Introduction to Cheap Things to Do in Vegas
Las Vegas is one of the most popular tourist destinations in America. It’s located on the western edge of Nevada, just an hour’s drive from the airport.
The city has long been known for its high-end casinos and hotels, but there are plenty of other things to do besides gambling or eating at fancy restaurants. Here are some cheap ways to experience Las Vegas:
See the Bellagio fountains
The Bellagio fountains are free and on a schedule. They’re best viewed from the sidewalk in front of the Bellagio, but you can also see them outside if you’re willing to pay for tickets.
The best way to enjoy this show is by sitting on one of their benches and watching from there.
See The Volcano at The Mirage
The Mirage Volcano is one of the most iconic attractions in Las Vegas. It erupts every 30 minutes and is a great show for kids.
You can watch it from many places around the resort, but if you want to be closer to the action, you’ll want to head down to its special viewing area.
The view from there will give you a close-up look at what happens when magma meets water.
See the World’s Largest Gold Nugget
You can see the world’s largest gold nugget for free at the Gold and Silver Pawn Shop.
The item measures about 2 feet long and weighs about 160 pounds, so you’ll need to stay close to your guide if you want to take a good look at it.
The world’s largest gold nugget was found in Australia and is currently worth about $400,000.
The nugget wasn’t just found by accident; it took years of effort by miners before they finally struck gold.
See Fremont Street in Old Vegas
Fremont Street is the original Las Vegas Strip and is a great place to watch people. It’s also home to some of the best free shows in town.
Fremont Street runs parallel to Las Vegas Blvd., from downtown through Old Vegas. It can be seen from many places around town, but there are two main areas where you’ll find it: near Main Street Station and on Fremont East.
All days are good for walking or taking in street performers, but during weekends things start happening in this historic part of town.
There are some great restaurants here, too, and if you’re feeling hungry after dinner, take your dinner plate over and enjoy one of their famous lobster rolls while watching passersby dance around you.
Be a part of a TV show audience
If you’re a fan of any of the shows that are shot in Vegas, it’s worth bringing your camera and getting in on some photoshops.
There are plenty of opportunities to do so. The set of “The Big Bang Theory” is located at El Cortez Hotel and Casino, while the set for “The Walking Dead” is at The Linq Hotel & Casino.
You can also visit the set for “The Bachelor,” where contestants don’t go through their interviews until Juan Pablo Galavis has chosen them; this makes things easier because there aren’t many people around who know what happened during previous seasons.
If you find yourself unable to get close enough during one particular episode, consider going back later when filming has wrapped up for good.
You’ll likely still be able to get autographs from stars like Arie Luyendyk Jr., who’s currently playing Dr Chris Wolfe on ABC’s Bachelor In Paradise series.
Walk the Las Vegas Strip
If you’re planning on seeing all the major attractions, it might be nice to get an idea of how long your walking will take and what kinds of weather you’ll encounter along the way.
The Las Vegas Monorail runs between McCarran International Airport and Downtown Las Vegas.
Most hotels also have free maps that tell you where they are located on-site, so you don’t need to worry about trying to figure it out yourself.
Paris Las Vegas has two free tram tours every hour throughout its hotel: one at 9:30 am and another at 3 pm.
They run until 5 pm daily except Tuesday when they stop running at 4:30 pm due to maintenance work being done in their hotel rooms, which means this is an ideal time for people staying here who want something fun but isn’t sure if they’d like anything else after dinner yet.
Shop at Mercado de las Pulgas
The Mercado de las Pulgas is a flea market that’s open every Sunday from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm.
It’s located in the heart of Downtown Las Vegas, so you can enjoy all the action without walking too far.
The Mercado de las Pulgas has over 300 vendors selling everything from antiques to vintage clothing.
This is also an excellent place for shopping if you’re looking for something different than what’s available at Black Friday or Cyber Monday sales events.
Look out from the Eiffel Tower Experience
The Eiffel Tower Experience is located in Paris, Las Vegas, a new resort that opened in 2020.
The observation deck on the 63rd floor of this resort has an expansive view of the city and some of its most iconic landmarks, including The Strip and Caesars Palace.
The 360-degree views include both Las Vegas Boulevard as well as some surrounding areas like Hoover Dam and Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
You’ll also get great views of other major cities, including Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area and New York City.
Visit the Lion Habitat Ranch
The Lion Habitat Ranch is located in southern Nevada, about an hour’s drive from Las Vegas.
It’s a must-see for anyone who loves lions or wants to get up close to them. The ranch has been home to captive and free-roaming animals since 1964 when it was founded by Howard G. Buffett.
Once you’ve paid your admission fee, you’ll enter into what looks like a massive farmstead but don’t worry.
This isn’t just any old farm: The lion habitat ranch was designed specifically so that visitors could see how these animals live in their natural habitats without disturbing them too much.
There are several different types of habitats on site: open fields where lions roam freely, dens where they sleep during cold nights/early mornings, and caves where they hide during storms or sunsets.
See Conservatory & Botanical Gardens at Bellagio for free
The Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is open from 9 am – 11 pm every day of the year, but it’s especially popular during winter. The conservatory will be open during summertime until 9 pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
The gardens are also open on Sundays and Mondays during summer months (and closed throughout those holidays).
Catch the Silverton Aquarium Mermaid Show
The Silverton Aquarium Mermaid Show is a must-see if you’re in Vegas. It’s located at the Mirage Hotel and Casino, which has been called one of the best hotels in the world.
If you have yet to go there, make sure to check out their incredible aquarium before coming here.
The show includes mermaid dancers who perform acrobatic tricks while interacting with audience members, and they’re all very friendly.
You’ll see mermaids singing songs that range from traditional lullabies to contemporary hit songs; then, there’s also an amazing costume contest.
In addition to all this fun stuff, there are some interactive games like “catch me if you can”, where contestants try catching a mermaid and getting her attention by making noise or playing music, so she knows where they are.
This event happens multiple times throughout each day, so something new happens every time your visit ends up being extended into dinner time rather than just another performance session.
Take photos with King Tut and other celebrities
If you’re looking for something a little more unique than sitting in the casino and playing slots, here’s an idea: take photos with King Tut and other celebrities outside of Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum.
Elvis, Marilyn Monroe and Marilyn Monroe are just three of the many figures that have been immortalized at this popular attraction located on the Las Vegas Strip.
There are also other wax museums in Vegas if you want to experience some more local culture while visiting this city known as Sin City.
The Venetian has its collection of wax figures inside its Grand Canal Shoppes area called “The Palazzo,” which includes celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio and George Clooney, among others.
Check out the Art-o-mat machines in downtown Las Vegas
Art-o-mat is a vending machine that sells art. You can find them in downtown Las Vegas, which is an easy walk from the Fremont Street Experience.
In fact, you might want to walk there because it’s one of our favorite things about being in Vegas
Conclusion
The bottom line is that you can do a lot in Vegas for less than you think. There are many things to do and see, and I hope this list helps you find your next adventure.
