Las Vegas Downtown & Fremont Street - Guided Walking Tour
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See the Las Vegas most visitors never discover on this award-winning guided walking tour through the city's historic downtown. Discover where Las Vegas began and experience its transformation from a dusty railroad town to the world-famous entertainment capital. Explore the Fremont Street Experience, legendary casinos, Fremont East, Downtown Container Park, and other hidden gems as your expert local guide shares fascinating stories, historic photos, fun facts, hidden details, and insider recommendations. More than just a history tour, you'll learn where locals eat, drink, and explore—helping you make the most of your entire Vegas vacation. Wireless audio headsets ensure you never miss a story while enjoying a relaxed, personal experience. Discover why Downtown Las Vegas remains one of the city's best values for dining, entertainment, history, and unforgettable experiences. Perfect for first-time and returning visitors looking to experience the authentic side of Las Vegas.
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See Las Vegas like you’ve never seen before or didn't know existed. Walk from past to present as stories, fun facts, and a photographic 'walk through time' peel back the layers of neon and expose the rich history underneath. Learn how this magical city went from humble outpost, to the eye-popping ‘Glitter Gulch’, one of the most pictured and storied thoroughfares in the world, to a sparkling gem of urban renewal and revitalization.
Your tour begins at this historic location for good reason. Here you will begin to learn about the very beginnings of Las Vegas as they literally began beneath the foundation. You will also learn how this 'vintage' 1970's casino has not only survived but is thriving into one of our proudly restored properties with many exciting refurbishments, renovations, and classic Las Vegas flair!
Circa Resort & Casino. From 500 gold bars in a top floor lounge to 6 pools, you will see and learn about Downtown Las Vegas' fabulous new hotel/casino and how two brothers from Detroit are changing the face of Fremont Street!
Your tour will walk through the entire 4-block long Fremont Street Experience as you hear all the fascinating stories and learning about the properties along the way. You will also learn how, and why the world's largest video screen canopy above came to be, has been refurbished 3 times and is still a major draw for people to see for themselves. Seeing is one thing, but you will become immersed.
You will learn about the deep history of this landmark address of 1 Fremont St., how it has miraculously survived the times through many transitions and is today a top 'must see' for many that visit downtown Las Vegas.
You'll visit the museum’s prominent location and listen as your guide shares insights into its creation, key attractions, and growing popularity. Discover how this landmark became a must-see destination in Downtown Las Vegas.
A very popular hotel/casino and still a major feature of downtown Las Vegas. Here you will not only learn it's connection to Steve Wynn of "Las Vegas Strip" fame, but also of it's internationally top-rated features but also how it's original bones dating back to 1946 mobsters still exist. You will not just learn about it, you will walk through it!
During your tour your will learn about the colorful Benny Binion and how he came to Las Vegas and opened up the first 'carpet joint' in downtown Las Vegas which is today a popular stop for locals and visitors alike for it's vintage steakhouse, live entertainment, new rotating bar above Fremont Street and full-restored, vintage boutique hotel. Here you will also see for yourself that 1956 Las Vegas does still exist!
The launchpad for Wayne Newton and once home of 'Lefty' Rosenthal. Discover all things fabulous about this historic property including their $50 Million renovation/expansion & infamous dining specials.
See the Four Queens' classic 1966 façade and vintage neon signage while learning about its fabulous décor and some of our favorite places to eat.
Watch as thrill-seekers soar superhero-style down Fremont Street, launching from the top of an impressive 11-story slot machine. Experience the excitement and vibrant atmosphere as riders zip above the crowds and neon lights in Downtown Las Vegas.
Visit Neonopolis, a colorful entertainment complex at the east end of Fremont Street, and discover its quirky attractions, photo ops and larger-than-life Vegas character.
See the famous Toy Shack, home of Pawn Stars expert toy appraiser Johnny Jimenez. Here you will learn about Johnny's 'pride and joy' vintage toy and possibly even see Johnny for a quick hello and photo op.
Learn about the revitalization of downtown Las Vegas and hear how 1 man's vision turned a once forgotten neighborhood into the jewel of urban renewal and revival and helped downtown Las Vegas return to a top attraction in the United States.
As you tour through the newly revitalized Fremont East to learn how one man’s vision and commitment to community has sparked perhaps the greatest downtown revitalization project in the United States, the tour wraps up inside the innovative Downtown Container Park, a shopping, dining, entertainment attraction partially made out of recycled shipping containers. A perfect way to conclude the story 'from humble outpost' to 'gem of urban renewal' and where you'll be left with all the knowledge to go explore downtown Las Vegas like a 'Vegas Insider'!
Classic 40's Vegas at it's finest. The oldest hotel - casino in Las Vegas, and boy it's got stories. You will hear about the early days and ties to famous mobsters but also how it has not only remained a classic, locals casino but how it has refurbished, remodeled and expanded with the times, all while keeping every ounce of it's Las Vegas charm.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Comfortable walking shoes, bottled water and sun protection are strongly advised
- Tours are in English language only. Fluency in conversational English is recommended
- Please ensure each guest sign the Safety Waiver prior to your tour at: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/v/lvwt
- Our guests health is always a priority and we have put extra measures in place to help ensure your safety. Stringent Cleaning – Audio headsets will continue to be cleaned & sanitized before each tour with disinfectant aerosol and wipes. Each headset now also receives a ‘deep-clean’ via HoMEDICS® UV-CLEAN Portable Sanitizer which has been clinically proven to kill up to 99.9% of bacteria & viruses at the DNA level with UV-C light. Our wireless audio headsets will also allow you to navigate around other pedestrians during your tour to help you maintain your comfortable social distance while still hearing your guides every word.
- Masks are no longer required in public places nor on our tours however we do visit inside two properties so please feel free to continue mask use at your discretion.
- Our guides have been fully vaccinated.
Reviews(673)
Kelly was a fantastic tour guide and I thought I already knew quite a bit about Fremont St. I learned so much, and found new things to try. I need to get back to even put a dent in the list. This is definitely one you'll want to do early on in your visit.
This tour was the best value for our money. We met Kelly, out tour guide, at the Plaza. The meeting place was very easy to hook up with the group. The guide was very informative and super conscious of our comfort. We learned so much about the history of Vegas, it was amazing. I would highly recommend this your to any adults wanting to get a feel for the old Vegas.
Tour lead Kelly was great - informative, responsive to guests (i.e. made culturally relevant references for both other states and countries of guests), and thoughtful. It was 115-degree heat on the day and he made sure we got as much shade as possible without losing any detail or experience. Not only did he amply demonstrate incredible local and historical knowledge, but he made it engaging and relevant, communiciating genuine passion for the city and downtown in particular. I'd recommend it to any visitor, returning or newbie. Great.
My friend and I really enjoyed the tour. Our guide was passionate, knowledgeable, and very informative. We appreciated the headsets. While his presentation style was a little dry at times, I have a great deal of respect for someone who takes pride in their work, shares their knowledge, and delivers exactly what was promised. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and we truly appreciated the effort and dedication he put into sharing his passion and love for Las Vegas. I highly recommend this tour — and I say that as someone who travels frequently and has experienced many tours!
What a wonderful surprise! We weren't quite sure how this tour would be, but are SO glad we scheduled it! It was an exceptional tour - and Kelly was a fantastic guide! He is very knowledgeable and shared so much interesting history and neat stories about this part of Vegas. Absolutely loved that Kelly provided head phones too! Nothing more frustrating than a tour guide talking to the 1 or two people that are walking along side him - while no one else can hear. The headphones were a huge plus. Great job Kelly and thank you for such a fun experience! Definitely one of our highlights on our trip!
Absolutely worth it! This 2-hour guided walking tour of Downtown Las Vegas on Fremont Street exceeded our expectations. Our local guide brought the 7-block “walk through time” to life — from its humble beginnings to Glitter Gulch and the impressive urban renewal story — with engaging stories and insider context. The wireless headsets made it easy to hear every detail, and the guide’s tips, restaurant recommendations, and coupons were incredibly helpful afterward. Fun for solo travelers, couples, or families, and a perfect way to discover why Downtown is a must-see Vegas destination. Highly recommended!
Kelly is the best walking tour guide he is exceptional and has explained everything so clearly and understanding for everyone in the tour so 100% recommended
Really interesting tour and great guide with fascinating stories. Highly recommended if you want to see the original side of Vegas.
Kelley did a great job explaining the importance and historical aspects of LasVegas in its beginning. His command of the knowledge was amazing. Did a great job Highlighting the great attributes and revitalization of LV Downtown. Thanks recommending highly.
Kelly was fantastic! Knowledgeable and gave great recommendations. The walking tour starts at the plaza and ends at the container park. It was really hot in June but we still had a great time. I’d bring lots of water! The tour was a great way to learn about the history of Las Vegas and get insider tips. My boyfriend and I ended up staying at the golden gate the next day and checked out circas rooftop bar which Kelly recommended. I like the audio headset so you can hear what the guide is saying easily and the binder full of visual aids of what Vegas looked like before. We felt like we learned a lot
