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25 Things to Do in Las Vegas with Kids on the Strip

Vegas for kids?! Yes! Las Vegas has quickly turned into an affordable and fun destination for families. Here are 25 Things to Do in Las Vegas with Kids on the Strip! 

Vegas for kids?! Yes! Las Vegas has quickly turned into an affordable and fun destination for families. Here are 25 Things to Do in Las Vegas with Kids on the Strip! #lasvegas #familytravel #vegas

I’ve been visiting Las Vegas since I was 16. Far before I turned 21 and celebrated my birthday there. And every visit is always a good time.

I always told people how kid friendly Las Vegas is. But it wasn’t until I had kids that I truly saw first hand all that kids could do and see! 

We love taking our kids to places that others don’t necessarily see as family friendly. But if you know what to do, any city can be made perfect for kids. If you’re looking for more travel inspiration, make sure to check out my post with the Top Tips for Seattle with Kids.

Vegas for Kids: Things to Do in Las Vegas with Kids on the Strip

Let me start by saying taking kids to Las Vegas is way different than doing it without them. Obviously. To make a trip to Vegas fun for kids, you need to know where to go and what to see.

There are so many options I want to show you my top picks for Vegas with kids. These the fun things to do in Las Vegas with kids on the Strip. 

You can also find a ton to do off the Strip as well, but I’ll save those tips for another time. There is, however, a short list of ideas at the bottom of this post.

Depending on the length of your trip, you may just spend the entire time on the world famous Las Vegas Boulevard. That’s usually what we do!

25 Things to Do in Las Vegas with Kids on the Strip

1. High Roller

The best way to see all of Las Vegas. The High Roller at the Linq gives an amazing perspective of the Las Vegas Strip and the entire valley. There are options to ride during the day, night, and you can bring drinks with you. Or, if you’re scared you might run out, join a group pod with a bar inside to ride to the top.

Big Wheel at the Linq Hotel in Las Vegas.

2. Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat at Mirage

Get up close and personal with dolphins and other animals at this Mirage experience. You’ll get to explore and learn more about bottlenose dolphins, white tigers, white lions, and leopards right on the Las Vegas Strip. 

For older kids, there is also the option to be a dolphin trainer for a day or paint with a dolphin. How memorable is that?! 

Secret Garden Habitat at the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas.

3. Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay Resort

This aquarium located at the far south end of the Strip was another must-see for our family. The girls loved seeing all the sea creatures.

Highlights from the aquarium were the stingray petting and shark tunnel. We’ve also stayed this Las Vegas Hotel and they have a great wave pool for guests.

Glass tunnel inside the Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.

4. Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. – Treasure Island

This educational and interactive experience is perfect for the comic book fan in all of us. You will get Avengers training, learn secrets of the Marvel universe, and do fun experiments.

5. See a show.

Certain Cirque de Soleil and Blue Man Groups shows would all be a great choice. My picks for Cirque de Soleil shows are Mystery, O, or Beatles LOVE. 

Hint: Zumanity might sound like it’s kid-friendly but this is a 21 and up show.

Kid friendly Las Vegas show at Mystere in TI.

6. Eiffel Tower Experience

The observation deck at the top of the Paris Hotel is another way to see Las Vegas from the sky without being in a helicopter or airplane. You can get front row seats to see the Fountains of Bellagio day or night.

Exterior night view of the Paris Las Vegas Eiffel Tower

7. Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum at Venetian

This giant wax museum allows your kids to see and take pictures next to some of their favorite figures. From singers like Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus, to sports stars, and Marvel Superheroes this one is fun for the entire family.

Woman standing with Wayne Newton at Madame Tussaud's Museum at the Venetian Hotel

8. Gondola Ride at the Venetian

You may not be able to make it to Venice, but you can grab a gondola ride cruising the canals of the Venetian. This ride takes you both inside and outside the casino. 

Venetian Hotel Gondola Ride

9. GameWorks in TownSquare

For all the Fortnight fans this is a must do. Kids can play online computer games in a room full of other people that share the same passion.

10. Tournament of Kings at Excalibur

You won’t have to tell your kids to use forks at the Tournament of Kings. This Medieval dinner show lets kids eat with their hands and enjoy a jousting match.

Excalibur Hotel & Casino Exterior

11. Big Apple Rollercoaster

Circle the New York City skyline in this roller coaster. You’ll start inside the casino but end up cruising along the outside of the building with an unbeatable view of the city.

New York New York Big Apple Roller Coaster in Las Vegas.

12. Mirage Volcano

Kids love watching things explode. So imagine their excitement to see a lifesized volcano seemingly spewing with oozing lava. 

Mirage volcano exploding in Las Vegas.

13. Fountains of Bellagio

Possibly the best free thing to do in Vegas with kids, the Fountains of Bellagio are fun for every age. This fountain show shoots water hundreds of feet into the air, timed as if the fountains are dancing, to music.

Bellagio Hotel Fountain Show in Las Vegas

14. Fly LINQ

Did you ever think you’d be ziplining along the Las Vegas Strip? Well now you can and you get to choose how to ride…seated superhero style.

The zipline is right at the entrance to the Linq Promenade.

15. AdventureDome Theme Park at Circus Circus

If you’re looking to take kids to a place that’s all about them, you’ll want to check out the Circus Circus AdventureDome. Roller coasters, rides, and more will keep kids happy and entertained for hours…or until the money runs out.

16. Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

The Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens are updated seasonally and always stunning. We’ve been dozens of times at various points in the year and it never disappoints. 

Bellagio Conservatory Art

17. M&M World

Bags of M&M’s have a lot of different colors but there are even more than I bet you’ve ever seen! My girls had so much fun picking M&M’s in colors they’ve never seen like purple, pink, and gold! 

Shopping different colored candies at M&M World in Las Vegas

18. The Adenturedome at Circus Circus

For a fun, rainy day activity that’s perfect for kids, you’ll want to check out The Adventuredome in Circus Circus. This hotel is quite a hike from Center Strip, but your children will be in heaven with all the rides, foods, and experiences that are just perfect for them.

19. Go see a movie.

While not technically on the Strip, there is an AMC theater 2 miles south of Mandalay Bay still on Las Vegas Boulevard.

20. Big Shot at the Strat

The Strat is not only the tallest building in Las Vegas but the entire state of Nevada. So imagine the adrenaline rush of being shot into the air like a slingshot at high speeds. 

Big Shot ride on top of the Stratosphere Hotel in Las Vegas.

21. Bodies Exhibition at Luxor

The Bodies Exhibition is definitely not for little kids. If you have middle or high school kids, they’ll have an educational experience they won’t forget. 

22. The Hunger Games Experience at MGM Grand

This is another thing that’s not for the littles. My girls are huge fans of The Hunger Games trilogy and couldn’t wait to go to the expierence.

That said, the price is a little steep depending on how many people are in your party. Especially considering the amount of time it takes for the entire experience.

Tickets are $34.95 for adults and $29.95 for kids. There are frequently discount codes you can find online to save even more.

You can easily do the entire experience in 30 minutes. From sitting in a train car on your way from District 13 to Panem to the final archery simulation to see if you qualify to join the Rebellion.

The archery experience at the end is really the higlight but there is a bit of a learning curve. But if you want more time, you can always add on additional time when you buy your tickets.

Before you officially leave, you’ll be prompted to take several staged photos as part of the Rebllion. As is true with any ride/experience, you will end up back in the gift shop on your way out.

23. Scoot City Tour

Las Vegas requires a lot of walking. Take a break and explore the city in these tiny scootcars for a fun, new perspective! 

24. Excalibur Arcade

Whether you gamble or not, your kids are being assaulted by tons of games that they’re not allowed to play. Why not let them play games and have fun at the Excalibur Arcade?! 

Hint: we got the most tickets on a skip/jump game!  

Girls in Excalibur Fun Dungeon in Las Vegas.

25. Go to the pool.

Like some shows in Las Vegas, some pools have age limits too and are adults only. While we like to take our kids cities that aren’t typically kid-friendly these pools are definitely not something you even want to try getting into.

My top three picks for the best family-friendly pools on the Strip are Mandalay Bay, MGM, and the Mirage. Trust me when I say there are some pools that are not kid friendly. This is Sin City after all.

Kid Friendly Things to do Off the Strip

  • Hoover Dam
  • Neon Museum
  • Indoor Rock Climbing
  • Discovery Children’s Museum
  • Seven Magic Mountains

Have you traveled to Las Vegas with kids? Are there any things to do on the Strip that I missed? Share them with me on Facebook

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