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Las Vegas is like the world’s biggest playground where anyone can find excitement and entertainment. Of course, gaming enthusiasts have a world of choice at their door, but there are also first class restaurants by celebrity chefs, spectacular international shows and the vast Nevada desert for nature lovers and adventurers. Below we list just a few of the things there are to see and do in Las Vegas as recommended by our concierge, who will be delighted to help you make the most of your Vegas vacation.

Things to Do

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Stroll The Strip

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Once the sun goes down, take a stroll along The Strip, which comes alive with millions of lights, dancing fountains, volcanoes, pirate ships and the Eiffel Tower - all on one street.

Go Back to Nature

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Las Vegas visitors will find a wide range of fantastic natural attractions available for a day trip away from The Strip. Nearby Red Rock Canyon offers a geological marvel right in the middle of the desert. For the slightly more adventurous, the powerful and inspiring setting of the Grand Canyon can be accessed in a day’s drive or helicopter ride. Ask our concierge to recommend a day trip and help arrange transportation.

Red Rock: About a 45 minute drive West of the City.
Grand Canyon: About a five-hour drive from Las Vegas; The Hoover Dam can be seen on the way to the Canyon.

Get Smart

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Before you head to the tables, head back to school – gaming school. Newcomers are advised to learn the rules of each game before playing; allow our concierge to arrange for free lessons in a variety of games.

Compare Collections

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There are plenty of museums, galleries and attractions to fulfill your intellectual needs in Las Vegas. Plan a visit to a few sights including the Atomic Testing Museum, The Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art or the Liberace Museum adding a new dimension to your vacation. Ask our concierge for a list and recommendations.

Things to See

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Cirque du Soleil

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Cirque du Soleil is known for thrilling Las Vegas audiences with extreme acrobatics and fantastic scores. The newest Cirque du Soleil production is a hip-shaking, all-rockin’ tribute to Elvis Presley, and the sixth permanent Cirque show in Las Vegas, featuring The King’s greatest hits, eye-popping choreography, and fantastic costumes. (Opening December 2009).

Location - within CityCenter and connected to the hotel by walkway

CityCenter Fine Art Collection

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The newest addition to the Vegas skyline is an amazing complex that features the visionary work of the world’s foremost architects and also displays an amazing display of fine art by the most celebrated artists of the 21st and 20th century, including Frank Stella, Maya Lin and Henry Moore. (Opening 2009)

Location – throughout the CityCenter campus

Dancing Fountains

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No visit to Las Vegas is complete without seeing the spectacular dancing fountains at Bellagio. The choreographed music, lights and water show has become a favorite fixture on The Strip. Performances are every half hour beginning at 3pm and every fifteen minutes between 8pm and midnight. On Saturday, Sunday and Holidays, the show performances begin at noon

Location - 2-minute walk from the hotel

The Neon Museum

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Book an appointment to view this quirky collection of discarded neon signs and Vegas artifacts, some of which date back to the city’s founding in the 1940’s. Many restored pieces can be seen via a walking tour, complete with map, while others reside in the Boneyard, which requires an appointment.

Location - 7-minutes from the hotel

Freemont Street Experience

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As the first paved road in Las Vegas, Freemont Street has been a street of interest for a century. Now it is home to the city’s largest LCD screen, a towering canopy, millions of lights, casinos, restaurants, street performers and hundreds of other attractions.

Location - 15 minutes by car/ 7 miles from hotel

Where to Shop

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Crystals at CityCenter

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CityCenter’s new shopping center is an architectural wonder with shops, entertainment venues and restaurants all on hand and all surrounded by amazing artwork.

Location - connected to the hotel via skybridge

Fashion Show Mall

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This two-million-sq-ft retail Mecca features fabulous shopping at its 250 specialty stores and delicious dining in dozens of restaurants. Anchor stores include Macy’s, Dillard’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, and Nieman Marcus.

Location - 7 minutes by taxi/ 2miles from the hotel

Forum Shops at Caesars Palace

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The Forum Shops at Caesars is one of the city’s premier retail, dining and entertainment destinations, featuring more than 160 boutiques and shops as well as 13 restaurants and specialty food shops.

Location - 5 minutes by taxi/ 1 mile from hotel

Via Bellagio

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Designer boutiques, including Giorgio Armani, Chanel, Christian Dior and Hermes, can all be found in the Bellagio’s luxurious shopping center.

Location - 5 minutes by taxi/ 1 mile from hotel

Town Square Las Vegas

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The theme at this vast open-air shopping center is Main Street America. The mall is especially pedestrian friendly and includes an 18-screen cinema, children’s park, outdoor concert area, and dozens of brand-name stores.

Location - 10 minutes by taxi/ 3miles from hotel

Where to Dine

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Joel Robuchon

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Las Vegas’s first 3 Michelin star restaurant is also Roubuchon’s first restaurant in the US. This is fine French cuisine for serious gourmands. 16-course and 6-course tasting menus are available as is a la carte dining. Formal attire and reservations required.

Location - At MGM Grand, across the street from the hotel

Strip Steak

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Michael Mina, one of the country’s most celebrated chefs, is the man behind one of the city’s best steak houses. The contemporary setting makes for a nice twist on traditional steak house ambiance, while Mina’s inventive cooking –including a butter-poached top loin – keeps his fans coming back.

Location - At Mandalay Bay. 1 mile from the hotel

Sensi

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Four kitchens prepare fine cuisine from four different, yet complementary cusines: American, Italian, Asian, and seafood specialties. The kitchens themselves are part of the show, producing such Sensi classics as Tempura Maine Lobster and Braised Beef Short Ribs with corn grits.

Location - At Bellagio. 5 minutes by taxi/ 1 mile from hotel

Sushi Roku

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The original Sushi Roku in Los Angeles is a celebrity favorite. In Las Vegas, the same is true as diners line up to try its classic Japanese fare, including sushi, noodles, tempura, traditional entrees, and an impressive range of sake (served hot or cold).

Location - The Forum Shops at Caesars, Caesars Palace. 2 miles from the hotel