Visit Las Vegas on a Budget
Millions of visitors make Las Vegas their vacation destination every year. But what makes Sin City so memorable?
It could be the more than 35 wedding chapels, over 150,000 slot machines, the amazing warm weather, or the various world renowned luxury resorts and casinos lining the infamous Vegas strip. Whatever your reason is for visiting this eclectic city, be sure to take your vitamins and prepare for an unforgettable journey!
The places and activities Las Vegas is known for are only a fraction of what you could discover on your next trip! Check out the free things to do in Las Vegas below to help you save big on your vacation.
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Walk the Las Vegas Strip
The hotels and casinos along the Las Vegas Strip are attractions themselves. From the larger-than-life MGM Grand lion to the skyscrapers for New York-New York Casino, there’s so much to see. Plus, as you stroll down the strip you’ll also encounter entertaining street performers.
Fremont Street Experience
Downtown Las Vegas is home to the Fremont Street Experience, a covered shopping, gambling and dining area perfect for spending the afternoon or evening. Each night, the 1,500-foot-long LED screen covering the street lights up for the Viva Vision Light Show – a free display that will leave you amazed.
Bellagio Fountain Show
If you’ve ever seen a movie or tv show filmed in Las Vegas, then you’re probably familiar with the magnificent fountains at the Bellagio. The fountains dance to beautiful music every 30 minutes during the day and every 15 minutes after 7 p.m. This is a Las Vegas icon you don’t want to miss.
Silverton Hotel Aquarium
You’ll see more than just exotic fish at this free aquarium at the Silverton Hotel. Among the clownfish and triggerfish you’ll also see beautiful mermaids swimming. This is a great place to stop if you’re exploring the city south of the airport.
Secret Pizza Follow the Hallway Between a Glass Elevator and Sushi Restaurant
The Cosmopolitan | 3708 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Roxy’s Diner A 50’s Style Diner with a Twist
Stratosphere | 2000 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89104
Tower Pizzeria & Creamery Scoops Meets Slice
Stratosphere | 2000 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89104
The Commissary Latin Kitchen Tortas, Burgers, Milkshakes, and Spiced Rub Chicken
Downtown Grand | 206 North 3rd St. Las Vegas NV 89101
Big Ern’s BBQ Real Deal BBQ in Downtown Vegas
Container Park | 707 Fremont Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Le Thai Authentic Yet Approachable Thai Food
523 Fremont Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Blue Iguana Mexican Express Fast Fresh Mexican
Circus Circus | 2880 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Earl of Sandwich The World’s Greatest Hot Sandwich
Planet Hollywood | 3663 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Pink’s Hot Dogs LA’s Favorite Hot Dog for 75 Years
Planet Hollywood | 3663 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Florida Café Cuban Bar and Grill
Howard Johnson | 1401 South Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89104
Mesquite Motor Mania Classic Car Show (January)
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade (January)
NASCAR Sprint Cup Weekend (March)
Monster Jam World Finals (March)
World Series of Poker (April)
Clark County Fair and Rodeo (April)
Fremont Street Mardi Gras (April)
Stars, Cars and Guitars Motorhead Festival (May)
Shawn Ray’s Colorado Pro Am Classic (June)
Groovefest American Music Festival (June)
Fourth of July Celebration (July)
Def Con X Underground (August)
Blue Sky International Film Festival (September)
Downtown Oktoberfest (October)
Professional Bull Riders Championship (October)
COMDEX (November)
America the Beautiful Music Festival (November)
Las Vegas Marathon (December)
New Year’s Eve on the Strip (December)