Downtown · Shops & gifts
Ethel M at the California
Pick up chocolates at the California Hotel shop. Pair it with a meal in the same hotel, without adding another cross-town stop.
Things to do in Las Vegas.
Museums, gardens, downtown sights and shops. Find a stop by area and save it to your plan.
37 places to explore
Downtown · Things to do
The Neon Museum
Explore Las Vegas sign history through the museum’s current visitor experiences. Choose an experience before arranging the rest of your outing.
West of the Strip · Things to do
Springs Preserve
Look into the preserve’s gardens, museums and visitor experiences for an outing beyond the resort corridor.
East Las Vegas · Things to do
East Las Vegas Community Center
A city community center designed to reflect Latino heritage, with murals and community programs. Check what is open to visitors on your date.
The Strip · Bellagio
Bellagio Conservatory
Seasonal floral installations turn the garden beside Bellagio’s lobby into an easy visual detour during a central Strip outing.
The Strip · Bellagio
Fountains of Bellagio
Water, music and light make a short outdoor performance part of a central Strip evening. Leave a little time to find a viewing spot.
Downtown · Stewart Avenue
The Mob Museum
Organized crime and law-enforcement history unfold in a former federal courthouse, with artifacts and optional interactive experiences to explore.
Downtown · Symphony Park
DISCOVERY Children’s Museum
Hands-on exhibits give children room to explore and experiment. Make this the main activity of a family outing, with a meal before or after.
South of the Strip · Las Vegas Boulevard
Pinball Hall of Fame
A collection of playable pinball machines turns arcade history into a hands-on outing. Choose a few games rather than rushing through the room.
Downtown · Fremont Street
Fremont Street Experience · The Canopy
Look up for music-driven LED displays over Fremont Street. Build an evening around downtown dining and leave room for a lively street atmosphere.
Downtown · Fremont East
Downtown Container Park
Boutique shops, food stops and an outdoor play area share a compact Fremont East setting. Check the stage calendar for a reason to linger.
East of the Strip · East Flamingo Road
Atomic Museum
Explore Nevada’s nuclear-testing history through museum exhibits east of the Strip. Pair it with a nearby meal and allow time for the subject matter.
Northwest Las Vegas · Parks & picnic spots
Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs
Lakes, big trees and the old Tule Springs ranch make this a good place to slow down. Bring a picnic and leave time to wander the grounds.
Southeast Las Vegas · Parks & picnic spots
Sunset Park
A pond-side walk, a playground stop or a round of disc golf: Sunset Park gives you room to spend an afternoon away from the Strip.
East Las Vegas · Gardens & wildlife
Clark County Wetlands Park
Reeds, ponds and birds reveal a different side of the desert. Walk the Nature Preserve, then visit the Nature Center’s exhibits.
West of Downtown · Parks & picnic spots
Lorenzi Park
Twin lakes and an old Las Vegas setting make Lorenzi a pleasant break west of downtown. Come for a walk or a picnic by the water.
North Las Vegas · Parks & picnic spots
Craig Ranch Regional Park
Big playgrounds, a skatepark and open lawns make this a useful choice for an active afternoon with the family.
Boulder City · Gardens & wildlife
Hemenway Valley Park
Lake Mead views and a chance to spot wild bighorn sheep make this small Boulder City park a memorable stop. The sheep keep their own schedule.
Henderson · Gardens & wildlife
Ethel M Botanical Cactus Garden
Wander among cacti and desert plants, then stop inside for chocolates. This is the Henderson factory garden, separate from Ethel M’s shop at the California Hotel.
Red Rock area · Scenic day trips
Red Rock Canyon Scenic Drive
Red sandstone, desert overlooks and a 13-mile scenic loop make this a rewarding outing west of Las Vegas. You can enjoy the views without committing to a long hike.
Valley of Fire · Scenic day trips
Valley of Fire State Park
Bright sandstone formations and wide desert views make Valley of Fire a trip in its own right. Plan around the scenic roads and the stops that are open on your date.
Red Rock area · Parks & picnic spots
Spring Mountain Ranch State Park
Historic ranch buildings, tree-shaded picnic spots and mountain scenery sit just beyond the city. Make time for the ranch house as well as the grounds.
North Las Vegas · History & discovery
Ice Age Fossils State Park
Meet the mammoths and other giants that once lived in this valley through exhibits and life-size sculptures. The short Megafauna Trail is a good place to begin.
Downtown · History & discovery
Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort
Step into a much earlier Las Vegas at this small historic park. Adobe fort remains and visitor-center exhibits tell the story of the site beside Las Vegas Creek.
Mount Charleston · Scenic day trips
Mount Charleston & the Visitor Gateway
Trade the resort corridor for mountain scenery and pine forest. Start at the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway, then choose a picnic spot or trail that suits the day.
Boulder City · History & discovery
Hoover Dam
See the dam, the Colorado River and the scale of the engineering up close. Pair the visit with time in Boulder City instead of rushing straight back to the Strip.
Downtown · Las Vegas Boulevard North
Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum
Trade a little casino time for dinosaurs and natural-history exhibits. This museum north of downtown makes a good indoor stop for curious kids and adults.
Boulder City · Boulder City Parkway
Nevada State Railroad Museum · Boulder City
Explore railroad exhibits, then build your visit around a train ride if one is running. The museum and the rides have different schedules and admission.
Henderson · Bird Viewing Preserve
Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve
Bring binoculars and spend a quiet morning watching birds around the ponds. The preserve is a place to walk slowly and notice what is moving through the valley.
Henderson · Bruner Avenue
Lion Habitat Ranch
Plan an outdoor visit to see the ranch’s lions and learn about their care. Give this Henderson outing its own part of the day.
Arts District · Antique Alley
Antique Alley Mall
Give yourself time to browse instead of arriving with a shopping list. This Main Street antique mall is a good stop for the pleasure of finding something unexpected.
Arts District · Antique Alley
Main Street Peddlers Antique Mall
Browse vintage furniture, collectibles and small finds in a roomy Antique Alley shop. Pair it with another Main Street store and a coffee, and let the afternoon unfold.
Arts District · Charleston Boulevard
The Arts Factory
Step inside for working studios, galleries and small creative businesses under one roof. A good Arts District visit starts with seeing what is open and following your curiosity.
Arts District · Main Street
Recycled Propaganda
Bold graphic art gives this Main Street gallery its point of view. Stop in for Izaac Zevalking’s work and the current exhibition, then keep exploring the neighborhood.
The Strip · Luxor
HyperX Arena Las Vegas
Bring your gaming crew to Luxor for PC play in the Game Lounge. Check the arena calendar if you would rather build the visit around a tournament or special event.
South of the Strip · Town Square
Velocity Esports · Town Square
Arcade games, PC and console play, and bowling give a mixed group plenty to choose from at Town Square. Make it the main outing or stop in between shopping and dinner.
West of the Strip · Chinatown
Game Nest
Try Japanese rhythm cabinets, racers and arcade favorites in the Chinatown corridor. An hourly play option lets you settle into a session, with food and boba available at Kafe Nesto.
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Updated September 11, 2026.