Las Vegas, also known as “Sin City”, is famous for its nightlife, casinos, and glitz and glamour. However, there’s more to this vibrant city than meets the eye. It’s a hub of endless possibilities that caters to every taste, budget, and interest. From culinary bliss to breathtaking natural wonders, the city is a melting pot of surprises waiting to be explored. To give you an insider perspective, we caught up with a local Las Vegas expert who shares the best places to eat, things to do, spots to visit, and where to shop. We talked with Diana Elmore, Regional Director for GoCity and Las Vegas local about her favorite spots in Vegas. So put on your adventurous spirit and get ready to dive into the world of Las Vegas like never before!
What are your best tips for exploring your city like a local?
Get off the beaten path and explore the beautiful desert landscapes and, believe it or not, Mountains that surround the city, including Red Rock Canyon, wetlands park or go skiing at Lee Canyon on Mount Charleston! Also, don’t forget to check out the best Tiki Bars off the Strip, including The Golden Tiki and Frankies Tiki Room.
What should be on every visitor’s “bucket list” when visiting?
Play Texas Hold ’em at the tables at El Cortez, a helicopter ride down the Las Vegas Strip at sunset, Any Cirque du Soleil Show, Brunch at the Peppermill and a Verbina Secret Drink at the Chandelier Bar at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas!
What’s a good spot to capture a great selfie?
In front of the Las Vegas Sign, In front of the Eiffel Tower, on the VIP Balcony of the Foundation Room at Mandalay Bay overlooking The Strip, at Ghostbar on top of Palms Casino Resort or at the rooftop bar at Circa Resort & Casino.
(Courtesy Foundation Room)
Any suggestions for the best under-the-radar sites or uncommon things to do?
Play Coin Slots at El Cortez downtown. Or check out the Pioneer Saloon in Goodsprings… which is the oldest bar in Vegas, built-in 1913.
Where’s the best place to take kids of all ages?
Tournament of Kings at Excalibur, The Big Apple Roller Coaster, FlyOver Las Vegas, Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay, Adventuredome at Circus, Circus.
For a guest looking for a night on the town, what would you recommend? Rent a Limo or Party Bus, have Dinner at Hell’s Kitchen or Spago at Bellagio, see a show (Cirque, Absinthe, Magic or Adele), explore AREA15 and gamble at the tables!
What is your #1 expert tip on a trip to this city?
Wear comfortable walking shoes! You walk everywhere, and even though the Strip is four miles, it is full of mazes in and out of the casinos, and there are no straight lines from one place to another.
