Las Vegas is known for its bright lights, casinos, entertainment. It draws hundreds of thousands of tourists each year. Most people who go there want to gamble a little while others have specific destinations in mind. According to MSN.com page Crazy Nomad, here are 13 ways to enjoy Las Vegas
1. Art in plain sight
-Las Vegas does have a trendy, vibrant art scene everywhere you look. Located just off The Strip is The Arts District. This location is known for murals consisting solely of graffiti, odd sculptures and pop up galleries. It's like SoHo and Burning Man came together. The first Friday of each month becomes a giant block party, as musicians, artists, food trucks take over, lending a vibrant, party-like feel to the neighborhood. This neighborhood also includes live painting, quirky thrift stores and an overall laid-back vibe that seems at odds with the fast-paced lifestyle of Las Vegas
2. Eat your way through Vegas
-There are dozens of "hole in the wall" restaurants and world-class restaurants that can be explored. This is a foodie's paradise. From a $4 taco that tastes like you've just stepped into Mexico to high-end restaurants like Joel Robuchon, the food scene is vibrant. The local Chinatown is jam packed with ramen restaurants, Korean barbecue places and even hidden dumpling restaurants the locals guarantee is worth it. Check out The Strip itself for food. There are food courts inside hotels and if you're lucky enough to be in town during a restaurant week or food festival, there's a world of possibility
3. Take in a show
-Las Vegas is a highly popular entertainment capital. There are live shows going on at almost all times. Whether it be a rock or country artist doing a residency, a musical or some magician / illusionist doing a staged show, there's something for everyone. Going off The Strip also provides entertainment. There are risque cabaret acts, smooth jazz lounges and more
4. A hiker's dream come true
-For those who love to hike, there is something here for you! Red Rock Canyon offers spectacular views of scenic drives, sandstone cliffs and hiking trails. There is the option to bike, climb, walk or drive through this area. It is said to calm the mind and make you feel like you are anywhere but Las Vegas. For some truly breathtaking scenery, go out to Valley of Fire State Park or the Hoover Dam or even the Grand Canyon
5. There are secret cabanas and crazy pools
-Las Vegas is known for its hotels and resorts. And with that, are pools and cabanas. These pools can range from small to massive. The experience around them is not what you expect. This include DJ's spinning records while you float in what is almost like a floating daybed while sipping cocktails. The Venetian, Mandalay Bay and Wynn offer unique experiences with their pools. Their pools are like mini oases, offering private cabanas, lunch. You feel like royalty without going near the casinos. If you're seeking something a little more zen, there are adults-only pools and spa-related locations. Even during the high tourist season, you can find a quiet corner to soothe your troubled mind
6. Speakeasies and hidden cocktail bars take you back in time
-Las Vegas is known for its organized crime-related history. As such, hidden cocktail bars and speakeasies are common here. They make you feel as though you've stepped back in time. These places are hidden in pizza parlors, behind unmarked doors or even behind vending machines. The Laundry Room, for example, only allows a handful of guests at a time, and takes mixology seriously. Other mob-related sights that are a must-see include The Mob Museum, a museum dedicated to all things organized crime-related. They have an underground bar, giving the feeling that Prohibition never ended
7. Museums beyond belief
-One of the most popular museums in Las Vegas is The Mob Museum. This museum is dedicated to all things La Cosa Nostra (This thing of ours). It details the history of the Italian Mob, who once had a pretty good presence in Las Vegas. You'll get to see items related to real life Mafiosos, such as wiretaps, a barber chair a Mafioso was once gunned down in, learn about real life heists, such as the famed Lufthansa heist of the 1970s and more. Another one is the Neon Museum, which is little more than an outdoor area filled with old, disused neon signs. If interactive is more your thing, check out the Pinball Hall of Fame. Or Meow Wolf's Omega Art, a playground disguised as a supermarket
8. Thrill rides in Las Vegas
-Las Vegas is the last place you would expect to find thrill rides. Head over to the Stratosophere Hotel, the one that looks like the Seattle Space Needle. There are thrill rides here. Or take a zipline through Freemont Street. There's also rollercoasters galore in the city
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| Insanity. Located on top of the Stratosphere |
9. The Fremont Street Experience must be done at least once
-This is a must for all visitors to Las Vegas. The canopy above Freemont Street is an LED screen with flashing images and pulsing music. It can be set to classic rock or any other genre. Street performers, live music, ziplining above the street and even open-air bars come together to make a once in a lifetime experience that must be tried by all. Unlike the glitz and glamor that the Strip offers, there is a gritty and retro charm to Fremont Street. Classic, retro casinos, neon signs and dive bars offer enough history to tell a tale or two. And if you love people watching, head over to Fremont Street
10. World class spas are perfect for those who need to hit the reset button
-Spas are always good places to go to wind down. "Sin City", as Las Vegas is known, has plenty of spas to help you press the reset button. Canyon Ranch at the Venetian or the Waldorf Astoria Spa offer services like plunge pools, saunas, salt caves and other various health options. You walk in one way but walk out another. Day passes are available for those who visit to use the pool without purchasing the services. You can feel like a high roller without paying the high roller price tag.
11. World class shopping and the window displays that are art in themselves
-Shopping in Las Vegas is one of a kind. The malls tend to be more interesting than the surrounding casinos. The Shops at Crystals and The Forum Shops at Caesar's are lined with high-end, luxury goods, mid-blowing architecture and enough marble to make you think you're in Italy. Just window shopping here is enough of an experience. There are also quirky places to head if you like the strange and unusual. Downtown Container Park offers up stores inside disused shipping containers. There, you'll come across vintage clothing, quirky souvenirs and good coffee. There's something for every taste and budget in Vegas
12. Quirky attractions with no point
-Las Vegas is a unique blend of tacky, glitzy, glamorous and weird. Where else would you find a museum dedicated to erotic history, ride a mechanical horse at a cowboy-themed bar or explore the miniature Eiffel Tower? Drive through wedding chapels are everywhere. There's neon mini golf, bars with axe throwing and even indoor rainstorms
13. Destination hotels that are, in themselves, a destination worth checking into
-Each of the hotels has its own unique things that make it stand out from the rest. Making them a destination within a destination. The Venetian has gondolas and an indoor canal. The Luxor is renowned for its pyramidal shape and bright beam of light shooting straight up at the sky. Resorts World combines the most modern up to date luxury with food halls and live music venues. The budget-friendly options are even mind-blowing. Smaller hotels laser focus on unique, but quirky charm or rooftop bars with great views
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