Best Arts and Culture Places in Old Vegas

"Located on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus, the Barrick Museum features rotating exhibitions of everything from contemporary paintings to glass work to Ansel Adams' legendary collection of photography. Its well-curated collections and fun, hip vibe make it the perfect place to escape to for an hour or two. Admission is also free—perfect if you've been dealt a losing hand on the Strip."

"The Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art is located on the UNLV campus and is part of their College of Fine Arts. The admission is free, so it’s a great way to spend an afternoon if you need a break from the casinos. The beautiful, open space has benches and a very relaxing atmosphere to sit down and stare at the art."

"Trace your way downtown to the Arts District and discover the Arts Factory. This warehouse is the creative center of the area, housing dozens of artists and galleries in a labyrinth-like venue. First Fridays allow you to tour this performance and studio space, interact with the artists and purchase unique pieces from the equally distinctive Gallery 2 Go art vending machine."

"This non-for–profit gallery is located in the downtown region of Las Vegas. Though quite small in size, the center holds a collection of modern art on display. It has been around for over 20 years and hosts touring exhibitions by various artists from all over the world."

"It's unlikely you'll stumble across this white-walled gallery near the valet at CityCenter's Mandarin Oriental, but it's certainly worth seeking out. Depending on where you're coming from, you'll pass chunks of CityCenter's $40m art collection, including works by Maya Lin (a suspended rendition of the Colorado River made from reclaimed silver) and Frank Stella (a 32ft work on canvas from his protractor series) in registration lobbies. Look out for Nancy Rubins's Big Edge, a large boat bouquet made of more than 200 tethered canoes and aluminium boats, which serves as the centrepiece for the $9bn campus of hotels."

"The Gallery of Music & Art mixes the right amount of Las Vegas art with incredible images of iconic musicians in a variety of formats that are sure to please your senses. Located in the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, the Gallery of Music & Art exhibits everything from contemporary to abstract to lithographs from famous artists from around the world. The concept at the gallery combines superb artwork that highlights some 64 musicians and legendary rock bands like Bob Dylan, Miles Davis, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin and David Bowie."

"If you are interested in viewing Las Vegas art that includes established as well as up-coming artists in the area of pop and contemporary art, then you should stop by the A.W."

"If you’re in downtown Las Vegas, be sure to seek out the Historic Fifth Street School. Formerly called Las Vegas Grammar School, the building is a popular locale for weddings and events and remains a beloved site to locals. The Spanish Revival-style structure is also home to the Downtown Design Center for the School of Architecture, and the UNLV fine arts program."

"Chocoholics won't want to miss this one-stop shop for everything an ice cream and chocolate lover could want. Enjoy a signature Hot Fudge Sundae with fresh house-made hot fudge or branch out into any of the other delicious treats on the menu. Conveniently located on the LINQ Promenade right across Brooklyn Bowl's entrance, Ghirardelli Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop won the Best of Las Vegas 2015 award for Best Ice Cream."

"The Linq Promenade has some of the best shops around, like the I Heart Sugar Store with a Chocolate Martini Bar. Not to mention the Linq, which is a great, slow ride that lets you see the entire strip while enjoying a casual (Not scary at all, time) LOL It has tons of street performers and vendors as well as great food and fun."

"A post shared by C A I L E E ✨ CONTENT CREATOR (@caileeschreck). The Linq is one of the newer hotels on the Las Vegas Strip and I love visiting the Promenade for restaurants, shops, and entertainment. Head down the Linq Promenade and strike a pose in front of the High Roller, an observation Ferris wheel, for a cute photo!"

"The flowers, trees, and other plants in Bellagio's soaring atrium are fresh and alive, grown in a 5-acre greenhouse. The artistic floral…"

"Floyd Lamb Park, at Tule Springs, is a pleasing oasis with its 680­-acre park, with luxuriant vegetation, animals, lakes, and sightseeing’s of the Sheep and Spring Mountain Ranges. The momentous Tule Springs Ranch is gathered inside the park and provides chances for visitors to learn about the conventional working ranch and early Las Vegas lifestyle. The park provides a number of programs."

"One of the quieter destinations of Las Vegas, Floyd Lamb Park offers several hundred acres of lush vegetation for visitors who want to get away from the noise and pollution of the city for awhile. Nature trails wind through the park for walking, jogging and mountain biking. Picnic areas have freshly-cut grass and the sweet fragrance of flowers."

"Right at the heart of Tule Springs lies an amazing haven among the desert area. At Floyd Lamb Park, you’ll find everything you’ll want for your outdoor getaway. This 680-acre park has numerous large ponds that support plant and animal life, lush vegetation, lakes, and views of the Sheep and Spring Mountains."

"Hemenway Park allows visitors the opportunity to closely mingle with bighorn sheep that come down from the nearby mountains to graze. The park also has playground equipment, gazebos, sport courts, and a view of Lake Mead."