Top 10 Vegas Attractions
10) Bellagio Fountain Show – While the thought of watching giant blasts of water from the big lake in front of Bellagio timed to music doesn’t sound like something you should go out of your way to see, it is. Nighttime is best, when the lights add a touch of magic. Plus, it’s free! At Bellagio, with shows every 15-30 minutes depending upon the day of the week. Call (702) 734-0410.
9) Clark County Heritage Museum – OK, so it isn’t a roller coaster or motion simulator ride, but anyone with even the slightest interest in the past will be charmed by this museum that mixes Wild West and uniquely Vegas history. Located at 1830 S. Boulder Hwy. in Henderson (about 20 minutes from The Strip). Call (702) 455-7955.
8) Fremont Street Experience – A domed canopy over the pedestrian walkway on Fremont Street comes to brilliant life at night with dazzling light shows timed to various musical numbers. Downtown Las Vegas. Shows every hour on the hour after dusk until midnight.
7) Liberace Museum – Whether you’re a fan of the man or of the grand silliness that he embodied, this “museum”, filled with rhinestone-covered everything, is a hoot. Located at 1775 East Tropicana, Las Vegas. Call (702) 798-5595.
6) Neon Museum – One of the most important historical projects in the nation (in my humble opinion) has rescued and restored old Vegas neon signs and put them on display. This part of the town’s past has all but disappeared and you should take a minute to go appreciate it. Downtown Las Vegas on Fremont Street.
5) Speedworld at Sahara – I get sick on these motion simulator rides, but this one, featuring three-fourth replicas of NASCAR racers that you pilot through virtual racetracks or city streets, was the most fun I had before I had to run to the bathroom. At the Sahara Hotel & Casino. Call (702) 737-2750.
4) Caesars Magical Empire – This terrific attraction mixes magic shows with funky attractions like Invisibella, the ghostly player piano and even dinner. It’s a full night of fun, but if you want to catch it, go soon because Caesars is planning on closing it sometime in 2001. At Caesars Palace. Call (800) 445-4544.
3) Treasure Island Pirate Battle – The epitome of “Only in Vegas” features a live-action stunt show depicting the battle between a pirate ship and a British war vessel. It’s big, loud, silly entertainment that shouldn’t be missed. At Treasure Island. Shows every 90 minutes from 4:30 to 10 p.m.
2) Dolphin Habitat – The least “Vegas-y” thing to do in Vegas is to spend some time watching, and even playing with, these remarkable animals. Get away from the noise and craziness for a while and you’ll find yourself walking back to the casino with a big, stupid grin on your face. At The Mirage. Call (702) 791-7111.
1) Casino Legends Hall of Fame – This fascinating display of Vegas history features pictures, memorabilia, souvenirs and much more from all the things that made the town what it is, including long-lost hotels, showgirls, entertainers and the people who made it all happen. If you love Las Vegas for what it is today, you really should take some time to see what it was like “yesterday.” At The Tropicana. Call (702) 739-5444.
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