Downtown Las Vegas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Las Vegas which includes signage as well as a small group of people
Downtown Las Vegas
Downtown Las Vegas
Downtown Las Vegas
Downtown Las Vegas

Step off the Strip and into the original and authentic heart of Las Vegas, where smoky bars, quirky museums and family-friendly attractions exist side by side. 

Downtown Las Vegas is one of this lively city’s hippest places to visit. Stroll the streets and soak up the buzz of outdoor concerts, eat in one of the inexpensive but stylish restaurants or enjoy some real Vegas entertainment in the Fremont East District. Discover unusual museums, lounge in intimate cocktail bars or go in search of the largest golden nugget in existence.

The Mob MuseumOpens in a new window is one of the biggest draws of Downtown Las Vegas. Delve into the murky world of organized crime in the U.S. at this fascinating museum. Housed in a historic federal courthouse where mobsters were tried and condemned in the 1950s, it is filled with multimedia exhibits and interactive displays.

To experience the true, gritty Downtown Las Vegas, head to Fremont East District in the heart of the neighborhood. Here find comedy clubs and jazz nightclubs, with music and entertainment venues to suit all tastes. The Fremont Street ExperienceOpens in a new window is a must-do. Be amazed at the free nightly shows which see 12.5 million lights and 550,000 watts of sound come together to create the Viva Vision extravaganza.

Head to the family-friendly Downtown Container Park for boutique shopping, dining and a children’s play area, all housed within stacks of shipping containers. Alternatively, peruse the works at the Arts Factory, where artists, architects, photographers and graphic designers display their creations.

For a true slice of Las Vegas eccentricity, visit the Golden Nugget, a luxury hotel and casino. Dare to enter the vast shark aquarium, indulge in the spa or simply view the biggest golden nugget in existence. It was found with a metal detector and weighs a whopping 61 pounds (28 kilograms).

Take advantage of the good public transportation connections to Downtown Las Vegas. If you’re driving, use the on-street or valet parking options. Enjoy the raucous bars and entertainment by leaving the car behind and heading off on foot.


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Our pick of the best Downtown Las Vegas Hotel Deals

Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino

Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino

4 out of 5
129 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Las Vegas. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (11,791 reviews)
"Great place to stay on Fremont. Pool is nice but busy."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
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3.5 out of 5
301 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV
The price is AU$114 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$114
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Las Vegas. Enjoy 3 restaurants, a casino, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,416 reviews)
"It's great"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

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Circa Resort & Casino – Adults Only

Circa Resort & Casino – Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
8 Fremont Street, Las Vegas, NV
The price is AU$273 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$273
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Las Vegas. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,023 reviews)
"For Freemont street, this property is the best place to stay. No kids at this property which is a plus for me. The only downside was WiFi was extra to stream."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Circa Resort & Casino – Adults Only
Plaza Hotel & Casino

Plaza Hotel & Casino

4 out of 5
1 Main Street, Las Vegas, NV
The price is AU$117 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$117
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Las Vegas. Enjoy free WiFi, a casino, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,903 reviews)
"I will definitely be back"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Plaza Hotel & Casino
El Cortez Hotel and Casino - 21 and Over

El Cortez Hotel and Casino - 21 and Over

3 out of 5
600 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Las Vegas. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,630 reviews)
"Food was amazing. We stayed in the original rooms and the room was amazing also."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

El Cortez Hotel and Casino - 21 and Over
Fremont Hotel & Casino

Fremont Hotel & Casino

3 out of 5
200 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV
The price is AU$119 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$119
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Las Vegas. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 8 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,324 reviews)
"Love to have a pool on the property"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Fremont Hotel & Casino
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Las Vegas

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Arts District

If you're spending some time in Arts District, Studio West Photography and Arts Factory are top sights worth seeing.

Arts District
Stratosphere Tower which includes a city, cbd and a high-rise building

Gateway District

2/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Gateway District, Stratosphere Tower and Casino at the Stratosphere are top sights worth seeing.

Gateway District
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Beverly Green

While Beverly Green isn't home to many top sights, Stratosphere Tower and Sahara Las Vegas Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.

Beverly Green
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Rancho Oakey

If you're spending some time in Rancho Oakey, Las Vegas Springs Preserve and Clark County Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Rancho Oakey
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Winchester

4/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Winchester enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Boulder Strip is worth a stop.

Winchester
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Las Vegas Strip

4.5/5(559 area reviews)

Visitors to Las Vegas Strip rave about its fantastic nightlife, great live music and first-class casinos. You might also want to make some time to see Colosseum at Caesars Palace or The Linq while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Las Vegas Strip


Downtown Las Vegas Travel Guide

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