View List On Map cancel
More Top 10s
- Outdoor Activities
- Outdoor Attractions
- Parks
- Romantic Things to Do
- Places to Shop
- Things to Do Near Hoover Dam
- Things to Do Near North Strip (Sands Ave. and Las Vegas Blvd.)
- Things to Do Near Red Rock Canyon
- Things to Do Near South Strip (Tropicana Ave. and Las Vegas Blvd.)
- Things to Do Near airport
- Ask a Local
- Locals have answered 55 questions about Las Vegas.
- Ask Las Vegas Locals
-
-
-
1. Shark Reef
- North America's only predator-based aquarium
-
- Zoos/Aquariums
- Las Vegas Blvd: The Strip
- Nile Expert Tip: Fun attraction for the whole family.
user rating -
-
-
2. Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat
- Dolphins and tigers at the Las Vegas Mirage
-
- Attractions
- Las Vegas Blvd: The Strip
user rating -
-
-
3. GameWorks
- An arcade for the whole family right on the Las Vegas Strip
-
- Attractions
- Las Vegas Blvd: The Strip
user rating -
-
-
4. Springs Preserve
- The birthplace of Las Vegas
-
- Attractions
- Downtown
user rating -
-
-
5. The Atomic Testing Museum
- The history of the atomic bomb and the Nevada Test Site
-
- Museums
- Las Vegas Blvd: The Strip
user rating -
-
-
6. Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
- Beautiful desert area west of Las Vegas
-
- Nature & Wildlife
- Outside the City
user ratingexpert pick -
-
-
7. Lake Mead National Recreation Area
- America's largest man-made lake
-
- Lakes and Rivers
- Boulder City/Hoover Dam
user ratingexpert pick -
-
-
8. Nevada State Railroad Museum in Boulder City
- Ride on historic trains
-
- Educational
- Boulder City/Hoover Dam
user ratingexpert pick -
-
-
9. Hemenway Valley Park
- A park with a resident herd of Desert Bighorn Sheep
-
- Picnics, Parks & Gardens
- Boulder City/Hoover Dam
user ratingexpert pick -
-
-
10. Spring Mountain Ranch State Park
- Historic buildings in beautiful surroundings
-
- Picnics, Parks & Gardens
- Blue Diamond/Silverado Ranch
user ratingexpert pick -
-
-
The Best of NileGuide
-
You could leave the children at home while you play with Lady Luck in Las Vegas, or you could bring the kids with you. You'll find plenty to do between exploring wildlife habitats and riding roller coasters. Hiking trails, museum, and national landmarks are also a short drive from the Strip. With so many things to see and do, you may leave Lady Luck waiting.
At the Mandalay Bay, the Shark Reef exhibit invites you to wander through the "tropics" and learn about exotic fish, reptiles, and--of course, sharks. The hands-on stingray exhibit is popular, and where else can you watch someone feeding jelly fish under a black light? Not far away, the MGM Lion Habitat lets you get a look at these beautiful animals, and best of all, the exhibit is free. At the Mirage, you can see dolphins and the animals of Siegfried and Roy--tigers, elephants, and lions. These are all small-scale exhibits, so families can usually take in more than one in a day, budget permitting.
GameWorks and the Sahara's Cyber Speedway are fun for anyone who loves arcades and fast rides. Outside of town and away from the Strip, families can take in some history at Hoover Dam, or explore the desert in Red Rock Canyon.
For quirky and unusual history that older kids will appreciate, visit the Atomic Testing Museum. The history of the atomic bomb and the Cold War is presented with artifacts and recreations.
- Best Of Las Vegas
-
-
Hotels
- Brand Name Hotels
- Business Hotels
- Cheap Accommodations
- Downtown Hotels
- Five Star Hotels
- Trendy Hotels
- Hotels Near North Strip (Sands Ave. and Las Vegas Blvd.)
- Hotels Near Red Rock Canyon
-
Restaurants
- Cheap Restaurants
- Chinese Cuisine
- Five Star Restaurants
- Romantic Dining
- Fun Restaurants
- Italian Cuisine
- Family Friendly Restaurants
- American Restaurants
-
Nightlife
- Nightclubs
- Bars
- Live Music
- Music in Las Vegas
- Wine Bars
- Bars and Clubs near North Strip (Sands Ave. and Las Vegas Blvd.)
- Bars and Clubs near South Strip (Tropicana Ave. and Las Vegas Blvd.)
- Bars and Clubs near airport
-
