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Las Vegas is a fast-paced city full of things to do. In the summer, the temptation to stay in the air-conditioned thatch of a casino— with free drinks and no outside worries— is strong. Don’t fall for it. There’s a lot to do in Vegas, even in summer.
Annoyed by the heat? Resist the overblown casino air conditioning, hydrate, and ditch the slots to see the city. With world-class shows, outdoor adventures, fun family activities, and hundreds of options for bars and restaurants to eat at, there’s no better place to cool off than Vegas. Check out the best activities in Sin City for your next summer vacation.
The Best Things to Do in Vegas
The Fountains of Bellagio
The Bellagio is one of the most iconic landmarks in Vegas. Famous for its luxurious accommodations and world-class casino, the resort’s famous dancing fountains are also a must-see on The Strip. With more than 1,200 geysers dotting the 8.5-acre lake in front of the resort, the fountain explodes every half-hour during the day and every 15 minutes till midnight. The Bellagio was also a central filming location for the classic heist movie Ocean’s Eleven, adding to its Hollywood cachet. Ocean’s Eleven’s underwater grandeur is priceless and free.
When the music starts and the Bellagio Hotel and Casino fountains start spraying into the air, all the noise and activity fade away. Lake Bellagio has over 1,000 water fountains that “dance” to the music (be it a pop, Broadway, classical, or rock music hit). The same designers created the world’s largest performing fountain, Dubai Fountain.
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Caesars Palace
Caesars Palace is one of the few old-school properties that has survived to the present day. When it comes to atmosphere, there aren’t many Las Vegas casinos that can compete with Caesars Palace. You can come here to place a few bets on the expansive casino floor, swim in the luxurious pool in the Garden of the Gods, shop at the Forum Shops, watch a concert in the Colosseum, or just roam the corridors while quoting lines from The Hangover.
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The Venetian Las Vegas
The Venetian is a resort and entertainment complex that is continuously expanding, and it features both indoor and outdoor gondolas, in addition to décor that is larger than life. Inside, a copy of St. Mark’s Square can be found, replete with costumed figures and gelato stalls set against a sky that is always bright and sunny. Revel in the opulent comfort that The Venetian has to offer, as it is home to some of the most spacious rooms on The Strip and a number of pools set inside Italian-styled gardens.
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The Peppermill
If you say you’ve been to Las Vegas but you haven’t been to Peppermill, you haven’t truly been there. The first half of the structure is occupied by a restaurant that is open around the clock. Guests are greeted with velvet booths and served hefty plates of eggs and hash browns as well as fruit platters that are piled sky-high. The second half of the venue is occupied by the Fireside Lounge, which is a magnificent throwback to the days when disco ruled the dance floor. It is drenched in blacklight and crammed with fake flora and mirrors. Arrange yourselves in a sociable circle around the fire pit, and then place your order for a plate of nachos and the renowned 64-ounce Scorpion Bowl.
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Park Theater
A-list musicians and bands who set up shop in casino showrooms for extended runs are the resident headliners who have displaced production shows as the dominant form of entertainment on The Strip as a result of shifting trends in the entertainment industry. Regulars at the Park Theater have featured the likes of Cher, Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, and Aerosmith. The arena has a total capacity of 5,200 guests, and the VIP seating comes with a specialized drink service.
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Hoover Dam
This Depression-era dam built Lake Mead. The Hoover Dam‘s 726-foot-high curving cement exterior is a spectacular sight from a guided tour, the bridge, or Lake Mead. The Colorado River dam took five years and 21,000 workers to build, and it’s worth a visit.
The best way to observe the Hoover Dam is from the Colorado River. If you need evidence, try snapping a good photo of the dam itself. Lake Mead Mohave Adventures‘ Hoover Dam Rafting Adventures tours have uncommon security permission to reach within a quarter-mile of the site. The shorter Postcard Tours whizz about on motorized rafts with up to 20 visitors and guides offering insights on the dam’s history and how it was created. Along the route, you may witness bighorn sheep, birds leaping across the water, and hot springs running into the river. The “Hoover Dam Raft Tour” includes lunch and travels to Willow Beach.
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Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
Visitors to Las Vegas are frequently taken aback when they learn that the Strip is not simply four miles of glamour that have been dropped in the middle of an empty desert. Instead, the city is surrounded by mountains and canyons that make for some fantastic trekking opportunities. Visit the Red Granite Canyon National Conservation Area, where climbers can be seen scaling world-class routes and trails leading into picturesque gullies. Climbers can be seen dotted over the rock walls. Not into hiking? You may get a taste of the park’s scenery without breaking a sweat by driving a loop that’s thirteen miles long through the park.
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The Fremont Street Experience
The historic Fremont Street casino neighborhood rebuilds itself with new attractions, live entertainment, and budget-friendly meals. Nearly everyone pauses to watch the overhanging canopy of lights and sound extravaganza. SlotZilla zipline courses speed up travel. In this pedestrian-friendly entertainment area, pick up a beer to go.
In addition to brilliant neon lights and iconic iconography (like the Vegas Vic smoking cowboy marquee), the Fremont Street Experience features popular attractions like the Slotzilla zipline and the overhead high-def Viva Vision video canopy. Get a beer at Banger Brewing, play penny slots at Binion’s, then eat at Vic & Anthony’s. The world’s largest sportsbook, Barry’s Downtown Prime restaurant, and The Legacy Club—a rooftop lounge that’s proven to be a wonderful place to impress a date in Las Vegas—are all inside Circa, the largest resort in Downtown Vegas. Fremont Street awaits. The Royal Crawl app directs users to six bars in three casinos, offering beer, wine, or cocktails at each stop. The fun here costs nothing. Hoobastank, Rick Springfield, Stone Temple Pilots, and other acts will perform at Downtown Rocks this summer.
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Mandalay Bay Beach
The best way to avoid the heat in Las Vegas is to attend a pool party, and Mandalay Bay Beach is the place to go. Not only is it suitable for people of all ages, but it also welcomes non-hotel guests who pay an admission fee. Have fun on the sandy shoreline that spans 11 acres, take a dip in the pool with the rolling waves and the lazy river, or relax in one of the upscale bungalows. You can bask in the heat of the desert all day long thanks to the beach playground’s convenient location near three bars and a restaurant.
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High Roller Observation Wheel
This is the largest observation wheel in the world, and it’s located right in the middle of everything. Enjoy unrivaled vistas of the cityscape and the desert that lies beyond the Las Vegas Strip while you take a slow-motion spin 550 feet above the Strip. A single lap takes 30 minutes. You should schedule the Happy Half Hour and enjoy an open bar on your journey if you truly want to take things to the next level.
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Lake Las Vegas
Lake Las Vegas is a sprawling complex that is located about 26 kilometers (16 miles) east of the Las Vegas Strip. It features hotels, golf courses, and restaurants that are located on the water. The water in the lake is peaceful and inviting, making it ideal for activities such as standup paddleboarding, kayaking, flyboarding, and rowing. You can see a dragon boat racing or go on a yacht trip, and then afterward you can warm up on the lawn and listen to live music from spring through October.
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“O” Theater at the Bellagio
Strongmen and acrobats and aerialists, oh my! With five resident shows performing in theaters along the Boulevard, Las Vegas has been the home of Cirque du Soleil in the United States for a very long time. O at the Bellagio is a marvelous spectacle that is based around a stage that transforms into a pool in the blink of an eye. It is stocked with astonishing acts, inventive engineering, and the company’s classic clowns. If you are looking for the most definitive display of Cirque’s charms, book O at the Bellagio.
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Neon Museum
When objects in Las Vegas become outdated, musty, or just plain unprofitable, the city has a tendency to blow them up. While most of the city’s historic architecture has been reduced to rubble over the years, a significant number of the city’s distinctive neon signs have been rescued from the same fate and preserved in the city’s renowned Neon Museum. You can roam amid the relics while listening to stories of eccentric billionaires, long-gone landmarks, and the individuals that contributed to making Vegas what it is today by booking a tour.
The Neon Museum began as a “neon boneyard” where neon signs from demolished or restored casinos were preserved. About 120 YESCO signs from the 1950s-1980s are in the museum’s “boneyard.” A guided tour can teach visitors about the history of sign design and technology. As a visitor center, the museum houses the relocated lobby of an old motel, La Concha. If you’re tired of casinos and bars, visit this place.
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