51 Fun Things to Do in Vegas Off the Strip Visual Story

By Alli Sewell

Introduction

51 Fun Things to Do in Vegas Off the Strip Visual Story

Try some of these 51 fun things to do in Vegas off the Strip, especially...

THING TO DO 1

Visit Hoover Dam

Hoover Dam is one of the most-visited Nevada attractions and one of the most famous...

THING TO DO 2

Check out the Fremont Street Experience

Fremont Street is a well-known spot off of the Las Vegas Strip. Being in Old...

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THING TO DO 3

Appreciate the Seven Magic Mountains installation

Seven Magic Mountains is an art installation featuring seven brightly-colored boulder towers in the desert...

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THING TO DO 4

Rise above Vegas on a hot air balloon

When tourists want to view the city they're visiting from above, they often opt for...

THING TO DO 5

Hike at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is a popular Las Vegas landmark found off the...

THING TO DO 6

Learn about atomic weapons at the National Atomic Testing Museum

The Atomic Testing Museum is found about a ten-minute drive off of the Strip. The...

THING TO DO 7

Explore Spring Mountains National Recreation Area

Spring Mountains National Recreation Area is another of the great outdoor places to visit in...

THING TO DO 8

Interact with nature at Springs Preserve

Springs Preserve is a 180-acre site with a museum, botanic garden, butterfly habitat, and nature...

THING TO DO 9

Enjoy watersports at Lake Mead

Lake Mead is a reservoir formed by Hoover Dam. It also happens to be the...

THING TO DO 10

View old illuminations at the Neon Museum

The Neon Museum is home to an array of old Las Vegas signage. Signs to...

THING TO DO 11

Take in the beauty of Valley of Fire State Park

Valley of Fire State Park is one more of the stunning parks close to the...

THING TO DO 12

Discover Vegas' dark side at the Mob Museum

The Mob Museum is another fascinating museum in Las Vegas that's 10-minutes from the Strip...

THING TO DO 13

Marvel at the amazing Grand Canyon National Park

The Grand Canyon is one of the most famous landmarks in North America. Despite being...

THING TO DO 14

Go canyoneering at Zion National Park

Zion National Park features a range of activities to try and is located in Utah...

THING TO DO 15

Bounce around at an indoor trampoline park

Jumping around at a trampoline park is one of the fun things to do in...

THING TO DO 16

Tour Death Valley National Park

Death Valley National Park is a vast West Coast National Park that spans California and...

THING TO DO 17

Taste sweet treats at the Ethel M Chocolates Factory

The Ethel M Chocolates Factory and Botanical Cactus Garden is located a 20-minute drive from...

THING TO DO 18

Snap a picture with the Welcome to Las Vegas sign

Located 10 minutes away from the main part of the Las Vegas Strip, viewing and...

THING TO DO 19

Kayak at Emerald Cove

Emerald Cove is a stunning emerald blue lake found in the Colorado River canyon wall...

THING TO DO 20

Ride an ATV through sand dunes

If you're a thrill-seeker, then riding an ATV through sand dunes is a must. With...

THING TO DO 21

Spend some time at Floyd Lamb Park

Floyd Lamb Park is located about a 40-minute drive from the Strip in Tule Springs...

THING TO DO 22

Take a trip to Joshua Tree National Park

If you like outdoor attractions and are willing to drive a little, a trip to...

THING TO DO 23

Marvel at Fly Geyser

Another of the things to do in Las Vegas outside the Strip is going to...

THING TO DO 24

Drive luxury race cars

Just off the Strip, you'll find the Las Vegas Motor Speedway venue. This attraction hosts...

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THING TO DO 25

Jog, hike, or bike at Exploration Peak Park

One of the things to do in Vegas off of the Strip for those looking...

THING TO DO 26

Explore Great Basin National Park

For those willing to go on longer trips, heading to Great Basin National Park is...

THING TO DO 27

Play laser tag

Whether you're traveling with kids or not, a game of laser tag is always a...

THING TO DO 28

Go on a pop art walking tour of Old Las Vegas

Old Las Vegas has an array of interesting signs, landmarks, and street art murals. A...

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THING TO DO 29

Look around the Rhyolite Ghost Town

Rhyolite was a town built in 1904 to accommodate those moving west due to the...

THING TO DO 30

Spot wildlife at the Mojave National Preserve

Located one hour from Las Vegas in Southern California, the Mojave National Preserve is a...

THING TO DO 31

Try indoor skydiving

If you enjoy adventure activities, one of the fun things to do off the Strip...

THING TO DO 32

Experience the Clown Motel

Known as The World Famous Clown Motel, this Tonopah attraction is an interesting sight to...

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THING TO DO 33

Learn about wildlife at Clark County Wetlands Park

The Clark County Wetlands Park has wildlife habitats, walking trails, and an educational nature center...

THING TO DO 34

Search for aliens at Area 51 and the Extraterrestrial Highway

Area 51 is a site that interests almost everyone. When in Vegas, you can visit...

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THING TO DO 35

Marvel at the lights show at Mystic Falls Park

The Mystic Falls Park lights show at Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling Hall is one...

THING TO DO 36

Visit the International Car Forest of the Last Church

Another of the interesting landmarks off of the Vegas Strip is the International Car Forest...

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THING TO DO 37

Grab a drink at Pioneer Saloon

Pioneer Saloon is one of the most iconic bars in Nevada. It's found 35 minutes...

THING TO DO 38

Go on a trip to Los Angeles

Los Angeles is relatively close to Las Vegas, making it the perfect place to go...

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See Sin City from above on a helicopter tour

An exciting activity to book when in Vegas is going on a nighttime helicopter tour...

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Marvel at the beautiful Antelope Canyon

Antelope Canyon is one of the most spectacular landmarks in Arizona. The colorful canyon consists...

THING TO DO 41

Attempt to break free from an escape room

One of the newer Vegas attractions off the Strip is a SAW-themed escape room. Found...

THING TO DO 42

Head to the Calico Ghost Town

Another "ghost town" near Las Vegas is the Calico Ghost Town. This landmark is in...

THING TO DO 43

Shop and dine at Town Square Las Vegas

Town Square is an open-air entertainment, shopping, and dining complex found about 10 minutes from...

THING TO DO 44

Discover artworks in the desert

Another of the unique Vegas off the Strip things to do is going to the...

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THING TO DO 45

Taste delicious wines on a desert winery tour

A fun fact about Las Vegas that many don't know is that the city has...

THING TO DO 46

Explore Eldorado Canyon

Eldorado Canyon features red rock mountains and a desert landscape, It's also known as being...

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THING TO DO 47

Dine at some of the best restaurants in Chinatown

Chinatown Plaza is another of the many places to visit in Las Vegas off the...

THING TO DO 48

Hang out at the Downtown Container Park

The Downtown Container Park is one of the best Las Vegas attractions off the Strip...

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THING TO DO 49

Sip local wines at the Pahrump Valley Winery

Another top place near Vegas for wine tasting is the Pahrump Valley Winery. The winery...

THING TO DO 50

Relax at the Red Rock Casino, Resort, & Spa

The majority of visitors to Vegas will choose to stay at hotels on the Strip...

THING TO DO 51

Dare to look around the Old Tonopah Cemetery

The Tonopah Cemetery is a fascinating yet spooky landmark, found near to the equally interesting...

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