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My Top 10 List of Things to Do in Las Vegas   by John McElborough

in Travel / Destinations    (submitted 2011-10-17)

Everyone should go to Las Vegas at least once in their life time. Vegas is full of excitement and there are endless things to do while in the city. Being in Vegas in all about having the time of your life in the time span of about a weekend. If you have no idea of what to do while in Las Vegas besides gamble and drink here are the top 10 ten things to do in Las Vegas.

Visit Bellagio Fountains

This is a beautiful free show outside the Bellagio hotel. The lake in front of the hotel explodes and shoots water high into the air. It is a very beautiful water show.

Cirque du Soleil

The tickets are not cheap but the show is amazing and will keep you entertained the entire time. It's full of professional gymnasts doing death defying stunts to amuse the audience.

Eat at a Great Restaurant

SW Steakhouse is a great high end restaurant. There is also a great water show that can be seen. Great food plus a show makes for a great dining experience.

Relax at a Spa

It is always nice being pampered during your time off from work. Las Vegas spas are great.

Visit Shark Reef Aquarium

Great aquarium. If you want to see all sorts of sea creatures as well as crocodiles and turtles this is a good place to visit.

Go to a Club

Vegas is full of night clubs. If you want to party and drink these are the places to be.

Thrill Seek on the New York- New York Roller Coaster

This is the way to get your adrenaline going. The view from the roller coaster is also pretty amazing.

Go to a Pool Party

Rehab is a popular pool party that happens every Sunday at the Hard Rock. If partying poolside is your thing this is the place for you.

Go Downtown

Why not take a walk in Downtown Las Vegas? There is so much to do in Downtown Vegas such as gambling.

Zip line in Downtown Las Vegas

This is the ultimate activity for thrill seekers. You are basically zip lining over the entire Glitter Gulch, people and all.

Overall it is impossible to be bored in Las Vegas. There is so much to do and so many places to eat. Whether you are a thrill seeker, you love to party or love good entertainment Vegas is the place. You can dine at a fine restaurant, watch a water show, experience Cirque du Soleil and much more. Las Vegas is a great place to be.

About the Author

John writes articles about travel and tourism for Las Vegas Travel - a Las Vegas travel guide and hotel site. See more of his Vegas tips on nightlife and popular hotels in Vegas.