7 Things to do in Sin City without breaking the bank.

Why plan a trip to just go spend more money? Most people when they think of Las Vegas they just think of it as a vacation to go gamble. Why would you want to spend so much money on flights and hotels just to gamble more money away? Here’s 7 thinks you can do in Las Vegas without breaking the bank.

Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Garden
Cost: FREE

The Bellagio has a stunning botanical garden to view. With 14,000 square feet of beautiful artwork put together by many horticulturist.  The display is changed 4 times a year. From my experience I have never been let down any any of them that were there. The 2017 themes are Chinese New Year (January 8th- March 4th), Spring Celebration (March 11th- May 20th), Summer Garden (May 27th- September 9th), and Harvest Show (September 16th-November 25th).

Fountains of Bellagio
Cost: Free

While you are at the Bellagio already head out front and watch the spectacular water fountain show. I’m sure most have heard about this however there is nothing like actually being there hearing the music and seeing how high the fountains really go. Think if you seen it once you have seen it all? Think again each show just gets more spectacular then the previous one.
The hours are:
Monday – Friday 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. show every 1/2 hour 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. show every 15 minutes
Saturdays & Holidays 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. show every 1/2 hour 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. show every 15 minutes
Sundays 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. show every 1/2 hour 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. show every 15 minutes

Shark Reef of Mandalay Bay
Cost: Adults $20, Children $14
Extra Specialty packages avaiable

The Shark Reef has a large amount of sea animals. Over 2,000 of them can be viewed. You can get the basic admission and walk through the reef. Or you can buy one of the speciatly packages and have more hands on or in depth look at sea life. There are 4 additional packages, Stingray Feed, Sea Turtle Feed, Shark Feed, and Dive with Sharks. Prices of these packages vary but are available to book via the website linked above. So dive on in to a one of a kind experience.

The Midway and Circus shows at Circus Circus
Cost: Circus Shows are Free, Midway prices vary

Come get the full feel of a Circus show and Circus Circus. Stop in on the Midway and play one of the 200 popular circus games. And while your are there playing don’t forget to stop and watch one of the many different circus acts. Acts start at 11am and continue at various times throughout the day. So don’t miss out on the many different performances available.

Viva Vision Light Show Fremont Street
Cost: Free

This just isn’t your ordinary show. The Fremont Street screen is 1,500 feet long, 90 feet wide and 90 feet above Fremont Street. While here you can see many different light shows each one last about 6 minuets and are ran every hour beginning at dusk. In between the shows you can shop at some of the local gift shops or visit some of the original Las Vegas Strip hotels and casinos.

Slotzilla Zip Line
Cost: $25-45

Slotzill is a 12 Story slot machine zip line. There are two different ways you can fly down Fremont street. You can chose the lower line which is the Zipline or choose the upper line which is the Zoomline. The difference in the two is the height and how far you go. The Zipline is 77ft up and goes half way down Fremont Street. Where as the Zoomline is 114ft up and goes the whole length of Fremont Street. So which line will you choose? The thrill seeking heights of the Zoomline or will you take it easy with the Zipline?

Fall of Atlantis at Caesars Forum Shops
Cost: Free

Not only can you view some of the amazing high end shops in Caesars Palace, or the 50,000 gallon aquarium, you can also see the Fall of Atlantis show. This is a free show that has animatronic figures who will react the myth of Atlantis. You will see 9 foot tall talking statues and effects of fire and water. The shows plays every hour starting at 11am.

There you have it 7 things you can do while in Las Vegas without breaking the bank. Make sure to add these to your vacation list to save throwing your money in a slot machine or on the next poker table.