Las Vegas, the largest city in Nevada, is one of the most charming vacation destinations not only in the USA but also the world over. Locally, it is also famous as ‘Vegas”. It has a subtropical hot desert climate and teems with mountains, hills, parks, skate parks, dog parks, soccer fields, football fields, swimming pools and much more. It is also famous for fine dining, shopping, gambling, nightlife and entertainment.  Regarding accommodations for tourists, various types of vacation home rentals in Las Vegas—villas, cottages, condos and cabins—are available at very affordable prices.

Why Visit Las Vegas?

There are many reasons why you should visit Vegas: excellent weather conditions year-round, fascinating history, avant-garde art and galleries, exotic attractions, colorful festivals and events, salivation-inducing foods and proximity to other vacation destinations.

Things to Visit in Las Vegas

Las Vegas boasts many dazzling attractions that have made it one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world. Those that you must add to your itinerary include the following:

Mandalay Bay and the Shark Reef Aquarium: Located at the southwest end of the Strip, this is an amazing attraction in Vegas. It features a huge 1,300,000-gallon tank that contains a large variety of marine invertebrates, reptiles, rays, fish and sharks. Here, you will find a hundred sharks from fifteen different species and over 2, 000 animals.  The Shark Tunnel is the most attractive feature of this aquarium. It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

Mob Museum: Also famous as the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, this is a unique museum in the state of Nevada. Accommodated inside a 1933 neoclassical building, it has its own history and heritage. It throws light on the history of the mob in the US through video clips and interactive displays. Exhibits placed here depict everything from events to fashion, culture and characters.

Caesar's Palace and the Colosseum: As one of the best hotel resorts in Las Vegas, this palace continues to be a great attraction for travelers. At present, it is a huge complex located in the midst of the Strip. It is also related to the programs and shows that are organized in ‘the Colosseum.’ Top actors, including Elton John and Celine Dion, show their performance. If you want to see such a performance, you should check out dates and availability of tickets at the earliest.

Bellagio Resort and Fountain Show: This is a very large hotel complex that features many attractions—the Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art, salon, spa and some top-rated restaurants in Las Vegas. There also exists a showroom that exhibits fascinating arts and botanical displays. The fountain show is the most impressive feature of this fountain. The dancing fountains are shown performing a display of water, in front of the Bellagio.

Venetian Hotel and Gondola Rides: As one of the best resorts in Vegas, this hotel has many interesting attractions. A themed shopping arcade is one of the attractions with gondoliers, canals and blue skies, present inside it. The Venetian Gondola rides are an ideal way to see the features of this complex. Boat rentals are available for taking passengers on a ride through the shopping arcade present inside the hotel.

Beaches near Las Vegas

Beaches are the best places for travelers to get respite from the scorching sun of summer. The best beaches that are furnished with the modern amenities include the following:

The Beach Club Pool: As one of the best beaches in Las Vegas, this beach is surrounded by jungle-like gardens which give access to travelers to enjoy water slides. They should book a 6-luxury cabana before going to this beach. It is a family-oriented beach with splish-splash activities and comfortable accommodations.

Tao Beach: This is an ideal beach with all the essentials that travelers require to have the time of their lives—an amazing landscape, daybeds, bungalows and music. In addition, it is very peaceful with cool sand and tall trees.   

Laguna Beach: As the nearest beach to Vegas, this is a great beach for travelers to hang out. It gets plenty of sunshine and has cool sand and crystal clear water. It also boasts the Laguna Art Museum, where you can see many ancient artefacts and figurines

VooDoo Beach: This is also an amazing beach that has four swimming pools with waterfalls and Jacuzzis. Travelers can cool their jets by a poolside massage. Tanning activity is also available here. The minimum age for vacationers is twenty-one years.

Best Time to Visit Las Vegas

In terms of weather, tourism and safety, there are two best times to visit Las Vegas—from March to May and from September to November. During these times, the weather remains moderate and pleasant, so tourists can enjoy a great vacation. Nevertheless, travel deals are available throughout the year.

How to Visit Las Vegas?

Whether you are a national or international traveler, you can easily access Las Vegas. The chief airports located here are Jean Airport, North Las Vegas Airport, Henderson Executive Airport and McCarran International Airport. The local means of transportation include buses, taxis and cars.

Vacation Home Rentals in Las Vegas

FindAmericanRentals, one of the best Las Vegas vacation rentals by owner, offers no-booking-fee vacation rentals to travelers at very affordable prices. Our vacation rental services are available around the clock, so you can contact us anytime to book your accommodations.