downtown las vegas visitors guide
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It’s not just Vegas. It’s original Vegas.
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18b, The Las Vegas Arts District
Fremont East Entertainment District
Fremont Street Experience
Cultural Corridor
Symphony Park
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City of Las Vegas, Las Vegas Boulevard State Scenic Byway – part of America’s Byways®
Cultural Corridor Trail – 12 blocks
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Sights and Amenities
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2 Short History of Las Vegas
5 Bars, Lounges & Nightclubs
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A Publication of:City of Las VegasEconomic and Urban Development DepartmentCity Hall, Sixth Floor495 S. Main St.Las Vegas, Nevada 89101702.229.6551702.386.9108 (TTY)lasvegasnevada.gov/EUDlvrda.orgfacebook.com/lvbusiness
Business Hours:Monday – Thursday7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Cover and section divider artwork by: Don Seiersen
Use map on left to find locations listed in this guide (ex. Brass Lounge F15).
LAS VEGAS CITY COUNCIL
Carolyn G. GoodmanMayor
Mayor Pro Tem Stavros S. Anthony, Ward 4Councilwoman Lois Tarkanian, Ward 1Councilman Steven D. Ross, Ward 6Councilman Ricki Y. Barlow, Ward 5
Councilman Bob Coffin, Ward 3Councilman Bob Beers, Ward 2
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WELCOME!
Enjoy the heart of our city where everything began: downtown Las Vegas. Located just a few miles north of the Las Vegas Strip, this area is being revitalized and is full of energy and excitement. In downtown, you’ll discover not just Las Vegas, but the original Las Vegas. Let this guide get you started.
Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman
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The famous Las Vegas Strip is not located within the city limits of Las Vegas. The strip actually comes under the jurisdiction of Clark County.
Almost 40 million people visited Las Vegas in 2012.
Las Vegas offers 14 of the 20 largest hotels in the world and has more hotel rooms than any other place on Earth.
Downtown’s Golden Gate is the oldest continuously operating hotel and casino in Las Vegas; it opened in 1906 as the Hotel Nevada.
Annual rainfall in Las Vegas totals slightly more the four inches.
At 1,149 feet, the Stratosphere is the tallest observation tower in the United States and the second tallest free-standing structure west of the Mississippi River.(Pictured at right.)
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1800sArea named Las Vegas, Spanish for “the meadows,” as it offered a green valley and desert spring waters for westward travels.
1904Construction camp built here for railroad workers.
1911Las Vegas incorporated.
1929 - 1941A growing tourism industry and Hoover Dam construction enables Las Vegas to avoid economic calamity during The Great Depression.
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1905110 acres of land adjacent to the Union Pacific Railroad tracks are auctioned in what would become the downtown area.
1931Nevada legalizes casino gambling. State reduces residency requirements for divorce to six weeks. Construction begins on the Boulder Canyon Project, now called the Hoover Dam.
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1941The Las Vegas Army Air Corps Gunnery School is established. Currently known as Nellis Air Force Base, it is home to the Air Force aerobatic team called the Thunderbirds.
1945Notorious “Bugsy” Siegel is one of several owners of a downtown hotel called the El Cortez. He went on to open the Flamingo Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip. Both hotels are still in existence.
1951Atomic bomb testing begins 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas. Residents and visitors can witness the mushroom clouds from the city.
1940s - 1950sLas Vegas becomes the gambling capital of the world.
1959“Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign created by resident Betty Willis, who never sought a trademark.
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1967Eccentric recluse and multimillionaire mogul, Howard Hughes, buys the Desert Inn Hotel-Casino so he can continue residing on the top floor.
1989Entrepreneur Steve Wynn changes the face of the Las Vegas gambling industry by opening up the first mega-casino resort, called The Mirage.
1995The five-block Fremont Street Experience, featuring 12.5 million LED Lights and 550,000 watts of sound, opens downtown.
2012During “The Year of Downtown,” $789 million dollars worth of projects make their debut, helping to revitalize the urban area. These include The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, the Discovery Children’s Museum, The Mob Museum, the Neon Museum, a new City Hall complex and renovations for Zappos.com’s new corporate headquarters.
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BARS, LOUNGES & NIGHT CLUBS
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5th Avenue Pub I13906 S. Sixth St.702.385.5000Artifice Bar J91025 S. First St., Ste. A702.489.6339artificebar.comAtomic Liquors F18917 Fremont St.702.982.3000atomiclv.comBackstage Bar & Billiards(Triple B) F16601 Fremont St.702.382.2227backstagebarandbilliards.comBar & Bistro @ The Arts Factory J9107 E. Charleston Blvd., Ste. 155702.202.6060barbistroaf.comThe Beat Coffeehouse F15520 Fremont St.702.385.2328thebeatlv.comBeauty Bar F15517 Fremont St., Ste. A702.598.1965thebeautybar.com/las_vegasBinion’s Gambling Hall E12128 Fremont St.702.382.1600binions.com
Benny’s BullpenFront BarPoker Room BarSteakhouse BarWhiskey Licker
Brass, The Lounge F15425 Fremont St., Second Floor702.382.3531brasslasvegas.comBunkhouse Saloon F19124 S. 11th St.702.384.4536bunkhouselv.comCalifornia Hotel & Casino E1112 E. Ogden Ave.702.385.1222thecal.com
Dave’s BarMain Street BarRedwood BarSan Francisco Pub
Commonwealth F15525 Fremont St.702.445.6400commonwealthlv.comThe D Las Vegas Casino Hotel F13301 Fremont St.702.388.2400thed.com
LONGBARThe D BarVue Bar
Dino’s Lounge L111516 Las Vegas Blvd. South702.382.3894dinoslv.comDon’t Tell Mama F15517 Fremont St.702.207.0788
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Downtown Cocktail Room F15111 Las Vegas Blvd. South702.880.3696thedowntownlv.comDrink & Drag F14(Alternative Lifestyle)450 Fremont St., Ste. 250702.489.3724drinkanddrag.comEl Cortez Hotel & Casino F16600 Fremont St.702.385.5200elcortezhotelcasino.com
Casino BarLobby BarParlour Bar
Four Queens Hotel & Casino F13202 Fremont St.702.385.4011fourqueens.com
Canyon ClubChicago Brewing Company King’s BarHugo’s BarPalace BarPatio Bar
Fremont Country Club F16601 Fremont St.fremontcountryclubvegas.comFremont Hotel & Casino F13200 Fremont St.702.385.3232fremontcasino.com
Casino BarSecond Street Grill BarSports BarTony Roma’s Bar
Girls Of Glitter Gulch E11(Adult Entertainment)22 Fremont St.702.385.4774Golden Gate Hotel & Casino E11One Fremont St.702.385.1906goldengatecasino.com
Casino BarFlair BarOne Bar
Golden NuggetHotel Casino F12129 Fremont St.702.385.7111goldennugget.com
The Bar (outside)Chart House BarClaude’s BarGold DiggersGrotto BarHideout at H2OH2O Bar at The TankIce BarInternational Beer BarRush LoungeSports BarVic & Anthony’s Bar
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The Griffin F15511 Fremont St.702.382.0577Hennessey’s Tavern F15425 Fremont St.702.382.4421hennesseyslasvegas.comHogs & Heifers Saloon E13201 N. Third St.702.676.1457hogsandheifers.comInsert Coin(s) F15512 Fremont St.702.447.2525insertcoinslv.comLa Bayou Casino Bar E1115 Fremont St.702.385.7474Lady Silvia @ Soho Lofts I12900 Las Vegas Blvd. Souththeladysilvia.comLas Vegas Club E1118 Fremont St.702.385.1664vegasclubcasino.net
Main Casino BarLas Vegas Country Saloon F14425 Fremont St., Second Floor702.382.3849lvcountrysaloon.netMain Street StationCasino Hotel D11200 N. Main St.702.387.1896mainstreetcasino.com
Boar’s Head Casino BarTriple 7 Microbrewery
Mermaids Casino Bar E1132 Fremont St.702.382.5777
Mickie Finnz F14425 Fremont St.702.382.4204mickiefinnzlasvegas.comMob Bar E13201 N. Third St.702.259.9700mobbarlv.comOG Gentlemen’s Club L11(Adult Entertainment)1531 Las Vegas Blvd. South702.386.9200ogvegas.comPark on Fremont F15506 Fremont St.702.798.7000parkonfremont.comPlaza Hotel & Casino E10-11One Main St.702.386.2110plazahotelcasino.com
Omaha BarOscar’s LoungeWilliam Hill Race & Sports Book BarZbar
Radio City Pizza F15508 Fremont St.702.992.5505radiocitypizza.comSnick’s Place K11(Alternative Lifestyle)1402 S. Third St.702.385.9298snicksplace.comThunderbird Lounge J12Aruba Hotel & Spa1215 Las Vegas Blvd. South702.383.3100arubalasvegas.comVanguard Lounge F15516 Fremont St.702.868.7800vanguardlv.comVelveteen Rabbit K111218 S. Main St.
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CASINOS
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Binion’s Gambling Hall E12128 Fremont St.702.382.1600binions.com
California Hotel & Casino E1112 E. Ogden Ave.702.385.1222thecal.com
The D Las Vegas HotelCasino F13301 Fremont St.702.388.2400thed.com
El Cortez Hotel & Casino F16600 Fremont St.702.385.5200elcortezhotelcasino.com
Four Queens Hotel & Casino F13202 Fremont St.702.385.4011fourqueens.com
Fremont Hotel & Casino F13200 Fremont St.702.385.3232fremontcasino.com
Golden Gate Hotel& Casino E11One Fremont St.702.385.1906goldengatecasino.com
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino F12129 Fremont St.702.385.7111goldennugget.com
La Bayou Casino E1115 Fremont St.702.385.7474
Las Vegas Club E1118 Fremont St.702.385.1664vegasclubcasino.net
Main Street Station CasinoBrewery Hotel D11200 N. Main St.702.387.1896mainstreetcasino.com
Mermaid’s Casino E1132 Fremont St.702.382.5777
Plaza Hotel & Casino E10-11One Main St.702.386.2110plazahotelcasino.com
Use the map at the front of this guide to find locations (ex. Brass Lounge F15).
MUSEUMS &ATTRACTIONS
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Boundaries of 18b, the Las Vegas Arts District
18b, The Las Vegas Arts District18b.orgView the galleries along Charleston Boulevard. Take in the studios, design stores and antique shops on Main and Commerce streets. Experience the offerings at the art and vintage boutique shops in the cottages on Colorado Avenue. All are found in burgeoning , which is located in downtown Las Vegas.
Centennial MuralsThe City of 100 Murals, a signature project of the Las Vegas Centennial in 2005, inspired the creation of permanent and temporary murals, and involved thousands of students, artists and citizens. These murals can be found throughout the Las Vegas Valley at schools, public and commercial buildings and other facilities. The topics are diverse and range from familiar Las Vegas themes to historical events. Murals located downtown:Pyramids At Red Rock Canyon – 200 Fremont St. E13Glamorous Games Of The Past – One Fremont St. E11Nitelite – Fremont Street/Las Vegas Boulevard F15Our Community – Third Street/East Imperial Avenue K11Interpretive Vision – 1228 S. Casino Center Blvd. K10Our History – 1630 S. Commerce St. M9The Old Ice House – 708 S. Main St. H9The Gutenberg Museum – 1060 S. Main St. J8Feeding The 5,000+ – 231 W. Charleston Blvd. J6Las Viva Vegas – 1205 Las Vegas Blvd. South J12National Youth Service Day Coalition – 900 Las Vegas Blvd. North C16The Old Fort – 500 E. Washington Ave. C17Chase – 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North C16
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Use the map at the front of this guide to find locations
(ex. Brass Lounge F15).
City Hall GalleriesChamber Gallery G10Las Vegas City Hall495 S. Main St., Second Floor229-1012 or 229-6511Located on City Hall’s second floor to the right and above the main lobby, this gallery’s primary focus is group exhibits showcasing local artists’ two-dimensional work. The exhibits feature diverse cultural, social and local themes. The city’s Cultural Affairs office can provide validation for two hours of free parking in the city’s garage across the street at 500 S. Main St.Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., except holidaysAdmission: Free
The Grand Gallery G10Las Vegas City Hall495 S. Main St., First Floor229-1012 or 229-6511Located in the lobby of Las Vegas City Hall, this gallery highlights sculptures by local artists. The city’s Cultural Affairs office can provide validation for two hours of free parking in the city’s garage across the street at 500 S. Main St.Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., except holidaysAdmission: Free
Sign located by bus stop at Casino Center Boulevard near Coolidge Avenue. (Photo by Ryan Reason)
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Cultural CorridorLocated just north of downtown is a cultural hub that includes the Las Vegas Natural History Museum, the Las Vegas Shakespeare Company, the Neon Museum Boneyard, the Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort and State Historic Park, the Las Vegas Library and Cashman Center. For further information, visit culturalcorridorvegas.org.
Las Vegas Natural History Museum C16900 Las Vegas Blvd. North702.384.3466lvnhm.orgAncient Egypt and the boy pharaoh called King Tut are some of the highlights at this museum. From the desert to the ocean, from Nevada to Africa, from prehistoric times to the present, the museum takes young and old alike on a learning adventure around the world.Hours: Daily, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.Admission: $10 for adults; $8 for seniors, military and students 12 and over; $5 for children 3-11; free for children two and younger.
Las Vegas Shakespeare Company C16821 Las Vegas Blvd. North702.527.6800lvshakespeare.orgThe award-winning Las Vegas Shakespeare Company makes its home in the Cultural Corridor. The theatre houses two performance spaces offering classical Shakespeare, musicals, contemporary plays, new works, holiday productions and children’s shows year-round. The company also offers workshops and has an extensive educational outreach program in partnership with the school district.
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Neon Museum Boneyard C16770 Las Vegas Blvd. North702.387.6366 (NEON)neonmuseum.orgThe Neon Museum’s Boneyard features rescued architectural landmarks from some of the city’s most celebrated properties, dating from the 1930s to the present day. The visitor’s center/entrance is housed in the former lobby of the La Concha Motel, which was once on the Las Vegas Strip. The two-acre facility includes more than 150 mostly unrestored vintage neon signs, as well as a public park. A number of restored neon signs located along Las Vegas Boulevard, portions of which have been designated a Federal Scenic Byway, are also part of the museum’s collection. For museum updates, more information and to book a tour visit neonmuseum.org. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made by advanced ticket purchase via the Neon Museum website.Hours: Tours run every half hour. Start times vary by season. Please call or visit the website for current tour times.Admission: $18 for adults, seniors, students, active military and veterans; $12 for Nevada residents (w/ID); free for children under 6
Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park C17500 E. Washington Ave.702.486.3511http://parks.nv.gov/parks/old-las-vegas-mormon-fort/The first permanent non-native settlers in the Las Vegas Valley were a group of Mormon missionaries who built an adobe fort in 1855. Today, this site includes a remnant of the original fort, as well as a visitor center with interpretive displays. This historic state park is located at the intersection of Las Vegas Boulevard and Washington Avenue.Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday.Admission: $1 for adults (ages 13 & up); children under 13 – free.
DISCOVERY Children’s Museum G7360 Promenade Place 702. 382.5437ldcm.orgDISCOVERY Children’s Museum at the Donald W. Reynolds Discovery Center is located adjacent to The Smith Center for the Performing Arts. The 58,000-square-foot, three-story museum features nine interactive exhibition galleries focusing on science, art and culture, and early childhood development. The museum also offers traveling exhibitions, daily programs, demonstrations and activities, special events and cultural programming.Hours (Fall-Spring): Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Closed Monday.Summer Hours (June 1-Labor Day): Monday- Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, noon- 5 p.m.Admission: $12 for ages 1 to 99; Free: members, children younger than one year old, adults 100 years old. Children under 13 years of age must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. Yearly memberships are available.
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Businesses operating in Nevada are among the least taxed in the nation. The following taxes imposed in most states are not imposed in Nevada: corporate or personal income, franchise, unitary, inventory, admissions and inheritance or intangible taxes. In addition, there is no tax on food for home use or on prescription drugs.
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First Fridaysfirstfridaylasvegas.comThis monthly culture and arts festival is held in downtown Las Vegas on the first Friday of each month. It is located in the heart of 18b, The Las Vegas Arts District and extends into the Fremont East Entertainment District. It is open to all ages. First Friday offers free art and music classes for children and adults, showcases more than 100 established and emerging local artists, provides four stages and over a dozen live bands, and features food trucks galore. Special art installations, performances and interactive activities are created each month to showcase different themes. These might include live performance paintings, ballet flashmobs, large-scale educational installations and fire dancing. A KidZone has been established, which also features different themes each month. Children can receive painting instruction from Disney artists, learn to garden or build their own playground out of foam blocks. Teens also have a special area called the ShuffleZone, with world-famous DJs, special artists and vendors.Hours: 5 p.m.– midnightAdmission: Free
Fremont East Entertainment District E15-17, F15-17Fremont Streetfremonteast.comLocated adjacent to the popular Fremont Street Experience, Fremont East is an entertainment district offering an eclectic mixture of bars, clubs and restaurants in downtown Las Vegas. In 2007, the city of Las Vegas Redevelopment Agency and area property owners invested in a three-block renovation that included pedestrian-friendly street redesign, landscaping and retro-looking neon signs.
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Burlesque Hall of Fame F15Emergency Arts 520 Fremont St.1.888.661.6465burlesquehall.comThe Burlesque Hall of Fame pays tribute to the spicy hybrid of music, comedy, theatre and dance known as burlesque. It showcases a collection of costumes, stage props, scrapbooks, personal effects and publicity photos representing legendary burlesque performers from around the world.Hours: Friday – Sunday, noon – 5 p.m.
(Wednesday & Thursday by appointment only)Admission: $5 suggested donation for adults; $3 suggested for seniors and students.
Fremont Street Experience E11-14, F11-14425 Fremont St.702.678.5600vegasexperience.comFremont Street Experience is a five-block entertainment complex located in downtown Las Vegas. Fremont Street Experience features Viva Vision, the world’s largest video screen, which is 1,500 feet long, 90 feet wide and suspended 90 feet above an urban pedestrian mall. Nightly, Viva Vision offers hourly light and sound shows with 12.5 million LED lights and a 550,000-watt sound system. The Fremont Street Experience is a one-of-a-kind venue that includes free concerts and entertainment on three stages. With direct pedestrian access to 10 casinos, more than 60 restaurants and specialty retail kiosks, Fremont Street Experience annually attracts more than 17 million visitors. One of Fremont Street Experience’s more popular attractions is SlotZilla, a zip line allowing riders to “fly” under the five-block Viva Vision canopy and above thousands of people. Riders can zip along in a seated position or have the option of flying horizontally Superman-style.Hours: Viva Vision shows run at the top of each hour from dusk through midnight. Fremont Street Experience is open 24/7.
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Historic Fifth Street School G13-14Corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Clark Avenue702.229.6469artslasvegas.org5thstreetschool@lasvegasnevada.orgThe Historic Fifth Street School was built during the Great Depression immediately off Las Vegas Boulevard (what was formerly called Fifth Street). It was constructed in the Spanish mission-style. The school was recently renovated and revitalized, opening in the fall of 2008 as a downtown “cultural oasis” housing local arts and architectural organizations. Its common areas are available for public and private rentals. Part of the historical school complex is the Centennial Plaza, containing a replica of the Liberty Bell and a Monument to the Simulacrum sculpture that sits atop a time capsule. Free tours of the Historic Fifth Street School, as well as complimentary gallery exhibits, are available upon request, provided they are arranged in advance by calling 702.229.6469.
Adjacent to the historic school complex is a “Poets Bridge,” featuring select works of poetry embedded in concrete.
Mob Museum E14(National Museum of Organized Crime & Law Enforcement)300 Stewart Ave.702.229.2734themobmuseum.orgThe Mob Museum presents an authentic view of the Mob’s impact on Las Vegas history and its unique imprint on the world. True stories of Mob history are brought to life via exhibits, high-tech theater presentations and more than 600 artifacts – the largest collection of Mob and related law enforcement memorabilia under one roof. Since opening in 2012, The Mob Museum has accumulated numerous accolades, including being named one of “20 Places Every American Should See” by Fox News and Budget Travel magazine, “Las Vegas’ Best New Attractions for 2012” by Travel + Leisure magazine and “9 Reasons to Visit Las Vegas” by CNNgo.Hours: Sunday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m – 8 p.m.Admission: $18 for adults (18+); $12 for children (5-17 w/ID); $14 for seniors (65+), active military, veterans, law enforcement and teachers (w/ID); $10 for Nevada residents (w/ID).
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Photo by Geri Kodey and courtesy of The Smith Center
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Rotunda Gallery At Clark County Government Center H6500 S. Grand Central ParkwayOrganized through Clark County Cultural Outreach, this center features exhibits of local, contemporary artists.Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., except holidaysAdmission: Free
The Smith Center For The Performing Arts G7361 Symphony Park Ave.702.749.2000thesmithcenter.comThe Smith Center for the Performing Arts offers a blend of performances – from dance and music, to first-run attractions and Broadway shows. This five-acre, multivenue campus boasts an array of shows at an affordable price.Hours: Varies according to performance schedule.Admission: Tickets start at $24.
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SHOPPINGGeneralAs downtown Las Vegas experiences revitalization, a varied mix of new shops are opening their doors. These include boutiques specializing in vintage clothing; art galleries; purveyors of popular, mid-20th century furniture and furnishings; a nostalgic candy store and more. You’ll find many of these clustered along or near downtown’s Main Street, Las Vegas Boulevard and the Fremont East Entertainment District.
Las Vegas Premium Outlets - North I5875 S. Grand Central Parkway702.474.7500premiumoutlets.com/lasvegasOffers 150 designer and name-brand outlet stores in an upscale village setting, with savings of 25 - 65 percent every day. Stores include 7 For All Mankind, A|X Armani Exchange, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Coach, Dolce & Gabbana, Guess, Michael Kors, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, St. John, Tory Burch and many more. Center amenities include two parking garages, a food court and a buffet restaurant. Customer services include ATMs, foreign currency exchange and an Internet cafe. The center is a short taxi ride from the Las Vegas Strip or Fremont Street and is served by a Strip/Downtown Express bus route.
AS SEEN ON TVPawn Stars TV Show H13Gold and Silver Pawn Shop713 Las Vegas Blvd. South702.530.4959gspawn.comPawn Stars, a History Channel favorite and top-rated show, features wheeling and dealing for unusual, intriguing and historical items at the Gold and Silver Pawn Shop, a family-owned business in downtown Las Vegas. Join the enthusiastic crowds you’ll find at this shop on Las Vegas Boulevard.Hours: Open daily 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
American Restoration TV Show J8Rick’s Restorations1112 S. Commerce St.702.366.7030ricksrestorations.comAmerican Restoration is a History Channel series filmed in downtown Las Vegas. The stars of this show take old, dilapidated items and restore them to their original glory. Every restoration is a high-stakes business project intended to result in a valuable collectible, preserving a piece of American culture. Tours of the facility are available during their regular operating hours.Hours: Monday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Admission: Free
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Albo Pizza Restaurant L111510 Las Vegas Blvd. South702.383.3225albopizzalv.com Pizza All All
Amanecer Salvadoreno L101524 S. Main St.702.383.0901 Salvadorean All All All
Anthony’s Pizza & Deli G13321 S. Casino Center702.896.0353 Pizzeria/Deli M-F M-F
Asada’s Tacos E13318 Fremont St.702.473.5733 Mexican All All All
Bar + Bistro @ The Arts Factory J9107 E. Charleston Blvd., Ste. 155702.202.6060barbistroaf.com Bistro M-F All All
The Beat Coffeehouse F15520 Fremont St.702.385.2328thebeatlv.com Café All All M-Sa
Big Ern’s BBQ F16102 S. Seventh St.702.834.7845bigernsbbq.com BBQ Tu-F
Binion’s Gambling Hall E12128 Fremont St.702.382.1600binions.com
Benny’s BullpenBinion’s CaféBinion’s DeliTop of Binion’s Steakhouse
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Boston Pizza 1 L111507 Las Vegas Blvd. South702.385.2595bostonpizzavegas.com Pizza All All
Brass Lounge F15Second Floor425 Fremont St.702.382.3531brassthelounge.com Casual F-Sa All
Cafelatte E9Molasky Corporate Center100 N. City Parkway, #130702.629.3400 Coffee M-F M-F
California Hotel & Casino E1112 E. Ogden Ave.702.385.1222thecal.com
Aloha Specialties RestaurantCalifornia ClubLappert’s Ice CreamMarket Street CaféPasta PirateRedwood Bar & Grill
HawaiianSnack BarIce CreamCaféSeafood/PastaFine Dining
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Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop G12Regional Justice Center200 Lewis Ave.702.631.1112capriottis.com Sandwich Shop M-F
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Restaurant Type B L D
Casa Don Juan J91204 S. Main St.702.384.8070casadonjuanlv.com Mexican All All All
Chicago Joe’s I12820 S. Fourth St.702.382.5637chicagojoesrestaurant.com Italian T-F T-Sa
City Centre Café G13375 Lewis Ave.702.383.4055 Café M-F M-F
City Center Quiznos G13365 Lewis Ave.702.380.0900quiznos.com Fast Food M-F M-F
Courthouse Bar & Grill G13330 S. Third St.702.388.8222 American M-F M-F
The D Las Vegas Casino Hotel F13301 Fremont St.702.388.2400thed.com
American Coney IslandAndiamo SteakhouseD GrillMcDonald’s
DinerSteak HouseGrill/BuffetFast Food
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Denny’s F14450 Fremont St.702.471.0056dennys.com All All All
Doña Maria Tamales I12910 Las Vegas Blvd. South702.382.6538donamariatamales.com Mexican All All All
Eat F16707 Carson Ave.702.534.1515eatdowntownlv.com Comfort Cuisine All All
El Cortez Hotel & Casino F16600 Fremont St.702.385.5200elcortezhotelcasino.com
Café CortezThe FlameSubway
CaféSteak HouseFast Food
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El Gaucho Luca’s Café F13231 Third St., Ste. 110702.384.3115elgaucholucascafé.com South American M-F M-F
El Sombrero Café H9807 S. Main St.702.382.9234 Mexican M-Sa F-Sa
Espresso King Kafe III H6Clark County Government Center500 Grand Central Parkway702.455.1704bepnv.com Café M-F M-F
Florida Café K121401 Las Vegas Blvd. South702.385.1704floridacafecuban.com Cuban All All All
Foley Food G14Foley Federal Building300 Las Vegas Blvd. Southbepnv.com Café M-F M-F
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Restaurant Type B L DFour Queens Hotel & Casino F13202 Fremont St.702.385.4011fourqueens.com
Chicago Brewing CompanyHugo’s CellarMagnolia’s VerandaFood Court
Dreyer’s Ice CreamNoble Roman’s PizzaSubway
Brew PubGourmetCafé
Ice CreamPizzaFast Food
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Fremont Hotel & Casino F13200 Fremont St.702.385.3232fremontcasino.com
Dunkin’ DonutsLanai ExpressParadise Buffet & CaféRocky Mountain ChocolateSecond Street GrillTony Roma’s
Fast FoodSnack BarBuffet/CaféCandyFine DiningAmerican/BBQ
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Fremont MediterraneanCafé F14450 Fremont St., Ste. 123702.366.9501fremontmediterraneancafe.com Mediterranean All AllGeorge Snack Bar G14George Federal Building333 Las Vegas Blvd. Southbepnv.com Café M-F M-FGolden Gate Hotel& Casino E11One Fremont St.702.385.1906goldengatecasino.com
Du-par’s Restaurant & Bakery Diner All All AllGolden Nugget Hotel & Casino F12129 Fremont St.702.385.7111goldennugget.com
The BuffetCarson Street CaféChart HouseThe GrilleGrotto RestaurantLillie’s Asian CuisineRed SushiStarbucks Coffee (2)Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse
BuffetCoffee ShopSeafoodSnack BarItalianPan-AsianJapaneseGourmet CoffeeSteak House
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Heart Attack Grill F15450 Fremont St.heartattackgrill.com Burger Grill All AllHennessey’s Tavern F15425 Fremont St., Ste. 110702.382.4421hennesseyslasvegas.com Irish Pub All AllJack In The Box L101591 S. Main St.702.383.6908jackinthebox.com Fast Food All All AllJason’s Deli E9Molasky Corporate Center100 City Parkway702.366.0130jasonsdeli.com Deli M-F M-SaKabob Korner F15507 Fremont St.702.384.7722 Mediterranean All All
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Keep Memory Alive Café G6A Red Velvet CaféCleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Centerfor Brain Health888 W. Bonneville Ave.702.722.6814theredvelvetcafe.com Café M-F M-F
La Comida F15100 S. Sixth St.702.463.9900 Mexican Su-F T-Su
Las Vegas Club E1118 Fremont St.702.385.1664vegasclubcasino.net
Snack BarSnack Bar All All All
Las Vegas Country Saloon F14Second Floor425 Fremont St.702.382.3849lvcountrysaloon.net Casual F-Sa T-Su
Las Vegas Premium Outlets I5875 S. Grand Central Parkway702.474.7500premiumoutlets.com/lasvegas
Auntie Anne’s Soft PretzelsChina PantryDairy Queen/Orange JuliusThe FudgeryGreat Steak & Potato Co.Italia ExpressJapan Café GrillMakino Seafood & Sushi BuffetStarbucks CoffeeSubway
Fast FoodFast FoodFast FoodCandyFast FoodFast FoodFast FoodSeafood/SushiGourmet CoffeeFast Food
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Le Thai F15523 Fremont St.702.778.0888lethaivegas.com Thai M-Sa M-Sa
Lola’s – A Louisiana Kitchen J6241 W. Charleston Blvd., Ste. 101702.227.5652lolaslasvegas.com
New Orleans/Cajun M-Sa M-Sa
Luna Rossa Ristorante F15450 Fremont St.702.928.5862lunarossafrex.com Italian All All
Main Street Station Casino Brewery Hotel D11200 N. Main St.702.387.1896mainstreetstation.com
Garden Court BuffetTriple 7 Restaurant & Microbrewery
BuffetBrew Pub/Sushi
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Mermaid’s Casino E1132 Fremont St.702.382.5777
Mermaid’s Snack Bar Snack Bar All All
Mickie Finnz F14425 Fremont St., Ste. 120702.382.4204mickiefinnzlasvegas.com Casual/Seafood All All
Mingo, Kitchen & Lounge J91017 S. First St., Ste. 180702.685.0328eatmixmingo.com
AmericanComfort All All
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Moxie Java G13321 S. Casino Center702.641.1921moxiejava.com Coffee Café M-Sa M-Sa
Mundo G6495 S. Grand Central ParkwayBuilding A-116702.270.4400mundolasvegas.com Latin All M-Sa
Ocha Cuisine J121201 Las Vegas Blvd. South702.386.8631 All All
Park On Fremont F15506 Fremont St.702.798.7000parkonfremont.com Gastropub All All
Piccadilly Pizza Fremont E14322 Fremont St.702.477.0188 Pizza All All
Plaza Hotel & Casino E10-11One Main St.702.386.2110plazahotelcasino.com
Food CourtCafelatteZaba’s Mexican KitchenSubwayMcDonald’sGigi’s Cupcakes
Hash House A Go GoIsland Sushi & Hawaiian GrillOscar’s SteakhousePop Up Pizza
CaféTex MexFast FoodFast FoodCupcakesAmericanSushi/HawaiianFine DiningPizza
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Rachel’s Kitchen At The Ogden E15150 Las Vegas Blvd. North, Ste. 160702.778.8800rachelskitchen.com Café M-Sa M-Sa M-Sa
Radio City Pizza F15508 Fremont St.702.992.5505radiocitypizza.com Pizza All All
Salvadoreno Restaurant C12720 N. Main St.702.385.3600 Salvadorean Tu-Su Tu-Su
Simpo Sandwich J8300 E. Charleston Blvd., Ste. 101702.868.0215simposandwich.com Sandwich Shop M-F M-Sa
Starbucks Coffee F13300 S. Fourth St.702.759.3426starbucks.com Gourmet Coffee M-F M-F
Thai Original BBQRestaurant L111424 S. Third St.702.383.1128thaioriginalbbqlv.com Thai All All
Triple George Grill E13201 N. Third St., Ste. 120702.384.2761triplegeorgegrill.com Fine Dining All All
Uncle Joe’s Pizza F15505 Fremont St.702.385.2162 Pizza Tu-Su Tu-Su
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Allure Wedding Chapel I11823 S. Third St.702.791.2667allurechapel.com
Chapelle de L’Amour H12255 E. Bonneville Ave.702.685.4111chapelledelamour.com
Chapel Of Love L111430 Las Vegas Blvd. South702.387.0155
Cupid’s Wedding Chapel I13827 Las Vegas Blvd. South 702.598.4444
Denny’s F14(Chapel within restaurant) 450 Fremont St.702.471.0056
Elvis Chapel/Las Vegas Wedding Chapel I16727-C S. Ninth St.702.383.5909elvischapel.com
Faithful Love Wedding Chapel I11708 S. Third St.702.471.7729
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino F12129 E. Fremont St. 702.471.0056
Graceland and Storybook Wedding Chapel H13710 Las Vegas Blvd. South 702.382.0091
Heavenly Bliss Chapel I11930 S. Third St. 702.444.5444heavenlyblisschapel.com
Lily Of The Valley Wedding Chapel G121735 Las Vegas Blvd. South 702.573.2216
Little Chapel Of The Flowers M111717 Las Vegas Blvd. South702.735.4331littlechapel.com
Little White Wedding Chapel K121301 Las Vegas Blvd. South702.382.5943alittlewhitechapel.com
Mon Bel Ami/Silver Bell H13607 Las Vegas Blvd. South 702.388.4445monbelami.com
The Plaza Wedding Chapel E10-11(Plaza Hotel & Casino)One Main [email protected]
Shalimar Wedding Chapel K121401 Las Vegas Blvd. South 702.382.7372shalimarweddingchapel.com
Special MemoryWedding Chapel I12800 S. Fourth St. 702.384.2211aspecialmemory.com
Stained GlassWedding Chapel F13100 S. Third St. 702.384.4340stainedglassweddingchapel.com
Sweethearts Wedding Chapel J121155 Las Vegas Blvd. South 702.385.7785
Vegas Adventure Wedding Chapel L111600 Las Vegas Blvd. South 702.270.2522vegasadventureweddings.com
Vegas Weddings H12555 S. Third St. 702.933.3464702weddings.com
Viva Las VegasWedding Chapel J121205 Las Vegas Blvd. South 702.384.0771vivalasvegasweddings.com
Wee Kirk O’ The Heather F14231 Las Vegas Blvd. South 702.382.9830weekirk.com
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Photo courtesy of the Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority
Las Vegas is recognized as the
world’s wedding capital with
an average of more than
100,000 weddings per year.
Marriage License Requirements:
Requirements for U.S. citizens and non-U.S. citizens are the same. It is suggested that non-U.S. citizens check with your local officials for special documents that may be needed to ensure that your marriage will be recognized in your country.Applicants must be a biological male and female, at least 18 years of age, not nearer of kin than second cousins or cousins of half blood, and not have a husband or wife living.
Examples of acceptable documents that can be used to obtain marriage licenses:• Driver’s license or state-issued
identification card• Foreign government-issued
identification• Passport• Military identification• Certificate of citizenship or
naturalization• Permanent resident cardNote: IDs must reflect the full, correct name you desire on your marriage certificate.
All documents must be originals; copies are not allowed. Documents must include photos.
Social Security numbers are required on the Affidavit of Application for a marriage license for U.S. citizens. (It is recognized that non-U.S. citizens will not have a Social Security Number.)
Blood Test:
There is no blood test and no waiting period after a license is issued.
Marriage Ceremonies:
Confirm that the person performing the marriage ceremony possesses a “Certificate of Authority to Perform Marriages” issued by a county clerk from the state of Nevada. The ceremony may be performed in any wedding chapel, church or the civil marriage commissioner’s office. These marriages are recognized throughout the world.
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GENERAL LICENSE INFORMATION
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MARRIAGE LICENSE BUREAU G12Regional Justice Center201 E. Clark Ave. Las Vegas, Nevada 89101 702.671.0600 Hours: Open daily, 8 a.m. to midnightclarkcountynv.gov
The Marriage License Bureau is prohibited from issuing a new license to couples that are currently married. Couples may renew their wedding vows at a church or wedding chapel. Churches or chapels may require you to bring a copy of your marriage certificate for proof of marriage before performing the renewal ceremony.
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Divorced Applicants:
Applicants are required to list the month, day, year, city and state of their divorce. The divorce must be final and filed with the court in the state or country granted. You are not required to bring the divorce decree.
Minor applicants, ages 16 or 17 (not yet age 18), must have the consent of a parent or legal guardian.
License Fees:
The fee for a marriage license is $60, if paid by cash, cashier’s check or money order. The cost is $65 if paid with American Express, Discover, MasterCard or Visa credit card. Debit cards are not accepted unless they are debit/credit cards.
Other Countries’ Requirements:
If your home government requires a copy of the marriage license, you may want to consider purchasing a certified copy of the “Affidavit of Issuance of Marriage License” when you come to the Marriage License Bureau. This document is not available online, but you can purchase it at the Marriage Bureau instead of waiting until you return home.
Some countries may require a certified copy of your marriage certificate and an Apostille from the Nevada Secretary of State to finalize the marriage in your country. An Apostille may be obtained by contacting the Nevada Secretary of State by mail at:
Nevada Secretary of StateCapitol ComplexCarson City, Nevada 89701
For a more complete list of requirements and regulations, please visit clarkcountynv.gov.
Nevada Marriage Requirements In Brief:
•Proofofage(driver’slicense,
passport or birth certificate)
•MusthaveaSocialSecuritynumber
•Foreignerswhoexchangeweddingvows
in the U.S. may need additional or
special documentation to guarantee
the marriage is recognized in their
country
•Parentalconsentandcourtorder
(if under age of 16)
•Nobloodtest
•Nowaitingperiod
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Photo courtesy of the Regional Transportation Commission
While visiting Las Vegas, let the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) do the driving for you. They have several public transit options that are accessible, convenient and affordable.
The Deuce on the Strip.This is the RTC’s most popular transit option, allowing travelers to experience both the Las Vegas Strip and downtown Las Vegas via enclosed double-decker vehicles. Downtown Las Vegas points of interest when riding the Deuce include:
• The Mob Museum • Fremont Street Experience• Pawn Stars TV Show Site
(Gold & Silver Pawn Shop)• 18b, The Las Vegas Arts
District
The Deuce operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Passengers can buy a pass at a ticket vending machine or on board the vehicle. Visitors can buy a two-hour pass for $6, a 24-hour pass for $8 or a three-day pass for $20. The passes also include access to the Strip & Downtown Express service and other residential RTC routes.
The Strip & Downtown Express is a rapid transit service that uses streetcar vehicles to connect travelers to downtown Las Vegas, the Las Vegas Convention Center and major attractions along the Las Vegas Strip. Travelers who are on a tight schedule should use this service. It provides faster service with fewer stops.
Downtown Las Vegas points of interest while riding the Strip & Downtown Express service include:
• Las Vegas Premium Outlets-North
• Symphony Park/World Market Center Las Vegas
• Fremont Street Experience
This service operates seven days a week. Passengers should purchase passes from ticket vending machines located at all stops before the vehicle arrives. Riders can buy a two-hour pass for $6, a 24-hour pass for $8, or a three-day pass for $20. The passes also include access to the The Deuce on the Strip service and other residential RTC routes.
McCarran International Airport. If you just arrived and your destination is downtown Las Vegas, at the airport’s ground level zero take the Westcliff Airport Express for the fastest service to downtown. If you are departing downtown Las Vegas, the fastest route will be to board the Westcliff Airport Express to the airport.
For more information, visit ridethestrip.com.
Public Bus Service
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2013 Transit MapCourtesy of Regional Transportation Commission
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Photo courtesy of Big Bus Tours
SIGHTSEEING TOURS
Tour downtown Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Strip via Big Bus Tours, which offers open-top, double-deck buses. These tours are narrated and have guides. Hop on and off at your leisure at 20 different stops, which include numerous locations on The Strip and downtown (including Fremont Street, Pawn Stars and Las Vegas Premium Outlets – North).
Tickets can be purchased on the bus, through the concierge at many hotels or online at bigbustours.com.Hours: Daily from 10 a.m.– 6 p.m. Buses come by every 30 minutes.One-day tour: adults - $38, children (4 - 12) - $28Two-day tour: adults - $48, children - $38
Two nighttime tours are also available seven days a week. These guided tours last up to three hours and include an hour to explore downtown’s lively Fremont Street. For more information and to obtain tickets, either ask your concierge or visit bigbustours.com.Tour Times: Daily at 7 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.Admission: adults $26, children (4 - 12) $16
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CITY OF LAS VEGAS PARKING INFORMATION
City of Las Vegas Parking InformationThe city of Las Vegas recently installed in the downtown area new multispace meters that accept credit and debit cards, as well as coins. These solar-powered meters (pictured below) enable users to print receipts. The meters also allow residents and visitors to use a mobile device app to find available on-street downtown parking in real time.
Hours and days of operation for parking meters vary. Visitors should refer to the information posted on the parking meter. The city of Las Vegas offers free metered parking on major holidays.
Handicap/Disabled Parking• As a courtesy, drivers with handicap
plates/placards are allowed four hours free at on-street parking meters in the city of Las Vegas. Drivers with disabled veteran or prisoner of war license plates – including those from other states – are exempted from parking (including meter) fees.
• You must have a government-issued disabled person’s plate/placard to park in a handicapped space. These plates/placards may only be used by the person to whom they are issued. The minimum fine for illegal parking in a handicapped space in Nevada is $250.
Paying Parking TicketsIn person: You can pay in person at 500 S. Main St.Office hours are Monday - Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.Visa, MasterCard, Discover, checks and cash are accepted.Online: lasvegasnevada.gov/payticketBy mail: Submit check or money order in the remittance envelope provided.
Further Parking InformationContact the city of Las Vegas Parking Division at 702.229.4700, Monday – Thursday, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Voice mail messages may be left outside of normal business hours.
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