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Where to Stay in Las Vegas (2021 • COOLEST Areas!)
"The closest you are going to get to a classic New York rooftop bar is tucked away at the top of this dining destination. Besides being one of the premiere eateries Downtown, Carson Kitchen carries on founder Kerry Simon’s legacy with an atmosphere of sophisticated fun. The rooftop is like a destination within a destination, perfect for some of their famous bacon jam with baked brie and toasted baguette or an innovative cocktail."
"With a special skill for classic American cuisine and handcrafted cocktails, Carson Kitchen is a pillar of the Las Vegas outdoor dining experience. Since they opened in 2014, the restaurant has spent years perfecting their menu and enhancing their outdoor rooftop and bar. Their menu is full of delicious bites including their butter burger and secret Sunday chicken sandwich."
"Downtown’s Carson Kitchen offers two patios, including one on the rooftop. Diners can order crispy chicken skins or bacon jam, or grab a beer from the list that includes local breweries."
"Paris Las VegasThe next time you gaze up to the top of the Eiffel Tower replica on the Strip, lower your eyes a bit to the middle. That's where you'll find the Eiffel Tower Restaurant, where the dining room comes with sweeping Strip views that overlook the Bellagio fountains across the street. The restaurant, which features a mix of American and French cuisine, is so romantic, it's seen more than 10,000 proposals over the past 20 years with special packages available to pop the question in the best way possible."
"One of those Las Vegas restaurants with a view, this Eiffel Tower restaurant offers you the charm of Paris in the Sin City. The place is charming and undoubtedly romantic. They have both lunch and dinner option available with two and three courses, and the former is cheaper than the latter if budget is your concern."
"At this haute eatery midway up its namesake tower, the Francophile wine list is vast, the chocolate soufflé is unforgettable and views of the Strip and Bellagio's fountains are breathtaking."
"Drai’s after-hours venue offers a more intimate experience|© Hugh Threlfall / Alamy Stock Photo. Drai’s has been a staple of Las Vegas for so long that it’s become known as the city’s longest-running nightclub. Since 1997, Drai’s signature style has been giving local people and tourists a place to kick back and enjoy an upscale atmosphere long after all other nightclubs have closed their doors for the day."
"Sitting atop the Cromwell like a glowing, palm tree-studded crown is Drai’s, the pool party and nightclub from legendary impresario Victor Drai. Visit during the day and the pool is the center of attention, surrounded by lounge chairs and two levels of cabanas. Or come at night, when the breeze and the vibe render it an entirely different experience."
"A post shared by YYZ to LAS (@yyzlas) on Feb 12, 2019 at 12:35pm PST. If you are someone who is very much into parties and beach clubs, then Drai’s Beachclub and Nightclub is your perfect place. Nestled on the 11th floor of the Cromwell Hotel, the rooftop bar displays a party atmosphere."
"Whether your preference is surf, turf, or both, The Capital Grille offers a memorable afternoon or evening of must-try fine dining. Delicious dry-aged, hand-cut steaks and fresh seafood dishes are available in the comfortable yet sophisticated dining room, or book a private dining suite for up to 40 guests. Complement your meal with wine from a list featuring 350 labels from around the world, carefully curated by the restaurant's master sommelier."
"The Capital Grille is situated in the Trump Hotel in Las Vegas. It features a wood-burning fireplace and breathtaking views. Chef Michael Mina has designed an extensive menu with items such as roasted duckling, dry-aged filet mignon steak, seafood pierogies with truffled crème Fraiche, pan-roasted sea scallops as well as a number of other dishes!"
"It's hard to say what's more impressive: the museum's physical location in a historic federal courthouse where mobsters sat for federal hearings in 1950–51, the fact that the board of directors is headed up by a former FBI special agent, or the thoughtfully curated exhibits telling the story of organized crime in America. In addition to hands-on FBI equipment and mob-related artifacts, the museum boasts a series of multimedia exhibits featuring interviews with real-life Tony Sopranos."
"Trace Nevada's history back millions of years at the Nevada State Museum in Las Vegas. Just a few miles from downtown Las Vegas, the Nevada State Museum is part of Springs Preserve, a 180-acre (70-hectare) complex home to trails, bike paths, archaeological sites, and desert wildlife. The museum features exhibits about Nevada’s cultural history, natural history, and geology, including the state fossil (a complete ichthyosaur) and displays about the Hoover Dam and American Indians."
"Located at Springs Preserve, the Nevada State Museum works to advance the understanding of the history, pre-history, and natural history of Nevada. With everything from Nevada’s state fossil to historic Las Vegas glitz and glamour. Traveling exhibits ensure that each trip to the Nevada State Museum is a new experience for visitors new and old."
"Every child loves watching the trains pass by, especially the large freight trains. The Nevada State Railroad Museum, found in Carson City, tells the history of the Nevada railroad system through locomotives, artifacts, photographs, and other exhibitions."
"You can enjoy all of the best parts of Las Vegas—swimming, gambling, and cocktails—all from the Tropicana pool deck. Start your day with swim-up blackjack and happy hour at Tropicana Las Vegas. Each day, Tropicana Pool offers a morning-time happy hour featuring domestic beers, frozen cocktails, and mimosas, so it's a great spot to go for breakfast (don't feel bad, you're in Vegas)."
"The Laugh Factory brings together a diverse group of comedians, highlighting a different comedian each night. The Laugh Factory has been responsible for launching several now-big-name careers, such as the Second City in Chicago feeds SNL. Past comedians have included Tim Allen, Dave Chappelle, Eddie Murphy, Jay Leno, and Wanda Sykes to name just a shortlist."
"It isn’t Las Vegas without quickie weddings, and at the Tropicana, you can utilize the chapel in between catching a show, getting a manicure, gambling at the slots and seeing a celebrity impersonator. It’s an all-inclusive resort with tons of entertainment for tourists of all types. Are you feeling hungry?"
"The Delano Las Vegas is a hotel that is defined by understated elegance, and its Bathhouse Spa is no deviation from this style. Textured slate walls, polished stone and trendy furniture give this stylish spa a luxurious yet hip atmosphere. Taking cues from nature, real stones line the bottom of the plunge pools, and many of the products used in treatments have ingredients sourced from local desert flowers and cacti."