Erotic Heritage Museum in Las Vegas

Visiting the Erotic Museum of Las Vegas is a cultural experience you can't miss. You will explore human sexuality from the point of view of fine arts and much more.

Carmen Navarro

Carmen Navarro

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Erotic Heritage Museum in Las Vegas

Las Vegas Erotic Museum | ©Holly Goodhead

Las Vegas is synonymous with casinos, shows and lots of nightlife. However, there are many other activities to do in the so-called "Sin City". Such is the case of a visit to the famous Las Vegas Erotic Heritage Museum, a space dedicated to show the history of sex, but from an artistic, scientific and literary perspective.

At the Las Vegas Erotic Museum you can see exhibits with historical artifacts, paintings, sculptures, among other expressions. All of them focused on human sexuality. Also, if you wish, you can participate in a yoga class, naked biking competitions and other activities programmed by the museum from time to time. You'll have plenty of options for adventure so you won't worry about what to see and do in Las Vegas during your stay.

Where is the Las Vegas Erotic Museum?

Exterior of the Erotic Museum| ©prophead
Exterior of the Erotic Museum| ©prophead

The Las Vegas Erotic Museum is located at 3275 South Sammy Davis Jr. Drive. This is an iconic street in the city that is close to the Strip. Its name was given in 2005 as a tribute to the famous Rat Pack trio, which during the 1960s era made the Las Vegas scene known.

You'll find the Erotic Heritage Museum about a mile down Las Vegas Boulevard, popularly known as the Strip, between Tropicana and Sahara Avenues.

How to get to the Las Vegas Erotic Museum?

Las Vegas Taxi| ©Chris Yunker
Las Vegas Taxi| ©Chris Yunker

The Las Vegas Erotic Museum can be reached by bus, cab or driving on your own. In the first case, you will have to get on the "Deuce" route at the "Las Vegas before Fremont" stop. You will only have to walk a few yards towards Genting Boulevard along Northeast Las Vegas Boulevard and turn left to get to South Sammy Davis Jr. Drive.

Now, if you are driving, you will have to take Interstate 15 and turn onto Sahara Ave East Convention Center. Continue driving and go right to get the S Bridge and South Sammy Davis Jr. Drive, where the museum is located.

How much do tickets to the Las Vegas Erotic Museum cost?

Museum Entrance| ©Chiara Switzer
Museum Entrance| ©Chiara Switzer

Tickets to the Erotic Museum of Las Vegas have an average price of 19 euros. You can buy tickets for the general tour and for some special classes physically at the museum's ticket office or buy them online at the museum's official website.

In addition, you can benefit from discounts on tickets to the Erotic Museum of Las Vegas, saving up to 9 euros compared to the price of admission for the general tour. In this sense, if you are a student, a senior citizen or a military person, you will only pay 10 euros. Similarly, if you visit the museum in groups of five, each person will get this discount per ticket.

Opening hours of the Erotic Museum of Las Vegas

Museum Section| ©Panegyrics of Granovetter
Museum Section| ©Panegyrics of Granovetter

The Erotic Museum of Las Vegas opens its doors to the public all week from 11: 00 am. Depending on the day, the closing time may be 7:00 p.m. or extend until midnight. Therefore, when leaving the museum you can go to the best casinos in Las Vegas or join one of the night tours around the city to visit the most popular nightclubs.

Also, when visiting the Erotic Museum of Las Vegas it is important to consider that the last group of people can enter one hour before closing time, that is, at 18:00 or 23:00 hours.

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Are tickets to the Erotic Museum of Las Vegas included in any of the city's tourist passes?

Museum artwork| ©Panegyrics of Granovetter
Museum artwork| ©Panegyrics of Granovetter

Yes, you will be able to find the tickets to the Las Vegas Erotic Museum in some of the city's sightseeing tours. Such is the case of the Las Vegas Sightseeing card.

This is a digital card with QR code, which you can buy and download to your cell phone in PDF format. This way, when you arrive at the museum or any other popular attraction in the city, you can save time and money, since you can enter without waiting in line or paying. All you have to do is scan the code.

What to see at the Erotic Museum of Las Vegas?

Image inside the Museum| ©Panegyrics of Granovetter
Image inside the Museum| ©Panegyrics of Granovetter

At the Las Vegas Erotic Museum you'll see everything from permanent exhibits with historical artifacts to erotic artwork, which you can purchase. For example:

  • "The Evolution of Human Sexuality."
  • "The Erotic Chair" and "Sex in Nazi Germany."
  • "Sex in Space."
  • "The Garden of Earthly Delights." An interactive exhibit inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch.
  • "The world's largest sex bicycle."
  • "World Erotica Collection."

You will also enjoy the LGBTIQ gallery and a room with representative works of erotic art (drawings, paintings, sculptures made of wood, metal, porcelain and other materials).

Is it possible to buy the art exhibited at the Las Vegas Erotic Museum?

Erotica Collection| ©Juuno Korialstrasz
Erotica Collection| ©Juuno Korialstrasz

Yes, it is possible to purchase some of the exhibits at the Las Vegas Erotic Museum. You should only verify if the art that has captured your attention has a description with the artist's data and the selling price of the work.

This is because the federal law that protects the best museums in Las Vegas, allows both the artist and the owner of a given collection to sell the work exhibited in the gallery. Likewise, there are exhibits with art on loan from individual artists, so they can be freely purchased.

How much time do you need to visit the Las Vegas Erotic Museum?

Museum Art| ©Juuno Korialstrasz
Museum Art| ©Juuno Korialstrasz

You will need a maximum time of one hour to take a general tour of each of the galleries at the Erotic Museum of Las Vegas. In fact, the museum's rules state that a group of 10 people can enter at the beginning of each hour.

During the visit to the exhibits you can stop in front of each artwork for a few minutes. Thus, you will have the opportunity to contemplate in detail the art and instruments of each of the rooms.

This is a visit that will allow you to cultivate your knowledge in just one hour, so when you leave the museum you will have the opportunity to continue with the tour of the city and, why not, attend the best shows in Las Vegas on the Strip.

Can I sell my art to the Las Vegas Erotic Museum?

Artwork with humor| ©Panegyrics of Granovetter
Artwork with humor| ©Panegyrics of Granovetter

Yes, those interested in selling their art should send to the museum's email (eroticmuseumvegas@gmail.com) their professional portfolio, to learn about their work.

Art samples are reviewed by the museum's curator. In this way, they will determine if the art is indeed suitable to be part of the Erotic Museum of Las Vegas exhibits.

Are there special classes at the Las Vegas Erotic Museum and is it worth it?

Inside the Museum| ©Amy Malkoff
Inside the Museum| ©Amy Malkoff

Yes, the Erotic Museum of Las Vegas offers the nude yoga class. This is an activity that will allow you to connect with yourself through personal acceptance and respect for your body.

You will free yourself from your clothes in a unique experience, where a yoga professional will guide you to cultivate your inner strength and self-confidence.

Information of interest

  • Schedule: Every Thursday at 6:00 pm.
  • Price: The average ticket price for special classes is 10 euros for women and 20 euros for men.
  • Duration: More than 1 hour.
  • Advantages of this activity: Although this is a group activity, it is done in small groups of six people.
  • Disadvantages of this activity: You must make a reservation 24 hours in advance.

Not to be missed event at the Erotic Museum of Las Vegas

Museum Show| ©Simon Albury
Museum Show| ©Simon Albury

"Penis Puppets" is a permanent lecture at the Erotic Museum of Las Vegas that you can't miss. Australians David Friend and Simon Morley will teach you the so-called genital origami art. This means that the male member possesses the ability to adapt incredible shapes.

Definitely, a very interesting event of the Las Vegas Erotic Museum, which you should write down in your list of the 10 things to do in Las Vegas at night.

Information of interest

  • Hours: Thursday to Sunday from 8:00 pm.
  • Price: From 39,99 euros per person.
  • Duration: More than 1 hour.
  • Advantages of this activity: You can get up to 30% discount on VIP and general tickets.
  • Disadvantages of this activity: You will need to plan this activity in advance of your trip, as you must book the ticket through the museum's official website.

Does the Las Vegas Erotic Museum have a visitor's store?

Museum Hallways| ©Juuno Korialstrasz
Museum Hallways| ©Juuno Korialstrasz

No, there is no visitor's store at the Las Vegas Erotic Museum. Therefore, during your tour you will not be able to purchase any adult souvenirs or products.

However, the museum does have an online store, where you can purchase posters, books, t-shirts, yoga pants, souvenir buttons and even a cupcake-themed chest vibrator. Product prices start at 1 euro and do not include shipping.

Is a visit to the Las Vegas Erotic Museum incorporated into any sightseeing tour of the city?

Different Collection Magazines| ©Juuno Korialstrasz
Different Collection Magazines| ©Juuno Korialstrasz

Yes, there are some Las Vegas citysightseeing tours that incorporate a guided tour of this Erotic Heritage Museum.

Unlike other types of excursions and tours, you will only have to meet the guide at the front door of the museum. Afterwards, you will enter and get to explore the exhibits, while the expert tells you the history of each work so you can better understand it.

The price for this group, guided activity starts at €20 and incorporates admission to the Las Vegas Erotic Museum.

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Tips for visiting the Erotic Museum of Las Vegas

Erotica Bookstore| ©Juuno Korialstrasz
Erotica Bookstore| ©Juuno Korialstrasz

When visiting the Las Vegas Erotic Museum it is important that you take into consideration some tips, which could enhance your experience:

  • To enter the museum you do not have to comply with any dress code, so your usual clothing will suffice.
  • Avoid using cigarettes or vaporettes, as they are prohibited in the gallery.
  • You may take your luggage with you in case you have to go to the airport after your visit. In the reception area you can store your luggage safely.
  • If you are traveling with children, please note that this is an activity for people over 18 years old.
  • Although you can buy your ticket directly on the day of the visit, it is best to make a reservation.