The Las Vegas Strip in a nutshell
The Strip is the stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard that most visitors mean when they say Las Vegas. It is about 4.2 miles long and runs past the big resorts, the Bellagio fountains, the Venetian and the High Roller. The Sphere can be reached over a bridge from the Venetian. Most of this corridor lies in unincorporated Clark County rather than inside the city limits. Downtown, with the Fremont Street Experience, is a separate area to the north.
This guide is independent. It is not the website of the visitors authority, a resort or a tour company, and it does not cover gambling. It covers what you can see and do, what it costs in 2026 and how to get around without wasting time. Prices are in US dollars and they change, so check the current price before you book.
What this guide covers
From a first evening on the boulevard to day trips beyond the city.
Start with the list of things to do on the Strip, then pick what fits your days. The shows page compares the Cirque productions by schedule, age and length. Many of the best sights cost nothing, and the free things page gives the fountain schedule and the garden hours. The Sphere, the High Roller and a night helicopter flight are the paid highlights, and the Hoover Dam and the Grand Canyon are the usual day trips.
The practical pages cover where to stay and what resort fees mean, getting around by Monorail, bus and on foot, the transfer from the airport and the best time to visit.
Our picks: Las Vegas tours
A Sphere show, a night flight over the Strip and a Grand Canyon West day trip.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Sphere Experience: The Wizard of Oz
A 75-minute experience with a show ticket, an interactive robot display and digital art. Taxes and fees are included; food, drinks and transport are extra.
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Night helicopter flight over the Strip
An 11-minute flight with pilot commentary and views of the Strip.
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Grand Canyon West Rim and Hoover Dam by bus
A 10-hour day by air-conditioned coach to the West Rim, with Grand Canyon West entry, a Hoover Dam photo stop, breakfast and a BBQ lunch. The Skywalk and the free zipline come only with the Skywalk option.
Check availability →Las Vegas tours and shows
Night helicopter flights, Hoover Dam and Grand Canyon day trips, shows and more, with live prices and availability.
Plan your visit
One page for each part of the trip.
Things to do on the Strip
Fifteen ideas, from the fountains and the Sphere to a gondola and Fremont Street.
Las Vegas shows
Four Cirque productions compared by schedule, age limit and length.
Free things to do
Fountains, gardens, the Welcome sign and the Fremont Street canopy.
The Sphere
Current film, entry rules, bag limits and what to expect inside.
Night helicopter flights
Flight time, the starting price and seating rules compared.
High Roller
Ride time, ticket prices and the adult-only cabin.
Day trips, stays and getting around
The pages you need once the plan takes shape.
Grand Canyon from Las Vegas
West Rim and South Rim compared, with park fees for visitors.
Hoover Dam
Tour prices, opening hours and parking in 2026.
Fremont Street
The canopy light show, the zipline and garage rates.
Where to stay
Strip areas from south to north and what resort fees mean.
Getting around
Monorail fares, the Deuce bus and walking the Strip.
Airport to the Strip
Taxi zones, rideshare pickup and the airport bus.
Best time to visit
Monthly temperatures and the events that move hotel prices.
Costs at a glance
Published prices in 2026. They change, and extras apply.
| Item | Price in 2026 | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bellagio fountains, Conservatory, Welcome sign | Free | The fountains follow a schedule and weather can cancel shows |
| Monorail single ride | $6.25 | $5.75 as an eTicket |
| Deuce and Strip bus, 24 hours | $8 | Single ride $4, 2 hours $6, 3 days $20 |
| Airport taxi, zones 1 to 3 | $22.25 to $30.25 | Base fare; card, pickup and tax extras apply |
| Venetian gondola, regular | $39 per person | Private gondola $156 |
| High Roller | From $22 | Anytime ticket from $32 on the operator's sales page |
| Hoover Dam Power Plant Tour | $25 adults | Ages 4 to 16 pay $15; Dam Tour $40 |
| Night helicopter flight | From $139 per person | 10 to 12 minutes in the air |
A few things to know before you plan
The points that most often change a plan.
Free does not mean always available
The Bellagio fountains run on a schedule, and weather can cancel a show. The Conservatory closes briefly between exhibitions. Construction along the front walkway can limit the view at times, so check before you go.
Free things →The Mirage volcano is not running
The Mirage closed in July 2024, and the volcano is not part of today's free shows. A Hard Rock resort is being built on the site.
What is free now →Hoover Dam prices in 2026
The Power Plant Tour costs $25 for adults, the Dam Tour $40 and the visitor center $15. The Dam Tour is sold on site only.
Hoover Dam →Grand Canyon park fees for visitors
The South Rim charges $35 per private car for 7 days. Visitors from outside the US aged 16 and over pay a further $100 per person unless a pass covers them. Grand Canyon West is run by the Hualapai and is a different place.
Grand Canyon →Resort fees are part of the total price
Since 12 May 2025, mandatory fees must be included in the displayed total for hotel stays. The fees still exist. Large Strip hotels commonly charge $45 to $55 per room and night plus tax.
Where to stay →The airport bus has new numbers
From Terminal 1 the bus is route 108 and the RED LINE, which replaced the 109. From Terminal 3 an inter-terminal shuttle takes you to Terminal 1.
Airport transfer →No single age limit for shows
Mystère welcomes all ages, KÀ admits children from 3, and O and Michael Jackson ONE set higher limits. Check each show before you buy.
Shows →Beyond the Strip
The canyon has its own guide.
The Grand Canyon is a long day from Las Vegas, and the right tour depends on the rim you choose. For tours, helicopter flights and the Skywalk, see Grand Canyon tours from Las Vegas. This site keeps to the Strip, Downtown and the Hoover Dam.
Las Vegas Strip: frequently asked questions
How long is the Las Vegas Strip?
The stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard that people call the Strip is about 4.2 miles long. It is not an officially measured walking route, so plan for longer on foot than the distance suggests. Hotel walkways, bridges and heat add time.
Is the Strip inside the city of Las Vegas?
Most of the resort corridor lies in unincorporated Clark County, outside the city limits. Downtown and Fremont Street belong to the city proper. For a visit the difference does not matter, but it explains why the Strip and Downtown feel like two areas.
What can I do for free?
The Bellagio fountains, the Conservatory, the Flamingo Wildlife Habitat, the Welcome sign and the Fremont Street canopy are free to see. Details and hours are on the free things page.
How do I get from the airport to the Strip?
By taxi, rideshare or bus. Taxi base fares in 2026 are $22.25 to $30.25 depending on the zone of your hotel. The airport page explains the zones, pickup points and the bus.
Can I walk the Strip or should I use transport?
You can walk between neighboring resorts, but distances are larger than they look. The Monorail runs from MGM Grand to SAHARA, and the Deuce bus runs around the clock. See getting around.
Is Las-Vegas-Strip.org an official site?
No. This is an independent travel guide with no link to the visitors authority, Clark County, any resort or any tour operator. Hotel and show names are used only to identify places.