Most people want a long vacation, but we usually only take what we can get. Sometimes, you only have a few days to spend in Las Vegas on your next trip. Wondering what to do in Downtown Las Vegas? Don’t worry! We have the ultimate guide to help you make the most of your time on Fremont Street, no matter how short your trip.
Check something off your downtown Las Vegas bucket list with the spectacular attractions of the Fremont Street Experience.
1. Free Concerts
For some of the best free concerts in Las Vegas, head to Fremont Street. Thanks to partner casinos, you can enjoy live music from big name musicians, local headliners, and touring bands, all for free. The Downtown Rocks concert series takes place every weekend from May through October, featuring major headliners such as:
All-American Rejects Young the Giant Taking Back Sunday Dashboard Confessionals Teddy Swims Good Charlotte
If you’re planning on visiting Las Vegas any other time of the year, the Fremont Street Experience features free house bands playing every night on three stages. Check out our live music calendar for details of the top Las Vegas bands that always rock the venue.
Las Vegas Stay Tony Marquez Band 90’s Station Monroy Alter Ego Velvet Elvis
With three stages and a rotating schedule of amazing talent, there’s always something happening on Fremont Street no matter when you’re in Las Vegas, so grab a drink and rock out.
Before your next trip to Las Vegas, check out what’s happening downtown.
2. Slotzilla Zipline
Feeling a bit adventurous? Want to change up your usual Las Vegas routine? Get your adrenaline pumping as you soar over Downtown Las Vegas on the SlotZilla Zipline! Without a doubt, this is one of the best things to do downtown and you can’t do it anywhere else.
SlotZilla is the world’s largest slot machine that also doubles as a launch pad for an epic zipline ride over the downtown crowds. You can choose between two different ways to fly.
Zipzilla
First, you can opt for the Zip-Zilla zipline on the lower level, seven stories high and two blocks long, which lets you fly seated while your feet dangle above the pedestrian mall below.
Superhero Zoom
Plus, the Superhero Zoom option will send you soaring five blocks up to 11 stories, diving headfirst (hence the “Superhero” name) for an unforgettable, heart-pounding ride.
3. Stadium Swim at Circa Resort & Casino
If you only have a limited amount of time in Las Vegas, you’ll want to attend a pool party while you’re there. Stadium Swim at Circa Las Vegas offers a truly unique experience that takes your typical pool party to the next level. This amazing Las Vegas attraction features:
Six pools across three floors, a 40-foot high-definition screen for watching games and sporting events, private cabanas, daybeds, chaise lounges, a swim-up bar, and a staff of over 100.
Unlike most resort pools on the Strip, Stadium Swim in downtown Las Vegas is open year-round. That means any time you’re in Las Vegas you can sip a drink poolside, soak in the warm water, watch your favorite team play, or spend a relaxing afternoon in the sun. You’ve never seen a pool like Stadium Swim. Be sure to reserve your cabana or daybed in advance.
4. Downtown Las Vegas Gambling
Some of the best games in Las Vegas can be found at the casinos downtown. Low table minimums, high odds, and a wide selection of slot machines make for exciting and fresh gaming. Plus, Fremont Street also offers a selection of vintage games, such as the Sigma Derby horse racing game and antique slots at The D.
Visit these casinos on or near Fremont Street in Las Vegas to experience a fun, energetic atmosphere, friendly dealers, and the traditional Las Vegas feel that you won’t find on the Strip.
5. Viva Vision Light Show
Rounding out our list of Fremont Street’s best attractions is the gigantic Viva Vision screen. It’s the largest LED canopy screen in the world, and with approximately 16.4 million pixels of crystal clear imagery, it has to be seen to be believed. The arched screen is 1,375 feet long and sits 90 feet above Fremont Street.
If you visit the Fremont Street Experience, you can’t miss this towering screen of dazzling lights that illuminate the night sky. The powerful sound of the concerts and the famous musicians featured in each show make for an unforgettable and immersive experience. Watch the free Las Vegas light show every hour of the night at Viva Vision, starting from 6 PM to 2 AM.
runner-up
While we were able to narrow it down to a top 5, there were plenty of other attractions at the Fremont Street Experience that almost made it into the top 5. If you have a bit more time to explore the downtown area, here are some more fun and interesting things to add to your list:
Tank Pool at Golden Nugget (with real sharks!) Whiskey Licker Up Rotating Bar at Binion’s Gambling Hall Largest Sportsbook Screen at Circa Resort & Casino The Berlin Wall at Main Street Station Binion’s Million Dollar Display Dancing Dealer at The D Fremont Dice Club at Fremont Hotel & Casino Historical Artifacts at Golden Gate
Also, check out where to get great deals on food and drinks in Downtown Las Vegas. Some of the best restaurants in Las Vegas are on Fremont Street, including Hugo’s Cellar and Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse. Call ahead to make a reservation.
To make the most of your trip, head to Downtown Las Vegas.
Just because you have limited time in Las Vegas doesn’t mean you can’t have an unforgettable vacation. Downtown Las Vegas is the place to be for fun, food, festivities, free stuff and more, all while keeping your budget low. And don’t forget to check out the downtown hotel deals for the best room rates and low or no resort fees.
