11 Things to Do in Las Vegas at Night
You can visit Las Vegas at any time, but it's at night that it becomes the City of Lights. Would you like to know the top activities that earned it its nickname?
In Las Vegas you can wander through Ancient Egypt at the Luxor, climb the Eiffel Tower at the Hotel Paris, sail the gondola in Venice or visit the Canadian National Tower at The Strat. Not even Jules Verne could have imagined travelling around the world without leaving a city.
With such scenery, of course there is plenty to see and do in Las Vegas and here are the top destinations and activities not to be missed for a movie experience.
1. Las Vegas Night Helicopter Tour
A helicopter flight is memorable in itself and with millions of LED lights on the Strip in Sin City, it will be fabulous. Helicopter tours in Las Vegas allow you to etch the entire city into your memory with a dreamlike panoramic view aboard an A-Star.
Depending on the option selected, the tour includes a glass of sparkling wine or champagne and a certain scope. Appreciate the replica of the Nevada version of the Globe, a souvenir to treasure for life.
Practical information
- Direction: depends on the chosen operator
- Duration: packages are available from 2 hours and upwards.
- People on board: up to two people.
- Price: from €78.
2. Tour Las Vegas by night in a limousine
Well you've been through the friendly crooks of Ocean's Eleven and now it's time to continue the movie tour, how about recreating Julia Roberts and Richard Gere in Pretty Woman? Yes, continue your Hollywood night out with limo tours of Las Vegas. For one night you can become a celebrity by visiting Las Vegas in one of them.
A VIP ride on the Strip and Fremont: limousine tours are the ultimate luxury ride. You can enjoy Sin City from the comfort of a private vehicle. Most of these tours include: access to a club and pool, bottle of champagne, a professional photographer or private entrance to the Foundation Room. And as if that wasn't enough, the rates are flat - they are often all-inclusive plans. Are you up for it?
Practical information
- Address: Depends on the limousine tour operator chosen.
- Duration: there are packages from 2 to 24 hours.
- People in the limousine: often up to 20 people, which makes this plan perfect for sharing with friends and family.
- Price: from €441.
3. Ride the Eye of London in Las Vegas at night
TheHigh Roller is a massive Ferris wheel located on the Las Vegas Strip. As expected, this replica of the London Eye holds another of the city's records. At 167 metres, compared to 135 metres for the English one, it is recognised as the world's largest Ferris wheel, a jewel of theLINQ Hotel.
Each of the cabins is air-conditioned and the half-hour ride is a serene and gentle way to forget the hustle and bustle of the city. The kids will love it, so I recommend you put it on your itinerary of things to do in Las Vegas with kids at night. If you're over 21, you can choose a booth with an open bar and enjoy a cocktail with a spectacular view in the background.
Practical information
- Address: 3545 Las Vegas Blvd South, The Linq Promenade, Las Vegas, NV 89109-8978
- Duration: 30 minutes.
- Hours: Monday to Sunday from 2 p.m. to 12 midnight
- Price: from €25.
4. Visit the Eiffel Tower and see its light show at dusk
Surprised? At this point, maybe not so much. Of course, if in this city even Ancient Egypt comes to life, France is not far behind and in the Paris Las Vegas hotel you will find the Eiffel Tower. The most interesting thing is not only to admire this Parisian emblem, but when you buy your tickets to the Eiffel Tower in Las Vegas you can climb it.
You can ascend the 140 metres of this impressive half-scale replica in a glass lift that allows you to appreciate one of the best panoramic views of Las Vegas, or should I say of the planet? You can even see the Arc de Triomphe and other Strip landmarks. And if you want to visit at night it's a good option too, as you'll see the twinkling light show that's synchronised at 30-minute intervals.
Practical info
- Address: 3655 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Hours: Thursday to Monday from 5pm to midnight.
- Duration: 1 hour.
- Price: from €27.
5. Experience the night in Las Vegas at one of its casinos
Undoubtedly, one of the biggest attractions in Las Vegas are the casinos, and if you visit, you can't leave without visiting one of them. Whether you like gambling or not, it's a must-visit. Among the best casinos are Caesars Palace, ARIA Resort & Casino, The Venetian or the Bellagio, the latter two of which we will talk about in depth later.
You can also opt to take a tour to visit the most important hotel-casinos in Las Vegas and learn all about them and even tempt your luck by playing some slot machines, table games or betting. In addition, many of them have shows, restaurants or attractions nearby, so even if you don't gamble, fun is guaranteed!
To enjoy Sin City and all the entertainment on offer in its casinos, you can take a tour of the Las Vegas Strip, for which you can book your place with free cancellation.
Practical information
- Address: Las Vegas Strip, Nevada, USA.
- Duration: 2 to 3 hours.
- Price: from €37.
- Age limit: 21 years and over.
6. Hop-On Hop-Off Hop-On Hop-Off bus for a night tour
In Las Vegas there's a site of interest around every corner and while some try their luck trying to visit them with a GPS as a guide, it's an uphill task. A practical, cheap and safe solution is to hop on one of Sin City's best tour buses.
These types of night tours in Las Vegas are often especially fun. Along the way you'll clearly see the iconic Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign, the Mirage volcano, the Egyptian magic of the Luxor and, of course, the Stratosphere Tower in Las Vegas, another iconic Sin City tower.
A night tour of Las Vegas is the best way to see Sin City at its best. Big Buses let you hop on and off the bus unlimited times as you make your way through Las Vegas hotel-casinos such as the Bellagio, the MGM Grand and Caesar's Palace on the Strip and Fremont Street.
Practical information
- Address: You can get on at any of the stops but the starting point is 3973 Linq Lane Las Vegas, NV 89109.
- Hours: Monday to Sunday, evening hours start at 7pm.
- Duration: 2 to 3 hours.
- Price: from €45.
- Age: The night tour is suitable for those over 21 years of age.
7. Enjoy the night shows in Las Vegas
This is the entertainment capital of the world so don't miss out on Las Vegas shows, check the schedule and secure your seat. Among the most popular you'll find:
- Burlesque shows
- Comedy shows (the Tuscany Suites and Casino is one of the most popular). Here you can book your tickets for the Las Vegas Comedy Club.
- Illusion shows. David Copperfield and Mike Hammer shows are usually sold out.
- Michael Jackson tributes like the one at the Bellagio. But there are many other places that offer this show, such as the Tropicana Hotel and Casino. Book your tickets for the show.
- Cirque du Soleil shows
- Shows at Planet Hollywood.
- If you want to turn up the heat on the naughtiness, attend the Fantasy at the Luxor Hotel.
Las Vegas is the City That Never Sleeps so there are shows at all hours and at night you can catch the best ones. Visit The Axis, the Colosseum at Caesars Palace, the Bellagio Hotel, the MGM Grand Garden Arena, the Brooklyn Bowl, The Pearl, the Smith Center for the Performing Arts or the Flamingo Las Vegas and take a seat to enjoy.
If you prefer to experience the nightlife of the city we suggest you to book a pub crawl in Las Vegas with no queues and an expert who will guide you through the best nightclubs.
8. Fall in love in the Venice of Las Vegas at night
The Venetian Resort is home to one of the best casinos in Las Vegas, but what makes this hotel-casino special goes beyond that. The feeling of being in Italy captivates its visitors, it is romantic, sublime. And with gondolas being a symbol of the Ligurian Riviera, it is an unmissable activity to ride one of them when the moonlight accompanies the lovebirds.
The Venetian looks like a replica of Venice, even the waterways recreate the European experience, which is why riding the gondolas at this hotel is among the most prized Las Vegas night-time activities. Often couples in love take advantage of this space to propose, then rush to the local chapels to get married in Las Vegas. The contrast of feeling like you're in Venice even in the middle of the American desert is magical - see it!
Practical information
- Address: 3355 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109.
- Hours: Indoor rides Monday, Thursday and Sunday from 10:00 am to 11:00 pm; Friday and Saturday from 10:00 am to midnight. Outdoor r ides Monday to Sunday from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.
9. Dinner at the heights of the Canadian National Tower
The Strat Hotel offers another great view of Las Vegas, thanks in no small part to its Sky Pod. It's 3,000 metres of delirious height. This is the tallest free-standing observation tower in the United States. It's not the cheapest place but it's a landmark on the Strip, so how can you pass up this high-altitude experience?
Take the lift and from the 109th floor you'll have 360° views or, if you prefer an adrenaline rush, sign up for the Sky Jump bungee jump, everything about the Stratosphere Tower in Las Vegas is breathtaking and the restaurants are no slouch.
How about a beef tenderloin dinner at the Top of the World restaurant? Or perhaps try the extensive cocktail menu at the *Sky Lounge. The Sky signature is everywhere, as they recognise it as a seal of quality and visitors attest to it.
Practical information
- Address: 2000 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89104.
- Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 16:00 hours to 23:00 hours.
10. Admire the Bellagio Fountain by night
For one night you can feel like Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Matt Damon, Don Cheadle and company admiring this fountain as they did in Ocean's Eleven. The Bellagio Fountains are a must-see stop on a night tour of Las Vegas. Plus, it's a free, family-friendly show.
Although there are other water shows in the city's most iconic area, the Strip, the Bellagio Fountains are among the best shows in Las Vegas. It uses more than 1,200 nozzles and jet sprayers to make the water shake, swirl and dance to the music, reaching a height of up to 140 metres. It will amaze you no matter how many times you see it.
Practical information
- Address: 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89109.
- Hours: Monday to Friday, from 3pm to 8pm, every 30 minutes and from 8:01pm to midnight, every 15 minutes. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, from 12:00 to 20:00 you can watch it every 30 minutes, while from 20:00 to 24:00 it runs every 15 minutes.
11. Visit the Bellagio Conservatory and Bellagio Botanical Gardens
You're probably visiting this hotel because you wanted to try your luck at one of the best casinos in Las Vegas and admire the Bellagio fountain, but the activities are endless. The Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Garden is one of the gems of the city that deserves your attention and although you can visit throughout the day, it is at night when the light show transforms to accompany the evening. Special events and unique shows take place when night falls, so make a note to visit at night.
Interestingly, the plants and flowers in the garden rotate with the seasons. The intention of the garden's conservationists is to function organically. In addition, they offer a special Lunar New Year exhibition. Complete your visit to the Bellagio with one of the Cirque du Soleil shows in Las Vegas. Between the magic of the show and the Conservatory, you will have completed a night of luxury at a great price.
Practical information
- Address: 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89109.
- Hours: The Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens honours Sin City, it never sleeps. However, its special events are worth enjoying.
- When: First and last day of summer; during the Harvest Festival celebration; beginning and end of the December holiday season. You can put it on your list of things to do in Las Vegas at Christmas.
- During the Lunar New Year.
- Beginning and end of spring.
For additional information, see their annual calendarof dates.