Las Vegas Things to Do

Though not regularly considered a place to frolic in winterland wonders, Las Vegas is not one to miss out on the opportunity to entertain its guests. And if you think about it, what could be more dramatic than ice skating in a sand desert? The ice crunching beneath you, the wind in your face and the twinkling of the Strip off in the distance – impressive, no?

The most comprehensive and affordable way to get the absolute most out of your adventure in action-packed Las Vegas is with the Las Vegas Power Pass. Once you are armed with the power pass you will have free entry to the most show-stopping tours and attractions the city of lights has to offer. In fact, the power pass gives you so many great options that your most difficult task will be deciding where to start!

If you find yourself in Las Vegas and indulging in some of its pleasantries, you might not stop to think about its sordid past. But if you stop for a moment and catch yourself thinking about the history of these gilded walls, you might inadvertently stumble into one of the highlights of any trip to Vegas: a trip down memory lane. And while the rumors of Las Vegas’ early mob roots are many, the true stories therein are much darker and more impressive than even Hollywood can do justice to. Find out how the darker side of America built this city of sin at the new Mob Museum in the heart of Las Vegas.

Known widely as one of the most beautiful places in the United States, the Black Canyon of the Colorado River is a natural wonder. Containing some very deep gorges and a plethora of nice fauna and flora, exploring this section of the Gunnison National Park would be well worth your while, and the Black Canyon River Rafting Tour gives you the chance to do it with style.

So we’ve all heard of Jerry Seinfeld. His signature brand of comedy kindled our hearts aflame with Seinfeld, the syndicated TV show of years past, and not much has changed in the intervening years. Since the dissolution of the iconic show based in New York City, he’s been touring the US and those of us that can’t seem to get enough of him, or even just remember fondly the sitcom we watched for so many years, have a chance now to see him again – in Las Vegas.

Got a fast car? How fast? Mine’s pretty fast, but that’s just because I tinker with it constantly. I’m like the rest of the wanna-be gear-heads – always thinking about the next step, but let’s be honest, I’m just a weekend player. There are whole teams of engineers and countless millions behind the design and fabrication of today’s modern mega-racers. So what’s a guy like me to do? Save and buy a Ferrari?

Negative. Enter Exotics Racing School in Las Vegas. Shell out some coins and head down to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. A qualified driving instructor will school you on the ins and outs of your selected car of choice, the rules of the road (no bumping) and set you down behind the wheel of what is the culmination of today’s modern driving movement. Sound hot? I can’t believe it. I called my friends when I found out about this one.

What better way to explore Nevada’s famous Red Rock Canyon than under the wing of an experienced local guide? It stands to reason that the uninitiated would do well to seek assistance when unlocking the wonders (and avoiding the dangers) of the Mohave Valley, and those who do are justly rewarded.

So you’re out on the strip and you’re looking for something to do. You’re thirsty, it’s hot, so you think you’ll grab a drink. Then it dawns on you that you’re in Las Vegas, home to perhaps the largest quotient of flair bar tenders in the world! What is flair bar tending, you ask?

As anyone who’s ever hopped on board the Jungle Cruise at Disneyland knows, a good guide can make or break a tour. This is especially true of Hoover Dam; if you ever taken a bus tour of the dam or the Grand Canyon’s West Rim, you’ve probably been entertained by your bus driver or tour guide. These guides are engaging and often hilarious, and I always wonder if driving a bus is the day job that allows them to dabble in a second career as stand-up comedians.

There is so much to do in Las Vegas, all in very close proximity to your hotel! Here are some of the best things to do in this vibrant town and that isn’t gambling.