5 Fun Things you Can Do While You’re In Vegas

There are plenty of fun things to do in Vegas. Some are free while some you might have to pay a bit however, Here is a mix of some of the best 5 things we recommend that you just might want to try while on your Vegas visit.

No doubt you know that while you’re in Las Vegas, there are plenty of things you can do besides gambling. People come here for the nightclubs, shows, casinos and so much more. The COVID might have dampened the party spirit, but things are sure to get better. And, you don’t need to stay stuck at home as there is a wide variety of things while you are here.

If you are planning a trip to Las Vegas on vacation or you are here for work, you can choose activities that can easily fit into your schedule and budget. Here are some of the best things you can do while you’re visiting Las Vegas:

1. Grand Canyon Tours From Las Vegas

Now, don’t be surprised by it. By far, one of the most popular activities guests can do while visiting is taking a Grand Canyon Tour from Vegas. The Grand Canyon West Rim is just 2.5 hours by Bus or SUV and even less time if by helicopter. So if you’re are short on time you can enjoy a wonderful visit to the canyon with many activities to enjoy. A great place and fun for children.

Depending on how much time you have on hand and what you wish to do, you can choose from a vast selection of the best Grand Canyon Tour. Here are some popular tours you can book:

• Grand Canyon Bus Tours – Bus tours are one of the most economical options when it comes to booking your  Grand Canyon tours from Vegas. They are affordable, comfortable and you will get to see some stunning sites on the way to Grand Canyon including the famous Hoover Dam. You can visit the South and the West Rim of the Grand Canyon from Vegas. The West Rim is approximately 2 and 1/2 hours away and the South Rim is 4/5 Hours from Las Vegas.
• Grand Canyon Small Group Tour – If you love small-group excursions and want to avoid larger crowds, you can choose a more personalized small-group tour. With this option, you will be traveling in our very popular Pink Jeep Trekkers and Hummer H2’s. As well as vehicles like SUVs and Mercedes Trekkers. You will be traveling in comfort in these luxury vehicles. No more than 14 people will travel in a vehicle in small group tours with captain seats and armrests.
• Helicopter tours – You can choose an exciting Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour from Las Vegas and you will be picked up from your hotel and shuttled to the VIP helicopter terminal to experience a thrilling flight over  Lake Las Vegas, Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, and Fortification Hill, along with various other breathtaking views from the top. You can choose from helicopter tour providers such as Maverick,  or 5 Star Helicopters.

These are some of the most popular Las Vegas tours that you can book and enjoy your time in Las Vegas as well as many things you can do on your own. There are many day trips that start in the morning and you will be back at your hotel at the end of the day. Tours run anywhere from 20 minutes, up to 12 hours.

2. Las Vegas Strip Evening Helicopter Tour

While you are in Las Vegas, you must experience a Vegas Nights Aerial Helicopter Tour and enjoy the neon views from the air. The evening lights of the Las Vegas Strip will surely lift your spirits up. Vegas is known as the “City of Lights” for this reason. This is something you can do while you are in the city.

Vegas Nights is one of the most popular helicopter tours that will take you over the mega-resorts of the Las Vegas Strip from the New York-New York skyline to the Bellagio fountains. And, you will also get to enjoy the stunning beauty of Downtown Las Vegas’ historic Fremont Street. Which is the home to the city’s first casinos.

On this tour, you can expect some luxuries like Champagne toast. This is a perfect way to enjoy the amazing city skyline with friends and have an exciting time.

Also Read: Here’s all you need to know while planning a trip to the Hoover Dam!

3. The Fountains of Bellagio

Vegas comes alive at night and that is when you can enjoy the stunning views of  “The Fountains of Bellagio”. It is also known as the dancing waters and you may have seen it in numerous Hollywood movies. Each time you go there, it never fails to impress people. The fountain is known for its dancing patterns formed by the water. The original Dancing Waters was presented at the New York Worlds Fair in 1964. It was a smaller show with colored lights and water that had many different formations and was manually performed with 300 buttons, switches, and hand rheostats. The original show also performed at Wisconsin Dells, Disney Land Hotel ( Anaheim), Fort Meyers Florida as well as the Desert Inn Hotel Las Vegas. It was shown for the last time in the Crystal Showroom of the Desert Inn in 1985. It was also a very popular part of the Liberace Shows.

If you need more technical details, there are 1200 geysers installed in the 8 and a half acres of the lake in front of the Bellagio. When the music is on and the show starts, the fountains erupt into waltzing waters. Shows are performed every day in the afternoons as well as in the evenings. The nighttime is the best as the lights make the performance even more dramatic.

4. The Venetian Las Vegas

This is one of the most popular theme resorts in Las Vegas and is known as the Italianate Venetian. It is a huge resort with a large entertainment complex. It has amazing indoor and outdoor gondolas and grand decors all over. Inside the resort, you will find a replica of St. Mark’s Square complete with costumed characters and gelato stands. Lastly, The Venetian offers the largest suites on The Strip with multiple pools in Italian-inspired gardens. There is also a good food court if you’re on a budget.

5. Walking Food Tour in Las Vegas

Yes, you heard it right. It is the walking food tour of the most popular Las Vegas restaurants and at multiple locations. You can take this Foodie Tours where you will be visiting the top restaurants. You will get the chance to sample some signature dishes and drinks from different restaurants. You don’t have to wait to be served. Just get in, taste the food and drinks and enjoy the time. If you have time to kill and you are a foodie, then the walking food tour will be perfect for you.

The Bottom-line

When you are in Vegas, you have plenty of options to choose from for entertainment. From Grand Canyon tours to aerial turs at night to the Bellagio Dancing Waters, you can choose the options to explore the City of Lights. You will never get bored here as you have a never-ending list of things to do.

Vegas Tours offers the best Grand Canyon tours from Las Vegas. You can book online and get confirmed reservations. From bus tours to small group tours and more, we have the best tour options for you. We offer affordable and entertaining Grand Canyon tours. Call us at 1-866-218-6877 or email us at info@vegastours.com for more information.