Fremont Street Experience
Massive LED canopy with hourly light shows, live music, and street performers in downtown Las Vegas.
LED ShowsLive MusicStreet Performers
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Bellagio Fountains
World-famous dancing fountains with choreographed water shows set to music. Shows run every 15-30 minutes.
Free ShowEvery 15-30 MinIconic
Fall of Atlantis Show
Free animatronic show at Forum Shops featuring the legendary fall of Atlantis with special effects and aquarium backdrop.
Animatronic ShowSpecial EffectsFamily Friendly
Flamingo Wildlife Habitat
Free outdoor habitat featuring flamingos, turtles, koi fish, and exotic birds in a tropical paradise.
Live AnimalsTropical SettingGreat Photos
Venetian Grand Canal Shoppes
Indoor replica of Venice with canals, gondolas, and painted sky ceiling. Free to walk and explore.
Venice ReplicaGondolasPainted Sky
Silverton Mermaid Tank
117,000-gallon saltwater aquarium with tropical fish and live mermaid shows on weekends.
Live MermaidsTropical FishWeekend Shows
South Point Rodeo Arena
Free rodeo events and horse shows at this authentic Western arena with professional competitions.
Live RodeoHorse ShowsWestern Culture
Shelby Heritage Center
Free museum showcasing legendary Shelby Cobra cars and automotive history with iconic American muscle cars.
Classic CarsAutomotive HistoryFree Museum
Count's Kustoms
Visit the famous custom car shop from TV show "Counting Cars" with amazing vehicle displays and memorabilia.
TV FamousCustom CarsFree Viewing
Lone Mountain Hiking Trail
Challenging 2.8-mile hike to a 3,002-foot summit offering panoramic views of Las Vegas Valley.
Hiking TrailSummit ViewsChallenging
Circus Acts at Circus Circus
Free live circus performances every 30 minutes featuring acrobats, trapeze artists, and classic circus acts.
Live PerformancesEvery 30 MinutesClassic Circus
Pawn Stars Shop
Visit the famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop from the hit TV show "Pawn Stars" with unique collectibles.
TV FamousCollectiblesFree Browsing
The Arts Factory
Downtown arts district complex with galleries, studios, and monthly First Friday art walks with local artists.
Art GalleriesLocal ArtistsMonthly Events
Ethel M Chocolate Factory
Free self-guided factory tours and beautiful 3-acre botanical cactus garden, especially stunning at holiday time.
Factory ToursCactus GardenHoliday Lights
Seven Magic Mountains
Massive colorful art installation featuring seven towering totems of fluorescent boulders in the desert.
Art InstallationDesert LocationInstagram Famous
Hoover Dam
Iconic engineering marvel with free viewing areas and the Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge overlook.
Engineering WonderHistoric SiteBridge Views
The LINQ Promenade
Open-air shopping and entertainment district with street performers, live music, and the High Roller observation wheel views.
Street PerformersLive MusicHigh Roller Views
M&M's World
Three-story candy wonderland with personalized M&M's, free samples, and colorful displays. Fun for all ages.
Free Samples3 FloorsPhoto Ops
Exploration Peak Park
Large park in Summerlin with hiking trails, playground, and panoramic views of the Las Vegas Valley.
Hiking TrailsValley ViewsPlayground
Sunset Regional Park
324-acre park with lakes, fishing, disc golf, dog park, and beautiful walking trails in Henderson.
Fishing LakesDisc GolfDog Park
Clark County Wetlands Park
2,900-acre nature preserve with wildlife viewing, hiking trails, and educational exhibits about desert ecosystems.
Wildlife ViewingNature TrailsEducational Center
Desert National Wildlife Refuge
Largest wildlife refuge in the lower 48 states with desert bighorn sheep, hiking trails, and visitor center.
Wildlife RefugeBighorn SheepVisitor Center
Area 51 Black Mailbox
Famous roadside landmark on the "Extraterrestrial Highway" where UFO enthusiasts gather to watch the skies.
UFO SpottingDesert DriveUnique Experience
Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs
Peaceful park with fishing ponds, picnic areas, and remnants of the historic Tule Springs Ranch.
Fishing PondsHistoric RanchPeaceful Setting
Red Rock Canyon
Stunning red rock formations just 30 minutes from Vegas. 13-mile scenic drive with hiking trails and viewpoints.
Scenic DriveHiking Trails$15 Entry
Valley of Fire State Park
Nevada's oldest state park with incredible red sandstone formations, petroglyphs, and hiking trails.
Ancient PetroglyphsHiking$10 Entry
Bellagio Conservatory
Stunning botanical garden with seasonal displays, sculptures, and thousands of plants and flowers.
Seasonal DisplaysBotanical GardenAlways Free
Lake Las Vegas
Beautiful man-made lake surrounded by Mediterranean-style architecture, walking paths, and scenic views.
Scenic LakeWalking PathsMediterranean Style
Mount Charleston
Mountain escape just 45 minutes from Vegas with cooler temperatures, hiking trails, and scenic drives.
Mountain EscapeCooler WeatherHiking Trails
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
America's largest reservoir with stunning views, hiking trails, and water activities just 30 minutes from Vegas.
Largest ReservoirWater ActivitiesHiking Trails
Gold Butte National Monument
Remote 300,000-acre desert landscape with petroglyphs, Joshua trees, and gold mining ghost town.
Ancient PetroglyphsGhost TownRemote Adventure
Tule Springs Fossil Beds
National monument preserving Ice Age fossils including mammoths, saber-toothed cats, and ground sloths.
Ice Age FossilsNational MonumentEducational
Centennial Hills Park
120-acre park with prehistoric-themed trails, butterfly playground, amphitheater, and splash pad.
Prehistoric TrailsSplash PadAmphitheater
Springs Preserve
180-acre cultural center with botanical gardens, museums, trails, and exhibits on Las Vegas history and desert living.
Botanical GardensMuseumsDesert History
Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art
Las Vegas's only art museum featuring contemporary art exhibitions, located on UNLV campus with free admission.
Contemporary ArtFree AdmissionUNLV Campus
Pinball Hall of Fame
World's largest pinball museum with over 200 vintage and modern pinball machines. Free to browse, quarters to play.
200+ MachinesVintage GamesFree Browsing
Coca-Cola Store
Three-story retail experience with Coca-Cola memorabilia, vintage advertisements, and free samples from around the world.
Free Samples3 FloorsMemorabilia
🎯 Vegas Free Attraction Tips & Insider Info
💡 Pro Tips
- Visit Bellagio Fountains during sunset for best photos
- Fremont Street shows run hourly after dark
- Wildlife habitats are coolest in early morning hours
- Parking at most Strip locations is free for the first hour
- Many outdoor attractions are best visited in cooler months
- Bring water and sunscreen for hiking trails
🕒 Best Times to Visit
- Early morning: Hiking trails and outdoor attractions
- Late afternoon: Photography at Seven Magic Mountains
- Evening: Bellagio Fountains and Fremont Street
- Weekends: Live shows and special events
- Winter months: Desert hiking and outdoor activities
💰 Money-Saving Tips
- Download casino apps for exclusive free offers
- Join players clubs for free drinks while gambling
- Check hotel websites for free show promotions
- Pack snacks and water for outdoor adventures
- Use public transportation to save on parking
- Visit during weekdays for smaller crowds
📍 Transportation Tips
- Strip: Use the monorail or walk between casinos
- Downtown: Park once and explore on foot
- Outdoor attractions: Rent a car for day trips
- Rideshare: Use pickup zones to avoid surge pricing
- Public transit: Deuce bus covers the entire Strip
🎯 More Free Vegas Experiences
🎪 Free Entertainment
- Street performers on the Strip and Fremont Street
- Live music at various hotel lobbies
- Seasonal events and festivals throughout the year
- Art installations and rotating exhibits
- Fashion shows at retail locations
🌿 Nature & Outdoor Activities
- Hiking trails with varying difficulty levels
- Photography opportunities in desert landscapes
- Bird watching at wetlands and wildlife refuges
- Stargazing in darker areas outside the city
- Picnicking in regional parks and green spaces
🏛️ Cultural & Educational
- Historical sites and landmarks
- Architecture tours of famous buildings
- Art galleries and cultural centers
- Museums with free admission days
- Educational visitor centers
📱 Planning Resources
- Download attraction apps for show schedules
- Check weather conditions before outdoor activities
- Verify hours of operation before visiting
- Follow attractions on social media for updates
- Plan transportation and parking in advance