More about: The Mob Museum in Las Vegas Tickets and Tours
The Mob Museum opened on February 14, 2012, the 83rd anniversary of the St. Valentine's Day Massacre. It is designed as an interactive and visual trail that traces the history of organized crime in the United States and the countermovements of police and FBI.
It is located in the old post office and is undoubtedly one of the most interesting attractions if you are planning what to see and do in Las Vegas. Nevada's most populous city is intimately tied to underworld happenings. If it were not for an intuition of mobster Bugsy Siegel, today this area would still be a desert.
Las Vegas The Mob Museum Tickets
A one-day ticket is valid to enjoy this interactive museum.
The Mob Museum delves into the history of organized crime in Los Angeles and the rest of the United States. You will learn about the biography of gangsters and police operations to counteract the violence of criminals.
Surely you have seen some movie set in Las Vegas in which the mafia has a special role. In fact, it is said that without this criminal organization the city would not have been built. With tickets to The Mob Museum, you can retrace the history of organized crime in Sin City.
Its interactive exhibits make it a very attractive and entertaining visit, and you can also see some real objects belonging to members of the mafia. To top it off, the museum is located just a few minutes away from one of the most interesting areas of the city, Fremont Street.
Recommended if... you want to learn about the history of organized crime in Las Vegas and its influence on the development of the city.
How much do tickets cost?
The Mob Museum has three types of tickets, ranging in price from $29 to $48.
- General, the simplest option. It guarantees access to all the exhibits and you can enter at any time slot (about $29).
- Deluxe, the best-selling package. In addition to what is included in the basic ticket, it includes an optional activity. You can find more info in the first point of the article (about 45 $).
- Premier, the most complete. It includes two activities (more or less 49 $).
How to get tickets to The Mob Museum at the box office
Advance ticket reservations are not required, but strongly recommended. If you are unable to purchase them in advance, the box office is located on site.
Please note that The Mob Museum is a highly visited attraction and you could lose a lot of time waiting in line.
Are tickets included in any tourist pass?
Yes, access is included with GO City. There are two versions - All Inclusive and Explorer - which are valid from 2 to 7 days and include a myriad of attractions.
Everything is managed through the dedicated app; when you purchase a pass you will receive an email with the link to download the app.
Are there guided tours and is it worth it?
The Mob Museum offers guided tours for groups of at least 10 people. Normally, if you want to enjoy this service you will have to pay an additional $10 (more or less 9 €).
The museum ensures that each visit is unique as each guide has a unique style of narration and a personal interpretation of the facts.
How to get to The Mob Museum of Las Vegas by public transportation
The cultural institution is located in the business district and historic center of the city. With public transportation, the most recommended option depends on the area of departure. These are the best options from two neuralgic points of the city:
- The Strip, the street that concentrates the best casinos in Las Vegas. If you are staying here, you can take The Deuce bus. Get on at the NB Las Vegas at the Paris stop (in front of the casino of the same name) and get off at EB Stewart after 4th. The museum is less than a five-minute walk away. The Deuce operates 24 hours a day.
- McCarran International Airport. Here you have two options. The first is the 109 bus from the Terminal 1 arrivals exit. You will get off at WB Clark after 4th and walk a few minutes along 3rd Street. The alternative is the CX bus. It departs from the same location, but in this case you will have to leave the bus at NB 4th after Stewart. The museum is about a three minute walk away.
A highly recommended alternative is the Las Vegas sightseeing bus. It has comfortable seats and two floors: ideal for enjoying the skyline. It hits all the landmarks of Sin City, from the Arts District to the Bellagio, obviously including The Mob. A day pass usually costs between 40 € and 50 €. Two or three day passes are also available.
How to get to The Mob by car
Many tourists rent a car to move freely around the city or to explore the surrounding desert. If this is your case, just enter the address of the museum in the navigator: 300 Stewart Avenue. A good parking option is the nearby Main Street Station Casino Parking.
The first 30 minutes are free while after that an hourly rate will be applied. On the official website you can find all the daily, weekly and monthly rates.
What not to miss at The Mob Museum in Las Vegas?
Without a doubt, the added value of the cultural institution is its interactive experiences. You will find them on the second floor, just after the entrance. Here are the options to choose from:
- Crime Lab, for those who have always dreamed of experiencing a C.S.I. style investigation. You can perform DNA and fingerprint analysis every day from 10:00 to 21:00. Each session lasts half an hour and participants must be at least 11 years old.
- Firearm Training Simulator, a firearms training simulator that emphasizes the training of police officers. It is open from 12:00 to 19:00 and there is a session every 15 minutes. Participants must be at least 13 years old and children ages 13 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult. For more activities of this type, I recommend you read the post about the best shooting range experiences in Las Vegas.
- Distillery tour with whiskey tasting, the best way to deepen your knowledge about the preparation of spirits and the wiles of organized crime. The bar is also a landmark: it recreates the atmosphere of the 1920s and its drinks are a nod to the Prohibition era.
How long does it take to visit?
It depends on your interest in the subject and the activities booked. Generally, simple tours do not exceed one hour while a more comprehensive tour may require two and a half hours or more.
In case you finish earlier than you thought, you can visit the nearby Neon Museum.
The Mob Museum opening hours
The museum is open all week from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. There are generally no closing days, although on some dates the hours may be reduced.
For example, if you visit Las Vegas on Christmas or other holidays, you will only be able to visit from 10:00 to 18:00.
In the basement of the building is The speakeasy, a bar that winks back to the days of Prohibition and speakeasies. Admission is included in the ticket price - drinks are separate - but you'll have to recite the password. Open Monday to Wednesday from 12:00 to 22:00 and Thursday to Sunday from 12:00 to 24:00.
This is the museum store
Want to go home with an original souvenir? Then you must stop at the tiedan of the museum. Its offer goes far beyond the simple T-shirts, sweatshirts and hats that you can find in other tourist stores. The list below lists the most curious souvenirs:
- Newspaper reprints.
- You can choose from three headlines that recall historical events and characters: the end of Prohibition, Bonnie & Clyde and the famous gangster John Dillinger
- Las Vegas sign ornament, a hand-painted glass globe that reproduces a cityscape
.- The ideal choice if you visit Las Vegas at Christmas and want to decorate the tree with something original - The Crime Boss coloring book, a coloring book for adults
.- Relax by coloring the vignettes of America's most famous criminals - Corn whiskey distilled in the basement of the museum. You can choose from three sizes - 50, 375 and 750 ml - and as many varieties: plain, cinnamon or ginger flavored
- Shot Glasses, six shot glasses with mug shots of America's most famous criminals: Al Capone, Lucky Luciano, Bugsy Siegel, Pretty Boy Floyd, John Dillinger and Machine Gun Kelly
The store is located near the entrance and is much appreciated by visitors. The souvenirs are not limited to classic outlaws such as Al Capone, but cover more recent mob families.
Is it advisable to go to The Mob Museum with children?
The museum makes no apology for organized crime and the more crude scenes - for example, the St. Valentine's Day massacre - can be skipped. So, it's up to you and your children's sensibility. If you are not convinced and are looking for an alternative destination, I recommend reading the post on 10 things to do in Las Vegas with kids.