Why las vegas
Las Vegas is a great starting point for several national and state parks around the area and with such affordable flights it makes it a great place to visit. Las Vegas itself is packed with beautiful hotels, shows, amazing restaurants and non-stop entertainment. It is a city that never sleeps and has a little something for everyone. You can make it as much glitz and glam as you want but there are also very affordable options and a ton of free things to do and explore.
when to visit
The best time to visit Las Vegas is from March to May and from September to November because these times offer the most moderate weather. Las Vegas is full of travel deals throughout the year. In general flight prices tend to be higher in March, July and December. You will get better hotel deals mid-week rather than on the weekends. Being a huge place for festivals, conventions, and events year round be sure to check out all Las Vegas has to offer. Whatever brings you to Las Vegas you will have endless opportunities for enjoyment.
top free things to do in Las vegas
Las Vegas sign
Bellagio light show
Mirage volcano
Eiffel Tower lights
Bellagio Gardens
Shopping areas: Forum Shops, Grand Canal Veneitian shops
Linq promenade
Freemont light viva vision shows, parking is $4 an hour
Largest Gold nugget at the Golden Nugget Hotel
Free chocolate tour at Ethel M Chocolate Factory
Wildlife habitat at Flamingos
Flowers in Wynn
Wynn Fountain show
day trips from las vegas
Seven Magic Mountains-35 minutes, FREE
Valley of Fire State Park- 56 minutes, $10 per vehicle
Red Rock Canyon- 25 minutes, $15 per vehicle
Hoover Dam- 45 minute, FREE
Lake Mead -40 minute
Mount Charleston-48 minutes, FREE
Grand Canyon-2 hours 13 minutes
Death Valley National Park- 2 hours 22 minutes
Zion National Park – 2 hours 35 minutes
Bryce Canyon National Park-4 hour
