Sin City is, in fact, the best place for a tourist to be in. Las Vegas has no dearth of activities to offer to its tourists. From pubs and casinos to amazing eateries and special destinations to visit, Vegas has it all. The destinations, both fanciful and scenic are there in the menu for you to choose from. So, if you happen to be in Las Vegas, then listed below are the top 10 places that you should totally visit. Make the most of your trip to Sin City by not missing out on the best of the attractions in the city. Check out the best Viator tours in Las Vegas, Nevada and plan your trip accordingly.
1. Las Vegas nighttime helicopter tour (from USD 89.0)
You will get a complimentary glass of sparkling wine along with a 15-minute tour on a helicopter experiencing the bright lights of the Las Vegas Strip. Enjoy the flight covering 20 miles (32 km) over Sin City catching a panoramic view of the downtown skyline, including the Bellagio, the Mirage and the Fremont Street Experience. This is supposed to be one of the longest helicopter flights. There are a number of departure times for your convenience and an added treat is that you get a pickup and drop off by a Mercedes Sprinter.
Las Vegas Nighttime Helicopter Ride with Optional Transport
Duration: 2 hours
2. Grand Canyon South Rim bus tour (from USD 89.0)
This is a full-day guided tour starting from Las Vegas that will take you through Grand Canyon’s South Rim and the National Geographic Visitor Center. The guide will enlighten you about the history of the canyon as you enjoy the view during the ride. The ticket when upgraded will also include a two-hour tour of the canyon rim in a jeep or a helicopter flight or an IMAX movie treat. Lunch, a pick-up and drop to the hotel is included in the package.
Grand Canyon South Rim Bus Tour with Optional Upgrades
Duration: 14 hours
3. Ultimate Hoover Dam tour (from USD 79.0)
This tour of the Hoover Dam will teach you a lot about its workings and its history. The tour is accompanied with a constant detailed commentary about the dam by your tour guide. The 45-minute ‘Walk on the Top’ is one of the best features of this trip. Enjoy the exhibits and the displays at the Visitor Center and the Powerplant tour. Pick up and drop facilities (from specific restaurants) and a restaurant lunch is included within the tour.
Ultimate Hoover Dam Tour from Las Vegas With Lunch
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes
4. The High Roller at the LINQ (from USD 20.0)
Have one of the best experiences in Vegas in the High Roller, which is a 550 feet (167 metres) tall Ferris wheel. There are 28 air-conditioned chambers that you can get into to take a ride above the Las Vegas skyline in Sin City. It is going to be worth the ride because the view is gorgeous, whether you decide to ride it during the day or at night when the stunning neon lights cover the city. You’ll find High Roller souvenirs in The Sky Shop and the bars, restaurants and the shops of The LINQ in Las Vegas are worth visiting.
High Roller World's Largest Observation Wheel at The LINQ
Duration: 30 minutes
5. Los Angeles and Hollywood day trip (from USD 249.0)
An all-inclusive 14-hour professionally guided trip to Los Angeles from Las Vegas, which accommodates only 7 people together. You will pass through the regions of Hollywood, Chinese Theatre, Santa Monica and Beverly Hills. A view of the Pacific Ocean is also afforded by this trip. A pick-up and drop facility is available from and to your hotel. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are also included in the trip. This is definitely one of a kind experience.
Los Angeles and Hollywood Day Trip from Las Vegas
Duration: 14 hours
6. Madame Tussauds (from USD 63.0)
A visit to the famous Madame Tussauds accompanied by a ride through the Grand Canal on a gondola is what you get from the Las Vegas Romance Package. The package also includes dining in at Buddy V’s restaurant at the Venetian Hotel and Casino if you choose to claim it. You may opt for all of these attractive offers over a period of days instead of opting for all in a day’s time. This will allow you to experience everything at its best.
Madame Tussauds Las Vegas with Gondola Ride and Optional Meal
Duration: 2 hours
7. Hot air balloon ride (from USD 299.0)
This is a three and a half hour ride on a hot air balloon across the Red Rock Canyon and the several other mountains of the surrounding region, which is followed by a picnic. The picnic is inclusive of snacks, such as champagne, bread and the like. During the months of December, January and February take the ride during the evening just before the sun is about to set to enjoy a spectacular view of the setting sun and also enjoy the Strip lit in colourful neon lights. A trained pilot ensures a safe ride.
Las Vegas Hot Air Balloon Ride with Champagne Toast
Duration: 5 to 6 hours
8. Red Rock Canyon Tour (from USD 88.0)
A thorough six-hour or four-hour tour of the Red Rock Canyon is included in this trip. Pick-up and drop facilities from certain hotels are available and lunch is included in the six-hour tour. This is a 13 miles (21 km) long trip along with a tour guide, who will be there to show you around and provide commentaries. Calico Hills, roasting pits and petroglyphs at Willow Springs are some of the other places that you will visit. You get to choose between the long trip and the speedy trip depending on your convenience.
Red Rock Canyon Tour
Duration: 4 to 6 hours
9. Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil (from USD 103.0)
A show influenced by Michael Jackson’s The Immortal World Tour that pays tribute to the legendary pop icon Michael Jackson. Acrobatics, dance moves and body-moving pop songs will be performed at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. Be a part of the show and preach love, unity and peace just as he did. Upgrade your ticket to choose your seats and the show timings.
Cirque du Soleil® Michael Jackson ONE Tickets at Mandalay Bay
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
10. Death Valley day trip from Las Vegas (from USD 222.0)
Travel across the Mojave Desert, to travel to and enjoy a tour of the Death Valley. There are so many of these amazing places to explore around there, including Ubehebe Crater, Furnace Creek Ranch Museum, Badwater, and Rhyolite Ghost Town. For certain Las Vegas hotels, pick-up and drop facility is included and the whole package is also inclusive of breakfast and lunch.
Death Valley Day Trip from Las Vegas
Duration: 11 hours
Experience the best of Las Vegas
Enjoy the most basic and yet the most sought after attractions of Las Vegas. Don’t miss out on any, and the list above will help you better schedule your trip around these tours.
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