Two full days in Vegas, what would you do?

[Major Nikon]

I'm not a big fan of Vegas, but it looks like I have a 4 day business trip there with two down days in the middle with nothing to do.

I hate gambling so I won't be doing any of that. I'm looking for shows or other activities that are worth seeing. As far as shows go, I'm thinking some sort of comedy or theater would be my first pick, but open to anything entertaining. I'm not as thrilled about seeing octogenarian performers, tribute shows, or magic.

It will be next week so not much lead time.

[leftieNanner]

1. Hoover Dam

I haven't been there yet myself, but my daughter went last year and said it was fascinating.

The aquarium at Mandalay Bay is very cool as well.

We're going down in March for the Pac 12 women's basketball tournament. I'm not much of a Vegas fan myself.

[Major Nikon]

10. I've taken a tour of Glen Canyon dam

I'm pretty sure it's almost the same as Hoover. It was worth touring one of these dams.

I love acquariums so I'll probably check out Mandalay Bay. I'm not sure where I'm staying yet, but probably on or close to the strip, so hopefully within walking distance.

[leftieNanner]

12. We saw Keith Urban last year

At Planet Hollywood. It was really good. I never realized what a fine musician he is.

[leftieNanner]

2. For good deals on shows

Day-of tickets are cheap on Vegas.com

[Colorado Liberal]

3. The Neon Museum

The boneyard at night has remnants of old neon signs from now-defunct businesses and casinos. I thought it was pretty cool.

[dem4decades]

4. I enjoyed the Mob Museum. And Red Rock canyon, Hoover Dam too

Then again, see if Big Elvis is playing. We also went up in the Eifel Tower at night and watched the water show at the Belliogio it was cold but worth it.

[lapfog_1]

5. the zipline downtown

in the Fremont Street Experience is worth it.

depending on your tolerance for heights, the Stratosphere is good... but I think they closed all of the rides at the top.

Monterey Bay Aquarium

I haven't checked it out yet, but a friend of mine went to the Sphere ( not a show, just a tour ) and said it was pretty good too.

I like the Cirque de Soleil shows, but your tastes might run different.

Long time ago I love Blue Man Group but I think the show has run its course.

[DetroitLegalBeagle]

6. The wife and I are there often

The Neon museum at night is cool to go to.
Penn and Teller have a great show. We go to it every year.
My wife loves the Beatles Love show.
The Pinball Hall of Fame is cool if you like playing pinball.
There is an aquarium at Mandalay Bay that's nice.
The Mob Museum downtown is cool. Plus they have a speakeasy in the basement.
If you are into science stuff, the Atomic Testing Museum is also cool. Lots of stuff related to the nuclear testing they did in Nevada.
Area15 is a cool spot. There is a few things there like MeowWolfs Omega Mart, which is a interactive art exhibit.

[DinahMoeHum]

7. Go to a tiki bar or two.

In particular, Frankie's and Golden Tiki. Great Asian restaurants in the neighborhood of the latter.

[mahatmakanejeeves]

8. Go skiing or snowboarding.

Unfortunately, it appears that, unlike Salt Lake City and Denver, it’s not on a public transit route.

https://www.leecanyonlv.com/transportation-lodging/

[Callalily]

9. Valley of Fire State Park

A bit north of Las Vegas, may 40 minute drive, but it's worth it!

[Major Nikon]

11. Thanks for all the ideas

I'll definitely be checking out as much as I can

[mdmc]

13. When I lived in Vegas

I would take trips up to Mount Charleston to get off of the strip and out of the heat