When To Visit Las Vegas

Las Vegas never sleeps, it is open 24 hours a day. The sin city as people call it, is busy all year round regardless of the season. The best time to visit is Spring and Fall. The two seasons are a pleasant time of year. The weather is wonderful because it’s not to hot and not to cold. While the summer season is a scorcher and is often at time over 100 degrees. It can be very hot during the daytime, but you can get into a casino fairly quickly to cool off. 

There are countless hotels and resorts on the Las Vegas Strip. But for a first timer we recommend staying somewhere in the center of the strip. Staying in these areas are easy for you to access most of the casinos, and attractions which will save you on travel time. You can’t really go wrong by staying in the below hotels.

Where to Stay In Las Vegas 

The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas- is definitely a first-class property if you are looking for where to stay in Las Vegas. It is one of the most highly rated luxury hotel and casino with the ultimate five-star experience. From their accommodations, amenities, pools, boutiques, private terraces, and casino. The location is outstandingly convenient for everything. The view from the hotel room of the Bellagio fountain was phenomenal. 

Other great options for higher end hotels: The Venetian Resort Las Vegas and Bellagio Las Vegas. 

For more mid budget options, we would recommend staying at the Flamingo Hotel, Excalibur, Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Casino. The location is located in the center of the Strip and are reasonably priced. 

Harrah’s Las Vegas Hotel and Casino – one of the most popular picks for travelers looking for a slightly cheaper accommodation. The property is a little outdated, but the prices are reasonable. However, parking is $18 a day. Rooms are spacious and very suitable for families. Staff are very welcoming. They were very knowledgeable about the area and very helpful.  

Getting Around the City

The nearest airport is McCarran Airport, and it normally costs you around $25 to get from the airport to downtown Las Vegas. You can also book a rental car for getting around Las Vegas and nearby locations. The rental car price can go as low as $35 a day. While taxis in Las Vegas are $3.50 starting out with normal tariff being $3.25 per additional mile. Nearly every hotel will have a taxi stand and there is usually a taxi waiting to serve you. Ridesharing is also an option and are cheaper than taxis. 

Once you’re on the strip, there is only one way to live the full experience in Las Vegas and that is put on some comfortable shoes and get to walking. The traffic here can be a pain at times and its best to just skip the driving if you can. In general, walking is probably the best option and faster than having to drive to the strip. But if you’re planning to get to some location, you’ll still need the transport for getting around Las Vegas. 

You can also save your feet by using the public transportation system that’s nearby. The bus system in Vegas has two types. The double decker buses which are known as “The Deuce”, and the articulated buses known as "Strip and Downtown Express (SDX)”. The all-day pass is $8, and you can use it to get around downtown. 

Another option is the monorail and tram. The monorail is located on the East Side of the Strip. And it runs behind the MGM Hotel all the way to the Sahara Hotel with 7 stops in between. The price is reasonably $5 one way, and $13 for a day pass. Multiple days pass are also available. 

While the tram is located on the West Side of The Strip and is free. The only downside to that is its segmented meaning you will have to find your way to get on and off between each stop. 

Things To Do

Here are some of the things that you can do in Las Vegas as first-time visitors:

• You can visit the Hoover Dam which is located about 40 miles from the Strip. It’s a quick drive from Las Vegas and I highly recommend taking the time to visit it while your there. The engineering marvel is truly amazing and with a spectacular view of the Dam and the Colorado River. Us is the second highest bridge in the United States and very breathtaking when looking down on the river below. A visit to the Dam is free if you are self-driving with lots of parking available. The visitor center will cost you about $10.00. Guided tours are also available from Las Vegas to the Hoover Dam at a reasonable price. Besides you can couple the Hoover Dam with a trip to The Grand Canyon. We recommend staying at least one night at the Grand Canyon as the journey can take up to 14 hours. If possible, get a rental car and spend a few days in Arizona. 
• Visit the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign. One of the best stops to have while visiting. Its an iconic landmark in Las Vegas and is definitely a quick must do while in town. The sign is located just south of the Mandalay Bay Casino and Resort. But it is a short walking distance, so you are advisable to drive. You can take unlimited selfies but are advised to go early in the morning or late in the afternoon if you want pictures without the big crowd and without the long wait time. The queue can get very long, most people take about 20 minutes for a photoshoot and then go. The spot does have about 20 spots for parking while fill up quickly. 
• See a Show. While visiting we recommend seeing the Cirque du Soleil The Beatles LOVE show. It is located at the Mirage Hotel and Casino. It is set to an iconic soundtrack. The Beatles LOVE by Cirque du Soleil is a multi-sensory journey. The three-time Grammy award winning soundscape sets the backdrop for thrilling aerial acrobatics, daring trampoline, and roller skate acts, and much more. Discover the psychedelic, captivating, immersive, and technological wonder that has excited and delighted more than 10 million guests. This theatre in the round spectacle continues to be one of the most celebrated shows in the world.