Heading to Las Vegas for your next vacation? The city has so much to offer in the way of entertainment that before you go, you''ll want to study up on all the great things to do in Las Vegas.
Las Vegas is more than just gambling and free drinks. With numerous hotels boasting cheap buffets, entertaining live shows, hip clubs, and even a monorail to take you from event to event, the myriad of entertainment options is overwhelming. Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, the lights are on and the party''s just getting started.
With so many options, where should you start? Here are some of the popular attractions for visitors to Las Vegas:
Shows and Attractions: From lounge acts to concerts, catching a show in Las Vegas is a must. Some of the hottest stars, such as Celine Dion and Elton John, grace the stages. Consider seeing a magic show, a ballet, the opera, a rodeo or live showgirls some time during your stay. You should plan to take in the free outdoor attractions, such as the volcano eruption at the Mirage or the Bellagio''s dancing waters. Strolling along the canal in the Venetian is also free.
Buffets: Inexpensive buffets abound in Las Vegas. For some of the best rated buffets, check out Le Village Buffet at Paris Las Vegas, Spice Market Buffet at Aladdin or the French Market Buffet at the Orleans. Lots of Las Vegas hotels host weekend champagne brunches. Although they cost more, they include all the champagne you can drink. For even more fun, some Las Vegas hotels have themed buffets that highlight different cuisines, such as seafood buffets, Italian buffets and Greek spreads.
Gambling: Although the odds are stacked against you, you can always have fun and play for the jackpot. Who knows, you could walk away a winner! Stick to a set amount that you are willing to lose, and go for it. Just the dreaming (and the free drinks while you play) will have you buzzing all night.
Night Clubs: Las Vegas is famous for its night life. Dance and drink the night away at one of the many themed nightclubs found throughout Las Vegas.
After some late night shows, heavy eating, and long walks between events, getting around can become exhausting (especially in the sweltering summer heat!). Although the resorts seem to be close together, they''re actually quite far apart. Save your energy for the gambling, clubs and shows and have some fun by riding the newest addition to the skyline, the Las Vegas Monorail. You can cover the four-mile route in less than fifteen minutes for a mere $3.00.