8 days in Las Vegas Itinerary

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.

Step out of the city life by going to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Get a sense of the local culture at The Strip and The Neon Museum. Change things up with these side-trips from Las Vegas: Spring Mountains Visitor Center (in Mount Charleston), Boulder City (Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum & Hoover Dam) and Willow Beach (in Fort Mohave). Next up on the itinerary: see the interesting displays at The Mob Museum, pedal to the sights with Escape Adventures, try your luck at Bellagio Hotel and Casino, and don't miss a visit to Fountains of Bellagio.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Las Vegas trip planner.

If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiports are McCarran International Airport and Laughlin Bullhead International Airport. June in Las Vegas sees daily highs of 46°C and lows of 29°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can travel back home.