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Forget the polished veneer of the Strip. This is the raw, unadulterated story of how Las Vegas invented itself, destroyed itself, and rose again. On this walking tour, we peel back the layers of 'Glitter Gulch' to reveal a history written in neon, gunpowder, and handshake deals. From the boneyard where iconic signs go to die, to the courtroom where the Feds tried to break the Mob, and the gambling hall where a cowboy murderer invented the World Series of Poker. We will walk the line between the law and the lawless, exploring the tension between the city's gritty past and its tech-fueled future. Join us to discover the real Las Vegas—the one that locals know, the one that Bugsy Siegel touched, and the one that refuses to burn out.
A 2.1 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 93 min
Ideal for travelers interested in History and Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Las Vegas's main station, take local public transport toward The Neon Museum. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to The Neon Museum, Las Vegas, United States. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From Atomic Liquors, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Las Vegas's main station. The departure point is Atomic Liquors, Las Vegas, United States. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1The Neon Museum
A sanctuary for the city's retired neon signs, serving as a metaphor for Las Vegas's cycle of destruction and reinvention.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2The Mob Museum
A sanctuary for the city's retired neon signs, serving as a metaphor for Las Vegas's cycle of destruction and reinvention.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Binion's Gambling Hall & Hotel
The birthplace of the World Series of Poker and the symbol of the 'Glitter Gulch' era of cowboy gambling.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Fremont Street Experience
A massive LED canopy that represents the city's 1990s attempt to modernize and sanitize downtown.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5El Cortez Hotel and Casino
The longest continuously running hotel-casino in Vegas, retaining its classic 1950s facade and mob connections.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Downtown Container Park
An open-air shopping center built from shipping containers, symbolizing the tech-led revitalization of downtown.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Atomic Liquors
The oldest freestanding bar in Las Vegas, famous for its 'atomic cocktails' and rooftop bomb-watching parties.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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