Top Rated Parks to Visit in Mount Charleston

"If you’re wondering what to do in Vegas on a rainy day, consider a trip to the Adventuredome. It’s a gigantic indoor amusement park with everything from roller coasters to bungee jumping stations, so it can provide hours of entertainment regardless of what the weather is like. As a bonus, it’s open 365 days per year, so it’ll always be an option for you and the kids even if you’re visiting Las Vegas in the off-season."

"Circus Circus has been around since the late 60s, offering a family friendly spin the traditional Vegas casino with a big top theme based on clowns, rides, and bright colors. And while it’s seen plenty of wear over the years, the best thing about the resort is the Adventuredome. It’s a five-acre indoor park featuring roller coasters, bumper cars, and all sorts of fun stuff."

"Located at the Circus Circus Hotel, Adventuredome is America’s largest indoor amusement park. The carnival-inspired theme park offers over five acres of exciting rides and games for the whole family to enjoy. Your kids will be screaming with joy on adrenaline-pumping coaster rides such as the Canyon Blaster and El Loco."

"This is the largest permanent circus in the world and one of the most popular free shows in Vegas. Jugglers, unicyclists, acrobats, and aerialists perform remarkable stunts high above the casino floor for about 10 minutes per show. Shows start at 11:30 am and run every hour until late at night – past midnight."

"If you’ve always wanted to experience a big top circus, check out Circus Circus Las Vegas. It’s the last one in the entire state of Nevada, and of the scattered few that remain around the world, it’s both the oldest and largest. Traditional acts include everything from clowns to trapeze artists."

"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."

"Next up is Tule Springs' Floyd Lamb Park, situated at 9200 Tule Springs Road. With 4.5 stars out of 203 reviews on Yelp, it has proved to be a local favorite."

"Inside Circus Circus, you’ll find this gem that’s home to a carnival and circus. The carnival midway has new arcade games and old carnival games, and one of the most affordable places to grab a snack. Also, starting at 11:30 every day, you’ll be able to see live circus acts performed at The Midway."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user Reinhard Link used under CC BY-SA 2.0. Located in the lively Circus Circus Hotel and Casino, the Midway is a true highlight of this Las Vegas establishment. Providing a huge carnival atmosphere, it offers an expansive collection of fun games and top prizes."

"Circus Circus Las Vegas Hotel has a variety of free circus acts that perform daily starting at 11 a.m. at the center stage of the Carnival Midway. Some of the circus performances you will see there include flying trapeze, juggling, aerial silks, slack wire, circus clowns and much more."

"If your children love to explore the outdoors and want to know what it might be like to walk through a rainforest, this free rainforest atrium at the Mirage Hotel might be just the (free) ticket!. The atrium features a 20,000 gallon saltwater aquarium with tons of aquatic wildlife, and just behind the aquarium is a tropical rainforest complete with lagoons, a waterfall, and tons of stunning tropical plants, flowers and more. Kids who love gardens and the outdoors will love to imagine they’re heading through a real jungle as you make your way through this free indoor rainforest garden."

"The asphalt hubbub and glittering-light jungle of Las Vegas takes a breather in this regional park. A lovely lake is surrounded by acres of grassy, tree-lined fields. It's a place for picnics and ball games for locals and visitors alike."

"An intriguing place to view Las Vegas art that is loaded with beautiful contemporary and abstract pieces of artwork is the Elena Bulatova Fine Art Gallery. Located directly on the Strip at 3720 South Las Vegas Boulevard, the Elena Bulatova Fine Art Gallery features contemporary works from artists like Rizal, Anek Natenoi, Salvador Dali, the Buma Project and series work from Elena Bulatova. One inside your eyes will be treated to a collection that has everything from sculptures to water colors to acrylic landscapes to abstract drawings."

"A talented painter praised for her contemporary fine art, Elena Bulatova’s fine art gallery showcases her mixed-media originals alongside other abstracts from artists. Feel the three-dimensional screw art of Efi Mashiah and the metal mesh art of Ofer Rubin leap off of the canvas. Appreciate every grain of detail in John Stebila’s wood carvings or give your home a splash of pop culture color via the Buma Project."

"A conceptual animation art collection nearly a half-century in the making, Animazing Gallery features works by the artists who colored your childhood with glee. Masters of illustration like Charles M. Schulz, Tim Burton and Theodor Seuss Geisel fill the exhibition space. You’ll instantly spot Alex Ross’ dynamic comic book characters, Maurice Sendak’s wild things, and Chuck Jones’ Looney Tunes throughout the gallery."

"This is the hottest new attraction in Las Vegas that’s a mix of art, shopping, and food. It’s free to enter (though it requires tickets to control capacity) and there are plenty of murals and free art installations to browse. If you want to see certain exhibits, you can purchase tickets separately or as a bundle on the AREA15 site."

"The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian resembles a Venice street scene, complete with a canal that runs up the center of the shopping area. In addition to the stunning cobblestone walkways and illuminated painted ceilings centered along a quarter-mile-long Grand Canal, shoppers can jump on the romantic gondola rides, along with singing gondoliers. The center features world-class dining and dozens of the world’s premier luxury brands including Burberry, Diane von Furstenberg, Tory Burch and Michael Kors."

"This Italian-inspired shopping center opts for authenticity at every turn; In the grand tradition of street performers worldwide, the cobbled streets of the Venetian's Grand Canal Shoppes come alive with around 30 small performances every day. Living statues intrigue and delight, the Artiste del Arte musicians sing to shoppers, and troupes of classically trained performers from all over the globe bring the best of the Old World right to Las Vegas.Where: Grand Canal Shoppes at VenetianAges: All"

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Paulgokin used under CC BY-SA 3.0. Situated within The Venetian Resort Las Vegas is the enchanting Grand Canal Shoppes. This shopping mall is located directly on the Strip, making it easily accessible for locals and international visitors alike."

"Boasting more than 500,000 square feet of luxury retail, dining and entertainment, Crystals is a shopping marvel. Designed by renowned architects Studio Daniel Libeskind and David Rockwell, the venue attracts the world’s high-end couture labels and luxury brands such as Louis Vuitton, Prada, Tiffany & Co. and Tom Ford. Also offering a range of dynamic restaurants including two concepts from Wolfgang Puck, Eva Longoria’s Beso Steakhouse, Mastro’s Ocean Club, Crystals is the ideal retail venue for the elite traveler."

"The Crystals Shopping Las Vegas Mall is an impressive, very upscale Las Vegas Strip Mall whose glittering facade shows from the outside that something special awaits you. Located in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip next to the Aria, it houses some of the most exclusive luxury shops in the world. From Louis Vuitton, Prada, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana Women’s to Mikimoto, Paul Smith, Porsche Design, and Tourbillon, all well-known brands have a store here."

"This is truly one of the most unique places for the best shopping in Las Vegas. What stands apart for these stories is its stunning location, since it is located on the sky bridge connecting Mandalay Bay and Luxor. With more than 40 stores, restaurants, and unique stores; all your shopping longings will be fulfilled here!"

"In truth, the shops at Mandalay Place are geared toward adults, and specifically for adults who are ready to part with their cash. If this is you, then more power to you, and you'll be relieved to know that there are several family-friendly places to eat interspersed between the shops.Where: Mandalay BayAges: All ages"

"Overview: The Shoppes at Mandalay Place are located on the skybridge between Mandalay Bay and the Luxor. This is another mall with mostly boutique stores and souvenir shops. If you find something you like here, you’ll usually be able to get a pretty good deal."