Las Vegas Strip Nightlife: The Perfect Evening Itinerary
After dark the Strip becomes the party capital of the world, from neon-lit sightseeing to superclubs and rooftop pool parties. Here is how to plan an unforgettable Las Vegas night — with a helicopter flight, VIP club access and the top-rated experiences to book before you fly in.
At a glance
- 1Sunset helicopter flight over the Strip
- 2Guided evening tour to the Welcome sign
- 3VIP club crawl by party bus
- 4Pool party finale in summer
Start in the air: a night helicopter flight
Nothing beats the Strip from above after sunset, when four miles of casinos light up at once. Night helicopter flights from around $100 loop over the Bellagio fountains, the High Roller and the pyramids of the Luxor. Splurge versions add a landing dinner at the Eiffel Tower restaurant. Time your flight for just after dusk, when the sky still glows and the neon is at full blaze.
See the icons: an evening Strip tour
Back on the ground, a guided evening tour or open-top night bus links the landmarks you can't reach on foot, including the famous 'Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas' sign south of Mandalay Bay. Expect around 2.5 hours of neon, photo stops and stories from a local guide, with fares from roughly $60. It is the easiest way to cover the whole Strip without a rental car.
Party like a local: clubs and pool parties
Vegas nightlife peaks in its superclubs — Omnia, Hakkasan, XS and Marquee — where lines and cover charges are brutal. A VIP club crawl by party bus, from about $70, skips the queues at three or four venues with express entry and drinks on board. In summer, swap the night for a daytime pool party (dayclub) at Encore Beach Club or Wet Republic. Book ahead; weekend headliners sell out.
Book the experiences in this itinerary
Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Las Vegas — prices per person.
