2 Hour History Walking Tour of the Strip with Local Historian

Las Vegas, USA
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore the hidden stories of Las Vegas on a 2 hour guided walking tour led by local historian and author Jim Rossi. Uncover the fascinating history of Las Vegas as you stroll from iconic landmarks like the Bellagio Fountains to the Wynn and Encore. Learn about the transformation from a desert oasis to a vibrant entertainment hub, enriched by captivating tales of mob control and the vision of casino magnates. Customize your experience with various starting and ending points along the Strip, and enjoy a unique insight into the city’s evolution.

- Guided walking tour with historical insights from Jim Rossi
- Visit notable sites including Bellagio, Cosmopolitan, and Caesars Palace
- Optional starting points at Fontainebleau, Wynn, or Encore
- Evening tours available during summer for a different perspective

What's included

  • Admission fee
  • Gratuity

What to expect

  1. Casino at fontainbleau
    20m
    Peruse one of the newest hotels and casinos on the strip to kick-start your tour and head over to Circus Circus for some mob history.
  2. Casinos at Wynn and Encore Las Vegas
    20m
    Waltz through the Wynn and Palazzo and learn about one Las Vegas's top magnates, Steve Wynn.
  3. Flamingo Wildlife Habitat
    20m
    Walk through the Linq Promenade and the Flamingo gardens and view the pink flamingoes as Jim Rossi does a deep dive into the history of one of the older casinos on the strip with a rich mob history.
  4. Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Garden
    30m
    Spend some time perusing the Bellagio conservatory and the largest chocolate fountain on the West coast. Learn about the many rich and famous that helped build up Vegas and this spectacular casino, before watching the famous Bellagio water fountain show.
  5. Paris Las Vegas
    30m
    Stop at Paris, the former Bally's casino and Caesars Palace to learn some surprising history and amazing mob tales. End at the Cosmopolitan or the Aria.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

You will meet you tour guide in the lobby

End point
Pickup details

We meet at the designated hotel of your choice if the tour is private or for group bookings the designated hotel is the lobby of the Fontainbleau.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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