In Las Vegas, everyone’s a VIP. Affordable attractions, entertainment and dining options everywhere you look make it easy for every guest to experience the getaway of a lifetime on any budget.
And when you take advantage of the deals and special offers that are available every day, it’s even easier. Savvy travelers know how to score savings, and we’ve got suggestions to help you get the most value when planning your next adventure – from affordable hotels, shows and dining in Las Vegas, to fun things to do for free or on a budget.
Stay and Save: Hotel Deals on Parking and More
Many resorts offer deals for advance bookings, and some have huge discounts on dining and other amenities.
PRO TIP: For more savings, ask your favorite resort about its player rewards programs.
SAHARA Las Vegas offers exclusive benefits for direct bookings. Rewards include discounts on digital subscriptions, dining, concert gift cards, along with deals curated specifically for your stay. Plus, parking and valet services are always free at this Strip resort, and as the northernmost stop on the Las Vegas Monorail, traveling down Las Vegas Boulevard with a ticketed ride is both convenient and economical. On selected dates you can even rent a car on the property and save an additional 5%!
You can also park for free on the Strip at Treasure Island – TI Hotel & Casino and Circus Circus Las Vegas, where you’ll also find seasonal room rates with savings of up to 50%. And Fontainebleau Las Vegas offers free parking for hotel guests and the first hour for all visitors.
Just off the fabulous Strip, find free parking and other deals at Palms Casino Resort. Stay two nights or more and receive 20% savings on rooms as well as 20% off an Access Level 2 Experience Pass at AREA15. You’ll have access to more than 15 immersive entertainment attractions, including Illuminarium, Lazer Maze, LIFTOFF Bar & Ride, and more.
Several other off-Strip resorts offer complimentary parking as well, including Palace Station Hotel Casino and Rio Las Vegas. Also just off-Strip, at OYO Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, you can find special resort stay packages.
PRO TIP: Air fare rates are usually cheaper from February through May, so take advantage of this travel window to save even more!
Mind-Blowing Museums and Family-Friendly Attractions
Las Vegas is home to many affordable attractions the entire family can enjoy, from immersive and interactive museums to cultural activities.
The Museum of Illusions provides an interactive experience filled with visual, sensory exhibits and images that will play tricks with your mind’s perceptions. Purchase tickets online and save $5 off the regular price for adults and children 5-13. (Kids 4 and younger are always free.)
Explore more than 90 mystifying exhibits that will test the bounds of reality at the Paradox Museum. Book online and save on this immersive attraction, in addition to other discounts available for groups. Admission to the Paradox Museum is free for children 3 and younger.
For an affordable and educational experience, visit the Las Vegas Natural History Museum. Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, it’s a great place for the entire family to enjoy while learning through educational displays and programming.
One of the many popular, free attractions in Las Vegas is Colors of Mexico inside Fashion Show Las Vegas. This family-friendly, 20,000-square-foot Latin cultural experience includes seven interactive experiences, including the Wall of Diorama, authentic Mexican food and margaritas, and handcrafted art and artisanry markets.
Best Places to Eat on a Budget
Las Vegas has an array of dining options to satisfy any taste, without breaking the bank.
Whether it’s lunchtime or you’re having a 2 a.m. snack craving, New York Pizzeria inside (naturally) New York-New York Hotel & Casino gives you that hole-in-the-wall pizza shop feel, with no need for reservations, and not to mention a slice of pie and a beer for under $10.
The Village Pub & Café inside Ellis Island Hotel, Casino & Brewery has been a locals’ favorite for decades, and with good reason: It’s open 24 hours and dishes out tremendous cuisine.
PRO TIP: Ask your server for “The BEST deal in Vegas” – it’s a complete steak meal for $10, and it’s not on the menu. You’ll need to sign up for the hotel’s players club card to be eligible for the offer.
For the heartier appetites, fuel up at Hash House A Go Go inside The LINQ Hotel + Experience. For under $20, you’ll feast on farm-fresh classic breakfast recipes piled high. The restaurant goes big on the portions, and you can get a Man v. Food favorite that might be the only meal you need all day – Andy’s Sage Fried Chicken with hardwood smoked bacon and a scrambled egg.
Comedy, Music and Free Nightly Entertainment
Take part in a dynamic outdoor street party with live bands, DJs and flair bartenders pouring delicious cocktails right in the heart of the Strip at Carnaval Court outside Harrah’s Las Vegas. Also on the Strip at 63 City Center, swing by Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Bar for handcrafted cocktails, comfort Southern food, free country live music across two stages, and scintillating rooftop views on the outdoor terrace.
For an affordable night of laughs featuring some of the nation’s top up-and-coming comedians, take in a show at the intimate Comedy Cellar inside Rio Las Vegas. The first West Coast affiliate of a Big Apple landmark, you’ll enjoy five headliner-level performers doing 15- to 20-minute sets, giving you a variety of comedy at every show.
Looking to dance the night away with live music and cocktails and no cover fees? Check out NOLA Nights every Friday at 1923 Live at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas and secure a VIP table for up to six for only $75 for three hours with two drinks per guest.
Even more free entertainment is always waiting at the Fremont Street Experience in Downtown Las Vegas, with Viva Vision shows every hour from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m., and live music on multiple stages nightly. While you’re in the downtown area, visit the Fremont East District and its vibrant restaurant and bar scene and enjoy some of the best people-watching in Vegas.
PRO TIP: For nightlife deals, try the Discotech site. You’ll see a rundown of Las Vegas clubs that offer the chance to get on a complimentary guest list, as well as discounted ticket deals for key performances.
Raise a Glass for These Happy Hour Deals
Take your happy hour experience to new heights – 800 feet up, in fact – and down a few cocktails at the Sky High Happy Hour at 108 Drinks inside The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower. Take advantage of 2-for-1 Tower admission and 2-for-1 cocktails Mondays through Thursdays from 3-7 p.m.
El Segundo Sol inside the Fashion Show Las Vegas features food and drink specials from 3-6 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays. Nosh on bottomless chips and salsa for under $5 and wash them down with $7 margaritas.
Indulge in Sangria Hour at Jaleo by José Andrés at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas daily from 5-7 p.m. Savor some of his signature tapas, such as patatas bravas and a salmon tartare cone with trout roe, as well as Sangrias and Estrella beers, each under $10.
Dig into the Golden Hour menu available Sunday through Thursday from 4-6 p.m. at Nicco’s Prime Cuts & Fresh Fish inside Durango Casino & Resort. Try a variety of bites for under $10 and drinks for $5.
With these sweet deals on hotels, restaurants, attractions and nightlife, get the most value out of your next visit. And don’t forget about the iconic residencies that you’ll only find here, or for more help planning your trip, take a look at our 48-hour guide. You’ll experience the very best and enjoy more of what you love about Las Vegas, for less!