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10+ Things to Do in Las Vegas for Families

When you think of family-friendly destinations, Las Vegas may not be at the top of your list. In fact, it may not even make your top ten, but you'd be surprised by all the attractions the so-called “Sin City” has to offer families with kids. Contrary to popular belief, you can (and should!) enjoy a vacation in Las Vegas with your family, there are lots of ways to experience the city that don't involve casinos and night clubs. The devilishly delicious buffets will be the only “sinful” thing you do! If you're looking to save on admission to top Las Vegas attractions and tours, pick up a Las Vegas Explorer Pass® for your choice from 10+ of the best area attractions for one low price. Save up to 55% on combined admission prices vs paying at the gate!

Madame Tussauds Las Vegas

Madame Tussauds wax museums are enjoyable for visitors of all ages. In the Vegas location you’ll find lifelike wax creations in eight themed rooms (music, sports, Club Tussauds, Viva Las Vegas, Marvel Superheroes, and more) that are recognizable to kids, like Shaq and Britney Spears, as well as celebrities even grandparents will recognize (be on the lookout for Elvis). Take some photos of your kids with their favorite stars— they’ll love showing them off to all of their friends when you get back home. Visitors are encouraged to be creative with their poses and are allowed to get up close and even touch the figures.

Stratosphere Tower

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Stratosphere Tower

The Stratosphere Tower is the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States and the tallest building west of the Mississippi. For kids, looking out from the 869-foot observation deck is plenty of amusement. For adults, the 360-degree panoramic views from the Stratosphere are truly incomparable. If anyone in your family is looking for more excitement, get them in line for one of the 3 thrill rides housed in the tower—The Big Shot, X Scream, and Insanity.

World Class Circus Acts at Circus Circus

Although Circus Circus is a hotel/casino by night, in the day it is home to the world’s largest permanent circus. The incredible acts you’ll see at this Cirque de Soleil-style family attraction include jugglers, unicyclists, trapeze artists, acrobats, contortionists, and more. Each act lasts about 10 minutes and they take place every half hour (on most days) starting at 11 a.m. Best of all, watching a show is absolutely free.

Springs Preserve

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Springs Preserve

This 180-acre cultural institution is only 3 miles from The Strip, but you’d never know it. The Preserve— designed and dedicated to honor Las Vegas’ lively history and pave the way for a sustainable future—features museums, galleries, outdoor concerts, bright botanical gardens, and a comprehensive trail system that runs through a scenic wetland habitat. Plus, the Preserve offers several programs tailored just for kids, like “Children’s Playground,” an interactive desert canyon-themed play area and “Nature Exchange,” which encourages kids with archaeological interests to collect shells, rocks, bark, pine cones, and more.

Fast Lap Indoor Kart Racing

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Fast Lap Indoor Kart Racing

If you’re vacationing with kids that are over five feet tall, take them to Fast Lap’s indoor tracks for a racing adventure that emulates the experience of professional racers. Each kart at Fast Lap Indoor Kart Racing is equipped with Honda 200cc engines which reach speeds of up to 50 mph! The tracks were specially designed by two former IKF Racers, and Fast Lap prides itself on thoroughly maintaining them. Indoor karting may be the most fast, fun, and safe Vegas attraction for families.

The AdventuredomeTM

Everyone in the family is going to have a blast at America’s largest indoor theme park. Adventuredome is five acres of thrill rides and attractions enclosed under a glass dome. If you plan on riding more than one attraction, purchase the all-day ride pass for the best deal.

Bellagio Fountains

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Bellagio Fountains

Stop by the Bellagio Hotel and Casino to see the famous Bellagio Fountains. Kids of all ages love to watch these dancing fountains as they move to a choreographed routine set to different musical tracks. Check this show out at night, as it is more exciting to see when lit up. After you're done checking out the fountain show, step into the Bellagio and head to their art gallery, which is considered one of the best in the city. It's where your favorite art goes on vacation.

Discovery Children’s Museum

Discover something new at the Discovery Children’s Museum, where families can explore various hands-on exhibits. This museum is home to both permanent and visiting exhibits, all of which are unique and exciting for kids of all ages.

Las Vegas Natural History Museum

Get an up close look at Nevada’s wildlife, including animated dinosaurs at the Las Vegas Natural History Museum, fondly known by the local kiddos as "the dinosaur museum". Families with smaller children will have a blast in the children’s learning room, featuring a hands-on experience with the area’s natural history.

M&M’s® World

Discover four stories of chocolatey goodness right on the Las Vegas Strip at M&M’s World. This fun store features everything we all know and love about these candy covered pieces of chocolate, including T-shirts, caps, lithographs, candy machines, and so much more. Don't forget to go up to the fourth floor and watch the action-adventure film starring the M&Ms and get your own container filled with personalized candies.

Pinball Hall of Fame

Parents will have a blast introducing their kids to the games they used to play back when they were young while visiting the Pinball Hall of Fame, "a place to play pinball the way pinball was meant to be played!" featuring over 200 games. Adults will have fun reliving their childhood, while the kids will have fun testing out games they probably never knew existed. Even if you aren't a pinball wizard, the Pinball Hall of Fame is a worthwhile stop for anyone visting Vegas.

Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Exhibit

Get up close with some of the world’s most exotic animals at Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat. This impressive habitat is located at The Mirage Hotel and Casino. Animals residing at this exhibit include white tigers, white lions, leopards and bottlenose dolphins. After exploring the secret garden take time to kick back and wait for the volcano at The Mirage to blow.

Toy Shack

If you find yourself enjoying the Fremont Street Experience while in Las Vegas, make time to wander through The Toy Shack. This store specializes in vintage toys from the 80’s and is the perfect opportunity to share with your kids the toys you used to play with at their age. You'll be hit with a wave of nostalgia and may just find yourself on eBay after visiting this unique shop.

Planet Hollywood

Grab a meal at Planet Hollywood for classic, American fare and a very family-friendly atmosphere. The kids will be entertained by the Hollywood-focused surroundings and movie memorabilia.

High Roller

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High Roller

Take a spin on the world’s tallest observation wheel, for 30 minutes of unbeatable, 360-degree views of the Las Vegas Strip, Downtown, and beyond. The High Roller will take you to the top of sin city and once you've ridden the wheel you can check out everything that the strip offers.

So Remember...

You can save up to 55% on many of your attraction visits with a Las Vegas Explorer Pass, so pick one up today!

Katie Sagal
Go City Travel Expert

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Win a 2 Night Stay at Luxor and VIP Tickets to America’s Got Talent Live this Black Friday

Our Black Friday Giveaway has now ended. WIN a two night stay at Luxor and VIP Experience tickets to America’s Got Talent Las Vegas Live Stay in style at Las Vegas icon and architectural wonder, the Luxor hotel. Travel back in time as you enter the intriguing black pyramid of one of the Strip’s most well-known themed hotels. Enjoy the modern minimalism of your deluxe room, check out a classic Vegas casino, visit the full-service spa and go for a dip in any of the four swimming pools. You’ll also get $50 food and drink credit to use during your stay. Choose from an exciting line-up of drinking and dining options – from the Pyramid Café to the LAX night club, you can have anything from Mexican food to Deli style and more. If all that’s not enough to keep you busy, we’ve got your entertainment sorted too. You’ll also win VIP experience tickets to America’s Got Talent, Live. The must-see variety show celebrates all things talent – think comedy, music, danger, dance and everything in between. Get transported back to Ancient Egypt among great Sphinxes and Pharaohs and see some of America’s best talent while you’re there! How to enter For a chance to win this incredible prize, all you have to do is purchase any of our Las Vegas passes between 9AM Tuesday 22 November 2022 and 11:59PM Tuesday 29 November 2022. Once you’ve purchased, you’ll be automatically entered into the giveaway. Easy! If you’re the lucky winner, we’ll contact you by email by December 15, 2022, so look out for us in your inbox. Click here to view giveaway terms and conditions
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Las Vegas in June

Things are heating up in Sin City! June is a busy month in Vegas, as the last of the spring clouds are gone, the sun comes out in all its glory and party goers flock to the strip in search of fun and festivities. Most of the excitement is now happening indoors away from the heat, but for those who seek the sun there’s still plenty going on outside – and the pool parties never stop, of course! Hotel prices are at a premium now, especially around the Juneteenth commemorations, but there are some good deals to be had if you come mid-week, or book ahead. Visiting Las Vegas in June Average temperature: 99oF • Average rainfall: 0 days/mth • Average Sunshine: 14.5 hours/day You won’t need many layers in June, as the mercury will hit the 80’s most days and will probably nudge over 100 on some too. It doesn’t cool down much overnight, either – the average low is a very mild 75, so you can look forward to some lovely warm evenings. Plan to be indoors in the air conditioning during the day, and if you are going out wear sunscreen and a hat. There’s almost no rain in June, although the wind does pick up to a breezy 10 miles per hour, so if you’re heading out of the city make sure you have sunglasses to protect your eyes from flying dust. Remember to keep hydrated, and you’ll be fit to keep partying for as long as the sun is up – or down! What’s on in Vegas in June? Juneteenth Juneteenth is an annual commemoration of the official abolition of slavery in the US, which was declared on June nineteenth in 1865. The day itself is marked with special religious services, speeches and family gatherings, and in Vegas is usually accompanied by a festival that takes place on the weekend closest to the day. This uplifting and inspiring holiday is a showcase of the city’s African-American heritage, particularly in the entertainment industry, so expect music, art and plenty of dancing. Sports Most outdoor sporting events wrap up in June, but sports fans can still find some indoor events if they need a break from the gambling and partying. The local WNBA team, the Las Vegas Aces, plays at the Mandalay Bay Michelob ULTRA Arena, where there’s also some quirky silver art in the lobby that’s worth checking out. Or if you want to keep up with all the sporting action around the country, head to the massive pool complex at Circa’s Stadium Swim, where you can catch all the action on a massive 40-foot-tall LED screen while you’re keeping cool in the pool or sipping cocktails on a comfy sunbed. Where to cool off? When you need a break from the heat of the strip, duck into a casino and enjoy a moment in air-conditioned splendor. You don’t have to be a gambler to appreciate all they have to offer (although if you do fancy a flutter you’ll be spoilt for choice!). Caesar’s Palace is famous for its round lobby with classical marble pillars and renaissance-themed frescoes, the MGM grand has a games and billiards arcade, the Cosmopolitan has a bar famous for its edible cocktails, and Circus Circus has its own family-friendly indoor amusement park, complete with roller coasters, bumper cars and acrobats. For a refreshing twist on things, have a wander through the indoor botanical garden at the Bellagio – stopping on the way to check out their world-recording-holding chocolate fountain, of course. Muse in a museum Despite its reputation for drunkenness and debauchery, there’s quite a bit of culture to be counted up in Vegas. There are several museums, all air-conditioned and ranging in themes from the very traditional Natural History Museum to the surprisingly educational Erotic History Museum. In between there’s a Madame Tussauds, a Mob Museum (where you can explore the history of organized crime and try your own cocktail in an underground speakeasy) and an Illuminarium, which is a 4K, 360o immersive cinematic experience that takes you past the moon and into the far reaches of the galaxy. If that doesn’t cool you off, you might need to try more extreme measures – jumping off the STRAT, perhaps? Party by the Pool A summer trip to Vegas wouldn’t be complete without visiting at least one luxury resort complex and spending a day at the pool. There are plenty to choose from, although keep in mind that some of them charge a fee for non-guests and you’ll probably have to book. Mandalay Beach does a good job of imitating an actual tropical beach, but if you prefer to know you’re in a city then perhaps try the Boulevard Pool at the Cosmopolitan, which overlooks the strip. Others to look out for include the Golden Nugget’s Shark Tank, the uber-luxurious eight-pool complex at the Venetian, or the Mount Olympus-inspired Garden of the Gods at Caesar’s Palace. Keep an ear out for hotels hosting pool parties (which is basically a club, but you can wear your swimsuit) or if you can’t decide, jump on a Rock Star Pool Party Tour and let someone else chauffeur you around from party to party like a proper celeb. Emerge in the evenings When the sun goes down you can finally step outside and breathe in a bit of warm summer air. Stroll down the strip, and maybe try an evening tour from the top deck of a Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour – be sure to jump out at the ‘Fabulous Las Vegas’ sign now it’s all lit up, and retrace your steps to the Bellagio Hotel to see the water fountains, which will also now be brightly illuminated. If you’re in the mood for views you can look down on it all from the Eiffel Tower Experience, the Fly LINQ Zipline or even from a helicopter, or you can go for full escapism with a show like Cirque du Soleil’s KA or the Blue Man Group’s bright fusion of color and sound. On the other hand, if you want to keep up the heat, head to Senor Frogs for a sizzling fiesta of Mexican food, drinks and party vibes. Keep things cool with Go City In Vegas, it’s never too hot to have a good time! Be sure to get your Go City All-Inclusive or Explorer Pass, and you’ll get cool savings on all the best attractions in town!
Karleen Stevens

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