A One-Day Itinerary on a Shoestring Budget in Las Vegas

  • 9:00 AM: The Strip
    10 minutes (1.5 miles) from Downtown Las Vegas

    Start your day at the most popular attraction in Las Vegas, The Strip. It's a four-mile-long stretch of resorts, casinos, shops, and tourist attractions such as the Bellagio fountain show, the Mirage volcano, and the High Roller Observation Wheel.

  • 11:00 AM: The Mob Museum
    10 minutes (1 mile) from The Strip

    The Mob Museum is a history museum located in Downtown Las Vegas that explores the impact of organized crime on the United States. Exhibits include artifacts, a courtroom, and interactive displays. Takes about 2 hours to explore.

  • 2:00 PM: Container Park
    15 minutes (5 miles) from The Mob Museum

    This open-air shopping center is made entirely of stacked shipping crates. Container Park offers various shops, restaurants, and free music concerts. Don't miss the giant praying mantis sculpture that blasts flames from its antennae.

  • 4:00 PM: Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign
    15 minutes (3.5 miles) from Container Park

    The Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign is an iconic symbol of the city located at the south end of the Las Vegas Strip. It's a perfect spot for taking selfies or group pictures.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • The Strip (2 hours, free)
  • The Mob Museum (2 hours, $29.95 for general admission)
  • Container Park (2 hours, free)
  • Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign (30 minutes, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $29.95

Transportation

Most Vegas hotels and casinos have free parking garages. However, many of the best attractions are within walking distance of one another, so it's easy to explore the city on foot. If you plan on taking a taxi, consider ride-sharing apps like Uber or Lyft. A single ride with a taxi costs around $20-$30, while ride-sharing apps usually cost much less.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Neon Museum, a museum dedicated to Las Vegas' colorful past. It's a 20-minute ride from the city center, and tickets cost $22 for general admission. For those with less time, you can slot in a visit to the Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Garden, a free attraction located at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino.

Airports

Las Vegas has two airports; McCarran International Airport (LAS) is the main airport and is located two miles from the city center. The other airport is Henderson Executive Airport (HSH), which is smaller and mainly used for private planes.

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