A First-Timer’s Guide to Las Vegas: What to Know Before You Go
A practical, first-time visitor’s guide to Las Vegas—how the Strip works, where to stay, what to expect, and how to enjoy the city without overwhelm.
Practical, experience-based guides to planning a trip to Las Vegas. If this is your first visit, start with the first section below.
If this is your first trip to Las Vegas, begin with these guides.
A practical, first-time visitor’s guide to Las Vegas—how the Strip works, where to stay, what to expect, and how to enjoy the city without overwhelm.
Practical, first-time advice for navigating Las Vegas—what to expect, what to avoid, and how to enjoy the city without burning out.
Common first-time Vegas mistakes to avoid—from walking distances and hotel choice to pacing, shows, and overstimulation.
Practical guides that help you make better decisions before and during your trip.
A first-timer guide to Las Vegas transportation—how the monorail, free Strip trams, and Downtown Loop work, what they cost, and when they help.
Common packing mistakes first-time Las Vegas visitors make—and what actually matters to bring.
Guides for specific travel styles or circumstances.
A realistic guide to experiencing Las Vegas on a tight budget—how to manage tradeoffs, avoid regret, and enjoy the city without overspending.
A first-timer breakdown of Strip vs Downtown Las Vegas—and the common mistakes visitors make when choosing between them.
An honest guide for families considering Las Vegas—what works, what doesn’t, and how to approach the city with kids.
Guides tied to specific times of year, events, or limited-time planning opportunities.
Las Vegas Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals can offer real savings on hotels, shows, and attractions but only if you know what to expect. This guide explains how these sales work, what types of discounts are worth booking, and where to find verified Vegas deals without the hype.