Regional Spotlight
Visit Las Vegas!
The Entertainment Capital of the World
Welcome to Las Vegas, Nevada! Get ready to experience Vegas's high energy, bright lights, the sound of slot machines, and the incredible Bellagio Fountains! Visit The Strip and enjoy five miles of casinos, hotels, restaurants, and more. Whether you visit Vegas to enjoy the gambling, shopping, upscale restaurants, world-class entertainment, warm temperatures, or to get married, Vegas delivers. There are so many things to do in Las Vegas, every member of the family will enjoy themselves!
Location Information
Las Vegas, Nevada
Welcome to Las Vegas, the most popular tourist destination in the world! When you visit Vegas you will enjoy entertaining shows, the Bellagio Fountains, gambling, world-class restaurants, shopping, and more. You can relax at your hotel spa, see Vegas from the High Roller Observation Wheel, or even enjoy a NASCAR race! Get ready to plan your trip to Las Vegas!
Getting Around Las Vegas
The Deuce Bus
Las Vegas Monorail
Uber/Lyft
Hotel Shuttles
Rent a Scooter
Rent a Segway
Limousines
GET READY FOR A GOOD TIMEGambling on The Vegas Strip
Try Your Luck at One of Las Vegas's Casinos
The best gambling is in Vegas! Las Vegas is home to 30 casinos on The Strip alone, plus dozens on Fremont Street and nearby locations. There are a variety of gambling games in Vegas including craps, blackjack, and poker. The best slot machines in Vegas include the popular Wheel of Fortune, Triple Red Hot 7s, Double Jackpot, and many more than we could ever list here. So, whether you want to bet big on poker or start small on the penny slots, Las Vegas is the best place to gamble and go for the win!
- Poker
- Craps
- Blackjack
- Slot Machines
Living in Las Vegas
Buying a Home in Vegas
If your dream is to live in Vegas, let's make it happen!
Explore many housing options in Las Vegas from single-family homes to condos and townhouses, to high-rises. Vegas has it all, whether you want to live near The Strip or in a quiet suburb.
- Get prequalified for a mortgage
- We'll find you a real estate agent
- Meet with the agent
- Buy a home in Vegas!
Shows and Concerts Las Vegas Entertainment
Concerts, Magic Acts, Comedies, Cirque Du Soleil
Visiting Las Vegas includes enjoying top-selling shows including musicals, magic acts, comedies, and Cirque Du Soleil. Recurring residency concerts from well-known musical artists are always a hit in Vegas. Some famous singers with Vegas shows include Lady Gaga, Aerosmith, Katy Perry, Andrea Bocelli, and Carrie Underwood. There are shows for kids, like pet-themed acts, and even some free shows in Las Vegas. You’ll want to visit a different Vegas show every night!
- Free Shows
- Magicians
- Cirque Du Soleil
- Family Entertainment
- World-Renowned Singers
Car Racing in Las Vegas
Exciting Motor Speedway in North Las Vegas
Las Vegas Motor Speedway in North Las Vegas is a great departure from the Strip for sports enthusiasts. Various racing events, including NASCAR, are held at the Motor Speedway. Race fans will be delighted by exciting events that take place regularly including drag racing, Midnight Mayhem, guided tours, pre-race concerts, stock car racing at The Bullring, and the option to take a few laps around the track. There’s even a gift shop!
- NASCAR
- The Bullring
- Stock Car Racing
- Midnight Mayhem
- Guided Speedway Tours
High Roller Observation Wheel
The Best Views in Las Vegas!
Imagine seeing Las Vegas from 550 feet above the Las Vegas Strip! Hop on the High Roller Observation Wheel, and you'll enjoy 360° views of Vegas as you float above the city in a spacious, glass cabin. The High Roller is the largest observation wheel in North America. Your whole family will enjoy the 30 minutes ride as you take photos and enjoy the ultimate views of Vegas. Adults can even take advantage of a happy hour cabin with their own bartender. Grab your friends and family and take in the best views of Vegas in the High Roller Observation Wheel!
- Family-friendly
- 30-minutes ride
- 360-degree views
- Happy hour with bartender
Vegas Weddings Wedding Capital of The World
Get Married in Las Vegas!
As the Wedding Capital of the World, Las Vegas performs over 10,000 marriage ceremonies each month. Whether you’re getting married for the first time or renewing your vows, you can choose from nearly 50 wedding chapels, including The Little Church of the West, the oldest wedding chapel in Las Vegas.
The most iconic place to get married in Las Vegas is the Graceland Wedding Chapel where you can tie the knot in a traditional or Elvis-themed wedding.
What are you waiting for? Grab your friends and plan your wedding in Las Vegas!
Mesmerizing Water Fountain
Fountains of Bellagio
Free to Every Visitor
One attraction you won’t want to miss in Las Vegas is the Fountains of Bellagio. Thousands of fountains are displayed in front of the Bellagio hotel, swaying and spraying water up to 460 feet high, over a 1,000-foot area. The best Bellagio fountain show is set to music and lights, making it spectacular at night but also beautiful during the afternoon. Each unique aquatic fountain performance will leave you in awe.
The Bellagio fountain display runs Monday-Friday, every 30 minutes, from 3pm-7pm, then every 15 minutes from 7pm-midnight. On Saturday and Sunday, the fountains run every 30 minutes from noon-7pm, then every 15 minutes from 7pm-midnight.
- Over 1,000 fountains
- Each aquatic performance is unique
- Water sprays 460 feet high over a 1,000-foot area
- Enjoy the Bellagio fountains every day of the week
Las Vegas History
Where It All Began
Las Vegas was named by a Spanish trader named Rafael Rivera. Rafael was making his way to Los Angeles in the early 1700s when he discovered the desert oasis. At that time, wild grasses grew on rich desert soil thanks to an aquifer system that has since been all but depleted. “Las Vegas” translates roughly into “The Meadows”, reflecting the beauty Rafael first laid his eyes on.
Once the railroad was built in the early 1900s, Las Vegas became the link between Salt Lake City, Utah, and Southern California. More and more travelers frequented Las Vegas via the railroad, and organized crime, gambling, drugs, alcohol, prostitution, and gang activity grew. Because of these nefarious activities, Vegas earned the nickname "Sin City".
These days, Las Vegas is typically known as the "Entertainment Capital of the World", the "Gambling Capital of the World", and the "Marriage Captial of the World".
Call Vegas what you'd like but always remember, what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas!
Living in Las Vegas
Housing Stats
The median price of homes is approximately $420,000 (2022)
Las Vegas is a great place to live. Get away from The Strip, and you'll find quiet communities and parks to explore.
- Cost of living index: 98.2 (near average)
- Median price of homes: $420,000
- 1-Bedroom rental: $1,610-1,470/month
- Residential property tax: 0.5% - 0.75%
Population
Area Stats
Las Vegas is home to over 1/2 a million people
Las Vegas is located in a desert setting, surrounded by mountains on all sides. The arid climate brings many to live in the area.
- Elevation: 2000 ft
- Land area: 135.86 sq miles
- Approx. 661,609 residents
- Median resident age: 37.8
Income
Average Income
$79,657 is the average salary in Las Vegas
When you think about living in Las Vegas, you might imagine working at a casino or in the entertainment industry, but most people are employed in these jobs:
- Cashier
- Security Guard
- Retail Salesperson
- Customer Service Rep
Moving to Nevada
Would you like to live in Las Vegas?
Enjoy living in a quiet community in Las Vegas
If you're interested in moving to Las Vegas or any of the nearby cities, reach out to a real estate professional to find the perfect home. The most popular homes for sale in Vegas include condos, townhomes, and single-family homes away from The Strip. You may want to find a home for sale with a pool so you can fully enjoy the warm Vegas weather. Your agent can help you find the best place to buy a home in Las Vegas based on your needs. Las Vegas is an amazing place to call home!
- Single-family homes
- Condos, townhouses
- Thriving job market
- Cultural diversity
