Whats there to do in the Vegas area?
Seconding Red Rock Canyon. It’s a lovely national conservation area and very different than what you’ll see in the urban areas of the Las Vegas valley. You’ll probably need a rental car to get there. You can either just do the drive (there’s a 13-mile loop road — be kind to the bikers who go slowly up the steep hills) or you can get out and do a bit of light hiking. Bring water and a hat! Also, as far as the Grand Canyon — I assume you’re taking a bus tour. Be aware that it’s a very long drive from Las Vegas (although it’s through pretty desert for most of the drive). On the Strip, you should drop by the Peppermill for a drink. It’s old-school, and surprisingly off the tourist path (or at least it used to be). Congrats!
Seconding Red Rock Canyon. It’s a lovely national conservation area and very different than what you’ll see in the urban areas of the Las Vegas valley. You’ll probably need a rental car to get there. You can either just do the drive (there’s a 13-mile loop road — be kind to the bikers who go slowly up the steep hills) or you can get out and do a bit of light hiking. Bring water and a hat! Also, as far as the Grand Canyon — I assume you’re taking a bus tour. Be aware that it’s a very long drive from Las Vegas (although it’s through pretty desert for most of the drive). On the Strip, you should drop by the Peppermill for a drink. It’s old-school, and surprisingly off the tourist path (or at least it used to be). Congrats!
