Free Attractions
Last Updated: December 28th, 2011
EstablishmentAttraction & Details
Bellagioconservatory & botanical gardens
Just beyond the lobby, available 24/7; the display changes several times each year.
Bellagiofountain show
Every half hour from 3-8pm M-F and from noon-8pm Sa-Su. Every 15 minutes from 8pm-midnight, daily; subject to cancellation due to high winds.
Bellagioten million dollar floral chandelier
24/7 at registration
Bill's Gamblin' Hall and SaloonPerformances by "Big Elvis"
Pete "Big Elvis" Vallee performs every afternoon at 3pm, 5pm and 6:30pm, Monday through Friday, in Bill's Lounge.
Caesars PalaceSea Aquarium
50,000-gallon saltwater aquarium; 24/7 at the north end of the Forum Shops near Race for Atlantis. Feedings are at 1:15pm & 5:15pm; educational tours are available at 3:15 on weekdays.
Caesars Palacespiral escalator
24/7 in the Forum Shops; second one built in the U.S.
Caesars PalaceStatue of David
24/7
Caesars PalaceFall of Atlantis and Festival Fountain Shows (talking statues)
Fall of Atlantis fountain show is near the Race of Atlantis attraction and the Festival fountain show is at the west end of the mall. These are animatronic water, laser and light shows. Daily on the hour 11am to 11pm Sun-Thur and 11am to midnight Fri & Sat.
Caesars PalaceForum Shops
classic Roman streets, 'sky' runs through a 24 hour cycle every hour
Circus Circus Hotel Casino - Las VegasClown Shows (in Adventuredome)
On the main stage inside Adventuredome. Performances daily at noon, 1, 3 & 4pm. Additional shows Friday and Saturday at 6, 7, 8, and 9pm. (Subject to change.)
Circus Circus Hotel Casino - Las VegasCircus Acts
At the center stage of the Carnival Midway; performances are daily, starting at 11am. Entertainment changes regularly.
Ethel M Factoryself-guided tours through catus garden & candy factory
1 Sunset Way (Sunset & Mountain Vista) in Henderson. 8:30am-4:30pm daily, includes candy tasting. The adjacent Botanical Cactus Garden is Nevada's largest, and is home to more than 300 plant species.
Flamingo Las Vegaswildlife habitat
home to a flock of Chilean flamingos, as well as many other birds, fish, turtles and lush vegetation; 24/7 outside near the pools
Fremont Street ExperienceNeon Museum
On the east end of Fremont Street (downtown), walk through the outdoor Neon Museum, which hosts some of the old hotels' neon signs.
Golden NuggetReal Gold Nuggets
Inside the lobby. The collection includes the Hand of Faith, which is the biggest golden nugget in existence, the second-biggest ever discovered, and the biggest ever found with a metal detector.
Hard Rock Hotel and Casinomusic memorabilia displays
24/7 throughout the casino; get a map, 'Rock Tour,' available from concierge desk
Harrah's Las VegasDueling Pianos at The Piano Bar
Performances starting at 9pm nightly at The Piano Bar. Technically a free show, though they will want you to purchase (not cheap) drinks while you watch.
Imperial PalaceThe Auto Collections (free with coupon)
The Auto Collection is not, technically, a free attraction, but it can be if you copy and paste the following URL into your browser for one free ticket to The Auto Collections at Imperial Palace:
http://autocollections.com/index.cfm?action=free&tab=free
Imperial Palace Hotel & Casinophoto with antique auto
front doorway, 11am-11pm
Luxor Hotel and Casinooutstanding inside overlooks from upper floors
use inside fire escapes & inclinators [see Luxor in top section] to access overlooks
Luxor Hotel and Casinoinclinator rides (elevators at 39 degrees)
to ride use inside fire escape to bypass main floor.  Then use inside fire escape to selectively move up one floor to experience different sets of elevators.
M&M World3-D movie featuring M&M characters
On the Strip just north of the MGM. The multi-level store has plenty of trinkets and candy for sale, but go up to the top level for a fun 3-D show called "I lost my 'M' in Vegas." Plays from 10am – 6pm Sun through Thur and 10am – 8pm Fri & Sat.
Main Street Station Hotel, Casino & Breweryartifacts & antiques
brochure available at registration
Mandalay Bay Resort & CasinoFree concerts at House of Blues
At 9 p.m. every Wednesday, the House of Blues at the Mandalay Bay offers "Nothing but the Blues" concerts inside the Crossroads room. Bands change frequently, and there's no cover charge. To find out more, go to www.myspace.com/nothingbuttheblues2007 or call (702) 632-7600.
MGM Grand Hotel & CasinoLion Habitat (Closing at the end of January 2012)
35-foot glass walls allow guests to view several African lions from all angles. Open daily from 11am to 7pm. Unfortunately, the habitat and store will close as of January 31st, 2012.
Miragesea aquarium
20,000-gallon saltwater aquarium that contains over 1,000 coral reef animals; 24/7 in the hotel lobby
Miragetropical rainforest
100-ft-high dome houses a waterfall, lagoons and a large variety of plant life; 24/7 just inside the main entrance
MirageVolcano Eruptions
Located on the Strip, the volcano erupts at the top of each hour from 7pm to 11pm, spewing smoke and fire 100 feet above the water. May be cancelled due to high winds or inclement weather.
Paris Las Vegas Casino ResortDueling Pianos at Napoleon’s Piano Bar
Performances nightly at Napoleon’s Piano Bar. Call for exact performance times. Technically a free show, though they will want you to purchase (not cheap) drinks while you watch.
Pinball Hall of FameOver 150 pinball machines, available to play
A nonprofit effort run by a former arcade chain owner, with a collection that dates to the 1940s. Open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily at 3330 E. Tropicana Ave. For more information, visit www.pinballmuseum.org. Entry is free; to play costs 25 cents to 50 cents per game.
Planet Hollywood Resort & Casinoindoor rainstorm
In the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood at Merchant's Harbor. Storms occur every hour on the hour, Mon through Thur, and every half hour Fri through Sun.
Planet Hollywood Resort & Casinoindoor fountain with light and water show
In the Miracle Mile Shops, this is a multi-million dollar fountain with a show featuring lighted water effects and eruptions five stories high, color changing fog, bursts of light and a state-of-the-art surround sound system. Showtimes daily each hour from noon to 11pm.
Rio All-Suite Hotel & CasinoShow in the Sky
Features Mardi Gras-themed floats that ride on tracks above the casino floor. There is energetic music and dancing and the dancers throw beads into the crowd. The show is about 12 minutes long. Try going to the upper level for a good view of the action. Hourly from 7pm to midnight, every night.
Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling HallSunset Stampede
Animatronic, laser light and water show with a western pioneer theme; 2, 6, 8, 10pm daily in Mystic Falls Park. The 2pm show currently differs from the later shows.
Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling HallVariety Show
Inside Sam's Town Live, a weekly show called Variety Toast of the Town. Usually every Thursday at 2pm (call or check website for changes). Free to all B Connected members (free to join). For more information, call 702-284-7777.
Silverton CasinoSalt and fresh-water aquariums, plus show
117,000-gallon artificial reef with an interactive feeding show 1:30pm, 4:30pm and 7:30pm daily next to the Bass Pro Shops entrance. The staff marine biologist is equipped with a full-face communication mask and will answer questions during the feeding show. Also, two 500-gallon jellyfish aquariums in the Mermaid Lounge and three freshwater aquariums in the Bass Pro Shops, each with different themes.
Silverton CasinoMermaids
Mermaid swims are scheduled Thursday from 2:15pm - 8:45pm, Friday and Saturday from 2:15pm - 9:45pm and Sunday from 11:30am - 6:45pm in the large aquarium next to the Bass Pro Shops entrance.
Silverton Casino Lodgemuseum quality displays: waterfalls, stuffed animals, etc.
during Pro Bass Shop's regular hours
South Point Hotel, Casino and SpaDueling Piano Competition
Del Mar Lounge Thursday through Saturday 9:30 pm - 1:30 am.
Town Square (LV Blvd S.)Town Scary
On Monday October 31st, there will be family-friendly trick-or-treating from 4pm to 8pm at the stores and restaurants of Town Square Las Vegas. There will also be games and activities for the kids.
Treasure IslandSirens of TI
Scantily clad women battle a band of pirates. Show is about 15 mins long and features music, dancing, swordplay, acrobatics, pyrotechnics and even a full-size ship sinking. Performance times are 5:30pm (winter only), 7pm, 8:30pm, 10pm & 11:30pm (summer only).
Treasure IslandDueling Piano Competition
Kahunaville restaurant at 9:30 nightly; pianists play and the audience chooses a winner by applause.
Venetian Resort Hotel CasinoVenetian canals in shopping district on second floor
10am-11pm Su-Th, 10am-midnight F-Sa
Viva Vision (downtown)overhead sight and sound shows
90-foot-high, four-block-long electronic canopy that covers Fremont Street (downtown). It is the biggest big screen on the planet, featuring 12.5 million lights and 550,000 watts of sound. The show starts every hour on the hour from 7 p.m. to midnight.
Wynn Las VegasLake of Dreams
A secluded three-acre lake surrounded by trees, with water and light shows approximately every half hour after dark. While technically a free show, most of the vantage points are from restaurants and lounges.
Commentary
It is always a good idea to double-check all information such as days and times, especially if you will be driving out to an attraction.