Siouxperfan7 Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 The countdown is on to the Vegas game this weekend. Many of us will be heading to Sin city in the next couple days. For me (and maybe others) it will be my first trip to Vegas. There are hundreds of websites telling you the "must see" activities in Las Vegas. Obviously the Strip, Freemont St, Bellagio Fountains,etc are popular hot spots. I can go online and find others as well, but what I am looking for is tips from those of you that have been to Vegas and give suggestions of places you gone, sites you have seen, restaurants you have eaten at....stuff like that. Call me crazy, but I respect the opinions of most people on here and am curious of the suggestions of those of us that can help the rest of us newbies the best way to make this trip awesome. Alright, let's hear it. To all you Vegas veterans, let me know what I gotta check out!! Quote
UNDBIZ Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 Haven't been to it yet, but I've heard Gold Spike just off Fremont is a good time. I also plan to do TopGolf while down there. https://goldspike.com/playground/ Quote
ChrisUND1 Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 Cautionary reply: Be smart. Put wallets in front pocket, watch purses. Watch the alcohol so that you aren't completely out of it. Have someone with you when you are walking, especially if you are off the main drags. There are many many professionals who look for tourists to steal from/scam. I remember being on a packed dance floor at a club and getting both of my back pockets quickly touched, looking to lift my wallet. Other than that, HAVE FUN! Quote
InHeavenThereIsNoBeer Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 Here's a few off the top of my head: - The High Roller enclosed ferris wheel w/ open bar at The Linq for great views of the strip - Top Golf behind MGM, fun even if you're not a big golfer - Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens - Secret Pizza in Cosomopolitan for drunk food - Hash House a Go Go in Harrah's for Breakfast/Brunch - Earl of Sandwich at Planet Hollywood for awesome cheap sandwiches - If you're into clubs with EDM or hip hop, a ton of big names that weekend. Lil Wayne at Drais, Steve Aoki at Jewel, Martin Garrix at Omnia(personal favorite) Quote
UNDBIZ Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 Also, the tables on Fremont are cheaper (lower minimums) than the Strip if you're looking to gamble. Quote
Popular Post sioux24/7 Posted October 23, 2018 Popular Post Posted October 23, 2018 Went there in June for a bachelor party for my first time. I don’t remember what we did. 5 Quote
MissSioux85 Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 The buffet at Caesars Palace is top notch! (and I generally don't even like buffets) Quote
UNDBIZ Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 1 minute ago, sioux24/7 said: Went there in June for a bachelor party for my first time. I don’t remember what we did. I'm also struggling here, haha. No idea the names of the places I went, we just wandered the strip and ended up somewhere each day. Quote
UNDColorado Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 Top golf, In-N-Out Burger, a buffet and steady drinking are on tap for my group. Quote
WiSioux Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 The single most important thing to tell people who have never been to Vegas before is that the entire city is an optical illusion. You're gonna think "I see that casino, I can walk there"... It is A LOT further than you think! Bring good walking shoes or hop in a cab. 3 Quote
WiSioux Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 35 minutes ago, InHeavenThereIsNoBeer said: Here's a few off the top of my head: - The High Roller enclosed ferris wheel w/ open bar at The Linq for great views of the strip - Top Golf behind MGM, fun even if you're not a big golfer - Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens - Secret Pizza in Cosomopolitan for drunk food - Hash House a Go Go in Harrah's for Breakfast/Brunch - Earl of Sandwich at Planet Hollywood for awesome cheap sandwiches - If you're into clubs with EDM or hip hop, a ton of big names that weekend. Lil Wayne at Drais, Steve Aoki at Jewel, Martin Garrix at Omnia(personal favorite) I second Hash House A Go Go... Get a single pancake and it'll be bigger than a pizza! Yum Quote
ChrisUND1 Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 3 minutes ago, WiSioux said: The single most important thing to tell people who have never been to Vegas before is that the entire city is an optical illusion. You're gonna think "I see that casino, I can walk there"... It is A LOT further than you think! Bring good walking shoes or hop in a cab. YES! You will walk a TON, both on the strip, and within the various casinos and sportsbooks. Quote
ChrisUND1 Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 4 minutes ago, WiSioux said: I second Hash House A Go Go... Get a single pancake and it'll be bigger than a pizza! Yum I third Hash House. Also, if you are at the Rio, the Voodoo Lounge and/or Voodoo Steakhouse are worth a look. Great views. Quote
NDinCO Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 If your looking for some healthier activities the Vegas area has many beautiful desert hikes. Or just a scenic drive is well worth it. https://www.outdoorproject.com/blog-news/11-best-day-hikes-near-las-vegas https://localemagazine.com/las-vegas-hikes/ Quote
77iceman Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 I lived in LV for a few years . . . didn't spend a lot of time on the Strip. It depends on if you have a car or if you're just hoofing it around the Strip. If you have wheels, Hoover Dam is an awesome experience. For food my favorite was The Peppermill on the north end of the Strip. It's like crossing a 70's strip club with a Perkins (with MUCH better food). Quote
NDRPinLV Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 For those from the 70-80s era or those that appreciate vintage video games, try the pinball hall of fame. You can play all games for a quarter or fifty cents. Its actually pretty cool and not far from the strip on Tropicana: http://www.pinballmuseum.org/ Quote
InHeavenThereIsNoBeer Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 2 hours ago, WiSioux said: I second Hash House A Go Go... Get a single pancake and it'll be bigger than a pizza! Yum Sounds familiar, I thought I was starving and ordered chicken and waffles. Ate maybe 1/2 of the meal and was about to fall asleep at the table. You won't leave hungry! Quote
SiouxperDave Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 2 hours ago, InHeavenThereIsNoBeer said: Here's a few off the top of my head: - The High Roller enclosed ferris wheel w/ open bar at The Linq for great views of the strip That's what we're doing on Saturday afternoon. Quote
Sundog Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 26 minutes ago, NDRPinLV said: For those from the 70-80s era or those that appreciate vintage video games, try the pinball hall of fame. You can play all games for a quarter or fifty cents. Its actually pretty cool and not far from the strip on Tropicana: http://www.pinballmuseum.org/ I always stop at the pinball hall of fame. They have a few old school hockey themed games, one of two upright pinball games, brand new games and electromechanical classics. 1 Quote
InHeavenThereIsNoBeer Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 10 minutes ago, SiouxperDave said: That's what we're doing on Saturday afternoon. Awesome time, did it for a friend's bachelor party a couple years back. The views are great and we were feeling pretty dang good once we were done! Quote
Oxbow6 Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 3 hours ago, sioux24/7 said: Went there in June for a bachelor party for my first time. I don’t remember what we did. Quote
petey23 Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 4 hours ago, Siouxperfan7 said: The countdown is on to the Vegas game this weekend. Many of us will be heading to Sin city in the next couple days. For me (and maybe others) it will be my first trip to Vegas. There are hundreds of websites telling you the "must see" activities in Las Vegas. Obviously the Strip, Freemont St, Bellagio Fountains,etc are popular hot spots. I can go online and find others as well, but what I am looking for is tips from those of you that have been to Vegas and give suggestions of places you gone, sites you have seen, restaurants you have eaten at....stuff like that. Call me crazy, but I respect the opinions of most people on here and am curious of the suggestions of those of us that can help the rest of us newbies the best way to make this trip awesome. Alright, let's hear it. To all you Vegas veterans, let me know what I gotta check out!! I think if you asked him nice, maybe GFHockey would take you under his wing and really show you Vegas! Quote
InHeavenThereIsNoBeer Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 27 minutes ago, petey23 said: I think if you asked him nice, maybe GFHockey would take you under his wing and really show you Vegas! If by "Vegas" you mean Spearmint and Sapphire, I'm sure he'd be more than capable. Quote
siouxstudent Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 Ellis Island....Trust me. Cheap Steak Cheap Brew Quote
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