Las Vegas Strip
8 Miles of Neon Excitement!

Departure: "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas", Nevada
Destination: Venetian, Nevada
Time to allow: 1 day

The Las Vegas "Strip" tour begins at the famous, "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign. Cruise the Strip to see a pyramid, a medieval castle, the New York skyline, the Eiffel Tower, dancing waters, an erupting volcano, a pirate fight, the Roman Empire, the world's highest amusement park on the Stratosphere and the incredible Fremont Street Experience in Downtown Las Vegas.

Day 1

  • Start: "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas"

    Start your trip on the west side of the strip at the 'Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas' sign. Thousands of visitors stop at the beginning of the Las Vegas Strip All American Road to have their photo taken next to this world famous neon sign. The “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” neon sign was constructed back in 1959 by Betty Willis and Ted Rogich. As Las Vegas has expanded the sign has been moved further and further down the strip. For those leaving the Las Vegas strip look at the back of the sign that reads, “Drive Carefully and Come Back Soon.”

  • Stop 1: Mandalay Bay

    From previous stop: 5 minutes / 0.25 mi (0.4 km)
    Directions:

    Cross the street to the left side of the road. From the Welcome sign Mandalay Bay is visible to the eye and within walking distance. The address is 3950 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 1 hour 30 minutes

    Visit the tropical-themed casino that features its own beach with three pools, a river, and a sandy shore. It also features an amazing massive tank full of tropical fish from all over the world.

  • Stop 2: Luxor

    From previous stop: 7 minutes / 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
    Directions:

    Continue northward on the same side of the strip. The Luxor is the next resort just past Mandalay Bay and before East Reno Avenue. Just look for the pyramid and sphinx. The address is 3900 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 1 hour

    The Luxor showcases a thirty-story replica of a pyramid and the Great Sphinx. Tour the Tomb and Museum of King Tutankhamen, the museum, and the interactive attraction knowns as In Search of the Obelisk.

  • Stop 3: Excalibur

    From previous stop: 5 minutes / 0.25 mi (0.4 km)
    Directions:

    Continue northbound along the same side of the strip. Excalibur is just past East Reno Avenue and is the next resort along the strip, look for a medieval castle. The address is 3850 Las Vegas Boulevard South
    Suggested time at this stop: 1 hour

    Visitors to Excalibur will encounter gypsy wagons, minstrels, and Knights of the Round Table in the magical world of Camelot. Visitors may even glimpse a dragon battle between a fire-breathing dragon and Merlin the Magician. Excalibur also offers entertainment and dinner in King Arthur's Arena.

  • Stop 4: New York New York

    From previous stop: 5 minutes / 0.25 mi (0.4 km)
    Directions:

    New York New York is located just north of Excalibur on the same side of the street. Cross the East Tropicana Avenue intersection and you’re there. The address is 3790 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 2 hours

    Visit replicas of the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, and the 300 ft. Brooklyn Bridge used as an entrance. New York New York also offers an exciting roller coaster experience that loops around the perimeter of the resort.

  • Stop 5: Monte Carlo

    From previous stop: 3 minutes / 0.1 mi (0.2 km)
    Directions:

    Cross the Rue De Monte Carlo Street. The Monte Carlo is the next resort along the strip. The address is 3770 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 3 hours

    Marvel in the magical talents of Magician Lance Burton and visit the shopping promenade and Monte Carlo Brew Pub, the first brew pub in Las Vegas.

  • Stop 6: Bellagio

    From previous stop: 15 minutes / 0.65 mi (1.0 km)
    Directions:

    The Bellagio is located on the same side of the strip along Las Vegas Boulevard South, keep going northward. It may be easier to drive to The Bellagio since it's a little further away. Continue past East Harmon Avenue and past Bellagio Drive if you want to see the great fountains. The address is 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 1 hour 30 minutes

    Have a classy cultural experience at the sophisticated Bellagio Hotel and Casino. Enjoy a show performed by a pool of “dancing waters” to songs by Luciano Pavarotti and Frank Sinatra. The Bellagio also features magnificent gardens and an art gallery with original masterpieces by Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir, and more.

  • Stop 7: Caesar's Palace

    From previous stop: 5 minutes / 0.12 mi (0.2 km)
    Directions:

    Continue northbound along the strip on the same side of the road. Caesar's Palace is located just past East Flamingo Road. The address is 3570 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 1 hour

    Discover a world of regal pleasures and ancient splendor with gods and goddesses at the classic and extravagant Caesar's Palace. Witness the rise and fall of the Lost City of Atlantis in a 50,000-gallon saltwater aquarium.

  • Stop 8: The Mirage

    From previous stop: 10 minutes / 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
    Directions:

    Continue northward along the strip on the same side of the street. The Mirage is the next resort along the strip. The address is 3400 Las Vegas Boulevard South
    Suggested time at this stop: 2 hours

    Experience the beauty of an indoor tropical rainforest, the white tigers, dolphins, and an aquarium that holds thousands of tropical fish. At night enjoy the flaming volcano show at the Mirage Resort.

  • Stop 9: Treasure Island

    From previous stop: 5 minutes / 0.15 mi (0.2 km)
    Directions:

    Continue northward along the same side of the strip. Treasure Island is the next resort along the strip, just past Buccaneer Boulevard. The address is 3400 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 40 minutes

    Treasure Island welcomes guests to a Caribbean pirate village with European style architecture and Las Vegas style entertainment. This theme resort offers a taste of a live high seas adventure with cannon balls and pirate plunder.

  • Stop 10: Circus Circus

    From previous stop: 30 minutes / 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
    Directions:

    Continue northward along the strip on the same side of the street. From Treasure Island continue past Sand Avenue, Cathedral Way, Convention Center Drive, and Riviera Drive until you reach Circus Circus Drive and turn onto it. Circus Circus is about a mile down the road from Treasure Island and not directly visible to the eye like most of the stops, in this case, you may want to hale a taxi or drive your car to Circus Circus. The address is 2880 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 3 hours

    Come visit the world’s largest permanent circus and enjoy a carnival, arcade games, and the Adventuredome Theme Park with an indoor roller coaster. Experience the fun of miniature golf, laser tag, wall climbing, and more at Circus Circus.

  • Stop 11: Guinness World Record Museum

    From previous stop: 5 minutes / 0.1 mi (0.2 km)
    Directions:

    Continue north of Circus Circus along the strip, just past Circus Circus Drive. It is easier to walk than to drive to the Guinness World Record Museum. The address is 2780 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 2 hours

    Visitors will be amazed at the unique collections and vast exhibits about World Record breakers all over the country.

  • Stop 12: Stratosphere

    From previous stop: 15 minutes / 0.85 mi (1.4 km)
    Directions:

    Continue north along the same side of the strip, you can't miss the Stratosphere it's the tallest building in the area. The distance to the Stratosphere is almost a mile from the Guinness World Record Museum so we recommend driving your car or taking a taxi. You'll pass Sahara Avenue, Cincinnati Avenue, Cleveland Avenue, and Baltimore Avenue before reaching the Stratosphere. The address is 2000 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 3 hours 30 minutes

    Have your fill of anything ranging from theme parks, to casinos, an observation deck, and restaurants. Enjoy performances known as American Superstar with talented tribute artists who impersonate your favorite musicians.

  • Stop 13: 18b The Las Vegas Arts District

    From previous stop: 30 minutes / 1.25 mi (2.0 km)
    Directions:

    Continue northward from the Stratosphere on the strip. Again because of the long distance you may want to drive. Drive until you reach East Charleston Avenue and turn left. The address is 101-109 East Charleston Boulevard, it's more of an area than a specific place.
    Suggested time at this stop: 3 hours

    The Art District is best visited on the First Friday of every month when an open street carnival is held. Browse through 18 blocks of ritzy art galleries, antique stores, small boutiques, and cafés.

  • Stop 14: Fremont Street Experience

    From previous stop: 30 minutes / 1.21 mi (1.9 km)
    Directions:

    From 18b Las Vegas Art District drive East on East Charleston Boulevard. Once you come to South Las Vegas Boulevard turn left (northward) and drive until you reach Fremont Street. The address is 425 Fremont Street.
    Suggested time at this stop: 2 hours

    The Fremont Street Experience is home to the largest big screen on the planet, known as Viva Vision. This mall displays an array of neon lights, performances, restaurants, and retail stores for shopping excursions.

  • Navigation: East Side of the Strip from the welcome sign

    From previous stop: same location

  • Stop 15: Little Church of the West

    From previous stop: same location
    Directions:

    Continue South along the strip on the same side of the road. You may want to take a car since the church is over a mile away. The church is located just past E. Dewey Drive and not far past the "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign. The address is 4617 Las Vegas South Boulevard.
    Suggested time at this stop: 15 minutes

    The Little Church of the West is a famous and quaint favorite in the the Honeymoon Capital of the World. The oldest original structure on the Strip, is the site of many celebrity weddings.

  • Stop 16: MGM Grand

    From previous stop: 17 minutes / 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
    Directions:

    Continue south along the same side of the strip. Just past the Aladdin Resort, two blocks down is the MGM Grand. It's right across the street from New York New York. The address is 3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 4 hours

    The MGM Grand lives up to its reputation by offering a theme park, showrooms, an arena, and a shopping area. In addition we suggest visiting The Lion Habitat, the Hollywood Theatre, and the MGM Grand Garden Arena to experience performances from famous musicians and more.

  • Stop 17: Paris

    From previous stop: 13 minutes / 0.95 mi (1.5 km)
    Directions:

    Continue southward along the same side of the strip. Paris is opposite the Bellagio, and located between Paris Drive and the strip. The address is 3655 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 1 hour

    Explore famous Paris landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower at this magnificent resort fashioned after the historic Hotel De Ville in Paris, France. Take a stroll down Paris' cobbled streets for view of an authentic Parisian marketplace.

  • Stop 18: Flamingo Hilton

    From previous stop: 6 minutes / 0.31 mi (0.5 km)
    Directions:

    Continue southbound along the strip on the same side of the road. The Flamingo Hilton is the next resort, it's just across the street from the Imperial Palace. The address is 3555 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 30 minutes

    With a caribbean-style water playground, salon, golf course, and many entertaining events each week, the Flamingo Hilton boasts non-stop action any time of year.

  • Stop 19: Imperial Palace

    From previous stop: 5 minutes / 0.13 mi (0.2 km)
    Directions:

    Walk southward along the strip, the Imperial Palace Hotel and Casino is just past Harrah's Hotel and Casino. The address is 3535 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 1 hour

    Marvel at "The Auto Collections" with automobiles like Adolf Hitlers Mercedez Benz, Czar Nicholas II’s Rolls-Royce, among many classics at the Imperial Palace.

  • End: Venetian

    From previous stop: 10 minutes / 0.45 mi (0.7 km)
    Directions:

    Continue south along the strip. You may want to drive to the Venetian to avoid the long walk. You'll pass Sands Avenue, and Buccaneer Boulevard before reaching the Venetian. The Venetian is just across the street from the Mirage Resort. The address is 3355 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
    Suggested time at this stop: 2 hours

    Take a ride on the Venetian’s Grand Canal in an authentic gondola and glide through the Venice-themed shopping center. A must see is Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum that features famous celebrity figures such as Johnny Depp and Frank Sinatra that are made from wax.

Totals for Day 1

Total Distance Traveled: 10.22 miles / 16.4 km
Total Travel Time: 3 hours 41 minutes
Total Stopping Time: 35 hours 55 minutes