Imagine a place where you can visit Paris, New York and Italy, all in the same street. Las Vegas is that place, and there is so much to see and do in “Sin City” that it is impossible to do it all in one visit. If you’re headed to Las Vegas, you’ll need to make a list of “must see” attractions. Here are some of the top Las Vegas attractions that you might want to put on that list.
Bellagio
Whether it’s the grandeur of the interior of this remarkable resort, the beauty of the musical water fountain on the adjacent lake, or the opportunity to shop in stores that rival the best in Paris, Bellagio is one of the top Las Vegas attractions. Inside Bellagio, you can ride a gondola through a mall recreated from Venice, where unique shops and art boutiques await. You can also dine at five-star restaurants like Jasmine and Circo, or watch amazing stunts by “O” Cirque du Soleil performers. Of course, the resort also has a casino.
Mirage
Mirage is another casino resort that is known the world over for one of its outdoor attractions. Every night from 8 a.m. to midnight, the Mirage Volcano erupts in a splendid display of water and fire. Inside the Mirage you can experience the relaxation of walking through a beautiful rainforest garden, complete with waterfalls and a 90 foot high atrium ceiling. The front desk houses a 20,000-gallon saltwater aquarium, and Siegfried and Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat is also located in the complex. This oasis is home to bobcats and bottlenose dolphins. Shopping, dining, and gambling are also plentiful at the Mirage.
freemont street
In downtown Las Vegas you will find Freemont Street, one of the most popular nightlife attractions. This street, which is open to pedestrian traffic only, is covered with a 90-foot-high canopy. This provides a much-needed respite from the desert sun during the day, when you can see street musicians and performers along this walkway. However, it’s the nightly light show on the canopy that’s the biggest draw. Known as the Freemont Street Experience, this free exhibit is something you really must see to appreciate.
Shows, shows and more shows
While the shows in Las Vegas change from time to time so listing the “most popular” is sometimes difficult, it is the shows that draw many to this city. From world-class singers to incredible magicians to impossible stunts, if it can be done, it can be seen in Las Vegas.
Singers like Cher, Elton John and Bette Midler regularly appear on the Las Vegas stage. Cirque du Soleil has several shows in town, including a sensual “adults only” show. Blue Man Group is one of the most popular of all shows. If you can get tickets, try to see The Phantom of the Opera at the Venetian, even if you’ve already seen the musical. Many critics claim that this is the best version of the Phantom ever made and that the stage was built specifically for the show.
With all the shows the city has to offer, you could literally spend the entire trip seeing one after the other, but get your tickets early. If you’re trying to watch a popular show, they’ll sell out fast.