Best Museums in Sloan

"Everyone has heard of the Titanic and probably even seen the famous motion picture that tells the tragic story, but this museum offers something completely new and unique. This exhibit is one of the highest attended exhibitions in history. You can see over 250 authentic artifacts recovered from the wreck."

"Experience the wonder and tragedy of the world’s most famous ocean-liner, Titanic. Viewed by more than 25 million people worldwide, the Exhibition is one of the highest attended in history."

"This is one of the most famous museums in the city which took over from Las Vegas Art Museum. It is located in the University of Nevada’s compound and strives to maintain both the natural history and display contemporary art. It is not very well established but still holds rotating exhibitions, inviting art pieces for the community."

"The Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art is located on the UNLV campus and is part of their College of Fine Arts. The admission is free, so it’s a great way to spend an afternoon if you need a break from the casinos. The beautiful, open space has benches and a very relaxing atmosphere to sit down and stare at the art."

"This place is in the Luxor Hotel & Casino, it exhibits 13 preserved human bodies and more than 250 organs for an educational purpose. Here, if your kids are not squeamish, they can see how our muscles intricate and our organs in addition to getting educated a little bit about what happens if we neglect of our bodies. Bodies is one of the best kids attractions in Las Vegas."

"There is something incredibly fascinating about these macabre exhibits. What is on display is the preserved remain of actual people partially dissected to reveal the inner working of the Human body. To stand face to face with a once-living breathing human being is quite disturbing but ultimately the Exhibit is seriously fascinating."

"For a truly unique look into the complexities of the human body, stop by the BODIES exhibit. Thirteen preserved human bodies have been carefully shaped to display every facet of the human body, including circulatory and nervous systems. It’s geared towards people without scientific backgrounds without being too scientific."

"The Nevada Southern Railroad Museum is a family-friendly museum dedicated to showcasing the history of the railroad system in Boulder City. Operated by the Nevada State Railroad Museum, the museum is set on the tracks that were laid down by the Union Pacific Railroad to service the Boulder Dam project and features a passenger platform, four operational diesel locomotives, three steam locomotives, and a variety of non-operational equipment that has been cosmetically refurbished for static display. Visitors can enjoy rides on wheelchair-accessible open-air cars or air-conditioned and heated Pullman coaches as well as model railroad displays and 7½" gauge trains on the weekends."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user Mobilus In Mobili used under CC BY-SA 2.0. If you were ever curious about the history of the famous US railroad that used to run through the entire country, transporting gold, animals, and people since 1827, there is no better place for you than Boulder City. Nevada State Railroad Museum offers a big collection of locomotives, train cars, and photographs."

"Located in the iconic Mandalay Bay resort, the Light nightclub is an upscale, classy option for people looking to take their night on the town to the next level. With three full-service bars to choose from and a full roster of DJ’s ready to light the dance floor up, you are guaranteed a night you’ll never forget. When you purchase an entry ticket to this incredible nightclub, you receive complimentary cocktails until the stroke of midnight."

"If you’ve just seen one of Cirque du Soleil’s spectacular shows in Vegas and you’re thinking, “it would be so much fun to party with the performers”, Light Nightclub is for you located in Mandalay Bay. This club partners with Cirque to bring you cutting-edge technology and performances that immerse you. You’ll feel like you’re in another world because of the massive 2 story LED screens that show unique video content to accompany the music."

"The Light nightclub is one of the grossing nightclubs in Vegas. You can catch fun at the peak in this place. Light resides in the Mandalay Bay at the strip’s South end."

"Parasol Up, the casino floor lounge at Wynn Las Vegas, features artisanal cocktails on tap. Try a Lake of Dreams with Absolut Elyx, Le Gran Courtage Brut Rosé, and raspberry and lemon. The people watching from the bar’s perch off the casino floor makes it a perfect match for cocktails."

"Yes, the pizza at Five50 Pizza Bar is very affordable, but look down the menu to the small plates, and those gems are where the value lies. The prices aren't super inexpensive, but when you realize this is a shot at gourmet ingredients, the extra month will seem worthwhile. Continue to 9 of 35 below."

"Gordon Biersch features an onsite brewery where local brewmasters brew German lagers and American craft beers. a Golden Export, hoppy Czech pilsner, fruity Belgian tripel, and more line the taps. Online ordering and delivery available."

"Our on-site chef creates unexpectedly good food, crafted to complement the nuanced flavors of our beer. Gordon Biersch beer is made with German precision brewing that meets American craft..."

"Scenic Brewing Company is a full-fledged restaurant with beer produced on site. Head brewer Jamie Roberts is in charge of at least 17 recipes at any given time. Any of these creations can be enjoyed in the main restaurant or the sports bar (currently restricted to limited seating) with food honoring the Austrian heritage of Scenic Brewing’s owners."

"Scenic Brewing Co. has a 8,879-square-foot craft brewery on the southeast edge of the Desert Inn Road and Durango Commercial Center. The locally focused and kid-friendly space offers 19 craft beers on tap, all devoted to Nevada microbrews. Five of the selections are created in-house, by Scenic’s head brewer Jamie Roberts."

"Rounding out the Henderson Booze District and one of the many Las Vegas breweries, Mojave Brewing’s founder spent 30 years brewing, drinking, and sharing his own beer with friends before starting the process of beginning his own brewery. His internships took him to some well-known and high-profile breweries before finally starting his own in the historic Henderson neighborhood. The tasting room has a patio and even uses an abandoned bank vault as a private tasting area for members of its Founders Club."

"John Griffith has been sharing his own home brews with family and friends for more than 30 years. Griff got so good at it, he was convinced to open his own place -- Mojave Brewing Company, renovated from an old Bank of America building in Henderson’s historic Water Street district. It’s an engaging, industrial space with roll-up, garage-style doors, bistro string lights, and a long patio where doggies are welcome."

"Hemenway Park allows visitors the opportunity to closely mingle with bighorn sheep that come down from the nearby mountains to graze. The park also has playground equipment, gazebos, sport courts, and a view of Lake Mead."