Top Things to do in Nevada
Top Hotels in Nevada
- 1. Bellagio Las Vegas
- 2. Trump International Hotel Las Vegas
- 3. Park MGM Las Vegas
- 4. The Venetian Resort
- 5. Atlantis Casino Resort Spa
- 6. Paris Las Vegas
- 7. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Autograph Collection
- 8. Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
- 9. Treasure Island - TI Hotel & Casino, a Radisson Hotel
- 10. Silverton Casino Hotel
10 Things to do in Nevada That You Shouldn't Miss
Las Vegas is the place to go for the best nightlife, gambling, live shows and dining in the U.S. But there's plenty to do in Nevada for all types of travelers. The state boasts more than 100 beautiful golf courses, and water lovers can relax on the shores of Lake Tahoe. Set your sights on the mountainous landscape, perfect for hiking, or tour the famous Hoover Dam. World class resorts with top of the line spas are located throughout the state's major cities and tourist locales.
Restaurants in Nevada
1. National Automobile Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,760 reviews
Offering more than 224 vehicles on display, this museum contains one of the greatest car collections anywhere.
Reviewed By charlesdenises2015
Amazing to see old autos in such great shape. This was the largest auto collection that I have seen. I saw a couple of "firsts" like a gold plated Delorean, Elvis owned Cadillac, cars used in movies.. Allow about 2 hours to walk thru and see it all, so many, and some are one of a kind, signed, or other special detail.
2. Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26,046 reviews
Visitors can admire colorful rock formations on several hiking trails or on a 13-mile scenic drive.
Reviewed By JerriAL1 - Johnston, United States
Spent half a day in this park in January when we wanted to get out of Vegas and do some hiking and exploring. The park fee for a vehicle day pass is $15 and well worth the time spent here. It was just over 60 degrees so plenty comfortable for us northerners and we wore shorts with a long sleeve top, had on sunscreen and carried water on our hikes. There is a 13 mile one way scenic loop which you can drive through and see plenty just stopping at the overlooks. There are also many hiking trails ranging from easy to moderate to difficult with a variety of elevation rises and lengths that you can choose from to see petroglyphs, hidden falls, scenic views and nature’s beauty more close up. The guide which you can access online or pick up in paper form has a map and very good descriptions of all scenic views, overlooks and hiking trails. Be aware that if you plan to rely on your phone, service is not reliable throughout the park. I recommend arriving early to beat the crowds especially on weekends or when the weather is more inviting. There is a visitor and information building with bathrooms and some information on the park and animals and land but stop on your way in because with a one-way route you won’t have another opportunity. We spent about 4 hours in the park and hit a few of the highlights, stopped at the scenic overlooks and hiked 4 different trails. Check park hours as well because they vary with the seasons. We will be back to explore the area more but the time we spent gave us time to explore the park and hit the highlights.
3. Grapevine Canyon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 207 reviews
Visitors come to this canyon in the Nevada desert to view its Indian petroglyphs, some of the first known to man. Truly an amazing site, many of the etchings go 40 to 50 feet below the sand level and are hundreds of years old. A few of the more common ones have been translated but the rest remain a mystery.
Reviewed By F6659JNlarrys - Fulton, United States
On our way back to Vegas after spending the night in Laughlin we decided to make a stop at Christmas Tree Pass and check out Grapevine Canyon, we're so glad we did, just incredible! Words and pictures can't truly do justice to the beauty of this area. 1st of all it's about 2 miles back off the main road following a dirt road so it's a bit slow going but not an issue if you have an SUV or a pickup. Once you get back to the parking area it's a short hike back into the canyon and it's well worth it to see the Petroglyphs and all. We had never seen anything like this before and glad we stopped by to see, just amazing! It's not a far drive from the strip so if you're in Vegas and want to try something new check this out, just incredible!
4. The Strip
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34,517 reviews
Reviewed By DaveFleck - Toronto, Canada
The Las Vegas Strip is simply amazing to see. My first time in Vegas Amazing people watching Amazing photography Amazing shopping Amazing Restaurants/Food Amazing Casinos (Many of course) Amazing Shows/Entertainment Bring comfortable running shoes as the strip is massif. You could not possibly walk the entire strip and see everything in one day. Don't forget to check out one of the most amazing and only free things on the strip The Bellagio Fountains Show The Strip is divided up into 3 sections South, Central and North Yes the strip is that large. Bring lots of money or credit as everything is very expensive on Las Vegas Strip. We will be coming back to Las Vegas Strip many more times and would recommend to anyone to see the Las Vegas Strip at least once in their life as there is nowhere else in the world like this. You don't need to be a gambler to visit Las Vegas as there is so much to see and do however if you do gamble you will be in heaven.
5. Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 720 reviews
Swim, boat, hike, cycle, camp and fish at America’s first and largest national recreation area. With striking landscapes and brilliant blue waters, this year-round playground spreads across 1.5 million acres of mountains, canyons, valleys and two vast lakes. See the Hoover Dam from the waters of Lake Mead or Lake Mohave, or find solitude in one of the park's nine wilderness areas. Approximately 30 miles from Las Vegas. Entrance fees charged.
Reviewed By 985charc - Henderson, United States
I suggest research the many hikes here online. Owl Canyon, Railroad Tunnels, Calville Summit, The Bluffs, Wetlands Trail and more. There is a nice cafe ON the water at Las Vegas Bay Marina. A nice shaded with GRASS picnic area at Calville Bay. The three marina offers all kinds of water craft rentals too.
6. Don Laughlin's Classic Car Collection
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,081 reviews
Don Laughlin, owner of the Riverside Resort Hotel and Casino and an avid car enthusiast, has more than 85 cars from his personal collection on display.
Reviewed By CasinoCruiser
Great Car collection, Show Room is Great, they put a lot into this and it is worth the visit. The Riverside started it all for Laughlin, even the bridge over the Colorado river.
7. Lion Habitat Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,241 reviews
Reviewed By calliemallie - Brick, United States
I purchased a behind the scenes tour and it was excellent. We arrived on a Tuesday at 9:30 am and we received a private tour of the lions!!!! Our tour guide was fabulous and it was awesome to be so close to the lions, beautiful animals!!!!
8. Hoover Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9,277 reviews
Hoover Dam, once known as Boulder Dam, is a concrete arch-gravity dam in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River, on the border between Arizona and Nevada. Hoover Dam impounds Lake Mead, and is located near Boulder City, Nevada. Paid parking, visitor center and guided tours.
Reviewed By Hilberaldi
We took a round trip tour of Las Vegas, or if you are going to the Grand Canyon it is very worthwhile to know this gigantic and impressive dam is located between the states of Nevada and Arizona, in the city of Boulder City, about 50km from Las Vegas. , the size of the dam is huge, it dams the huge Lake Mead (Lake Mead National Recreation Area), the contrast between the water and the desert region is beautiful, these waters aided the development of the city of Las Vegas, you pass through this grand before arriving at Hoover Dam. And for those who enjoy cinema, it's worth mentioning that the movies Superman (1978), Transformers (2007) and Earthquake: The San Andreas Fault (2007) had scenes shot at Hoover Dam. We went by car, There are paid parking and free parking on site, to access the free parking, just go over the dam by car, and access the sites, before the dam has a paid parking building. Admission to the dam is free but controlled and the trick is to stop by the road to take pictures of the most beautiful spots on Lake Mead and the Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge until you reach the large parking pockets of Hoover Dam. Nevada-side, Arizona-side parking both cost $ 10 per vehicle, but those who don't mind walking a little further can go on to the smaller parking lots that are free. After parking your car, you can explore the Hoover Dam outside for free, or take one of the tours to visit the inner areas more deeply. Another attraction is crossing the Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Bridge through the pedestrian platform: Be sure to cross the bridge (on foot and by car) the experiences are different and complementary. It was very interesting the tour, which yielded impressive photos.
9. High Roller
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25,114 reviews
Measuring 520 feet in diameter, the High Roller eclipses both the London Eye and Singapore Flyer. Facing north and south parallel to Las Vegas Boulevard, the wheel takes 30 minutes to complete one full revolution and features 28 glass-enclosed cabins with broad views of Las Vegas and the Strip. Each spherical cabin can hold up to 40 people, with benches on either side of the cabin and plenty of floor space in between-but we imagine you'll want to stand and admire the view. Sight-seeing isn't all that the High Roller has to offer. Take in the best views of Las Vegas from inside a High Roller Happy Half Hour cabin. Your ticket includes one 30-minute ride and an open bar inside the cabin! Allow your body and mind to soar 550 feet in the sky above the Las Vegas Strip in a unique and personalized yoga session with a professional instructor. Or experience a one-of-a-kind sky high chocolate tasting experience paired with your choice of wine!
Reviewed By ianineska - San Diego, United States
Great ride on this beautiful ferris wheel, perfect time about 30min, definitely COVID conscious, make sure to buy your tickest ahead of time so you dont have to end up on a long line to buy the tickets
10. Riverwalk Trail
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 880 reviews
Reviewed By Perry4610 - Trenton, United States
Started at Haris walked all the way to the last casino very nice walk and a Lotta good stops on the way. Took the water taxi home. Nice boat ride for five dollars.
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