Visiting Las Vegas Area

It’s spring in the Entertainment Capital of the World – so act accordingly! Las Vegas – whether you’re on spring break, a family vacation, or a romantic getaway – is bound to show you the time of your life. The largest city in Nevada, Vegas features legendary attractions like Fremont Street, the Neon Museum, and of course, the Las Vegas strip. Catch the fountain show at the Bellagio, grab a seat on the roller coaster at New York New York, and fill up on the buffet at the MGM Grand. Of course, Vegas has even more to offer than the strip – discover the museums, parks, and kid-friendly activities of Las Vegas.

Although known for its nightlife, Las Vegas is home to a number of great museums and cultural centers. One quirky stop in Vegas happens to be the National Atomic Testing Museum – an interactive institute focusing on the nuclear testing of the Nevada Test Site. Think Hills Have Eyes. Open daily, the museum covers 1951 to present day, with documentation, artifacts, and fascinating exhibits. Don’t miss the experience of Ground Zero Theater, and look forward to the Area 51: Myth or Reality exhibit on display now. Sign up for a guided tour – offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays – and grab yourself an Einstein souvenir from the National Atomic Testing Museum store.

As we all know, Vegas is not that much of a Sin City. Children are always welcome to check out lavish shopping malls, fun-themed restaurants, and a plethora of other kid-friendly activities in Las Vegas. Treat the kids to a day at the All-American Sportpark – where they can check out the NASCAR SpeedPark with its NASKART Stock Car. For more fun with the kids, let them explore the Lied Discovery Children’s Museum – open daily and featuring a number of exciting exhibits for the 2012 season. Check out Curious George: Let’s Get Curious! – on display at the Lied Discovery Children’s Museum until May 13th.

For a little outdoor recreation in Las Vegas, discover the many nearby state parks and conservation areas, all but a day trip away. Take a stroll through the Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park, or pump up the volume and visit the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area – found just 15 miles west of Las Vegas. At Red Rock Canyon, you can look forward to a day of hiking, biking, and horseback riding along the area’s many designated trails. Sport climbing is available in the Calico Hills and the Sandstone Quarry – while the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area also offers many climbing walls perfect for beginners.

Reap all the benefits of your spring trip to the Entertainment Capital of the World, and enjoy your stay in a Best Western hotel in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, or Henderson.

Las Vegas Area Hotel Map