourist attractions, your feet have got to hurt. So, the next on your list should be Feetish Spa Parlor! This is basically a Victorian-style parlor which has a really unique and quirky decor. You can go here for procedures like waxing, threading, manicure, pedicure and more. This parlor also offers facials. You can buy various skincare products here too. Located in the heart of the city, Feetish Spa Parlor is pretty centrally located!
Feetish Spa Parlor
Address: 520 Fremont St #223, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Website: Feetish Spa Parlor
Opening hours: Mon - Tue, Thu - Sat: 10am - 8pm (closed on Wed & Sun)
Price: 60-125 USD
22. Soar above Sin City and downtown Vegas on a EcoStar chopper (from USD 109.0)
The most popular place in Las Vegas is the Las Vegas Strip – so why not see the Strip from the comfort of a chopper? This is a 12-minute chopper ride right above the Las Vegas Strip which gives you an ariel view of the entire area. You will get to see the shining lights, the glamourous hotel signs and casino logos and even view the famous Bellagio fountains. You also get to enjoy a glass of champagne before your state-of-the-art chopper ride. A definite must-do when you’re in Vegas!
Las Vegas Strip Helicopter Night Flight with Champagne Toast
Duration: 90 to 120 minutes
23. Sample delicious fares on this food tour (from USD 92.0)
This Las Vegas food tour should definitely be on your list of things to do in downtown Las Vegas, especially if you’re a foodie. This is a two-and-a-half-hour walking food tour which takes you to local restaurants and specialty stores. While you get to sample delicious food items like sandwiches, pasta, desserts and more, your guide will also tell you about the cultural background of the city and show you some historical sites. This is an all-inclusive tour, so eat till your heart desires! Please note that this is a private tour which is limited to around 12 people.
Downtown Las Vegas Food and History Walking Tour with Tastings
Duration: 3 hours
Are you ready to enjoy downtown Las Vegas?
Clearly, there is so much to see and do in Las Vegas! Visit unique places like the Neon Museum, check out local favorites like Vegas Vic and basically just have a great time. There are so many good restaurants to eat, so many entertainment spots to visit like the famous Fremont Street which is always bright and busy. So, what all made it to the top of your list of things to do in downtown Las Vegas?
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