3-Day Las Vegas Itinerary

  1. Day 1: The Strip
    10 minutes (3 miles) from McCarran International Airport

    Start your trip with a walk on The Strip. Check out the iconic Welcome to Las Vegas sign for a photo opportunity. Next, head over to the Bellagio Hotel and Casino to see their world-famous water show. End the day by watching a performance by Cirque du Soleil at the MGM Grand.

  2. Day 2: Downtown Las Vegas
    15 minutes (4.5 miles) from The Strip

    Visit the bustling Fremont Street Experience and enjoy live music, street performers, and the Viva Vision light show. Stop by the Mob Museum to learn about the history of organized crime in Las Vegas. End the day by doing some shopping at the Downtown Container Park, which features unique boutiques and restaurants in re-purposed shipping containers.

  3. Day 3: Outdoor Adventures
    30 minutes (20 miles) from The Strip

    Escape the city and head to Red Rock Canyon for some hiking and rock climbing. Alternatively, head to Lake Mead National Recreation Area for a day of water sports such as paddleboarding and kayaking. End the day by taking in a scenic helicopter tour of the Las Vegas Strip.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Welcome to Las Vegas Sign (15 minutes, free)
  • Bellagio Fountains (15 minutes, free)
  • Cirque du Soleil Show (90 minutes, $99+)
  • Fremont Street Experience (2 hours, free)
  • Mob Museum (2 hours, $29.95)
  • Downtown Container Park (2 hours, cost varies)
  • Red Rock Canyon (4 hours, $15 per vehicle)
  • Lake Mead National Recreation Area (4 hours, $25+)
  • Helicopter Tour (1 hour, $124+)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $500+

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting one of the many incredible shows Las Vegas has to offer, such as Cirque du Soleil's O or David Copperfield's Magic Show. For a unique dining experience, try the rotating Top of the World Restaurant at the Stratosphere Tower. If you have less time, shorten your itinerary by skipping a destination or combining multiple stops on each day.

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