Las Vegas

Las Vegas is a part of Las Vegas, Nevada's Clark County, home to over 600,000 people. It's known for its casinos, entertainment, nightlife, and shopping. The city has many lavish hotels on the famed Las Vegas Strip and other attractions such as museums, galleries, shows, film festivals, and more. Las Vegas has something to offer everyone - no matter your style or budget.

History

Las Vegas has a long and storied history, dating to its establishment as a trading post in 1844. After the city was officially founded in 1905, it grew exponentially over the following decades, becoming renowned for its casinos, gambling, entertainment, and nightlife.

The city experienced further development in the 1940s when The Strip was developed, leading to increased tourism and investment that would only continue to grow. Thanks to the local economy and population growth, Las Vegas became increasingly influential in Nevada politics and eventually even saw the construction of iconic landmarks such as the Stratosphere Tower and the Luxor Hotel.

Though Las Vegas has changed dramatically since its early days of saloons, casinos, and mob activity, it remains to be America's one of the most renowned cities today.

Attractions

• Red Rock Canyon: Nature lovers will appreciate the scenic views of Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, just minutes from the city center. Visitors can explore the landscape by hiking, biking, or taking a scenic drive.

• Mount Charleston: Just an hour away from Las Vegas is Mount Charleston, offering hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts access to trails, meadows, and wildlife.

• Stratosphere Tower: Standing at 1,149 feet tall, Stratosphere Tower is the tallest freestanding structure west of the Mississippi River and offers excellent views of The Strip and beyond. The tower also has thrill rides at its peak that will surely get your adrenaline pumping.

• Luxor Hotel: This pyramid-shaped hotel on The Strip stands out from its more traditional counterparts with its unique design and impressive lighting displays every night. Guests of this property can enjoy world-class restaurants and gaming tables inside and nightly shows outside on the stage in front of it.

• Fremont Street Experience: You can find Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las Vegas. It is a pedestrian mall full of casinos, bars, and restaurants on four blocks underneath a grand canopy of millions of lights! During special events like Halloween or New Year's Eve, visitors can watch fireworks displays over the street from this fantastic vantage point.

• Madame Tussauds Wax Museum: This museum provides visitors with an interactive experience in which they can take pictures with wax likenesses of some of their favorite past and present stars.

• National Atomic Testing Museum: Interested in learning about Las Vegas' role in history? Check out this museum for detailed information about nuclear testing conducted nearby during the Cold War era – with plenty of exhibits to explore along your journey there.

• The Mob Museum: Step back to when crime syndicates controlled much of Las Vegas' economy by visiting The Mob Museum – complete with artifacts, multimedia displays, and more that provide insight into this fascinating period.

• Discovery Children's Museum: Families looking for activities to entertain younger children should check out Discovery Children's Museum, where they can explore hands-on exhibits related to science, art, and culture explicitly designed for kids ages 3 to 10 years old.

• Roller Coasters near The Strip: Adrenaline junkies will love riding on one of several roller coasters located near famous landmarks such as Circus Circus Hotel & Casino or Adventuredome Theme Park & Resort.