City Guide
Las Vegas
Beyond Strip resorts and shows, a 3–4 day trip can include Red Rock, Hoover Dam and desert sunsets.
Must See
6 specific places
Las Vegas Strip
Themed resorts, night lights and main walking corridor.
Fremont Street
Old Vegas neon, canopy shows and street atmosphere.
Sphere
A monumental media venue and night landmark.
Red Rock Canyon
Red-rock scenic drive and trails west of the city.
Hoover Dam
Engineering landmark above the Colorado River canyon.
Neon Museum
An outdoor collection of historic casino signs.
Suggested Route
A practical first visit
Use daytime for Red Rock or Hoover Dam, return to the Strip by evening, and pair Fremont with the Neon Museum.
Plan Ahead
The planning note that matters
Avoid midday outdoor plans in summer, reserve shows and dining, and remember that Strip walking distances are deceptive.
Photography
How to photograph it
Use blue hour for architecture and darkness for neon; tripod and commercial-camera rules vary by property.
Before You Go
Pre-trip checklist
- Confirm opening days, reservations, tickets, parking and local transportation.
- Schedule the item most affected by weather, light or crowds first.
- Save offline maps, parking, meeting points and the last reliable supply stop.
- Pack water, sun protection, rain gear, layers and comfortable walking shoes.
- For sunrise, sunset or night shoots, protect return time and respect local boundaries.