Fun Things to do in Las Vegas
There’s always something fun to do in a city that never sleeps. Las Vegas and the surrounding area have it all – free attractions suitable for families, cultural and natural attractions, shopping, casino entertainment, recreational activities and other things for tourists to do. Ask the knowledgeable concierge at Silverton Casino Lodge for a list of attractions and fun things to do nearby.
Las Vegas Strip Attractions.
An attraction in itself, the Las Vegas Strip offers countless things to do. Tour historic casinos that put Las Vegas on the map, shop for Sin City souvenirs, ride roller coasters with the kids, and watch fun loving outdoor shows that feature everything from swashbuckling pirates to rainbow-colored fountains. Silverton Casino Lodge offers free shuttle transportation between the hotel and the Las Vegas Strip. Visit www.visitlasvegas.com
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.
Just 17 miles from downtown Las Vegas, skyscrapers and neon lights give way to a skyline of more natural proportions. Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is a famous wilderness area that showcases the beauty of rugged desert terrain. In addition to spectacular scenery, Red Rock Canyon offers rock climbing, mountain biking and hiking trails, and picnic areas. A self-guided driving tour loops 13 miles through Red Rock Canyon. Visit www.redrockcanyonlv.org
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Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Las Vegas Motor Speedway is the top venue for car racing events. It is also one of the most important NASCAR motor racing complexes in the United States. Las Vegas Motor Speedway accommodates all sorts of car races thanks to its deluxe racing oval, dirt track, and drag racing strip. The stadium offers seating for thousands of car racing and NASCAR fans. Visit www.lvms.com.
Nellis Air Force Base.
Known as the “Home of the Fighter Pilot,” Nellis Air Force Base is the most advanced air combat training and test site for the United States military. The 14,000-acre complex offers limited public tours of the base. Pilots in training at Nellis Air Force Base train on such aircraft as specialized remotely piloted aircraft, HH-60G helicopters, and F-16s.Visit http://www.nellis.af.mil/.
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Fashion Show Mall.
Fashion Show mall is the premier shopping mall in Las Vegas and one of the largest in the country. Fashion Show mall is anchored by seven department stores, including Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Nordstrom. The rest of the shopping malls features more than 250 shops and restaurants for the ultimate Las Vegas shopping spree. Visit www.thefashionshow.com
Las Vegas World Market Center.
The Las Vegas Market, also referred to as World Market Center is the grand dame of home furnishings shows for Interior designers and retail furnishings buyers. The market takes place twice a year and features 530 permanent showrooms, and more than 1 million square feet of temporary exhibits. Interior designers from more than 100 countries come to Las Vegas each year to participate in Las Vegas Market. Visit www.lasvegasmarket.com
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Hoover Dam.
Hoover Dam, a registered National Historic Landmark, was built in the 1930s to pool the Colorado River for hydroelectric power, drinking water, and irrigation. Hoover Dam is located on the Nevada / Arizona state border, about a half hour from Las Vegas. The self-paced Hoover Dam Discovery Tour offers an in-depth overview of the inner workings of the dam, including its power plants, and is suitable for kids. Visit http://www.usbr.gov/lc/hooverdam
Lake Las Vegas Resort.
Lake Las Vegas Resort is a desert oasis of championship golf, decadent spas, boutique shopping, and fine dining located just outside the bustle of downtown Las Vegas. Lake Las Vegas Resort is a residential and guest community built around a privately-owned 320-acre lake. Visit www.lakelasvegas.com
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Lake Mead.
Boating and fishing are superb on Lake Mead, located less than 30 miles from Las Vegas. Lake Mead was created by Hoover Dam in the 1930s and receives much of its water from snow run off from New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming and Colorado. Lake Mead is a full-service lake with marinas, boat rentals, fuel stations and restrooms. Narrative tours of Lake Mead are offered on daytime cruises. Visit http://www.nps.gov/lame/
Fremont Street Experience.
Fremont Street Experience is a must for any visitor to Las Vegas. Fremont Street is the site of the original Las Vegas Strip. Here you’ll enjoy a sensory overload where vintage Vegas meets high-tech energy and attractions. Fremont Street Experience offers restaurants, shopping, and a pedestrian mall known for free concerts and performances. Visit www.vegasexperience.com
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