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Currently Active Users 24 (10 members & 14 guests)
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I guess you can call this a Vegas write up.
This is more for family/couples....
Free things to do...
Thunderstorm at the Aladdin Hotel and Casino
A computer generated thunderstorm hits the hallways of the Desert Passage shopping mall. The rain pours, the thunder booms and the lightning cracks. The show mimics a thunderstorm overtaking a North African seaport.
Fountains at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino
A spectacular outdoor show created from fountains, lights and sound. A quarter mile long man-made lake stretches between the Bellagio Hotel and Casino and the strip and contains 1200 nozzles and 4500 lights. Every day and night spectators line the sidewalks to "ooh" and "ahh" at the fountains shooting water up to 240 feet into the air. The waters dance in time to music that fills the air. This is probably the most popular free attraction in Las Vegas. It is a must see on your trip to Las Vegas.
Conservatory and Botanical Gardens at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino
An indoor garden with a spectacular floral display. The 50 foot high glass roof provides a sunny place for great photo opportunities. The displays are changed each season and for major holidays. The setting is a wonderful, peaceful break from the bright lights of the strip and the bustle of the casino.
The garden is located inside of the Bellagio Hotel and Casino, walk through the lobby (and be sure to look up at the ceiling to view some beautiful art as you do) to get there.
Atlantis Water Show in the Forum Shops at Caesars Hotel and Casino
This show features animatronic statues acting out the story of the fall of Atlantis. Fountains, lasers, fire, steam and sound effects add to the excitement of the action. This high tech production is one of the most popular free shows in Las Vegas.
There is also a 50,000-gallon salt water aquarium located here that features tropical puffers, flounder and sharks. Daily feeding take place at 3:15 and 7:15 p.m. daily.
Circus Acts at Circus Circus Hotel and Casino
The largest permanent circus in the world. One of the oldest and most loved free shows in Las Vegas, this show features aerialists, jugglers, trapeze artists and clowns. The show is performed in the big-top at the midway, which is one level up from the casino.
Each show last about 10 minutes. There are a limited number of seats available, and people typically start filling them about 15 minutes before the show, but if you can't get a seat, there is plenty of standing room as well.
Court Jester's Stage at Excalibur Hotel and Casino
A family-oriented show with a medieval theme. This show has musicians, puppetry, magicians, and juggling. The costumed performers put on a small variety show with both contemporary and medieval acts. Adults may not get too much out of this show as it is geared towards children. The performers from the show may also be found strolling the hotel lobby or casino floor.
The show lasts ten minutes and is located on the Medieval Village level, one level up from the main casino floor.
Wildlife Habitat at the Flamingo Hotel and Casino
Past the hotel lobby and casino you will find a collection of birds and other animals living on an island surrounded by streams and waterfalls. Over 300 birds are featured including, of course, a flock of pink flamingos. You'll also see penguins, swans and ducks. Living in the stream are koi and turtles.
The area also includes plants imported from around the world to make the animals feel more at home. Heat lamps keep these exotic birds warm during cold Vegas winter nights.
For an added bonus you can see the penguins as they are fed daily at 8:25 a.m. and 2:55 p.m.
Rock and Roll Memorabelia at The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino has collectible from all of you favorite rock and roll stars.
They have many displays featuring lots for rock and roll fans from Beatles collectibles to Madonna's underwear, motorcycles from Guns N Roses' Matt Sorum and Motley Crue's Nikki Six, autographed guitars and drum sets from many bands and leather jackets from the Ramones and Aerosmith.
Hawaiian Marketplace Mall Performers
A troupe of Polynesian born performers put on free shows every day at the Hawaiian Marketplace Shopping Mall. Team Aloha will sing, dance, tell stories and demonstrate crafts from the Polynesian islands throught the day. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday there are longer shows that include fire knife dancers, Samoan singers, Tahitian dancers and a live bird show.
There is also the Enchanted Forest in the mall that has animitronic birds singing original songs in a five minute act that happens every hour.
Aquarium at the Mirage Hotel and Casino
The Mirage Hotel and Casino has a 20,000-gallon saltwater aquarium in its hotel lobby. This is another one of the Mirage's attraction that adds to it's tropical theme. You can watch a shark swimming through a coral reef wile you check into the hotel.
The aquarium has over 1,000 coral reef animals including angelfish, puffer fish, tangs, sharks and other exotic sea creatures. The tank is 53 feet long, eight feet from top to bottom, and six feet from front to back.
The Volcano at the Mirage Hotel and Casino
A man made volcano erupts every night right on the strip. Flames and smoke shoot from the top of this 54 foot volcano while molten lava flows down its sides. You can feel the heat from the flames on your face as you stand on the sidewalk.
Every 15 minutes from 7:00 p.m. to midnight
Tropical Rainforest at the Mirage Hotel and Casino
The Mirage Hotel and Casino has a indoor rainforest just inside the front entrance. A 100 foot high dome houses a waterfall, lagoons and a large variety of plant life. This attraction adds to the Mirage's tropical theme which includes the Volcano on the strip and the White Tiger Habitat.
Over 300 orchids and 1000 bromeliads are tended to by four full time gardeners. Bird of Paradise trees and 60 foot tall palm trees are also included in the rainforest.
The White Tiger Habitat at the Mirage
Every day, the public has a chance to view very rare White Tigers. These tigers are white with black stripes and have blue eyes. The open air environment has a swimming pool and simulated mountain terrain.
Siegfried and Roy acquired a pair of these tigers and have established their own breeding line. The tigers that are on view are rotated into the viewing area from the Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat.
Lion Habitat at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino
See lions playing, sleeping, lounging and interacting with the handlers. This 5,000 square foot glass enclosed habitat has a simulated jungle with a waterfall. The lions are not trained to perform tricks, but do like playing with bowling ***** thrown to them, and are directed only by voice and hand commands from the handlers. This very popular attraction can be found inside of the MGM Grand's main casino.
Masquerade Village Sky Show at the Rio Hotel and Casino
This Carnival-themed show features fantastic floats that ride on tracks above the casino floor. Energetic dancers in exotic masks and costumes throw beads into the crowd. Clowns and acrobats help boost the energy. There is also a multi-level main stage on the casino floor with a live band to provide the music for the show.
The show is about 20 minutes long. Try going to the upper level for a good view of the action.
You can also get in on the action yourself. For $9.95 you can get into costume and ride the floats. There is a three-foot height requirement. Tickets are available at the Rio Box Office and there is a limit of 21 riders per show.
Sirens of TI at Treasure Island Hotel and Casino
The Treasure Island Hotel and Casino describes its Sirens of TI show as a "modern musical-meets-action-movie spectacular". The shows features music, dancing, swordplay, acrobatics, pyrotechnics and even a full size ship sinking. The show is about 15 minutes long and features a group of scantily clad women fighting a band of pirates.
What used to be the Treasure Islands Pirates Battle was replaced by the Sirens of TI show as they try to get a more sexy image for the hotel and casino.
Every night at 7:00 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 10:00 p.m. and 11:30 p.m.
Others worth doing...
Gondola Rides at the Venetian
$15 per person. O Sole Mio! You will be the recipient of a vocal performance as your personal gondolier trained by masters in Venice, Italy takes you on a trip you will never forget. These crafts navigate the canals that run through the Grand Canal Shoppes located at the Venetian Hotel Casino. Reservations are required if you want a singing gondolier to take you on your journey.
Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat
This is a tropical paradise dedicated to the wild things. You will find many exotic animal breeds housed here, from elephants, panthers and leopards to Siegfried and Roy's rare and enchanting white tigers. This exhibit is presented in an effort to spotlight the need to protect vanishing breeds. Along with the land-based residents, visitors are invited to visit the intriguing Dolphin Habitat. You will thoroughly enjoy watching the antics of these amazing creatures that love to show off for onlookers. This attraction is located at the Mirage Hotel Casino
Shark Reef
This truly amazing state-of-the art aquarium has sharks, alligators, monitor lizards and other amazing creatures living in more than 1,000,000 gallons of salt water at the Mandalay Bay Resort. You will enjoy a beautiful display of blue sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, eels and a remarkable jellyfish display with black lights. Tickets are USD15.95 for adults; $9.95 for children 12 years and above and free for children younger than 4. This is a must-see exhibit for the whole family.
Free Transportation...
Excalibur-Luxor-Mandalay Bay Tram
A free tram run between the Excalibur, the Luxor and Mandalay Bay hotels.
The southbound tram runs only from the Excalibur to the Monte Carlo, but the northbound tram starts at Mandalay Bay, stops at Luxor and ends at the Excalibur. The shuttle runs every 3 to 7 minutes.
Hard Rock Shuttles
The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino offers free shuttles between the the hotel and several strip locations. The shuttle departs the hotel north of the main entrance of the casino on the hour and makes stops at Caesar's Palace Forum Shops at 10 minutes past the hour, The Fashion Show Mall at 15 minutes past the hour and The Stardust at 20 minutes past the hour. If you happen to see one of these purple shuttle buses between stops you may be able to flag it down and hop on.
10:00am to 7:00pm
Rio Suites and Harrah's Shuttles
Rio Suites offers free shuttles between the Rio and their sister properties on the strip: Caesar's Palace, Bally's, Paris and Harrah's. The shuttle runs roughly every 30 minutes, check with the hotels for details. No luggage is allowed on the shuttle.
Bellagio's to Monte Carlo Tram
A free tram runs on the west side of the strip between the the Bellagio and Monte Carlo.
The tram runs every ten minutes.
In the Bellagio the tram stop is located past the hotel lobby. In the Monte Carlo the tram station is through the Street of Dreams shop. The shuttle is a quick ride, only about a minute long and the tram leave every 90 seconds or so.
Mirage to Treasure Island Monorail
A free monorail runs on the west side of the strip between the the Mirage and Treasure Island. The ride takes about 4 minutes, and it can take 5 to 15 minutes between shuttles.
This is more for family/couples....
Free things to do...
Thunderstorm at the Aladdin Hotel and Casino
A computer generated thunderstorm hits the hallways of the Desert Passage shopping mall. The rain pours, the thunder booms and the lightning cracks. The show mimics a thunderstorm overtaking a North African seaport.
Fountains at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino
A spectacular outdoor show created from fountains, lights and sound. A quarter mile long man-made lake stretches between the Bellagio Hotel and Casino and the strip and contains 1200 nozzles and 4500 lights. Every day and night spectators line the sidewalks to "ooh" and "ahh" at the fountains shooting water up to 240 feet into the air. The waters dance in time to music that fills the air. This is probably the most popular free attraction in Las Vegas. It is a must see on your trip to Las Vegas.
Conservatory and Botanical Gardens at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino
An indoor garden with a spectacular floral display. The 50 foot high glass roof provides a sunny place for great photo opportunities. The displays are changed each season and for major holidays. The setting is a wonderful, peaceful break from the bright lights of the strip and the bustle of the casino.
The garden is located inside of the Bellagio Hotel and Casino, walk through the lobby (and be sure to look up at the ceiling to view some beautiful art as you do) to get there.
Atlantis Water Show in the Forum Shops at Caesars Hotel and Casino
This show features animatronic statues acting out the story of the fall of Atlantis. Fountains, lasers, fire, steam and sound effects add to the excitement of the action. This high tech production is one of the most popular free shows in Las Vegas.
There is also a 50,000-gallon salt water aquarium located here that features tropical puffers, flounder and sharks. Daily feeding take place at 3:15 and 7:15 p.m. daily.
Circus Acts at Circus Circus Hotel and Casino
The largest permanent circus in the world. One of the oldest and most loved free shows in Las Vegas, this show features aerialists, jugglers, trapeze artists and clowns. The show is performed in the big-top at the midway, which is one level up from the casino.
Each show last about 10 minutes. There are a limited number of seats available, and people typically start filling them about 15 minutes before the show, but if you can't get a seat, there is plenty of standing room as well.
Court Jester's Stage at Excalibur Hotel and Casino
A family-oriented show with a medieval theme. This show has musicians, puppetry, magicians, and juggling. The costumed performers put on a small variety show with both contemporary and medieval acts. Adults may not get too much out of this show as it is geared towards children. The performers from the show may also be found strolling the hotel lobby or casino floor.
The show lasts ten minutes and is located on the Medieval Village level, one level up from the main casino floor.
Wildlife Habitat at the Flamingo Hotel and Casino
Past the hotel lobby and casino you will find a collection of birds and other animals living on an island surrounded by streams and waterfalls. Over 300 birds are featured including, of course, a flock of pink flamingos. You'll also see penguins, swans and ducks. Living in the stream are koi and turtles.
The area also includes plants imported from around the world to make the animals feel more at home. Heat lamps keep these exotic birds warm during cold Vegas winter nights.
For an added bonus you can see the penguins as they are fed daily at 8:25 a.m. and 2:55 p.m.
Rock and Roll Memorabelia at The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino has collectible from all of you favorite rock and roll stars.
They have many displays featuring lots for rock and roll fans from Beatles collectibles to Madonna's underwear, motorcycles from Guns N Roses' Matt Sorum and Motley Crue's Nikki Six, autographed guitars and drum sets from many bands and leather jackets from the Ramones and Aerosmith.
Hawaiian Marketplace Mall Performers
A troupe of Polynesian born performers put on free shows every day at the Hawaiian Marketplace Shopping Mall. Team Aloha will sing, dance, tell stories and demonstrate crafts from the Polynesian islands throught the day. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday there are longer shows that include fire knife dancers, Samoan singers, Tahitian dancers and a live bird show.
There is also the Enchanted Forest in the mall that has animitronic birds singing original songs in a five minute act that happens every hour.
Aquarium at the Mirage Hotel and Casino
The Mirage Hotel and Casino has a 20,000-gallon saltwater aquarium in its hotel lobby. This is another one of the Mirage's attraction that adds to it's tropical theme. You can watch a shark swimming through a coral reef wile you check into the hotel.
The aquarium has over 1,000 coral reef animals including angelfish, puffer fish, tangs, sharks and other exotic sea creatures. The tank is 53 feet long, eight feet from top to bottom, and six feet from front to back.
The Volcano at the Mirage Hotel and Casino
A man made volcano erupts every night right on the strip. Flames and smoke shoot from the top of this 54 foot volcano while molten lava flows down its sides. You can feel the heat from the flames on your face as you stand on the sidewalk.
Every 15 minutes from 7:00 p.m. to midnight
Tropical Rainforest at the Mirage Hotel and Casino
The Mirage Hotel and Casino has a indoor rainforest just inside the front entrance. A 100 foot high dome houses a waterfall, lagoons and a large variety of plant life. This attraction adds to the Mirage's tropical theme which includes the Volcano on the strip and the White Tiger Habitat.
Over 300 orchids and 1000 bromeliads are tended to by four full time gardeners. Bird of Paradise trees and 60 foot tall palm trees are also included in the rainforest.
The White Tiger Habitat at the Mirage
Every day, the public has a chance to view very rare White Tigers. These tigers are white with black stripes and have blue eyes. The open air environment has a swimming pool and simulated mountain terrain.
Siegfried and Roy acquired a pair of these tigers and have established their own breeding line. The tigers that are on view are rotated into the viewing area from the Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat.
Lion Habitat at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino
See lions playing, sleeping, lounging and interacting with the handlers. This 5,000 square foot glass enclosed habitat has a simulated jungle with a waterfall. The lions are not trained to perform tricks, but do like playing with bowling ***** thrown to them, and are directed only by voice and hand commands from the handlers. This very popular attraction can be found inside of the MGM Grand's main casino.
Masquerade Village Sky Show at the Rio Hotel and Casino
This Carnival-themed show features fantastic floats that ride on tracks above the casino floor. Energetic dancers in exotic masks and costumes throw beads into the crowd. Clowns and acrobats help boost the energy. There is also a multi-level main stage on the casino floor with a live band to provide the music for the show.
The show is about 20 minutes long. Try going to the upper level for a good view of the action.
You can also get in on the action yourself. For $9.95 you can get into costume and ride the floats. There is a three-foot height requirement. Tickets are available at the Rio Box Office and there is a limit of 21 riders per show.
Sirens of TI at Treasure Island Hotel and Casino
The Treasure Island Hotel and Casino describes its Sirens of TI show as a "modern musical-meets-action-movie spectacular". The shows features music, dancing, swordplay, acrobatics, pyrotechnics and even a full size ship sinking. The show is about 15 minutes long and features a group of scantily clad women fighting a band of pirates.
What used to be the Treasure Islands Pirates Battle was replaced by the Sirens of TI show as they try to get a more sexy image for the hotel and casino.
Every night at 7:00 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 10:00 p.m. and 11:30 p.m.
Others worth doing...
Gondola Rides at the Venetian
$15 per person. O Sole Mio! You will be the recipient of a vocal performance as your personal gondolier trained by masters in Venice, Italy takes you on a trip you will never forget. These crafts navigate the canals that run through the Grand Canal Shoppes located at the Venetian Hotel Casino. Reservations are required if you want a singing gondolier to take you on your journey.
Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat
This is a tropical paradise dedicated to the wild things. You will find many exotic animal breeds housed here, from elephants, panthers and leopards to Siegfried and Roy's rare and enchanting white tigers. This exhibit is presented in an effort to spotlight the need to protect vanishing breeds. Along with the land-based residents, visitors are invited to visit the intriguing Dolphin Habitat. You will thoroughly enjoy watching the antics of these amazing creatures that love to show off for onlookers. This attraction is located at the Mirage Hotel Casino
Shark Reef
This truly amazing state-of-the art aquarium has sharks, alligators, monitor lizards and other amazing creatures living in more than 1,000,000 gallons of salt water at the Mandalay Bay Resort. You will enjoy a beautiful display of blue sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, eels and a remarkable jellyfish display with black lights. Tickets are USD15.95 for adults; $9.95 for children 12 years and above and free for children younger than 4. This is a must-see exhibit for the whole family.
Free Transportation...
Excalibur-Luxor-Mandalay Bay Tram
A free tram run between the Excalibur, the Luxor and Mandalay Bay hotels.
The southbound tram runs only from the Excalibur to the Monte Carlo, but the northbound tram starts at Mandalay Bay, stops at Luxor and ends at the Excalibur. The shuttle runs every 3 to 7 minutes.
Hard Rock Shuttles
The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino offers free shuttles between the the hotel and several strip locations. The shuttle departs the hotel north of the main entrance of the casino on the hour and makes stops at Caesar's Palace Forum Shops at 10 minutes past the hour, The Fashion Show Mall at 15 minutes past the hour and The Stardust at 20 minutes past the hour. If you happen to see one of these purple shuttle buses between stops you may be able to flag it down and hop on.
10:00am to 7:00pm
Rio Suites and Harrah's Shuttles
Rio Suites offers free shuttles between the Rio and their sister properties on the strip: Caesar's Palace, Bally's, Paris and Harrah's. The shuttle runs roughly every 30 minutes, check with the hotels for details. No luggage is allowed on the shuttle.
Bellagio's to Monte Carlo Tram
A free tram runs on the west side of the strip between the the Bellagio and Monte Carlo.
The tram runs every ten minutes.
In the Bellagio the tram stop is located past the hotel lobby. In the Monte Carlo the tram station is through the Street of Dreams shop. The shuttle is a quick ride, only about a minute long and the tram leave every 90 seconds or so.
Mirage to Treasure Island Monorail
A free monorail runs on the west side of the strip between the the Mirage and Treasure Island. The ride takes about 4 minutes, and it can take 5 to 15 minutes between shuttles.
