Downtown Las Vegas Travel Guide

Las Vegas

Downtown Las Vegas which includes signage as well as a small group of people
Downtown Las Vegas
Downtown Las Vegas
Downtown Las Vegas
Downtown Las Vegas

Step off the Strip and into the original and authentic heart of Las Vegas, where smoky bars, quirky museums and family-friendly attractions exist side by side. 

Downtown Las Vegas is one of this lively city’s hippest places to visit. Stroll the streets and soak up the buzz of outdoor concerts, eat in one of the inexpensive but stylish restaurants or enjoy some real Vegas entertainment in the Fremont East District. Discover unusual museums, lounge in intimate cocktail bars or go in search of the largest golden nugget in existence.

The Mob MuseumOpens in a new window is one of the biggest draws of Downtown Las Vegas. Delve into the murky world of organized crime in the U.S. at this fascinating museum. Housed in a historic federal courthouse where mobsters were tried and condemned in the 1950s, it is filled with multimedia exhibits and interactive displays.

To experience the true, gritty Downtown Las Vegas, head to Fremont East District in the heart of the neighborhood. Here find comedy clubs and jazz nightclubs, with music and entertainment venues to suit all tastes. The Fremont Street ExperienceOpens in a new window is a must-do. Be amazed at the free nightly shows which see 12.5 million lights and 550,000 watts of sound come together to create the Viva Vision extravaganza.

Head to the family-friendly Downtown Container Park for boutique shopping, dining and a children’s play area, all housed within stacks of shipping containers. Alternatively, peruse the works at the Arts Factory, where artists, architects, photographers and graphic designers display their creations.

For a true slice of Las Vegas eccentricity, visit the Golden Nugget, a luxury hotel and casino. Dare to enter the vast shark aquarium, indulge in the spa or simply view the biggest golden nugget in existence. It was found with a metal detector and weighs a whopping 61 pounds (28 kilograms).

Take advantage of the good public transportation connections to Downtown Las Vegas. If you’re driving, use the on-street or valet parking options. Enjoy the raucous bars and entertainment by leaving the car behind and heading off on foot.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Downtown Las Vegas

Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino

Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino

4 out of 5
129 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Las Vegas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (11,652 reviews)
"It was okay. Good places to eat inside of casino but the rooms are not so great. Kinda dirty,no coffee maker or refrigerator in the rooms"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
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3.5 out of 5
301 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV
The price is ₹2,254 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
₹2,254
₹6,446 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Las Vegas. Enjoy 3 restaurants, a casino and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,369 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

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Circa Resort & Casino – Adults Only

Circa Resort & Casino – Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
8 Fremont Street, Las Vegas, NV
The price is ₹10,278 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹10,278
₹16,494 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Las Vegas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 outdoor pools and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,981 reviews)
Fun Birthday Weekend with Friends
"Had a great stay. Check-in was super fast (less than 5 mins). Room was great and the poolside view was fun to see all day and night. Party starts early so if you are a light sleeper pick the quiet side of the hotel. Barry's was great and the Casino is really clean and classy."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Circa Resort & Casino – Adults Only
Plaza Hotel & Casino

Plaza Hotel & Casino

4 out of 5
1 Main Street, Las Vegas, NV
The price is ₹2,487 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹2,487
₹6,617 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Las Vegas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a casino and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,862 reviews)
"Great hotel! Only issue was the elevator was broke down at 2am. Was on the 19th floor and had to take the stairs. But the hotel refunded a credit for one nights convenience fees!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Plaza Hotel & Casino
El Cortez Hotel and Casino - 21 and Over

El Cortez Hotel and Casino - 21 and Over

3 out of 5
600 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Las Vegas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (6,574 reviews)
"It was really nice."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

El Cortez Hotel and Casino - 21 and Over
Fremont Hotel & Casino

Fremont Hotel & Casino

3 out of 5
200 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV
The price is ₹3,248 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
₹3,248
₹6,987 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Las Vegas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 8 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,291 reviews)
Surprisingly good
"The room was surprisingly small. Outside of that the room was extremely comfortable and surprisingly quiet in comparison to our location to Fremont Street. The only issues were the room and bathroom size and the shower head allowed for very little water pressure."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Fremont Hotel & Casino
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Las Vegas

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Arts District

If you're spending some time in Arts District, Studio West Photography and Arts Factory are top sights worth seeing.

Arts District
Stratosphere Tower which includes a skyscraper, modern architecture and a city

Gateway District

If you're spending some time in Gateway District, Stratosphere Tower and Casino at the Stratosphere are top sights worth seeing.

Gateway District
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Beverly Green

While Beverly Green isn't home to many top sights, Stratosphere Tower and Sahara Las Vegas Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.

Beverly Green
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Rancho Oakey

4/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Rancho Oakey, Las Vegas Springs Preserve and Clark County Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Rancho Oakey
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Winchester

3/5(6 area reviews)

Visitors to Winchester enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Boulder Strip is worth a stop.

Winchester
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Las Vegas Strip

4.5/5(1,098 area reviews)

Visitors to Las Vegas Strip rave about its fantastic nightlife, great live music and first-class casinos. You might also want to make some time to see Colosseum at Caesars Palace or The Linq while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Las Vegas Strip


Downtown Las Vegas Travel Guide