Worried about how to entertain kids in Las Vegas? Worry no more. Las Vegas is no longer an adults-only playground so you don't have to leave the kids behind. It is rapidly becoming more family-oriented so there are lots of things for children and adults to enjoy together. When you are ready to go to the casinos, however, remember that it is a no-kid zone. If children must pass through to get to another part of the hotel, then they must keep to the designated pathways, accompanied by an adult. WIth that said, here is a list of things for kids and families to enjoy, listed by location.
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Bellagio |
Conservatory and Botanical Gardens - Exotic plants fill this fragrant garden.
Fountains of Bellagio - This awesome inspiring water feature is choreographed to opera, classical and whimsical music. (see video here)
Bellagio Gallery of Fine Arts - Featuring masterworks by American artists such as Georgia O'Keeffe, Stuart Davis and Marsden Hartley. Open 10am-6pm, Sun-Thurs 10am-9pm Fri-Sat. |
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Circus Circus |
Adventure dome - Enjoy the indoor theme park with a variety of theme park rides..
Circus Acts - Watch skilled circus performers at the Carnival Midway. (see video here )
Carnival Midway - Adults and children will find a variety of fun things to do at the Carnival Midway, with over 200 games surrounding the circus stage. |
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Ethel M Chocolate Factory |
Take a Tour - Kids will enjoy seeing how chocolate is made. They will enjoy the free chocolate samples even more. See the cactus garden before you leave.
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Excalibur |
Magic Motion Film Ride - Take a trilling ride, offered in the Fantasy Faire midway. Try Dino Island, Spongebob SquarePants and Extreme Log Ride. Must be 42 inches tall to ride.
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FastKart Speedway |
Experience a real speedway in Las Vegas with two indoor tracks, one oval and one road course, side-by-side competition and OVER 2000 FEET of track.
Hours: Tuesday - Friday, noon - 9 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Closed on Mondays.
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Flamingo |
Flamingo Wildlife Habitat - See a group of Chilean flamingos. Other animals at this habitat include swans, ducks, koi and turtles. (see video here)
Note to Parents: Children are not allowed to loiter on the gaming floor, or accompany a parent who is gambling. Please ask a security guard to find out more about local rules. Also be aware of all local curfews and laws.
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Fremont Street |
Fremont Street Experience - Look up and enjoy the show on the ceiling at the famous Fremont Street Experience. (view video here)
Real Action Stunt Stage - Kids still up at 8:15pm and 10:15pm can watch acrobats perform on the Real Action Stunt Stage.
Riders of Thunderdome - A motorcycle team defies gravity in a globe. |
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Gameworks |
Gameworks is a fun place for families to hang out and there is a convenient location on the Strip.
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Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve |
Visit the Bird Viewing Preserve in Henderson, which is just a few minutes away from Las Vegas. Young nature-lovers will enjoy watching the 200 species of birds.
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Lied Discovery Children's Museum |
Children will enjoy playing with the over 100 hands-on exhibits at this unique children's museum. Arts, sciences and humanities come to life as children touch, see, explore and experience the exhibits. It is fun for the whole family.
Hours: Tues - Fri 9am - 4pm; Sat. 10am - 5pm; Sun. noon - 5pm. Closed Mondays.
Admission: $8 Adults; $7 seniors; military and children 1yr - 17yrs. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Luxor Hotel |
IMAX - Enjoy amazing movies and simulated rides with your children at Luxor's IMAX Theater.
King Tut Museum - Take your children on a guided tour through a reproduction of King Tut's tomb. (see video here)
Games of the Gods Arcade - Kids can enjoy various arcade games here. |
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M & M's World |
You can entertain kids at M & M's, there is certainly a lot to see. Children will enjoy the interactive nature of this four-story complex as well as the thousands of M & M merchandise.
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Mandalay Bay |
Shark Reef - See a variety of sharks at Shark Reef. Children 4 and under get in free. (view video here)
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MGM Grand |
Visit the Lion Habitat at MGM Grand - Guests can be encircled by lions at any time via a see-through, walkway tunnel that runs through the Habitat. - Lion Habitat
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Mini Grand Prix |
Race your kids on the four tracks at the Mini Grand Prix, play arcade games, then break for lunch at the on-site restaurant.
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Mirage |
 Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat - This exotic environment is home to bottlenose dolphins, white tigers, white lions, leopards and panthers.
Volcano Eruptions - The volcano erupts every hour. (view video here)
White Tigers - See Siegfried and Roy's Royal White Tigers in their tropical surroundings.
Aquarium - The 53 foot long aquarium contains 1,000 species of animals from all over the world. It is currently being renovated and will be closed from July 2007 to October 2007.
Tropical Rainforest - The Tropical Rainforest is just inside the entrance of the Mirage. |
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New York New York |
Manhattan Express - This roller coaster takes riders around the perimeter and even through the center of the hotel.
Coney Island Emporium - Arcade and midway style games
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Paris Las Vegas |
Eiffel Tower Experience - Take an elevator ride for a view of the Strip from this replica of the Eiffel Tower at 460 feet.
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Ron Lee's World of Clowns Factory & Tour |
Clown enthusiasts will enjoy browsing through Ron Lee's clown creations.
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Sahara Hotel |
Cyber Speedway - Take a 220mph ride in Nascar Cafe's racing simulators.
Speed The Ride - Named the best attraction in Vegas, this roller coaster chases Nascar dreams at breakneck speeds.
Pit Pass Arcade - Over 120 player stations available. |
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Sam's Town |
Sunset Stampede - A wolf's call heralds the laser light and water show in the Mystic Falls Park at Sam's Town. The fountain waters dance to music by the Indianapolis Philharmonic Orchestra.
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Southern Nevada Zoological Botanical Park |
 Just 15 minutes away from the Strip, the Zoological-Botanical Park, or Las Vegas Zoo, is entertaining and educational for kids. It is a year-round zoo including animals native to Nevada.
Open daily from 9am to 5pm. Admission $7.00 for Adults and $5.00 for seniors 62+ and children 2-12. Children under 2 get in free. (702) 647-4685
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The Sports Center |
There are a variety of games at this complex to keep your kids interested, including an indoor rock wall, a go-kart track, and arcade games.
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The Stratosphere |
Thrill Rides - Enjoy thrill rides at the Stratosphere, including Insanity-The Ride, X Scream, and Big Shot. (view video here)
Observation Deck - Show your children an amazing 360 degree view of Las Vegas from the tallest building in Nevada. |
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Tropicana Resort and Casino |
Titanic Artifact Exhibit - Learn all you ever wanted to know about the Titanic, from its creation to its end, and see amazing recreated artifacts.
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Video Arcades |
Video Arcades are location at the following hotels and premises around the Vegas strip
Gameworks in the Showcase Mall Bally's Bellagio Circus Circus ESPN Zone at NY NY Excalibur MGM Grand Monte Carlo New York New York The Orleans Riviera Sahara Stratosphere Wynn
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A local ordinance prohibits children under the age of 18 from being in arcades after 10pm on weekdays or after midnight on weekends unless accompanied by an adult. More info.