Things to Do in Nevada

Hoover Dam is considered a modern civil engineering wonder and is a National Historic Landmark. The visitors center is open 363 days a year and two guided tours of the dam are available: a 30-minute Powerplant Tour and a 60-minute Dam Tour. Tours include media presentations, exhibits, and commentary by guides that serve to educate visitors about the dam's features and operations, while the Dam Tour even includes exploring passages within the dam itself. For visitors planning to both take a tour and look around the structure, it's recommended to plan for at least 2 hours on site. Hoover Dam is a 35 minutes day trip from Las Vegas (35.8 mi) via I-11 S:

Through the interactive re-telling of true stories, The Mob Museum covers the history of organized crime in America and the law's attempts to combat it. The museum is home to hundreds of artifacts, which are integrated into the storyline of each exhibit and which track the mob in America from the late 19th century to today.

Events such as the St. Valentine's Day Massacre and mob relationships with Hollywood and politicians are explored, as is the pivotal role of the Prohibition in the mob's legacy in America. The Mob Museum provides a comprehensive look into how deeply the mob has influenced American culture, economics, and politics over the last century.

Address: The Mob Museum, 300 Stewart Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89101, Phone: 702-229-2734

Located near the basin that served as a major stopover for settlers traveling on the Cave Valley Road, the Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park is named for the six historic charcoal ovens located on site. The beehive-shaped ovens were in operation between 1876 and 1879, during the silver boom period.

Once their purpose of producing charcoal ceased, they served to shelter people during bad weather and rumor has it that bandits used the ovens as a hideout.

The park provides plenty of recreational resources, including picnic facilities, camping, trails (for hiking and biking during summer and for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter), fishing, and nature study.

Address: Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park, Ely, NV 89315, Phone: 775-289-1693

The National Atomic Testing Museum is devoted to educating the public about the country's nuclear weapons testing at the Nevada test site. It aims to promote a better understanding of the role that testing plays in deterring nuclear weapons and in geo-political history.

The museum collects and preserves artifacts related to not only the Nevada test site, but also atomic testing, the Cold War, nuclear science, radiological science, and related technology.

Currently, the museum's collection includes more than 16,000 artifacts, many of them rare. Aside from showcasing the collection in exhibits, the 8,000-square-foot space also features learning activities on topics such as atmospheric and underground testing, radiation, and the atomic age.

Address: 755 E. Flamingo Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89119 , Phone: 702-794-5151

Entertainment

Peppermill Resort Spa Casino is a perfect weekend getaway with over 1,600 rooms, three-story spa, fabulous sun deck, indoor pool, and a full-service salon. The hotel received the coveted AAA Four Diamond rating for its luxury amenities.

The 33,000 square foot spa has Mediterranean-inspired architecture with beautiful fountains and water features. The diverse spa menu will satisfy even the most demanding spa goer. There is a 82,000-square-foot casino with a great selection of table games, fun slots, poker, and sports and race book. Relex next to one of the two pools or work out at the impressive 9,900-square-foot fitness center on vacation.

The three outdoor jetted spas are heated using on-site geothermal energy and offer a great way to relax after exploring the city. Dine at one of the restaurants at the resort and head to the nightclub after a dlicious meal.

Address: 2707 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502

Wynn Las Vegas Casino is a spacious 110,000 square feet and houses 259 table and poker games, 2,600 branded gaming machines, a newly opened poker room, and a players lounge. Players can also wager on events using the Wynn Race & Sports Book, either onsite or from anywhere in Nevada with the Wynn Mobile Sports app.

The poker room, which opened in May 2016, features 28 poker tables with different games and limits. The 8,600-square-foot room also includes a high stakes area and a wagering window. The Encore Players Lounge offers pool and table games, and both the lounge and poker room are home to dozens of oversized HDTVs.

Address: Wynn Las Vegas Casino, 3131 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, Phone: 702-770-7000

Recommended Activities for Families

Located across from the front desk lobby, the 14,000-square-foot Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is home to 34,000 flowers, 750 shrubs, and 25 trees. The conservatory team of 120 members changes the garden exhibits each season and 90% of the horticulture used in the outgoing showcase is recycled, in a nod to ecological conservation.

Above the space, the glass ceiling's floral patterns etched in green oxidized copper complement the exhibits, and the showcases themselves are meant to highlight the seasonal touches to the resort's bridges, ponds, gazebos, and trees. The conservatory is considered a central component of the Bellagio's arrival and departure experience.

Address: Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas NV 89109, Phone: 888-987-6667

The 550-foot High Roller, located at the LINQ's outdoor promenade, is the world's tallest observation wheel. The wheel takes 30 minutes to make a complete revolution and offers vistas of Las Vegas from glass cabins that can hold up to 40 people.

Visitors looking to do more than take in the spectacular view can book an hour-long yoga session with a professional instructor (High Roller Yoga), a 30-minute chocolate tasting (A Chocolate Experience), or a 30-minute happy hour ride (Happiest Half Hour in Vegas). The wheel is also available for school trips, weddings, and private events.

Address: 3535 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109, Phone: 800-634-6441

With a base elevation of 8,260 feet, the lodges at Mt. Rose are the highest base elevation you'll find in Lake Tahoe. Covering 2,100+ acres, the resort offers vertical drops of 1,800 feet, 60+ trails, and three terrain parks. The trails include a beginner terrain, the slide bowl, and the chutes. The terrain parks include the Badlands, Double Down, and Pondo Park.

The parks are regularly redesigned and Mt. Rose ensures that a number of terrain park options are available to guests. The resort's terrain split is 20% beginner, 30% intermediate, 40% advanced, and 10% expert. Both private and group lessons are available for all ages and levels.

Address: Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe, 22222 Mt Rose Hwy, Reno, NV 89511, Phone: 775-849-0704