Looking to explore beyond the neon lights of the Las Vegas Strip? A little guide to some amazing outdoor adventures just a short drive from the city. Disclaimer; I'm recommending hotels in the Strip to stay because I don't know places outside of the ...
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Where to stay
Where to eat
What to do outdoors (not the strip related)
Where to stay
Here’s a list of hotels in Las Vegas, NV. In this list I mostly covers places to go off the Strip but since I’m not familiar with other spots to stay outside the Strip I don’t want to suggest places I’m not sure about.
Red rock hotel is close to the "Red Rock Canyon" and is out of the strip.
This place is STUNNING ! Service, food, amenities, EVERYTHING is A+!
THE COSMOPOLITAN OF LAS VEGAS, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION - Updated 2024 Prices & Hotel Reviews (NV)
Inside is a simulation of NY streets. They have a little "club" where they play Hispanic music. Good vibes !
NEW YORK - NEW YORK HOTEL & CASINO $97 ($̶1̶0̶5̶) - Updated 2024 Prices & Resort Reviews - Las Vegas, NV
I don't know what to tell you about this one. The fountain show, rooms, food and view is INCREDIBLE. They have a restaurant where you can sit and watch the show of the fountain. They play the show I think is every 30min (don't quote me, I think)
BELLAGIO LAS VEGAS - Updated 2024 Prices & Resort Reviews
Haven't stay in this one BUT if you stay tell me about it. I just went to the aquarium and is beautiful. I recommend go with kids as well.
MANDALAY BAY RESORT & CASINO $132 - Updated 2024 Prices & Reviews - Las Vegas, NV
Where to eat
Crazy Mexican food ! Everything in here is GOOD.
SAYULITAS MEXICAN FOOD, Las Vegas - Photos & Restaurant Reviews - Order Online Food Delivery - Tripadvisor
Funky/Funny vibes ! Excellent services, baby & family friendly. Food & Mocha coffee are really good.
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Haven't been here but I just heard amazing things about this place ! If you go, tell me about it!!!
FIREFLY TAPAS KITCHEN & BAR, Las Vegas - 335 Hughes Center Dr, Paradise - Menu & Prices - Tripadvisor
This place is AMAZING !!!!! I'm from the Caribe and I'm always looking for places with that Caribbean flavor. I do recommend this place for couples or family's.
Bahama Breeze
Haven't been here but a couple of friends recommended!
Esther's Kitchen | Seasonal Italian Cooking in Las Vegas, NV
Great place!! I will say it feels fancy. I'm a picky eater so, isn't my type of food BUT is really good and the service is TOP.
Sparrow + Wolf - Neighborhood Cookery and Libations
Listen to me guys !!!! THIS IS MY FAVORITE PLACE FOREVER. I die for seafood and this is my to go place ALWAYS!!!!
The Boiling Crab - Seafood Restaurants - Home
And last but not least. MY FAVORITE PIZZA IN THE VALLEY! everything is so good and fresh. I think is one of the most old pizzerias in Las Vegas.
Metro Pizza | Best pizza in Henderson, NV
What to do outdoors (not the strip related)
This place is STUNNING ! Is always 20 degrees lower then the Valley. If you need fresh air this is the place. When is winter you can experience snow and beautiful views! Great for hiking, picnic, camping, etc.
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This place is so relaxing! You can find short or long trails. Depending on what you would like to do that day. Recommended always BRING A LOT OF WATER.
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The view is WOW ! Guys, this place is close most of the summer. Is too hot to be there. For winter/spring weather I will say is perfect. Prepare yourself to walk!
Valley of Fire State Park | State Parks
Haven't been here yet but is in my list and for what I heard Is beautiful and relaxing! If you go, tell me about it !!!
Spring Mountain Ranch State Park | State Parks
This place is in the middle of AZ & NV. If you go to Las Vegas, NV you need to go to this place. The better view is on the first stop on your right (there's a big bridge)
Lake Mead National Recreation Area (U.S. National Park Service)
Great for picnic you can breath fresh air and they have a lot of ducks, geese & also beautiful peacocks!
Floyd Lamb Park
Beautiful place to relax in a distance you can see Lake Mead. Also you they have "horn sheep" but is not all year. They visit the park July-Nov. I think.