Things to do in Las Vegas
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Graceland Wedding Chapel
Offering the original Elvis impersonator wedding (from $199) for over 50 years. If it’s good enough for rock stars, then it’s probably good enough for you, too.
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Little Church of the West
Beginners’ wedding packages cost just $199 at this quiet, quaint little wooden chapel built in 1942, in the shadow of the South Strip, as seen in the classic Elvis movie Viva Las Vegas. Spanish- and French-speaking ministers are available (by reservation only).
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In-N-Out Burger
At California’s famous In-N-Out, where the beef patties are never frozen and the potatoes are hand-diced daily, there’s a secret menu. Ask for your burger ‘animal style’ (with mustard, an onion-grilled bun and extra-special sauce).
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Excalibur
Faux drawbridges and Arthurian legends aside, the medieval caricature castle known as Excalibur epitomizes gaudy Vegas. Down on the Fantasy Faire Midway are buried ye- olde carnival games, with joystick joys and motion-simulator ridefilms hiding in the Wizard's Arcade. The dinner show, Tournament of Kings, is more of a demolition derby with more hooves than a flashy Vegas production.
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3-Day National Parks Camping Tour: Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce Canyon and Monument Valley from Las Vegas
3 days, 2 nights (Departs Las Vegas, Nevada)
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See popular highlights of the Southwest on a 3-day national parks tour from Las Vegas! On this fun-filled camping adventure, you'll discover the incredible…Not LP reviewed
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Las Vegas Wedding at the Graceland Wedding Chapel
2 hours (Departs Las Vegas, Nevada)
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Exchange marriage vows at the Graceland Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas, the wedding capital of the world. Countless celebrity couples have walked down the aisle…Not LP reviewed
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Stratosphere Tower
The world’s highest thrill rides await, a whopping 110 stories above the Strip. Big Shot straps riders into completely exposed seats that zip up the tower’s pinnacle, while Insanity spins riders out over the tower’s edge. Views from xScream are good, but the ride itself is a dud. If you want an adrenaline rush, save your dough for the SkyJump instead.
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Men of Sapphire
You can get one-on-one action with the Men of Sapphire, including Mr Nevada and other beefy men who strip and give lap dances upstairs at Sapphire.
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Zumanity
A sensual and sexy adult-only show at New York-New York.
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Mesa Grill
While New York star chef Bobby Flay doesn't cook on the premises, his bold signature menu of Southwestern fusion fare lives up to the hype.
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Manhattan Express Rollercoaster
A small taste of the New York of old, when your life would flash before your eyes on a regular basis, the Manhattan Express Rollercoaster is twisty fun.
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Firefly
Locals seem to agree on one thing about the Vegas food scene: a meal at Firefly can be twice as much fun as an overdone Strip restaurant, and half the price. Is that why it's always hopping? Nosh on traditional Spanish tapas, while the bartender pours sangria and flavor-infused mojitos.
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Roxy’s Diner
Every place in Vegas has a gimmick. At this ’50s-style rock ‘n’ roll diner, servers drop everything to perform song-and-dance numbers straight out of Grease. It’s hilarious fun, but it sure does slow service down. Copious comfort food tastes just about right for the prices. Blue-plate specials won’t leave you hungry, and super-thick milkshakes come with silver sidecars, just like when you were a kid.
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Contemporary Arts Collective
One of the most established art galleries at the Arts Factory is the nonprofit Contemporary Arts Collective, which boasts high-quality, engagingly curated exhibits of works by emerging city artists. Trifecta Gallery hosts a variety of national and international artists. S₂ Art Center & Atelier produces limited-edition, fine-art lithographs using antique presses.
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MGM Grand Lion Habitat
Inside the casino, this glass-walled habitat showcases up to six magnificent felines daily, all descendants of the movie company's original mascot. The kid-friendly, tropical-themed Rainforest Cafe is nearby.
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Forum Shops
Franklins fly out of Fendi bags faster at Caesars' fancifully gaudy re-creation of an ancient Roman market, housing 160 catwalk designer emporia.
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Blue Man Group
A bizarre trio of iconic blue-headed, non-speaking, comedic percussionists mix mind-bending audiovisual displays with extraordinarily juvenile behavior. Sit in the front rows to be the recipient of catapulted Jell-O tubs, hurled marshmallows or paint splattering off the tops of snare drums. The show may be a family crowd-pleaser, but the talent leaves a lot to be desired.
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Tao
Feng-shui design pervades this over-the-top bistro, where a ginormous Buddha floats above an infinity pool. Tableside dim sum service uses traditional carts, or feast on filet mignon with udon noodles or Peking duck. A full bar stocks premium sake labels. Reservations essential, but difficult to score. Dress to impress, as it’s a launching pad for Tao nightclub.
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Miracle Mile Shops
A staggering 1.5 miles long; get a tattoo, drink and rock star duds.
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Bad Attitude Boutique
Pros swear by BE for business attire. It’s heavy on theme wear – lots of cheerleader and schoolgirl outfits. Next door, Bad Attitude Boutique makes custom-made corsets and bustiers, goth fetish wear and burlesque fashions, while neighboring Red Shoes stocks knee-high boots, stripper stilettos and glittery platforms.
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Aureole
Chef Charlie Palmer’s seasonally inspired tasting menus (from $95), which show off dishes like saffron seafood chowder and maple-nut baklava, are not always artfully executed. But it’s worth ordering wine just to watch catsuit-clad ‘wine angels’ ascend the four-story tower. Extensive wine list, upscale dress. Reservations essential.
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Carrot Top
Even if his TV commercials annoyed you to death, this wild and curly orange-haired comedian’s shtick could leave your side split and your gut busted. The fast-paced show runs the audience ragged with physical props, some dark and twisted stand-up humor and merciless skewering of pop stars, Hollywood celebs and politicians.
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Grand Canal Shoppes
Living statues and mezzo-sopranos stroll along the cobblestone walkways of this Italianate indoor mall, winding past 85 upscale shops like BCBG, Burberry, Godiva, Jimmy Choo and Sephora.
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Il Fornaio
Feast on wood-fired pizzas, salads and pastas, or make a meal of the antipasti platter with scallops wrapped in pancetta, baked eggplant, truffled cheeses and more. Delectable, fresh-baked breakfast goodies such as lemon-pecan scones are also available at ll Fornaio Paneterria, near the hotel lobby.
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Clark County Museum
On the valley outskirts, this humble but jam-packed museum merits a stop en route to Hoover Dam. Inside you’ll find exhibits on the history of Las Vegas as an ancient sea, Native American camp and Western frontier town. Step outside the museum onto Heritage St and walk through beautifully restored historic houses.
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