Las Vegas Travel Guide

How to Make the Most of Your Trip to Las Vegas with American Express Travel®

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The desert oasis of Las Vegas goes all out to stimulate the senses. It dazzles with neon signage and dancing fountains, restaurants run by celebrity chefs, live music and acrobatics shows, pool parties, and events including the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix and the World Poker Series. Gambling is what first put Sin City on the map, and the Strip is packed with casinos to try your luck. Much more than a one-trick destination, Vegas also beckons with family-friendly attractions, art installations and museums, and nearby desert wonders.

When it comes to your stay, remember that now Platinum Card Members get up to $300 in statement credits semi-annually for up to a total of $600 in statement credits per calendar year on prepaid Fine Hotels + Resorts® or The Hotel Collection3 bookings through American Express Travel using your Platinum Card®.*

Plus, there’s good news for fliers: The Centurion® Lounge network is expanding with a new, small-format airport lounge concept, designed with the busy traveler in mind: Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge. Expected to debut at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in 2026, the lounge will be accessible within 90 minutes of your flight’s departure and will offer gourmet small plates and signature cocktails curated by The Culinary Collective by The Centurion Lounge.

Explore our recommended Las Vegas hotels and activities below, plus tips from our expert tips Travel Consultants and more benefits you can enjoy when booking through American Express Travel®. 

Calendar

Best Time to Visit

Visit in the Spring and Fall for the best weather, and March through September for outdoor pools. August is the quietest but there’s always something happening in Vegas.

Airplane

Getting There

Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
2.5 miles

Where to Stay in Las Vegas

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Wynn and Encore Las Vegas

Enter an over-the-top wonderland at Wynn and Encore Las Vegas, where moving floral sculptures, including a carousel, fill the lobby. Rooms and suites appeal with 507-thread count sheets and ample space (starting around 650 square feet). Throughout the massive complex, you’ll encounter exquisitely landscaped gardens, waterfalls, and the Lake of Dreams, a multimedia water extravaganza. Wynn and Encore Las Vegas captures the magic of Las Vegas right within its grounds, from the acrobatic performances, comedians, and concerts hosted at Encore Theater to pools, a beach club, designer shops, and a spa where you can use your $150 credit. The hotel is also the place to be for the annual Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Perfect for First-Timers, High Rollers, Shoppers

TRAVEL CONSULTANT TIP

“Play a round of golf at the Wynn Golf Club on the Las Vegas Strip, an 18-hole championship course, or book a Master Class with experts like the Wynn’s pastry chefs, florists, or master barber.”

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Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas

Non-gaming hotel Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas is located in the heart of the Strip. Guest room designs are contemporary and sleek, with floor-to-ceiling windows that make the most of city views. Relax in a private cabana at the pool deck or pamper yourself at the Waldorf Astoria Spa, from facials and massages to wellness therapies including a Karmic Happiness Ritual. Enjoy complimentary daily breakfast for two at the seasonal American restaurant Zen Kitchen and pair a craft cocktail with a light bite at SkyBar, which has fantastic views of the Strip.

Perfect for Couples, Business Travelers, Non-gamers

TRAVEL CONSULTANT TIP

“Consider using your $100 credit at the Tea Lounge. Expect a traditional high tea with tiered trays of sandwiches, scones, and sweets, plus there are lots of rare teas to choose from.”

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Bellagio

Bellagio is famous for its fountains, which put on a colorful choreographed show set to music, and for the lobby ceiling’s installation of Dale Chihuly blown-glass flowers. Poker fans also know this resort on the Strip for the sprawling casino, which attracts world famous poker professionals. Elegant accommodations suit the varied needs of travelers, with options including two-bedroom luxury villas and dog-friendly perks; they all deliver views of the Vegas valley or the fountains. Without even leaving the resort, you can explore the Gallery of Fine Arts and the 14,000-square foot Botanical Gardens. There are also five Mediterranean-inspired pools and two premium spas. When it’s mealtime, use your $100 credit toward satisfying your palate at over 20 restaurants, when you bill it to your room. 

Perfect for Families, Couples, Foodies, Group Travel, Shopping

TRAVEL CONSULTANT TIP

“Dine at Picasso by Spanish Chef Julian Serrano, in company of Pablo Picasso paintings and charming ceramics. Try to snag a lakeside table where you’ll have an up-front view of the Bellagio fountain show.”

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Crockfords Las Vegas, LXR Hotels & Resort

Crockfords Las Vegas, LXR Hotels & Resorts, is a super-luxurious space just off the Strip within Resorts World, an integrated complex of Hilton brands that also includes Conrad Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Hilton. Soak up the scene and city views from your daybed at the adults-only infinity pool, where you can linger on your last day, thanks to guaranteed 4pm check-out. Satisfy your craving with more than 40 food and beverage options, including the Japanese bistro Kusa Nori and Caviar Bar Las Vegas, and indulge in retail therapy at 70,000-square-foot retail space The District. Wander through the casino to the Entertainment Zone for concerts by stars in residence.

Perfect for Wellness Seekers, Groups, Foodies

TRAVEL CONSULTANT TIP

“Awana Spa offers treatments drawn from European and Eastern rituals and Fountain of Youth facilities with relaxing spaces: four vitality pools ranging in temperature, a crystal laconium with salt therapy, steam rooms, and a rain walk.”

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NoMad Las Vegas

Tucked within Park MGM, NoMad Las Vegas offers an intimate escape inspired by classic European design and NoMad New York’s heritage. This boutique hotel blends rich textures, vintage artwork, and residential-style comfort; select suites include freestanding pedestal bathtubs and separate water closets. You can visit Park MGM to exercise in the fitness center or relax in the spa with a hot stone massage.  A smoke-free sanctuary with an unmistakably artful spirit, NoMad Las Vegas brings quiet elegance to the flashy Las Vegas Strip.

Perfect for Design Lovers, Couples, Non-Gamers

TRAVEL CONSULTANT TIP

“For a truly hidden Vegas moment, request a seat at NoMad Library Restaurant under the soaring shelves — it feels like dining inside a private study. Afterward, head to the NoMad Pool for a quiet nightcap beneath the lanterns, a rare pocket of calm just steps from the Strip.”

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Conrad Las Vegas at Resorts World

Perched above Las Vegas Boulevard, Conrad Las Vegas at Resorts World is one of three hotels integrated within Resorts World that offer up easy access to the Strip. The style is midcentury modern, with floor-to-ceiling windows and a sitting area in the 1,496 spacious accommodations. Some feature pullout couches, and you can request a rollaway bed for a fee or a complimentary crib. Make a splash at one of the five on-site pools, including one dedicated to families; bliss out at the Awana Spa; or try your hand at the in-house casino. Plus, take advantage of your $100 credit at Fuhu (Asian fusion) or restaurants and bars that may be billed to your room.

Perfect for Families, Foodies, Groups

TRAVEL CONSULTANT TIP

“Eclectic art appears across Resorts World. Look for a spray paint original by local artist Spencer Couture on the way from the Conrad lobby to the casino and for Red Hong Yi’s portrait made with 20,000 dyed tea bags at Famous Foods.”

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Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton

One mile off the Strip, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton celebrates the desert location, with cacti and furnishings in shades of fiery orange and earth tones. Three towers of rooms and suites overlook the twinkling skyline or two pools: one where you can lounge in a private cabana or daybed and another known as Elia Beach Club, with a stage and adults-only scene. You can use your $100 credit at the resort pool or at restaurants and bars that may be billed to your room. At The Theater, dance like no one’s watching to live music by well-known and up-and-coming artists alike.

Perfect for Gen Z, Value-Conscious Travelers, Couples

TRAVEL CONSULTANT TIP

“Virgin counts 14 restaurants and lounges that range from Thai (Night + Market) to Mexican (Casa Calavera). The grooviest spot is the Shag Room, which hosts Sunday afternoon parties with boozy teas, savory bites, and live music.”

As a Platinum Card® Member, enjoy a complimentary suite of benefits when you book through American Express Travel®.

Fine Hotels + Resorts*

 

  12pm check-in, when available

  Room upgrade upon arrival, when available1

  Daily breakfast for two

  $100 credit to use towards eligible charges2

  Guaranteed 4pm check-out

The Hotel Collection 3,*

 

  12pm check-in, when available

  Room upgrade upon arrival, when available1

  $100 credit to use towards eligible charges2

  Late check-out, when available

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What to Do in Las Vegas

Admire the Arts

Visit the Neon Museum to learn about the city's iconic signage and take in contemporary works at the Aria Fine Art Collection.

Stroll and Sip

Explore the Bellagio's Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, and then head to Lily Bar & Lounge for a craft cocktail.

At night, the High Roller ferris wheel is lit in magenta light and towers above the surrounding hotel skyscrapers.

Soar Above Vegas

Experience the High Roller, the highest observation wheel in the world, and zipline down the Strip with Fly LINQ.

Hit the Desert

The towering neon totem poles of Seven Magic mountains are a popular photo-op, while Red Rock Canyon offers a 13-mile scenic drive and kid-friendly trails.

View from behind of a row of fans looking off the edge of the Amex Trackside Lounge at the brightly-lit track.

Experience the F1® Action

The FORMULA 1® HEINEKEN LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX takes over Sin City from November 20 to 22, 2025, and it’s primed to be one of the most thrilling stateside races in the F1A Formula One World Championship™. There are a range of ticket types available across the weekend including general admission, grandstand, and hospitality passes which are on sale now, while supplies last. American Express® Card Members can also get access to exclusive at-race perks to elevate their fan experience. Between March – September, you can also visit the world’s largest immersive Formula 1 attraction, the Grand Prix Plaza. Terms apply. Learn More

See a Show at the Sphere

The Sphere has redefined live entertainment in Las Vegas with its 16K wraparound LED screen, immersive sound system, and cutting-edge visual effects. You’re in for a sensory spectacle, whether you score tickets to see a chart-topping artist or a cinematic experience transporting you across time and space. 

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