Guide Note

Though Las Vegas is primarily known as the place for gambling and extravagant shows, it is also a prime outdoors spot worth touring.

Fast Facts

1. Country: United States
2. State: Nevada
3. County: Clark County
4. Mayor: Oscar B. Goodman
5. Population: 590,539 (2006)
6. Founded: 1844
7. Currency: U.S. Dollar
8. Area code: +702
9. Time zone: PST

Red Rock Canyon is an exciting wonder to see, especially by bicycle. It is not the most difficult excursion, as all the biking is done on a paved road around the Canyon, but it is recommended to go with a partner or a guide.

Other popular tours around Vegas include bus or helicopter tours to the Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam. What better way to take a break from the casinos than a short trip to two of the finest natural attractions in the United States?

And for those who want a more localized, self-guided look of the city's history through architecture, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas has assembled nine excellent tours for visitors to try on their library's website.

While planning your trip, please see Las Vegas Vacation, Las Vegas Hotels, Las Vegas Restaurants, and Las Vegas.