Obviously when it comes to Vegas, the City of Sin, the thing we would recommend that you do more than any other is play blackjack on one of the many tables. There are countless variants and versions of this game and although Vegas blackjack in 2015 is nothing like it was in previous years, with many casinos lessening the payouts and increasing the house edge, it is still one of the best cities to play this great game.
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There is so much more to Vegas though and in this article we’ll point out the best things to do in the Gambling Capital of the World.
Drive a Dream Car
Las Vegas is all about excess. It is about big money, big gambles and flash cars. To get your kicks on the road then head for Exotics Racing. This is an experience provider that currently stands as one of the most popular attractions in the city. Visitors pay a small fee and can choose from an array of sports cars, before taking one or more of them for a spin around the track. There will be an instructor in the car with you and there are a number of options and packages to choose from. The cheapest of these costs around $100, which means that aspiring racers of all budgets can get involved.
See the Culture
As with any popular tourist city, there is no shortage of museums in Las Vegas. One of the best of these, and one of the most unique, is the Mob Museum. They say that Las Vegas was built by the mob, and this is no lie. You can see how much the mafia have influenced the City of Sin in this museum, with a range of exhibits that look at Vegas’s past and present. Other museums worth a visit include the Neon Museum, the Titanic Museum and the Pinball Hall of Fame, where the kids in all of us are free to get excited.
See the Venetian
Whether you think it is tacky, beautiful or a mixture of the two, you can’t argue that the Venetian Hotel is a grand building and one that has literally pushed the boat out. The inside of this hotel has recreated the city of Venice, which means you can hop on a gondola and be taken past some beautiful sights and under some authentic bridges. There are also plenty of shops and other things to experience inside the hotel, and you don’t need to be a gambler in the casino or a guest at the hotel in order to experience all of it.
The Best Circus in Town
The Cirque de Soleil has a permanent home in Las Vegas, which will excite all fans of this mesmerizing show. The Cirque de Soleil performs all over the world, so be sure to drop in if you’re in town. This is a very popular show and you may find that it sells-out on a regular basis, so be sure to book yourself some tickets in advance, particularly if you want the best seat in the house.
Take a Tour
The best way to see any city is to hop on a bus-top tour, and this is especially true in Vegas. There are many such tours available throughout the city and if a bus-top tour is not your thing, then book a limo instead. This may be a cliched way to enjoy the city, but it is cliched for a reason. In fact, with the added luxury that a limo offers, including limos that offer extensive mini bars and even hot tubs, it is the perfect way to see and experience the Strip. If you want a truly unique experience, a way to see the city that is definitely not cliched and will make you feel like a film star for a day, then take a helicopter tour. These are a little more expensive, as you would expect, but if you want to see all of Vegas in thirty minutes or so, then you can’t get anything better. There are a number of tour operators who run such services, and as the competition is fairly high amongst them, the prices aren’t as steep as you might expect them to be.
Madame Tussauds
There are Madake Tussauds all over the world, and these are typically very difficult to get into. During prime season in London, for instance, you may have to queue for several hours to get access, and you’ll be following a procession of people around the building when you eventually do. Things are a little more relaxed in the Las Vegas Madame Tussauds, but it is still an attraction that lures hordes of tourists in.
Grab a Bite to Eat
America is a cultural melting pot, and nowhere is that more evident than in densely populated tourist-rich cities such as Las Vegas. Here you can find all types of cuisine, from food trucks and concession stands offering the best in American, German and Turkish foods, to fine dining restaurants serving everything from French or Mexican. Do your research in advance, but don’t restrict yourself only to a handful of highly rated eateries. Get out there and explore the flavors of Las Vegas for yourself. Grab an All-American breakfast at a diner, pickup an authentic Tex-Mex burrito for lunch and drop-in at a fine-dining European style restaurant when the buzz of the day is dying down.
Get a Shot of Adrenaline
Adrenaline junkies will get a kick out of the white water rafter and tubing, as well as some rafting expeditions. These are run by experienced companies who have been doing this for many years and can ensure you are safe throughout. There is also a speedway, where you can watch some high powered cars race by. If you prefer something a little more natural, you can rent a bike and go on an energetic bike tour.