10 Things to Do Off the Beaten Track in Las Vegas
Find Unusual Attractions Around Sin City
It might be hard to believe, but there are plenty of things to do off the beaten track in Las Vegas. While Sin City is home to numerous casinos and endless nightlife, its more unusual attractions, including haunted museums, neon collections, and art installations, are particularly impressive. From rock-and-roll-themed miniature golf to playing around with construction equipment, there’s endless fun.
The local museums are especially interesting, as they showcase some real oddities, including supposedly haunted artifacts and neon signs from Vegas’ past. You can enjoy it all when you explore the best things to do off the beaten track in Las Vegas.
1. Pinball Hall of Fame
An interactive walk through pinball history
Categoría: Familias, Historia
The Pinball Hall of Fame features more than 200 different pinball machines that come from all eras, including specialty and rare machines that you won’t find anywhere else. You’ll also be able to see a few arcade machines showcasing other retro video games.
Unlike most museums, the Pinball Hall of Fame encourages visitors to interact with the items on display. Every machine is playable, and you can enjoy classic pinball machines maintained by a dedicated veteran arcade operator. The fun is even more wholesome when you consider that all profits go toward charitable organisations.
Ubicación: 4925 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89119, USA
Horarios: Sunday–Thursday from 10 am to 9 pm, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 10 pm
Pinball Hall of Fame
2. Kiss Mini Golf
Rocker-themed miniature golf
Categoría: Familias
KISS Mini Golf is an 18-hole indoor miniature golf course centered around the classic rock band KISS. Featuring a glow-in-the-dark rocker aesthetic, the course was custom-designed to fit the Kiss image. Expect to see video and special effects along with unique props never seen before.
In addition to the course itself, you’ll also find a Kiss museum, several arcade games and a massive gift shop to pick up souvenirs as unusual as the attraction itself. KISS coffee or hot sauce, anyone? Rock’n’roll couples can even get married in their themed wedding chapel. You can find it all in the Rio Hotel, right on the Vegas Strip.
Ubicación: The Rio, 3700 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89103, USA
Horarios: Sunday–Thursday from noon to 10 pm, Friday–Saturday from noon to 11 pm
Teléfono: +1 702-558-6256
Kiss Mini Golf
3. Burlesque Hall of Fame
Showcasing the history of burlesque
Categoría: Historia, Foto
The Burlesque Hall of Fame is a museum in the Arts District dedicated to preserving the history and artistry of burlesque as a cultural phenomenon and way of expression with props, photos and costumes. Through visual exhibits, you’ll learn not only about the art form itself but also about the lives of some of the greatest burlesque performers in history from the 1800s to present day’s neo-burlesque.
Anyone over 18 can enrol in classes to learn the art of the striptease, or if you’re in Vegas for a bachelorette party, why not celebrate with a specialised workshop? Time your visit for early summer and experience nightly showcases and parties at their incredible weekend festival.
Ubicación: 1027 S Main St #110, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Horarios: Monday, Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm, Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm (Closed Tuesday–Thursday)
Teléfono: +1 888-661-6465
Burlesque Hall of Fame
4. Dig This
A construction playground
Categoría: Familias, Exótico
Dig This is a fun playground where kids and adults alike can spend the afternoon playing with construction equipment and moving around dirt, tires and other items. The more serious machines will be reserved for adults, of course, but kids as young as 3 can find fun as well.
The purpose of this unusual attraction is to create memorable experiences where friends and family can work together to accomplish certain tasks while enjoying the novelty and power that comes with operating industrial machinery. You’ll find this attraction a few miles south of downtown in Southern Highlands.
Ubicación: 800 W Roban Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89044, USA
Horarios: Daily from 8 am to 4 pm
Teléfono: +1 702-268-2907
Dig This
5. Zak Bagan’s The Haunted Museum
A creepy collection of curiosities
Categoría: Exótico
Zak Bagans’ The Haunted Museum, just west of Mary Dutton Park, is home to a wide variety of obscure and haunting oddities that are presented in a chilling vibe that makes even skeptics feel uneasy. Among the items housed in this museum, you’ll find the van that was used by Dr. Kevorkian and the chair Michael Jackson passed away in.
Among the creepy artifacts, the remnants of the Demon House are arguably the most famous. The Indiana Demon House is infamous for its paranormal hauntings and, while the house was demolished, the staircase is still intact and is on display in the museum. For an extra spooky experience, consider booking one of their ghost tours. Más información
Ubicación: 600 E Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89104, USA
Horarios: Wednesday–Monday from 10 am to 8 pm (closed Tuesday)
Teléfono: +1 702-444-0744
Zak Bagan's The Haunted Museum
6. The Big Edge
Colorful watercraft art installation
Categoría: Exótico
Head right across the street from the ARIA to see the Big Edge, an art installation that’s made from more than 200 boats put together in a flowering cluster that makes it look like a massive metal bouquet. This work of art was created by Nancy Rubins, who is well known for crafting impressive art installations from spare parts of airplanes, HVAC systems and other industrial scraps.
One of the more unique aspects of this sculpture is that much of the support is hidden, making it appear as if the collective of boats is defying gravity. Make sure you pause for a photo, because the installation against the city backdrop is fantastic.
Ubicación: 2600 W Harmon Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA
The Big Edge
7. The Underground House
An eerie hidden mansion
Categoría: Exótico, Parejas, Foto
Spencer Street near the University District is home to many a modest house and business. You’d never know that hidden 25 feet underground is a luxury Cold War-era mansion, complete with a spa, putting green and a billiards room. Built in 1978 amid fears of a nuclear attack, you’ll find an expanse of fake lawn, artificial trees and even LEDs recreating sunrise and sunset.
Inside, opulent bedrooms and living areas are decorated with rich furnishings that are perfect for unusual parties and events. If you’d like to experience this bizarre, stuck-in-time house, check online for special tours or get in touch with the owners to arrange an appointment.
Ubicación: 3970 Spencer St, Las Vegas, NV 89119, USA
Horarios: By appointment only
Teléfono: +1 702-525-6128
The Underground House
8. The Mob Museum
A fascinating look into America’s history with organised crime
Categoría: Historia, Vida nocturna
Often lauded as the best museum in Nevada, this nonprofit museum is a must if you’re looking for unusual things to do in Las Vegas. Organised crime has been the subject of many a film, TV show and novel, but you can learn all about the real thing in the Mob Museum, found in the heart of Downtown.
Traverse 4 floors of intriguing artefacts, videos, interactive exhibits and special talks and programmes. Learn the origins of the Mob in America, investigate crime labs and step into the shoes of a police officer with a Firearm Training Simulator. You didn’t hear it from us, but there’s also an underground speakeasy serving Prohibition-era cocktails and playing live music from a bygone era.
Ubicación: 300 Stewart Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Horarios: Daily from 9 am to 9 pm
Teléfono: +1 702-229-2734
The Mob Museum
9. The Neon Museum
A neon sign graveyard
Categoría: Parejas, Familias, Foto, Historia
Think of Vegas and you immediately envision vibrant neon displays lighting up a dark skyline. But where do those signs go when it’s time to retire? That would be The Neon Museum, found within Vegas’ Cultural Corridor area. This 2.6-acre outdoor museum features the “Neon Boneyard,” a collection of over 250 used signs from all over the city, including casinos, hotels and theme parks.
Daytime visits can involve an Illuminating Las Vegas tour and the North Gallery, but if you really want to be wowed, come after dark. Restored signs shine in all their glory, while North Gallery hosts an awe-inspiring and immersive audiovisual show. Check online before you visit for special events like block parties, workshops and guest artists.
Ubicación: 770 Las Vegas Blvd N, Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA
Horarios: Daily from 3 pm to 11 pm
Teléfono: +1 702-387-6366
The Neon Museum
10. Omega Mart
Imaginative art installation with optical illusions and hidden passages
Categoría: Familias, Parejas, Exótico
Created by arts company Meow Wolf, the Omega Mart is a mind-bending visual art installation within the AREA 15 entertainment complex. A grocery store-inspired immersive exhibit might sound mundane, but the Omega Mart is anything but. Hidden within bizarre bags of crisps, deli meats containing works of art and pyramids of tinned food is a kaleidoscopic world of artwork.
While most displays are downright kooky, they’re also stunningly beautiful, so make sure you set aside a few hours to explore the Omega Mart from top to bottom. If you’re feeling thirsty, why not look in the pharmacy? Rumour has it you’ll find a hidden bar with unusual cocktails.
Ubicación: 3215 S Rancho Dr #100, Las Vegas, NV 89102, USA
Horarios: Hours vary by season
Teléfono: +1 866-636-9969
Omega Mart
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