Top Rated Parks to Visit in Las Vegas

"With five acres of indoor climate-controlled fun, The Adventuredome at Circus Circus is the perfect Las Vegas attraction for families, or those who are just kids at heart. Offering plenty of rides and things to do, including a mini-golf course and laser tag, the park has attractions for kids of all ages. One of Adventuredome's rides, El Loco, gives riders a 72-second, adrenaline-pumping ride complete with a 90-foot ascent followed by a greater-than-straight-down diving drop that produces a negative 1.5 vertical G."

"It’s not just trapeze artists and jugglers that entertain visitors at Circus Circus. The hotel is also home to the Adventuredome — a large indoor theme park with roller coasters, bumper cars, rock climbing, arcades, and much more. Thrill seekers will love the park’s new NebulaZ ride that spins riders through the air, while younger visitors will enjoy the slightly slower carousel or Miner Mike coal train ride."

"Circus Circus is known for being a great hotel for families staying on the strip because of their amazing Adventuredome that features thrill rides, midway games, arcade, golf, roller skating rink, laser challenge, rock climbing, and even indoor bungee jumping. Big Apple Coaster at NYNY"

"Most already know Circus Circus for its indoor “Adventuredome” big top with rides and games—but it also has a massive gaming floor, with lots of table games such as blackjack, mini-baccarat, Let it Ride, virtual and live craps, and virtual and live roulette. The sportsbook was recently remodeled, with plenty of lounge-style seats and televisions."

"Every kid loves a circus and at Circus Circus the Carnival Midway is home to free circus acts starting at 11:30 a.m."

"Hemenway Park allows visitors the opportunity to closely mingle with bighorn sheep that come down from the nearby mountains to graze. The park also has playground equipment, gazebos, sport courts, and a view of Lake Mead."

"Floyd Lamb Park, at Tule Springs, is a pleasing oasis with its 680­-acre park, with luxuriant vegetation, animals, lakes, and sightseeing’s of the Sheep and Spring Mountain Ranges. The momentous Tule Springs Ranch is gathered inside the park and provides chances for visitors to learn about the conventional working ranch and early Las Vegas lifestyle. The park provides a number of programs."

"One of the quieter destinations of Las Vegas, Floyd Lamb Park offers several hundred acres of lush vegetation for visitors who want to get away from the noise and pollution of the city for awhile. Nature trails wind through the park for walking, jogging and mountain biking. Picnic areas have freshly-cut grass and the sweet fragrance of flowers."

"Next up is Tule Springs' Floyd Lamb Park, situated at 9200 Tule Springs Road. With 4.5 stars out of 203 reviews on Yelp, it has proved to be a local favorite."

"Inside Circus Circus, you’ll find this gem that’s home to a carnival and circus. The carnival midway has new arcade games and old carnival games, and one of the most affordable places to grab a snack. Also, starting at 11:30 every day, you’ll be able to see live circus acts performed at The Midway."

"Circus Circus Las Vegas Hotel has a variety of free circus acts that perform daily starting at 11 a.m. at the center stage of the Carnival Midway. Some of the circus performances you will see there include flying trapeze, juggling, aerial silks, slack wire, circus clowns and much more."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user Reinhard Link used under CC BY-SA 2.0. Located in the lively Circus Circus Hotel and Casino, the Midway is a true highlight of this Las Vegas establishment. Providing a huge carnival atmosphere, it offers an expansive collection of fun games and top prizes."

"The Nature Discovery Trail and Rock Garden is located in a beautiful municipal park in Bootleg Canyon and offers a fantastic place to spend the day with the family. The paved walking trail features colorful rock gardens and giant statues of desert animals, including a giant jackrabbit, a scorpion, a horned lizard, a roadrunner, a tortoise, a Mojave rattlesnake, and a Gila monster. The winding trail also features information plaques along the route about the local fauna and flora, like the cholla, the prickly pear, and the Joshua tree, as well as spectacular panoramic views of the city."

"Only open Fridays and Saturdays, Sugar Bees bakes up some of the best sweets in town. Order their beloved double chocolate chunk cookie or any macaroon and you won’t be disappointed."

"Carlo’s Bake Shop serves cannoli, cheesecakes, cookies, eclairs, strawberry shortcakes, croissants, donuts, cannoli cakes, chocolate mousse cakes, 7-layer cookies, cupcakes, and a lot more… Depending on when you arrive, there may be a line. Also, there is no available seating."

"Carlo’s Las Vegas Bakery is a family-owned bakery and was featured on the hit TLC show Cake Boss. The bakery was first opened more than 100 years ago by Carlo Guastaffero. The bakery evolved into its modern form in 1964."

"At the bakery brought by TLC’s Cake Boss, you may have to stand in line, but a taste of his elegant cakes, lobster tail, and daily confections promise to be worth the wait."

"The Nevada Southern Railroad Museum is a family-friendly museum dedicated to showcasing the history of the railroad system in Boulder City. Operated by the Nevada State Railroad Museum, the museum is set on the tracks that were laid down by the Union Pacific Railroad to service the Boulder Dam project and features a passenger platform, four operational diesel locomotives, three steam locomotives, and a variety of non-operational equipment that has been cosmetically refurbished for static display. Visitors can enjoy rides on wheelchair-accessible open-air cars or air-conditioned and heated Pullman coaches as well as model railroad displays and 7½" gauge trains on the weekends."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user Mobilus In Mobili used under CC BY-SA 2.0. If you were ever curious about the history of the famous US railroad that used to run through the entire country, transporting gold, animals, and people since 1827, there is no better place for you than Boulder City. Nevada State Railroad Museum offers a big collection of locomotives, train cars, and photographs."

"Fascinating multimedia exhibits focus on science, technology and the social history of the 'Atomic Age,' which lasted from WWII until atmospheric bomb testing was driven underground in 1961 and a worldwide ban on nuclear testing was declared in 1992. View footage of atomic testing and examine southern Nevada's nuclear past, present and future, from Native American ways of life to the environmental legacy of atomic testing. Don't miss the ticket booth (how could you?); it's a Nevada Test Site guard-station replica."

"One of the more interesting places to view Las Vegas art is the Marjorie Barrick Museum. Located on the campus of UNLV, the Marjorie Barrick Museum is situated within a renovated historic gymnasium that features contemporary artworks as well as Pre-Columbian and Mesoamerican art. The six exhibit galleries include 50 pieces of international contemporary artwork from the Vogel collection which was bequeathed to the museum in 2010."

"Located on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus, the Barrick Museum features rotating exhibitions of everything from contemporary paintings to glass work to Ansel Adams' legendary collection of photography. Its well-curated collections and fun, hip vibe make it the perfect place to escape to for an hour or two. Admission is also free—perfect if you've been dealt a losing hand on the Strip."

"The Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art is located on the UNLV campus and is part of their College of Fine Arts. The admission is free, so it’s a great way to spend an afternoon if you need a break from the casinos. The beautiful, open space has benches and a very relaxing atmosphere to sit down and stare at the art."