11 Things to Do in Las Vegas at Night
You can visit Las Vegas at any time, but it is at night when it becomes the City of Lights. Would you like to know the top activities for which it earned its nickname?
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In Las Vegas you can walk through Ancient Egypt at the Luxor, climb the Eiffel Tower at the Hotel Paris, sail in a gondola through Venice or visit the Canadian National Tower at The Strat. Not even Jules Verne could have imagined traveling around the world without leaving a city.
With such scenarios, of course there is a lot to see and do in Las Vegas and here I recommend the best destinations and activities that you should not miss to enjoy a movie experience.
1. Las Vegas night helicopter tour
A helicopter flight is in itself memorable and with millions of LED lights of the Strip in Sin City, it will be fabulous. Helicopter tours in Las Vegas allow you to etch the entire city in your memory with a dreamlike panoramic view aboard an A-Star.
According to the selected option, the trip includes a glass of sparkling wine or champagne and a certain scope. Appreciate the replica of the Balloon in its Nevada version, a souvenir to treasure for life.
Practical information
- Direction: depends on the chosen operator
- Duration: there are packages from 2 hours onwards.
- People on board: up to two people.
- Price: from 78 €.
2. Tour Las Vegas by night in a limousine
Well you've already passed by the friendly crooks of Ocean's eleven and now it's time to continue with the movie tour, how about recreating Julia Roberts and Richard Gere in Pretty Woman? Yes, continue your Hollywood night with the limo tours in Las Vegas. For one night you can become a celebrity by visiting Las Vegas in one of them.
A VIP ride on the Strip and Fremont: the limousine tours are a luxury ride. You can enjoy Sin City from the comfort of a private vehicle. Most of these tours include: access to a club and pool, bottle of champagne, a professional photographer or private entrance to the Foundation Room. As if that wasn't enough, the rates are flat and are usually all-inclusive plans. Are you up for it?
Practical information
- Direction: will depend on the limousine tour operator chosen.
- Duration: there are packages from 2 to 24 hours.
- People in the limousine: often up to 20 people, which makes this plan perfect to share with friends and family.
- Price: from 441 €.
3. Go up to the London Eye in Las Vegas at night
High Roller is a huge Ferris wheel located on the Las Vegas Strip. As expected, this replica of the London Eye holds another of the city's records. The 167 meters, compared to the 135 of the English one, give it the recognition as the largest Ferris wheel in the world, in short, a jewel of theLINQ Hotel.
Each of the cabins is air-conditioned and the half-hour ride is serene and smooth to forget the hustle and bustle of the city. The kids are amazed, I recommend that you write it down in your itinerary of things to do in Las Vegas with children at night. If you are over 21, you can choose a booth with an open bar and enjoy a cocktail with a spectacular view in the background.
Practical information
- Address: 3545 Las Vegas Blvd South, The Linq Promenade, Las Vegas, NV 89109-8978
- Duration: 30 minutes.
- Hours: Monday to Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Price: from 25 €.
4. Visit the Eiffel Tower and watch its light show at dusk
Surprised? At this point maybe not so much, of course, if in this city even Ancient Egypt comes to life, France is not far behind and in the Paris Las Vegas hotel you will find the Eiffel Tower. The most interesting thing is not only to admire this Parisian emblem, but when you buy your tickets to the Eiffel Tower in Las Vegas you can climb it.
You can ascend the 140 meters of this impressive half-scale replica in a glass elevator that allows you to appreciate one of the best panoramic views of Las Vegas, or should I say the planet? You can even see the Arc de Triomphe and other Strip landmarks. And if you want to visit it at night will also be a good option, you will see the spectacle of flashing lights that are synchronized with 30-minute intervals.
Practical information
- Address: 3655 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Hours: Thursday through Monday from 5:00 p.m. to midnight.
- Duration: 1 hour.
- Price: from 27 €.
5. Experience the night in Las Vegas in one of its casinos
Undoubtedly, one of the biggest attractions of Las Vegas are the casinos, and if you visit it, you can not leave there without having stepped on one of them. Whether you like gambling or not, it is a must visit. Among the best casinos are Caesars Palace, ARIA Resort & Casino, The Venetian or the Bellagio, of the latter two we will talk in depth later.
You can also choose to take a tour to visit the most important hotel-casinos in Las Vegas and learn all about them and even try your luck playing some slot machines, table games or betting. In addition, many of them have shows, restaurants or attractions nearby, so even if you don't gamble, fun is guaranteed!
To enjoy the City of Sin and all its entertainment offer in its casinos you can take a tour of the Las Vegas Strip, for which you can book your place with free cancellation.
Practical information
- Address: Las Vegas Strip, Nevada, USA.
- Duration: 2 to 3 hours.
- Price: from 37 €.
- Age allowed: from 21 years old.
6. Hop-On Hop-Off bus for a nighttime tour
In Las Vegas there is a site of interest on every corner and although some try their luck trying to visit them with a GPS as a consultant, it is an uphill task. A practical, cheap and safe solution is to get on the best tour buses in Sin City.
This type of night tours in Las Vegas are usually especially fun. Along the way you will be able to clearly distinguish the iconic Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign, the Mirage volcano, the Egyptian magic of the Luxor and, of course, the Stratosphere Tower of Las Vegas, another of Sin City's iconic towers.
A night tour of Las Vegas is the best way to see Sin City at its best. Big Buses let you hop on and off the bus for unlimited rides as you make your way through Las Vegas hotel-casinos such as the Bellagio, the MGM Grand and Caesar's Palace on the Strip and Fremont Street.
Practical Information
- Address: You can get on at any of its stops but the point of origin is 3973 Linq Lane Las Vegas, NV 89109.
- Hours: Monday through Sunday, evening hours start at 7:00 pm.
- Duration: 2 to 3 hours.
- Price: from 45 €.
- Age: the night tour is suitable for people over 21 years old.
7. Enjoy the night shows in Las Vegas
This is the entertainment capital of the world so don't miss out on Las Vegas shows, check the schedule and secure your seat. Among the most popular you will find:
- Burlesque shows
- The comedy shows (the Tuscany Suites and Casino is one of the most popular). Here you can book your tickets for the Las Vegas Comedy Club.
- Illusion shows. David Copperfield and Mike Hammer shows are usually sold out.
- Michael Jackson tributes like the one at the Bellagio. But there are many other places that offer this show, such as the Tropicana Hotel and Casino. Book your tickets for the show.
- Cirque du Soleil Shows
- Shows at Planet Hollywood.
- If you want to turn up the heat on the naughtiness, attend the Fantasy at the Luxor Hotel.
Las Vegas is the City That Never Sleeps so there are shows at all hours and at night you can catch the best ones. Visit The Axis, the Colosseum at Caesars Palace, the Bellagio Hotel, the MGM Grand Garden Arena, the Brooklyn Bowl, The Pearl, the Smith Center for the Performing Arts or the Flamingo Las Vegas and take a seat to enjoy.
If what you prefer is to know the nightlife of the city we suggest you hire a pub crawl in Las Vegas accessing without queues or waiting and with an expert who will guide you through the best clubs.
8. Fall in love in the Venice of Las Vegas at night
The Venetian Resort is home to one of the best casinos in Las Vegas, but what makes this hotel-casino special goes beyond that. The feeling of being in Italy captivates its visitors, it is romantic, sublime. And being the gondolas a symbol of the Ligurian Riviera, it is an unmissable activity to get on one of them when the moonlight accompanies the lovebirds.
The Venetian looks like a replica of Venice, even the water canals recreate the European experience, so riding the gondolas in this hotel is among the most prized night activities in Las Vegas. Often couples in love take advantage of this space to propose, then rush to the local chapels to get married in Las Vegas. The contrast of feeling like you're in Venice even though you're in the middle of the American desert is magical - see it!
Practical information
- Address: 3355 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109.
- Hours: Indoor rides Monday, Thursday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to midnight. Outdoor r ides Monday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.
9. Dinner at the heights of the Canadian National Tower
The Strat Hotel offers another of the great views of the city of Las Vegas, thanks in no small part to its Sky Pod. It's 10,000 feet of delirious height. This is the tallest free-standing observation tower in the United States. It is not the cheapest place but it is a landmark of the Strip, how can you miss this height experience?
Take the elevator and from the 109th floor you will have 360 ° views or, if you prefer an adrenaline rush, sign up for the bungee jump Sky Jump, everything about the Stratosphere Tower in Las Vegas is impressive and its restaurants are not far behind.
How about a veal tenderloin dinner at the Top of the World restaurant? Or, perhaps, try the extensive cocktail menu at the *Sky Lounge. This place carries its Sky signature everywhere, as they recognize it as a seal of quality and visitors certify it.
Practical information
- Address: 2000 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89104.
- Hours: Monday to Sunday from 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
10. Admire the Bellagio Fountain at night
For one night you can feel like Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Matt Damon, Don Cheadle and company admiring this fountain as they did in Ocean's Eleven. The Bellagio fountains are a must-see stop on night tours in Las Vegas. Plus, it's a free, family-friendly show.
Although there are other water shows in the city's most iconic area, the Strip, the Bellagio Fountains are among the best shows in Las Vegas. It uses more than 1,200 nozzles and jet sprayers to make the water shake, swirl and dance to the music reaching a height of up to 140 meters. It will amaze you no matter how many times you see it.
Practical information
- Address: 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89109.
- Hours: Monday through Friday, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. every 30 minutes and from 8:01 p.m. to midnight, every 15 minutes. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, from 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m. you can watch it every 30 minutes, while from 8:00 p.m. to midnight it runs every 15 minutes.
11. Visit the Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Surely if you visit this hotel it's because you wanted to try your luck at one of the best casinos in Las Vegas and admire the Bellagio fountain, but the activities are endless. The Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Garden is one of the jewels of the city that deserves your attention and although you can visit throughout the day, it is at night when the play of lights of the place is transformed to accompany the evening. Special events and unique shows take place when night falls, so make a note to visit at night.
As a curious fact, the plants and flowers in the garden rotate with each season of the year. The intention of the conservationists at the site is to operate organically. In addition, they offer a special exhibit for the Lunar New Year. Complete your visit to the Bellagio with one of the Cirque du Soleil shows in Las Vegas. Between the magic of the show and the Conservatory, you will have completed a night of luxury at a great price.
Practical Information
- Address: 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89109.
- Hours: The Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens honors Sin City, it never sleeps. However, its special events are worth enjoying.
- When: The first and last day of summer; during the Harvest Festival celebration; beginning and end of the December vacation season. You can write it down among your things to do in Las Vegas at Christmas.
- During the Lunar New Year.
- Beginning and end of spring.
For additional information, consult your annual calendarof dates.