If you are traveling to Vegas soon, you will be spoiled by the choices and array of activities that you can indulge in. In the last year, a lot has changed in the travel and hospitality industry. The good news is that Vegas is still the fun destination it has always been. So if you are looking for things to do during your travels, here are 5 things to do in Vegas:
Do Nothing All Day
You’ve done your best to endure one of the most challenging times in our history. As such, you’ve earned a break. If you have traveled to Vegas, you’ve earned every right to relax and do nothing, so why don’t you? Consider reserving a day bed or a cabana by the poolside and relax the day away with bottle service.
The nightclubs in Vegas simply aren’t what they used to be with the pandemic still a threat. Some nightclubs across the city remain closed although there are a few operational ones. This doesn’t mean that you have to miss out on the party atmosphere though. There are plenty of pool parties all over the city’s casino resorts. Just make sure that you call ahead of time to book your spot by the pool.
Visit the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas†Sign
If you are ever in Vegas, you cannot count your trip complete without stopping by the “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas†sign. Unlike most of the other activities and sights that you will visit in Vegas, the “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas†sign is located right at the heart of all the action. The “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas†sign is situated right at the beginning of on the Vegas Strip, which is the perfect place to start if you are visiting Vegas for the first time.
Not only is the “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas†sign a great spot to capture your memories in Sin City, but the sign also has a long history that is no doubt linked to Vegas’ success over the years. According to Vegas for all, the iconic Vegas sign is so important to the city that it was added to the state’s register of historic places in 2013.
The “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas†sign was erected in 1959 after Betty Willis gifted it to the city. If you want to visit the sign, there are several ways to do so with the most popular option being to access it via your vehicle. If you get to the sign by car, you can access the sign through the parking area located to the south of Las Vegas Boulevard.
If you would much rather walk, the sign is located less than 1-mile south of Mandalay Bay. If you’ve chosen a casino resort on the Strip for your stay, getting to the sign is a lot easier than imagined. You can take a monorail or a free tram but you will have to walk the remainder of the route to get to the sign.
Try a Walking Food Tour in Vegas
If you are interested in having a culinary experience, there is nowhere better to do it than Vegas. When you take a food tour in Vegas, you can expect to try an array of new cuisines, while creating memories that will last you a lifetime. Las Vegas is an incredibly unique destination for food lovers and a food tour is easily the best way to sample a little of everything.
Over the years, the dining scene in Vegas has evolved dramatically from steakhouses and buffet joints that were originally engineered to cater to low-budget vacationers to developing one of the most sophisticated dining scenes in the country. Today, Vegas is home to some of the most popular celebrity chefs including the likes of Gordon Ramsey, just to name a few.
Some of the biggest and most revered master sommeliers also call Vegas home. If you want some of the rarest ingredients that money can buy, you are more likely to get your money’s worth in Vegas. Some of the city’s high-end restaurants import rare chunks of beef from Hokkaido to the most expensive seafood from China. For a one-of-a-kind culinary experience, you have to try at least one Vegas food tour.
Explore the Pioneer Trail
The best way to learn about Vegas’ long and illustrious history is by exploring the Pioneer trail. It is one thing to go sightseeing or visit a few museums during your Vegas vacation. Sightseeing is great, but it only gives you glimpses of a city. To truly learn about a destination that you are visiting, you have to learn its history.
Exploring the Pioneer trail is easily one of the most straightforward ways to truly immerse yourself in Vegas history. Pioneer trail will allow you to explore the city’s history without having to bump into throngs and throngs of crowds. In this current health climate, you need all the social distancing you can maintain.
Unlike most tours, the Pioneer trail has been designed to engage your mind. The trail consists of an interactive map that will guide you through various historical sites that are usually ignored by travelers such as the former home of casino magnate Benny Binion or the weird museum situated at the Old Mormon Fort.
Try Sports Betting
Everyone should try sports betting at least once- especially if they are visiting Vegas in the summer. Vegas is not only the gambling hub of the country, but it also has some of the biggest names in sports betting here, including the likes of DraftKings and FanDuel. These sportsbook operators in Vegas have worked hard to establish world-class lounges for sports and betting fans.
These lounges come outfitted with ultra HD screens that allow you to have the ultimate game viewing experience. If you feel like indulging yourself, there is even a fully stocked bar, as well as an array of on-site restaurants that you can choose from. Should you prefer to gamble online, there is also that alternative. There are plenty of sports betting apps that you can choose from if you would prefer to gamble online.
These sportsbooks also have other forms of entertainment to keep you occupied during your visit. Some have pool tables, roulette, and even video poker if you are craving a different kind of action.
Final Thoughts
The Vegas experience still remained unmatched. These activities that we’ve suggested above will make sure that you have an unforgettable Vegas experience!
Feature photo by Cameron Rainey
