Best Museums in Clark County

"The Luxor Although promoted as a casino attraction, "Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition" certainly qualifies as a museum with its deep collection of relics recovered from the doomed ocean liner. Some of the materials stored in leather luggage are in pristine condition, but what really sets this exhibit apart from similar collections is "the big piece" -- a chunk of the ship's wall that is the largest ever recovered. Along the way, you'll also experience recreations of the outdoor deck and the elegant staircase made famous in, you know, that movie."

"Dive deep into the triumph and tragedy of the Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition within the Luxor. This massive 25,000SF exhibit features dozens of items recovered from the ship’s wreckage including luggage, a piece of the hull, and the ship’s whistles. No need to imagine how lavish this ship was; full-scale recreations of the Grand Staircase, first-class and third-class rooms, and the Promenade Deck help you envision the grandeur of this “practically unsinkable” ship."

"If you’ve never seen a piece of the mysterious Titanic up close, then you’ll want to hit up this top museum in Las Vegas. The Titanic exhibition displays several authentic artifacts recovered from the sunken Titanic ocean liner. Chef hats, wrenches, fine china, and chandeliers are just a few of the over 250 artifacts on display."

"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."

"Vegas might have a lot of flashy art installations, but it’s not exactly a town known for its art museums. Marjorie Barrick is a venue trying to change that. This art museum is 100 percent free to enter and is geared towards the more educational elements of the Vegas art scene."

"Fascinating multimedia exhibits focus on science, technology and the social history of the 'Atomic Age,' which lasted from WWII until atmospheric bomb testing was driven underground in 1961 and a worldwide ban on nuclear testing was declared in 1992. View footage of atomic testing and examine southern Nevada's nuclear past, present and future, from Native American ways of life to the environmental legacy of atomic testing. Don't miss the ticket booth (how could you?); it's a Nevada Test Site guard-station replica."

"Found in downtown Las Vegas, Zak Bagans’ The Haunted Museum is sure to send a chill down your spine as you enter into the realm of the spirit world. This spooky museum explores the paranormal and leads you down creepy winding hallways and secret passageways that connect 30 rooms within the 11,000 square foot property. Amongst the spine-chilling displays, there are many horror movie props, the most notable of which is the staircase from the Gary, Indiana “Demon House.” There are also hundreds of terrifying possessions and real-life objects that are sure to make you squirm, such as the “Propofol chair” from Michael Jackson’s death room."

"Zak Bagans is famous for his work as a paranormal investigator and television host for the show, Ghost Adventures. He decided to take over the space in Las Vegas that many locals have said was haunted for years. Brave visitors will follow winding hallways through secret passages as they take in over 30 different rooms with different haunting displays."

"Zak lives in Las Vegas, and he built it over the years, steadily collecting items to thrill both his hometown ghost-chasers and tourists alike. When he took me on the tour, he was so proud and excited. This is his baby, and it shows."

"Jean Philippe Patisserie at Aria lacks the floor-to-ceiling chocolate fountain of their Bellagio location, but features plentiful seating for fascinating people watching. The dessert oasis right in the middle of Aria's casino floor features a full menu from a single, artisan chocolate bite to lunch spot favorites. They'll even pack meals to-go in airline friendly packaging."

"The Bellagio Patisserie offers cookies, cupcakes, crepes, danishes, macaroons, chocolate verrines, fruit cups, yogurt parfaits and hard candy. They also serve sandwiches, bagels, quiches, croissants, muffins, and brioches. A beautiful chocolate fountain is also featured by the entrance."

"A leading cake shop in Las Vegas, Caked provides both individual and full-sized cakes baked in an endless array of rotating flavors. With custom cakes, gourmet cupcakes, and a wide variety of other bakery options, their creative, flashy designs always feature bright colors that are sure to grab everyone’s attention in the room. They can design cakes in the shapes of characters, feature custom cake toppers, and match a wide variety of personalized requests."

"Originally, Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab opened in Miami in 1913. It is now a successful chain, and the Las Vegas location is in the Caesars Forum Shops. Stone crab, oysters, shrimp, scallops, lobster, and fresh fish are all served in a variety of ways that will delight seafood lovers."

"The stone crabs are equally as famous as the steaks at Joe’s at the Forum Shops at Caesars. Diners can order surf and turf, or just the surf such as shrimp, scallops, or lobster. Takeout available with online ordering."

"A restaurant with a rich history, the first Joe's Seafood opened in Miami Beach in 1913. Now with locations in Chicago and Washington, D.C., Joe's Seafood has become one of the coo..."

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"Twice a day, Water Grill at the Forum Shops at Caesars changes its menu to showcase a roster of 16 different oysters, sushi, and fresh catches such as a wild Maryland black sea bass and wild Brittany Dover sole. The restaurant with roots in California features its own in-house distribution center in Southern California, cutting out the middleman to deliver fresh fish and seafood daily. For example, the opening menu features Maryland soft shell crabs, king salmon from the Columbia River, and Santa Barbara spot prawns, housed in salt water holding tanks in front of the open kitchen at the back of the restaurant."

"Water Grill is another nationwide phenomenon that has found a home in Las Vegas. Located in Caesar Palace’s Forum Shops, Water Grill has some of the freshest seafood to be found in Sin City. It also has one of the most impressive raw bar menus in the city, too."

"HendersonThe chef perfected his craft working at restaurants on the Strip and now has his own place in a location that used to be a New York-style diner. He’s on mission to keep hungry mouths away from all-you-can-eat sushi places while emphasizing the freshest fish from Japan. Don’t be surprise if you see a live lobster waving at you before dinner is served."