Las Vegas Strip

Join a guide on a Las Vegas Strip tour for an up-close sensory overload of the entertainment capital of the world. Go on foot, zip through on a Segway, or catch a ride with an Elvis impersonator to see the action from a Pink Cadillac. If you come after dark, you can explore the Las Vegas Strip on a food and drink tour or a bar crawl.

But what happens in Vegas doesn’t have to stay in Vegas—some private hop-on hop-off limo tours come with personal photographers to document your big night out. Scenic nighttime helicopter rides are also extremely popular, allowing you to enjoy the views the Strip in all its colorful, illuminated glory.

• Most official Las Vegas nightclubs do not allow baggy jeans, sports hats, tennis shoes, or shorts.

• Be aware that costumed characters on the strips expect payment if you’d like to snap a photo with them.

• The Las Vegas Strip is entirely wheelchair and stroller accessible, as are most of its attractions and hotels.

• Expect sold-out shows and performances on the Las Vegas Strip, so tickets should be purchased in advance.

The Las Vegas Strip runs along Las Vegas Boulevard South, bounded by McCarran Airport to the south and downtown and Fremont Street to the north. Taxis are plentiful but you can also walk to and from many of the Strip’s destinations along the roadway. There are pedestrian walking bridges over the busiest intersections.

Temperatures soar in Las Vegas in summer and get chilly in the winter. The off-season runs from June–August. Expect long wait times for taxis and tables around dinnertime. Vehicle traffic on the Strip is almost always busy, especially on weekends and holidays. Room rates are generally lower on weekdays.

If it's your first time in Vegas, be sure to see the Mirage volcano explosion, lounge poolside with a tropical beverage, and try your hand at slots or table games. If you’ve never gambled, lessons offering insights on popular games’ rules, strategy, jargon, and etiquette are available in most of the casinos, and are a good starting point for first-timers. Ask for a schedule at your preferred casino’s customer service desk.

You can stroll the Las Vegas Strip on a walking tour, zip around on a Segway, ride on a hop-on, hop-off bus, or take a scenic helicopter flight at night or during the day. If you’re walking along the Strip, remember that the distance between casinos can be deceptive, and they may appear much closer than they actually are.

The Las Vegas Strip is about 4.2 miles (7 kilometers) and can take 1 to 2 hours to walk from end to end, depending on your pace and how many stops you make along the way. Also, large crowds can slow down your progress. The Strip can get extremely hot, especially during the summer, making the walk more challenging.

Yes. A helicopter tour of the Las Vegas Strip and the surrounding region is a popular option, particularly at night when you can see the neon lights. You’ll pass by the mega-resorts and landmarks, including the Bellagio, the Mirage, and the Fremont Street Experience. Helicopter tours are typically in the air for about 10-15 minutes.

A bus tour of the Las Vegas Strip allows you to cover more ground in less time. Hop aboard an open-top double-decker bus to see Sin City during the day or at night, making stops along the way. Pass by iconic sights like the “Welcome to Las Vegas” sign, the Bellagio Fountains, the Strat, the High Roller Observation Wheel, and more.

Yes. You can book a limo tour of the Las Vegas Strip with pickup at your hotel. Typically, they make stops at popular sites like the “Welcome to Las Vegas” sign, the Bellagio fountains, and the Mirage volcano show, or you might have the option to customize your itinerary. Limousine tours also usually provide champagne.

Yes. All of the casinos and hotels on the Las Vegas Strip have public bathrooms—you just need to know where to find them. Generally, you’ll find restrooms in the hotel lobby. In the casino area, head toward the sportsbook and high-limit poker room or near the buffet; you’ll usually find one around there.