Las Vegas has been on my to-do list for awhile now. There is a good chance I will get there for the first time this October. While I would love to getaway with just my husband, in the back of my mind I'm considering making this a family affair. After all, we did family-friendly Mardi Gras!
While Vegas is the mega-center for casino games, there is so much more on the strip. Quite a few of the Las Vegas hotels have family-friendly attractions of their own.
Here are some of my top picks.
- Disney's The Lion King at Mandalay Bay - One of the most popular shows on the strip, The Lion King will come to life right before your eyes. This show is recommended for children 6 years and older; tickets start at $75.
- Madame Tussaud's at the Venetian - Always a favorite, spend the afternoon posing with celebrity wax figures. Great activity for teens.
- Fountains of Bellagio- This free show is sure to amaze! Monday - Friday, 3 p.m. - midnight. Saturday and Sunday, noon - midnight. The fountains run every half-hour until 8 p.m. and every 15 minutes after that until midnight.
- Gondola Ride at the Venetian - Transport your family to Venice with a scenic indoor gondola ride at the Venetian. Adults $15, children $7.50.
- Adventuredome Theme Park at Circus Circus - voted one of the best family attractions in Las Vegas, Adventuredome has 25 rides and attractions. $24.95 for an all day adult pass, $14.95 for a junior.
- Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay - Come face-to-face with some of the earth’s most fascinating creatures in North America’s only predator-based aquarium and exhibit. Adults $16.95, children $10.95.
- The Eiffel Tower observation deck at Paris - For an amazing view of the valley, take your family to the top of the Eiffel Tower at Paris Hotel. $10 for adults, $7 for children.
As far as where to stay? My top choice is the Four Seasons Las Vegas. This non-gaming hotel is located on the south-end of the Las Vegas Strip. Guests have access to Mandalay Bay's casino, water park and children's amenities, including babysitting.
Other great choices are Mandalay Bay, Red Rock Resort & Casino, Excalibur Hotel and Circus Circus...depending on your taste.
One thing's for sure, there's enough entertainment in Las Vegas to keep the whole family occupied!
Helen Serrano
All the above is very true. i should know. I've been living in this wonderful town for the last 25 years. And by the way, if you need any baby equipment rental, you can check out my site.
October is the perfect month to come. The weather is fabulous!
Happy traveling.
Erin Watson
And of course your Paris will love to go to the Paris Hotel! Hope you all are well and enjoying the last bits of summer. Best, Erin
Cheryl Pope
Just got back from Vegas a few weeks ago. Didn't take Princess Zaria but next time I will. I heard Circus Circus is great.