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Las Vegas & Southern Nevada

Explore things to do in Las Vegas. See the engineering marvel of the Hoover Dam, revel in the wide-open spaces of Nevada's deserts, and behold the bright lights, great hotels, and world-class restaurants of the Sin City Strip.

The Las Vegas strip lit up at dusk.

Get to know Las Vegas like a local, from downtown to Chinatown, Red Rock Canyon to Hoover Dam.

A family hikes through the vibrant rocks at Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada.

Eye-catching rock formations, desert wildlife, and mementos of history make this day trip from Las Vegas a win.

Overlooking the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River below.

Slow down and spend time at the surprising number of stunning sites on the way to the South Rim.

Open highway near Death Valley National Park

This desert road trip brims with life.

dramatic Fire Wave sandstone formation with woman standing in distance at Valley of Fire State Park in Moapa Valley, Nevada

Spring’s mild temperatures make it the perfect time to explore Nevada's Moapa Valley.

The Eagle in the Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle, Washington

Experience your favorite cities without busting your budget.

Platter of tacos with salsa at Tacolicious in California

When your taco craving strikes, satisfy with one of these best bites.

A family rides a railbike in Carson City, Nevada.

Traverse breathtaking scenery and explore historic terrain on a railbike adventure.

water cuts through grasslands just outside of Las Vegas in Clark County Wetlands Park, image

See two sides to Las Vegas—both of which are sure to wow.

Hoover Dam under overcast skies, image

History lives on in Boulder City, Nevada, the town built to support the Hoover Dam.

Poipu Beach in Kauai, Hawaii on a clear day

From vibrant cities to sandy beaches, the top spots for your pre-baby vacation.

St. Patricks Day parade in Butte, MT

If corned beef isn’t your jam, the West delivers other ways to enjoy St. Paddy’s Day fun.

Liberty Lake surrounded by green, leafy trees under blue, partly cloudy sky at Liberty Park in Salt Lake City, Utah, picture

Step into nature and let the kids explore at one of these great urban parks around the West.

Lowell Observatory exterior on a starry night in Flagstaff, Arizona, picture

Celebrate the golden anniversary of the moon landing this summer at 10 western destinations.

fried chicken sandwich and crinkle fries at Pretty Bird in Salt Lake City, Utah, picture

Creative chefs are taking chicken seriously—with delicious results.

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