Things to do in Las Vegas
The places in Las Vegas that people know best, ranked by readers who live there or have visited. Vote for the ones you would send a friend to, and add the places a top-ten list always misses.
Plan around the weather
The best months to be outside are February to April and October to November. In June, July, August and September, heat makes the indoor picks below the better bet. Month-by-month weather.
Top picks in Las Vegas
Started in order of how widely each place is written about, then ranked by your votes. Links go to each place's official website. Tick "I've been" to track your count in your city passport.
Rainy or scorching day? Head indoors: Neon Museum, Mob Museum, Discovery Children's Museum and The Smith Center for the Performing Arts.
Parks and sights near Las Vegas
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas 5 miles
- College of Southern Nevada 5 miles
- Nevada State University 18 miles
Places from Wikidata (CC0), linked to each one's official site or Wikipedia article. Check hours and fees before you go.
Readers' picks
No reader picks yet. Add one in the box at the top of the page. Free things, little-known spots and seasonal events are especially welcome.
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Local favorites
Where people who live in Las Vegas actually eat, drink, shop and spend Saturdays. Nominated by residents. Businesses cannot pay to appear or move up.
No favorites yet. Name the taco stand, coffee shop or trail you would defend to anyone.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Las Vegas?
Well-known places with their own websites include Fremont Street Experience, Neon Museum, Mob Museum, Springs Preserve and Discovery Children's Museum. Readers vote the list up and down and add their own picks.
What can you do in Las Vegas on a rainy or very hot day?
Indoor picks include Neon Museum, Mob Museum, Discovery Children's Museum and The Smith Center for the Performing Arts.
When is the best time to visit Las Vegas?
For comfortable weather, go in February to April and October to November, when highs stay between 62°F and 86°F with modest rain (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
More about Las Vegas: city profile, weather by month, moving checklist, ask a local.
Starting list from Wikidata (CC0): well-known places in or next to Las Vegas that list an official website, ordered by how many Wikipedia language editions cover them, checked by hand to remove closed places and non-attractions. Opening hours and prices change, so check each official site before you go. Reader picks and favorites are read by a person before they appear.