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Colorado River & Grand Canyon Bottom
The monumental Grand Canyon has helped make the Colorado River famous, but the river itself is a wonder to visit. Starting high in the mountains the Colorado River brings waters from winter snowfall and carries it into the desert valleys. Each spring the region just below Las Vegas was regularly flooded, so it was decided in the 1930's to harbor the water behind the man-made wonder of Hoover Dam. This created the largest man-made recreational lake in the northern hemisphere, Lake Mead. Below the Dam the mighty Colorado River follows quickly yet gently through Black Canyon, known for its steep canyon walls and boom of wildlife. Hidden hot springs and secluded beaches dot the river's edge all the way to Willow Beach. The Colorado River also offers a side for the swift currents to take the explorer on an exhilarating ride.
There are only three ways to get to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Start at Hoover Dam or Willow Beach and take a river tour, canoeing or kayaking adventure, book an off-road tour or take the mule trail down. The mule trail rides usually have to be booked several years in advance.
Adventuredome
Under the pink dome you will find adventure for the entire family. Occupying 5 acres in a climate-controlled park, kids of all ages will find rides to meet all their expectations. The only indoor double-loop double corkscrew roller coaster in the world will take you on a thrill ride through the dome. You can also take the 60 foot plunge down the water flume ride; visit robotic dinosaurs or just hang out in the midway or arcade game area. Clown shows and a carousel as well as other rides entertain the younger children. Tickets are sold as single rides or an all-day ride passes.
The monumental Grand Canyon has helped make the Colorado River famous, but the river itself is a wonder to visit. Starting high in the mountains the Colorado River brings waters from winter snowfall and carries it into the desert valleys. Each spring the region just below Las Vegas was regularly flooded, so it was decided in the 1930's to harbor the water behind the man-made wonder of Hoover Dam. This created the largest man-made recreational lake in the northern hemisphere, Lake Mead. Below the Dam the mighty Colorado River follows quickly yet gently through Black Canyon, known for its steep canyon walls and boom of wildlife. Hidden hot springs and secluded beaches dot the river's edge all the way to Willow Beach. The Colorado River also offers a side for the swift currents to take the explorer on an exhilarating ride.
There are only three ways to get to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Start at Hoover Dam or Willow Beach and take a river tour, canoeing or kayaking adventure, book an off-road tour or take the mule trail down. The mule trail rides usually have to be booked several years in advance.
Adventuredome
Under the pink dome you will find adventure for the entire family. Occupying 5 acres in a climate-controlled park, kids of all ages will find rides to meet all their expectations. The only indoor double-loop double corkscrew roller coaster in the world will take you on a thrill ride through the dome. You can also take the 60 foot plunge down the water flume ride; visit robotic dinosaurs or just hang out in the midway or arcade game area. Clown shows and a carousel as well as other rides entertain the younger children. Tickets are sold as single rides or an all-day ride passes.
Eiffel Tower
Take your knowledge of French to the top of Paris Las Vegas' 1/2 size replica of the famous Eiffel Tower. Glass elevators provide an outstanding view all the way to the observation deck overlooking the renowned Las Vegas Strip.
Great Balloon Experience
Located on the famous Las Vegas strip next to the New Frontier Hotel, you'll find the world's largest tethered helium balloon. Climb aboard for a delightful experience with the best photographic opportunities of Las Vegas. The balloon rises 400 feet into the air with up to 20 passengers for a 15-10 minute ride. Leave the earth below and experience the best views of the entertainment capital of the world.
Madame Tussaud's Celebrity Encounter
Want to get a picture of you hugging Frank Sinatra? How about singing along with Wayne Newton? You can meet 100 famous Las Vegas legends at this unique attraction. See for yourself in America's first Madame Tussaud attraction. Special effects and interactive venues provide a backdrop for the spectacular "Elvis" presentation. Don't miss this opportunity to spend time with the stars.
NASCAR Cafe
Racing fans, this is a must stop on your visit to Las Vegas. Located inside the Sahara Hotel, the NASCAR Café offers museum-quality memorabilia from the most popular drivers. There are two floors of NASCAR articles including jumpsuits, helmets and even the cars themselves. Try to get a table on the top floor to overlook the fans roving below.
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
Everyone knows the story of the "miraculously unsinkable" Titanic. Now you can see incredible real-life artifacts and learn the stories behind the passengers of this ill-fated cruise inside the Tropicana Resort and Casino. There are more than 300 authentic items which have been recovered from the 2 1/2 mile deep watery grave of this huge top ocean liner. This Las Vegas exhibit displays delicate personal objects like a diamond ring and shaving razor blades as well as extraordinary pieces such as the Titanic's organ whistles, a bollard and even a 15 ton section of the ship's side complete with portholes. You'll be riveted by the detailed personal histories of the crew, passengers and their families who survived.
Venetian Gondola Rides
Close your eyes and envision Italy, the canals of Venice, a soft ride under the stars on your private gondola. The Las Vegas gondola ride is at the Venetian Hotel and Casino and will make you feel as if you're in Europe.
Casino Legends Hall of Fame
Conveniently located across the street from the Tropicana, this Vegas attraction features memorabilia and takes you back in time to explore the history of this glitzy city.
Elvis-a-Rama Museum
Check out 3 of Elvis's cars, his personal jewelry, and other Elvis memorabilia.
Ethel M. Chocolate Factory & Botanical Cactus Garden
Free admission and self-guided tours take you through Nevada's largest cactus garden.
Stratosphere Tower
Spin at up to 3 G's and be lifted 900 feet in the air on top of this Las Vegas hotel ride.
Bellagio Fountains
Water rises and falls with the music rhythms at this famous free Las Vegas display.
Treasure Island Sirens (Pirate Battle)
Another free public performance outside the Treasure Island hotel. Watch the tempting sirens attract a group of pirates to their lair in this explosive production.
Treasure Island Sirens (Pirate Battle)
Another free public performance outside the Treasure Island hotel. Watch the tempting sirens attract a group of pirates to their lair in this explosive production.
Mirage Volcano
Every half hour after 7pm view the volcano explode in this lavish free performance outside the Mirage hotel.
Lied Discovery Children's Museum
Learn and be amazed at this Las Vegas science museum.
King Tut Exhibit
Stop by the Luxor Hotel and Casino to visit this replication of King Tut's tomb.
Las Vegas Art Museum
Shark Reef
Venture through a mock anceint sunken temple and see exotic and dangerous animals in this Mandalay Bay attraction
Liberace Museum
Las Vegas Natural History Museum
Las Vegas Mini Granan Prix
GameWorks
The Aquarium at the Silverton Hotel
Take your knowledge of French to the top of Paris Las Vegas' 1/2 size replica of the famous Eiffel Tower. Glass elevators provide an outstanding view all the way to the observation deck overlooking the renowned Las Vegas Strip.
Great Balloon Experience
Located on the famous Las Vegas strip next to the New Frontier Hotel, you'll find the world's largest tethered helium balloon. Climb aboard for a delightful experience with the best photographic opportunities of Las Vegas. The balloon rises 400 feet into the air with up to 20 passengers for a 15-10 minute ride. Leave the earth below and experience the best views of the entertainment capital of the world.
Madame Tussaud's Celebrity Encounter
Want to get a picture of you hugging Frank Sinatra? How about singing along with Wayne Newton? You can meet 100 famous Las Vegas legends at this unique attraction. See for yourself in America's first Madame Tussaud attraction. Special effects and interactive venues provide a backdrop for the spectacular "Elvis" presentation. Don't miss this opportunity to spend time with the stars.
NASCAR Cafe
Racing fans, this is a must stop on your visit to Las Vegas. Located inside the Sahara Hotel, the NASCAR Café offers museum-quality memorabilia from the most popular drivers. There are two floors of NASCAR articles including jumpsuits, helmets and even the cars themselves. Try to get a table on the top floor to overlook the fans roving below.
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
Everyone knows the story of the "miraculously unsinkable" Titanic. Now you can see incredible real-life artifacts and learn the stories behind the passengers of this ill-fated cruise inside the Tropicana Resort and Casino. There are more than 300 authentic items which have been recovered from the 2 1/2 mile deep watery grave of this huge top ocean liner. This Las Vegas exhibit displays delicate personal objects like a diamond ring and shaving razor blades as well as extraordinary pieces such as the Titanic's organ whistles, a bollard and even a 15 ton section of the ship's side complete with portholes. You'll be riveted by the detailed personal histories of the crew, passengers and their families who survived.
Venetian Gondola Rides
Close your eyes and envision Italy, the canals of Venice, a soft ride under the stars on your private gondola. The Las Vegas gondola ride is at the Venetian Hotel and Casino and will make you feel as if you're in Europe.
Casino Legends Hall of Fame
Conveniently located across the street from the Tropicana, this Vegas attraction features memorabilia and takes you back in time to explore the history of this glitzy city.
Elvis-a-Rama Museum
Check out 3 of Elvis's cars, his personal jewelry, and other Elvis memorabilia.
Ethel M. Chocolate Factory & Botanical Cactus Garden
Free admission and self-guided tours take you through Nevada's largest cactus garden.
Stratosphere Tower
Spin at up to 3 G's and be lifted 900 feet in the air on top of this Las Vegas hotel ride.
Bellagio Fountains
Water rises and falls with the music rhythms at this famous free Las Vegas display.
Treasure Island Sirens (Pirate Battle)
Another free public performance outside the Treasure Island hotel. Watch the tempting sirens attract a group of pirates to their lair in this explosive production.
Treasure Island Sirens (Pirate Battle)
Another free public performance outside the Treasure Island hotel. Watch the tempting sirens attract a group of pirates to their lair in this explosive production.
Mirage Volcano
Every half hour after 7pm view the volcano explode in this lavish free performance outside the Mirage hotel.
Lied Discovery Children's Museum
Learn and be amazed at this Las Vegas science museum.
King Tut Exhibit
Stop by the Luxor Hotel and Casino to visit this replication of King Tut's tomb.
Las Vegas Art Museum
Shark Reef
Venture through a mock anceint sunken temple and see exotic and dangerous animals in this Mandalay Bay attraction
Liberace Museum
Las Vegas Natural History Museum
Las Vegas Mini Granan Prix
GameWorks
The Aquarium at the Silverton Hotel
Las Vegas Casinos
The roll of the dice. The shuffle of the cards. The spin of the roulette wheel. These are only some of the ingredients of endless fun in Las Vegas' casinos.
Flamingo Casino
Bursting with brand-new games and slots, this freshly remodeled 77,000 square-foot Caribbean-style casino offers ways to win beyond your wildest dreams. All your traditional favorites are here: more than 2,000 slot machines, 70 gaming tables, and a Race & Sports book broadcasting results on a wide-screen television. From the latest games to the casino classics, there's no shortage of action on the Flamingo's vibrant floor.
Bally´s Casino
This newly remodeled, 67,000 square-foot casino delivers a bright and lively gaming area loaded with all the traditional games you love.
Harvey's Lake Tahoe Casino & Resort
Harvey's Resort & Casino is located on the pristine shores of America's largest alpine lake. Featuring 740 deluxe rooms and suites, six restaurants, a full-service health club, pool and convention center, cabaret theatre with the hottest entertainment, wedding chapel and arcade Harvey's Lake Tahoe is the perfect vacation destination!
Mirage Casino
Come into this lush tropical paradise where the friendly and knowledgeable staff will make your gaming experience most enjoyable.
Other Las Vegas Casinos
More casinos on the Strip include Aladdin (soon to be renamed Planet Hollywood), Barbary Coast, Bellagio, Caeser's Palace, Excalibur, The New Frontier, Harrah's, Hooters, Imperial Palace, Luxor, Mandalay Bay, MGM Grand, Monte Carlo, New York New York, Paris Las Vegas, Riviera, Sahara, Stardust, South Coast, Stratosphere, Treasure Island, Tropicana, and The Venetian.
Las Vegas hotels and casinos in the nearby area include Binion's, Four Queens, Gold Coast, the Golden Nugget, Hard Rock Hotel, JW Marriott, Palace Station, Palms, Red Rock Resort, Rio, Silverton, Terrible's, Tuscany, The Orleans, and Wynn.
Flamingo Casino
Bursting with brand-new games and slots, this freshly remodeled 77,000 square-foot Caribbean-style casino offers ways to win beyond your wildest dreams. All your traditional favorites are here: more than 2,000 slot machines, 70 gaming tables, and a Race & Sports book broadcasting results on a wide-screen television. From the latest games to the casino classics, there's no shortage of action on the Flamingo's vibrant floor.
Bally´s Casino
This newly remodeled, 67,000 square-foot casino delivers a bright and lively gaming area loaded with all the traditional games you love.
Harvey's Lake Tahoe Casino & Resort
Harvey's Resort & Casino is located on the pristine shores of America's largest alpine lake. Featuring 740 deluxe rooms and suites, six restaurants, a full-service health club, pool and convention center, cabaret theatre with the hottest entertainment, wedding chapel and arcade Harvey's Lake Tahoe is the perfect vacation destination!
Mirage Casino
Come into this lush tropical paradise where the friendly and knowledgeable staff will make your gaming experience most enjoyable.
Other Las Vegas Casinos
More casinos on the Strip include Aladdin (soon to be renamed Planet Hollywood), Barbary Coast, Bellagio, Caeser's Palace, Excalibur, The New Frontier, Harrah's, Hooters, Imperial Palace, Luxor, Mandalay Bay, MGM Grand, Monte Carlo, New York New York, Paris Las Vegas, Riviera, Sahara, Stardust, South Coast, Stratosphere, Treasure Island, Tropicana, and The Venetian.
Las Vegas hotels and casinos in the nearby area include Binion's, Four Queens, Gold Coast, the Golden Nugget, Hard Rock Hotel, JW Marriott, Palace Station, Palms, Red Rock Resort, Rio, Silverton, Terrible's, Tuscany, The Orleans, and Wynn.
Las Vegas Shows
If gambling isn't your scene, you can still have blast on a Las Vegas vacation. Over 50 shows are available, mostly at hotel venues. Here is a sample of the grandiose performances you should consider attending:
- All Shook Up: featuring Elvis music
- Amazing Jonathon: comedian/magician
- American Superstars: celebrity tribute
- An Evening at La Cage: one of the best female impersonators in the US
- Anthony Cole: comedian/hypnotist
- Barbara & Frank: Barbara Streisand and Frank Sinatra impersonators
- Barry Manilow: live in concert
- Beatles "Love": Cirque du Soleil tribute to the Beatles
- Blue Man Group: a very interesting and unique production
- Carrot Top: prop comedy
- Clint Holmes: singing and original performances
- Comedy Stop: a rotating schedule of hilarious comedians
- David Copperfield: magician
- Dirk Arthur: magician
- Dr Scott Lewis: hypnotist
- Folies Bergere: Las Vegas's longest running show
- George Wallace: stand up comedy
- Improv at Harrah's: improve
- KA: Cirque du Soleil performance
- Lance Burton: magician
- Larry G Jones: comic impersonator
- Le Reve: aquatic performance where every seat is within 40 feet of the stage
- Legends in Concert: celebrity tribute
- Mac King: comedian/magician
- Mamma Mia: featuring ABBA music
- Marriage Can Be Murder: mystery/comedy dinner
- Musical Tribute to Liberace
- Mystere: Cirque du Soleil performance
- Neil Diamond Tribute
- O: Cirque du Soleil performance
- Platters, Coasters, and Drifters
- Rick Thomas: magician
- Rita Rudner: stand up comedy
- Riviera Comedy Club
- The Second City: sketch comedy and improv
- Tony N' Tina's Wedding: musical dinner theater
- Tournament of Kings: medieval dinner show
- Tribute to Frank, Sammy, Joey and Dean
- V: The Ultimate Variety Show
- World's Greatest Magic Show
- Zumanity: adult Cirque du Soleil performance
- All Shook Up: featuring Elvis music
- Amazing Jonathon: comedian/magician
- American Superstars: celebrity tribute
- An Evening at La Cage: one of the best female impersonators in the US
- Anthony Cole: comedian/hypnotist
- Barbara & Frank: Barbara Streisand and Frank Sinatra impersonators
- Barry Manilow: live in concert
- Beatles "Love": Cirque du Soleil tribute to the Beatles
- Blue Man Group: a very interesting and unique production
- Carrot Top: prop comedy
- Clint Holmes: singing and original performances
- Comedy Stop: a rotating schedule of hilarious comedians
- David Copperfield: magician
- Dirk Arthur: magician
- Dr Scott Lewis: hypnotist
- Folies Bergere: Las Vegas's longest running show
- George Wallace: stand up comedy
- Improv at Harrah's: improve
- KA: Cirque du Soleil performance
- Lance Burton: magician
- Larry G Jones: comic impersonator
- Le Reve: aquatic performance where every seat is within 40 feet of the stage
- Legends in Concert: celebrity tribute
- Mac King: comedian/magician
- Mamma Mia: featuring ABBA music
- Marriage Can Be Murder: mystery/comedy dinner
- Musical Tribute to Liberace
- Mystere: Cirque du Soleil performance
- Neil Diamond Tribute
- O: Cirque du Soleil performance
- Platters, Coasters, and Drifters
- Rick Thomas: magician
- Rita Rudner: stand up comedy
- Riviera Comedy Club
- The Second City: sketch comedy and improv
- Tony N' Tina's Wedding: musical dinner theater
- Tournament of Kings: medieval dinner show
- Tribute to Frank, Sammy, Joey and Dean
- V: The Ultimate Variety Show
- World's Greatest Magic Show
- Zumanity: adult Cirque du Soleil performance
Las Vegas Tennis
Tennis is offered in many different venues in Las Vegas. The large Vegas hotels, such as Bally's, Flamingo, and Monte Carlo, have courts on their properties and charge non-guests a fee for usage.
Private clubs, such as Pro Tennis Inc, Spanish Oaks Tennis Club, and The Sports Club Las Vegas, also offer tennis courts and charge a fee for players.
Public parks in Las Vegas and the surrounding areas offer free or cheaper rates than private clubs and casinos. Public courts include Desert Palms Tennis Club, Twin Lakes Racquet Club, Sunset Park, and Amanda & Stacy Darling Memorial Tennis Center.
Private clubs, such as Pro Tennis Inc, Spanish Oaks Tennis Club, and The Sports Club Las Vegas, also offer tennis courts and charge a fee for players.
Public parks in Las Vegas and the surrounding areas offer free or cheaper rates than private clubs and casinos. Public courts include Desert Palms Tennis Club, Twin Lakes Racquet Club, Sunset Park, and Amanda & Stacy Darling Memorial Tennis Center.
Las Vegas Golf
Las Vegas is a golfing destination second to none!
| Dragon Ridge Country Club 1700 West Horizon Ridge Pkwy
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Badlands Golf Club 9119 Alta Dr
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| Aliante Golf Club 3100 W. Elkhorn
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Highland Falls Golf Club 10201 Sun City Blvd
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| Stallion Mountain Country Club 5500 E. Flamingo Rd
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TPC @ The Canyons 9851 Canyon Run Dr.
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Las Vegas Shopping
Even though what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, you can still take home a few souvenirs.
Shops on the Las Vegas Strip
Shops on the Las Vegas Strip
Desert Passage at the Aladdin: over 140 stores and a dozen restaurants in a mock open-air market in the Mediterranean.
Forum Shops at Caesar's Palace: upscale shopping center with famous restaurants and one of the US's only spiral escalators.
Grand Canal Shops at the Venetian: shop like you're in Venice in this Vegas shopping center that has its own canals and gondola rides.
Le Boulevard at Paris: shopping with a European flair and a mock Eiffel tower.
Mandalay Place: located on a sky bridge between Mandalay Bay and Luxor, this shopping area boasts 41 specialty shops and restaurants, including LUSH puppy and the first Nike Golf store.
Via Bellagio: one of the finest, most expensive collections of stores in Las Vegas, conveniently located in the front entrance of the Bellagio.
Fashion Show Las Vegas: the largest shopping area in Las Vegas, complete with a newly expanded food court, department stores, and over 200 specialty shops.
Showcase Mall: a family-oriented shopping center, and the only place to see new movies on the Strip. Be sure to check out M&M's World and Gameworks arcade.
Hawaiian Marketplace: modeled after the International Marketplace in Honolulu, this Vegas marketplace offers a Hawaiian atmosphere with vendors, shops, and food.
Las Vegas Outlet Center: great deals, 2 food courts, and a carousel.
Shops outside the Las Vegas StripForum Shops at Caesar's Palace: upscale shopping center with famous restaurants and one of the US's only spiral escalators.
Grand Canal Shops at the Venetian: shop like you're in Venice in this Vegas shopping center that has its own canals and gondola rides.
Le Boulevard at Paris: shopping with a European flair and a mock Eiffel tower.
Mandalay Place: located on a sky bridge between Mandalay Bay and Luxor, this shopping area boasts 41 specialty shops and restaurants, including LUSH puppy and the first Nike Golf store.
Via Bellagio: one of the finest, most expensive collections of stores in Las Vegas, conveniently located in the front entrance of the Bellagio.
Fashion Show Las Vegas: the largest shopping area in Las Vegas, complete with a newly expanded food court, department stores, and over 200 specialty shops.
Showcase Mall: a family-oriented shopping center, and the only place to see new movies on the Strip. Be sure to check out M&M's World and Gameworks arcade.
Hawaiian Marketplace: modeled after the International Marketplace in Honolulu, this Vegas marketplace offers a Hawaiian atmosphere with vendors, shops, and food.
Las Vegas Outlet Center: great deals, 2 food courts, and a carousel.
Boulevard Mall: Nevada's largest mall features 1.2 million square feet of retail space. Just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, downtown and the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Galleria at Sunset: You will find more than 140 shops and restaurants and a free rock climbing wall at Galleria at Sunset.
Las Vegas Premium Outlets: outdoor discount shopping center featuring over 120 outlet stores.
Meadows Mall: Located at US 95 and Valley View Boulevard.
Wynn Esplanade: high-end shopping in one of the most luxurious hotels in Vegas.
Galleria at Sunset: You will find more than 140 shops and restaurants and a free rock climbing wall at Galleria at Sunset.
Las Vegas Premium Outlets: outdoor discount shopping center featuring over 120 outlet stores.
Meadows Mall: Located at US 95 and Valley View Boulevard.
Wynn Esplanade: high-end shopping in one of the most luxurious hotels in Vegas.