Las Vegas is a city in the state of Nevada, in the United States, best known as the entertainment capital of the country. Visitors come for its casinos, its shows and its nightlife, which together give the city its reputation and its nicknames, Sin City and simply Vegas.
What the visit is like
The best-known stretch is the famous Las Vegas Strip, where many of the largest casinos and entertainment venues stand side by side. Walking it is itself part of the experience: the buildings are lit up after dark, and each one tends to have its own character. Shows, gaming floors and bars are close together, so a single evening can move from one kind of entertainment to another without much travel.
Because the city is also a popular destination for conventions and business travel, it has a steady flow of people in many seasons, and a range of hotels, restaurants and event spaces to match.
Planning your trip
- Where to stay: Many visitors choose a hotel on or near the Strip for easy access to casinos and shows.
- What to do: Casinos, live shows and nightlife are the main draws, alongside the wider tourism the city has built around them.
- Who it suits: Those who enjoy lively evenings, big-scale entertainment and a city that stays busy late.
Las Vegas suits a visit built around entertainment and nightlife more than quiet sightseeing. Going in with a rough plan for shows and evenings will help you make the most of a stay.
