Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort

3355 Las Vegas Blvd South, (702) 414-2440
Explore the state-of-the-art gallery housed in the beautiful Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino and admire masterpieces that have traveled around the world. Enter the doors replicating those of the famed London attraction, Madame Tussauds. From the classic to the contemporary, there is something for all ages.

2578 Belcastro Street, (702) 252-8551
Rediscover the arts at the Las Vegas Performing Arts Center. Located at the University of Nevada, the Center hosts a variety of local entertainment, including ballet, jazz and opera. For more information, visit pac.unlv.edu.

3600 Las Vegas Blvd, (877) 957-9777 or (702) 693-7871
Las Vegas's premier art gallery, the Bellagio Gallery presents world-class exhibitions of artworks and objects drawn from internationally acclaimed museums and private collections. For more information, visit www.bgfa.biz.

900 North Las Vegas Blvd, (702) 384-3466
Take a walk on the wild side at this museum educating children and families in the natural sciences. Discover a new appreciation for wildlife and ecosystems through interactive exhibits and educational programs. For more information, visit www.lvnhm.org.

700 Twin Lakes Drive, (702) 486-5205
Discover the past of the Silver State through a collection of exhibits as diverse as the people who visit. Trace the history of the 41st state from the ice age to today, through posters, newspaper clippings, artefacts and more. From the wildlife and nuclear testing to the history of the Las Vegas Strip, the entire family will enjoy this diverse museum.

1775 North Rancho Drive, (702) 647-4685
Get ready for the wildest form of entertainment in Nevada. Open year-round, the zoo boasts over 150 species of plants and animals. Learn about endangered species, including cats, apes, chimps, eagles, ostriches, emus, flamingos and a variety of exotic and venomous reptiles. Discover a new appreciation for the beauty and uniqueness of the nature that surrounds us. For more information, visit www.lasvegaszoo.org.

3200 East Cheyenne Avenue, (702) 651-4SKY
Want to see something truly out of this world? Explore the depths of the universe with a trip to the Planetarium and Observatory, including moons, stars, star clusters and out-of-this-world phenomena. Make sure to get there early to secure your spot!

4505 South Maryland Parkway, (702) 895-3381
Where can you explore the most comprehensive collection of artefacts from Pre-Columbian Latin America, or see the largest collection of Guatemalan costumes and Mexican masks, all for free? At the Marjorie Barrick Museum, of course! For more information, visit hrcweb.nevada.edu/Museum.

821 Las Vegas Blvd, (702) 387-6366
See the relics of Vegas in the form of neon signs at the Neon Museum. Revisit the past at The Boneyard, where you'll find a collection of non-restored signs. Or check out one of the exhibits currently on display. For more information, visit www.neonmuseum.org.

The Venetian Hotel, Resort & Casino, (702) 862-7800
Have you ever dreamed of putting with Tiger woods, dancing with Britney Spears, sinking a shot on Shaq or caressing J. Lo's most famous asset? Bring these moments to life at Madame Tussauds Las Vegas, the most interactive "must-feel" attraction of the Las Vegas Strip. For more information, visit www.mtvegas.com.

2 Cactus Garden Drive, (702) 458-8864
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lovers' fantasy, a tour of the Ethel M chocolate factory. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the delicious treat is made. Then, stroll through the beautiful botanical garden and discover more than 350 species of cacti and succulents. For more information, visit www.ethelm.com.

3333 Blue Diamond Road, (866) 946-4373 or (702) 263-7777
Take a trip under the sea at the Silverton Hotel, where the 117,000-gallon aquarium is the main attraction. Explore the waters that over 4,000 fish call home, including 3 species of stingrays and 6 species of sharks. Catch one of the two underwater shows; choose from the interactive feeding show or the mermaid show. Or both! For more information, visit www.silvertoncasino.com.