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Las Vegas itinerary

7 days, hour by hour · USAJune–September

Days
7
Stops
31
Per day
≈ $214
First stop
07:00

By TripWalkers · Updated:

Short answer

The TripWalkers Las Vegas itinerary runs 7 days and lays out 31 stops, hour by hour, for June–September. The first three days:

  1. Day 1 The Strip: Bellagio to the Venetian
  2. Day 2 Sphere and Fremont
  3. Day 3 Red Rock Canyon

Staying less? Start with the first days — TripWalkers uses the opening days of this plan for shorter trips too. Days 3 and 4 are day trips out of the city. Food, entry fees and local transport come to about $214 a day (excluding accommodation and flights).

Day 1 · 10:00–18:00

The Strip: Bellagio to the Venetian

  1. Nature

    Bellagio Conservatory

    Free seasonal flower garden. In the lobby, look up at the Chihuly glass ceiling.

    Free

  2. Landmark

    Bellagio Fountains

    Music-synchronised fountain show every 30 minutes (every 15 in the evening). Free and an icon of the Strip.

    Free

  3. Food

    Bacchanal Buffet Caesars

    Vegas's most famous buffet with 250 dishes. Book ahead to skip the queue.

    ≈ $80 per person

  4. Shopping

    Forum Shops Caesars

    Roman-themed mall with a painted sky ceiling and the Atlantis show. Air-conditioned.

    Free
  5. 2 h · travel, break, free time

  6. Landmark

    Venetian Grand Canal Gondola

    An indoor Venetian canal with a gondolier, plus a replica of St Mark's Square.

    ≈ $40 per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Eataly Park MGMItalian food market. An alternative to the buffet.
  • Wynn Lake of DreamsThe Wynn's lake show. Free, in the evening.

Day 2 · 12:00–22:30

Sphere and Fremont

  1. Culture

    Sphere Las Vegas Experience

    The world's largest LED sphere. See the film Postcard from Earth (~100 USD); the exterior display is free at night.

    ≈ $100 per person
  2. 1 h · travel, break, free time

  3. Landmark

    The LINQ High Roller

    A 170 m observation wheel. The sunset slot is pricey; the cabins are air-conditioned.

    ≈ $35 per person
  4. 3 h 15 min · travel, break, free time

  5. Landmark

    Fremont Street Experience

    Downtown's covered LED canopy with live music, the Golden Nugget and the SlotZilla zipline (~50 USD).

    Free

  6. Shopping

    Container Park Downtown

    A shopping area built from shipping containers, with a fire-breathing praying mantis sculpture.

    Free

  7. Food

    Evel Pie Fremont

    Punk rock pizza joint. Grab a slice and a beer.

    ≈ $15 per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Carson Kitchen DowntownOne of Downtown's good restaurants.
  • Mob MuseumThe museum of the Mafia. An alternative to Sphere.

Day 3 · 07:00–19:30Day trip

Red Rock Canyon

  1. Nature

    Red Rock Canyon Scenic Drive

    In summer, enter at 07:00 (42°C) and finish by 10:00. Bring 3 litres of water.

    ≈ $20 per person

  2. Nature

    Calico Tanks Trail

    A short summer walk (Calico Hills, 1 km). There is no shade.

    Free
  3. 1 h · travel, break, free time

  4. Food

    Red Rock Casino Feast Buffet

    A local buffet in Summerlin, cheaper than the Strip.

    ≈ $35 per person

  5. Shopping

    Downtown Summerlin

    Open-air mall with air-conditioned shops.

    Free
  6. 3 h · travel, break, free time

  7. Food

    Cosmopolitan Chandelier Bar

    A bar inside a three-storey chandelier. Try the Verbena cocktail.

    ≈ $25 per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Spring Mountain RanchA ranch and lake at the foot of the canyon. An alternative to hiking.
  • Lotus of SiamVegas's famous Northern Thai restaurant. An alternative to the buffet.

Day 4 · 08:00–16:00Day trip

Hoover Dam and Valley of Fire

  1. Landmark

    Hoover Dam

    45 minutes from the city. See the 1936 dam, take the Powerplant tour (15 USD) and walk across the Mike O'Callaghan Bridge.

    ≈ $15 per person

  2. Nature

    Lake Mead Overlook

    A viewpoint over the reservoir, where the water level shows a pale "bathtub ring" on the rocks.

    Free

  3. Food

    Boulder City Coffee Cup Cafe

    A 1950s-style cafe in the town that built the dam. Good for breakfast or lunch.

    ≈ $15 per person
  4. 1 h · travel, break, free time

  5. Nature

    Valley of Fire State Park

    Valley of Fire hits 40°C+ in summer. Do the short Mouse's Tank walk and enjoy the views from the car.

    ≈ $15 per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Seven Magic MountainsColourful stacked stone towers in the desert (Ugo Rondinone), just off the I-15. An alternative to Valley of Fire.
  • Boulder Dam BrewingA brewery in Boulder City.

Day 5 · 10:00–18:00

Pool day and Arts District

  1. Landmark

    Arts District Las Vegas

    The 18b Arts District has murals, galleries and antique shops. It is cool in the morning.

    Free

  2. Food

    Esther's Kitchen Arts District

    Vegas's best-loved Italian restaurant. Make a reservation.

    ≈ $25 per person
  3. 30 min · travel, break, free time

  4. Nature

    Hotel Pool / Dayclub

    The real sport of Vegas in summer: a hotel pool or dayclub (Encore Beach Club ~50 USD). At 42°C it is the only remedy.

    Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Nacho Daddy DowntownNachos and scorpion shots Downtown. An alternative lunch.
  • The Neon MuseumA graveyard of old neon signs. The night tour is cooler.

Day 6 · 10:00–21:30

Show night

  1. Culture

    Shark Reef Aquarium Mandalay Bay

    A shark tunnel. An air-conditioned morning.

    ≈ $30 per person
  2. 30 min · travel, break, free time

  3. Culture

    AREA15

    Omega Mart (Meow Wolf), a surreal supermarket. Indoors and cool.

    ≈ $50 per person

  4. Food

    In-N-Out Burger Las Vegas

    Behind the LINQ. Order it animal style.

    ≈ $10 per person
  5. 5 h 15 min · travel, break, free time

  6. Culture

    Cirque du Soleil O Bellagio

    "O", the water-stage show at the Bellagio. Buy tickets online, or try Tix4Tonight (TKTS) for half-price same-day seats.

    ≈ $130 per person

  7. Landmark

    Bellagio Fountains Night

    Every 15 minutes at night. Catch it after the show.

    Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Absinthe CaesarsAn adults-only cabaret in a tent. An alternative to O.
  • Hash House A Go GoGiant breakfast plates.

Day 7 · 08:00–12:30

Welcome sign and a gentle farewell

  1. Landmark

    Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign

    At the southern end of the Strip. No queue in the morning.

    Free

  2. Landmark

    The Park MGM & T-Mobile Arena

    A pedestrian park with the Bliss Dance sculpture.

    Free

  3. Food

    Peppermill Restaurant

    A 1972 pink-neon cafe open 24 hours. Giant pancakes make a fitting farewell breakfast.

    ≈ $20 per person

  4. Shopping

    Fashion Show Mall

    Last-minute souvenirs. The airport is 15 minutes away.

    Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Bouchon Bakery VenetianThomas Keller's bakery.
  • Aria Fine Art CollectionA free art collection in the hotel. An alternative to the mall.

Good to know: 6 things that make a Las Vegas trip easier

  1. The Strip is 7 km long. Options: the Deuce bus (8 USD for 24 hours), the monorail, or Uber (10-20 USD). You need a car for Red Rock, Hoover Dam and Valley of Fire.
  2. June to September hits 40-45°C: do desert trips from 07:00 to 10:00, spend the day at pools, malls and museums, and the night on the Strip. Carry water and a hat, and never leave children or pets in the car.
  3. The resort fee (30-50 USD per night) is not included in the hotel price. Buffets cost 60-80 USD and shows 100-150 USD; Tix4Tonight sells at half price.
  4. Drinks in casinos are free while you gamble. Tip 1-2 USD per drink, and 18-20% in restaurants.
  5. Book Sphere and O tickets weeks ahead. Red Rock scenic drive needs a timed reservation (October to May).
  6. Grand Canyon West is 2.5 hours away (Skywalk) and the South Rim 4.5 hours; helicopter tours cost 400+.

Spending: ≈ $1,500 per person for 7 days

  • Food$500
  • Entry and tours$600
  • Local transport$250
  • Other$150

Excludes accommodation and flights. 2026 price estimate, per person.

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Frequently asked questions

How many days do you need in Las Vegas?

This itinerary is built for 7 days. With 3 days, do the first 3 — TripWalkers uses the opening days of the plan for shorter trips too. The day trip is on day 3 and 4; skip it on a short stay.

How much does a day in Las Vegas cost?

In this plan, food, entry fees and local transport come to about $214 per person per day. Accommodation and flights are not included. Figures are 2026 estimates.

What time should you start the day in Las Vegas?

The first stop is at 07:00. Most days start early so you arrive before the crowds, and evenings end with dinner.

Which season is this itinerary for?

This page covers June–September. There is a separate plan for October–May: opening hours, the sea and the weather change the route.