The Bellagio
The first thing most visitors notice about the Bellagio is the massive fountains. When you walk past the fountains, you’re treated to a complimentary water and light show where the fountains shoot water into the air like a choreographed dance. The Bellagio also offers a botanical garden and a fine art gallery along with several nightlife venues and the …show more content…
There is one unique thing about the strip, you can visit some of the most famous landmarks in the world all on one street. At the southernmost point of the strip is the Mandalay Bay and Casino, where you will find a man-made beach and an exotic aquarium. The Stratosphere is at the north end of the strip and features a towering free-standing observation deck that is the tallest in the country.
The Hoover Dam
If the Las Vegas strip is not your speed, then take a preconference visit to the Hoover Dam. Located 30 miles southeast of downtown Vegas, the dam spans the Black Canyon and the Colorado River. The dam is a mammoth structure providing electrical power to California, Nevada and Arizona for over 100 years. A quick, 30-minute guided tour allows you to view the eight massive turbines that generate power on the Nevada side of the dam. Take in some stunning views of Lake Mead and the Colorado River on the dam’s third-floor observation area.
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation