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5 Of The Best Museums And Cultural Hotspots To Visit On Your First Trip To Las Vegas
19.05.2024 - 18:45 / forbes.com / Andy Warhol
Plotting your first trip to Las Vegas probably looks something like eating, drinking, beach club, casino, and repeat, right? Las Vegas isn’t called Sin City for nothing; it really is one of the best places in the country to let your hair down and have fun.
That said—if you tend to add the odd museum or gallery to your itinerary when traveling, you’d be amiss to skip that step when planning your trip to Las Vegas. Here are some of the best cultural hot spots to visit on and off the Strip:
Art lovers flock to the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art like moths to a flame—and for good reason. With permanent pieces from the likes of Dale Chihuly and featured extended exhibitions from internationally renowned artists like Yayoi Kusama and Andy Warhol, the ever-changing displays of world-class art are a must-see if you find yourself in Las Vegas.
A quick commute from The Strip will bring you to the Neon Museum Las Vegas. Exactly as it sounds, this iconic museum boasts retired signs from old casinos and other businesses. The independent non-profit museum considers the signs artistically and historically significant to the culture of the city and each and every sign is carefully preserved in its original state.
No doubt you’ll be staying on or near the Las Vegas Strip—but take the time to really look at it for what it is. It may seem gloriously tacky at first glance, but it’s well worth doing a deep dive into its unique architecture. From replica cities like New York-New York Hotel & Casino and Paris Las Vegas, to the striking fountains at the Bellagio and the kitschy turrets at the Excalibur, each hotel has something completely unique to offer—and can make for quite the trip if you let it, especially after a few cocktails.
Nature activities may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you’re planning a trip to Las Vegas but stepping outside of the city and taking in the dizzying desert landscape is well worth it. Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is known for its jaw-dropping red sandstone peaks and canyons, seasonal waterfalls and hiking trails for all skill levels.
Getting married in Las Vegas has become a pop culture touchstone—it’s quicker than planning a wedding back home and way more fun than heading to city hall. If you’re not looking to tie the knot but you want the photos and memories of an Elvis-themed ceremony, many wedding chapels in Vegas, including the Graceland Wedding Chapel, perform commitment ceremonies or friendship ceremonies, so you can still say your vows in front of Elvis without anything legally binding.
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