Las Vegas Downtown & Fremont Street - Guided Walking Tour
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Discover the vibrant heart of Las Vegas with a two-hour guided walking tour of Downtown’s iconic Fremont Street. Stroll beneath the dazzling Fremont Street Experience canopy, explore legendary casinos and the Mob Museum, and journey through the revitalized Fremont East District and Downtown Container Park. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and families, this small-group tour combines fascinating stories, fun facts, and historic photos with wireless audio headsets for an up-close, personal experience. Your expert guide’s tips, insider recommendations, and exclusive restaurant lists ensure you make the most of your Vegas adventure. See, explore, and experience the evolution of Las Vegas, from its humble beginnings to the dazzling “Glitter Gulch,” on this unforgettable downtown tour!
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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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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'!
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.
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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(668)
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
Kelly was awesome full of great knowledge and appreciation of downtown Las Vegas! Loved it!!!
This is the second time we have had the joy of the tour. I can’t recommend this enough please take this history tour of the original Vegas it will open your eyes to how Vegas was created. Kelly knows everything you need to know. Took my sister and brother in law on the tour and they are going to do it again on their next trip.
Another tour that wasn’t worth $70 I mean if you’ve been in Vegas all you gotta do is take a lift and say go downtown and you’re in Fremont and you probably pay like $12 for the lift you can tour free on your own
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. You are absolutely right that anyone can visit Downtown Las Vegas and Fremont Street on their own. The purpose of our tour is to provide carefully researched historical context, stories, and insights that would be extremely difficult for most visitors to uncover on their own. Over the course of two hours, guests gain a comprehensive understanding of the founding of Las Vegas, the evolution of Fremont Street, the people and events that shaped the city, and numerous hidden details and connections that are rarely recognized without an expert guide. While guided tours are not for everyone, many guests appreciate the deeper understanding and perspective they gain from the experience. Thank you again for joining us.
Wife and I did the tour and it was fantastic! It was a nice change from the hustle and bustle of the strip. The guide was very knowledgeable, friendly, funny, and informative. The ear pieces really helped us hear over the sounds of Fremont. The guide had pictures, showed us some unique view points and gave lots of great food and store recommendations. We couldn't recommend the tour enough if you enjoy learning history of the area. If we come back we will stay in Downtown for sure. Lots to do and great pricing.
This was so well done! We learned so much from our guide Kelly. He knew history about how LV got started ( with old pictures) and fun facts about the casinos and their owners, even the old signs etc. He was a wealth of information. He even included a tips sheet on restaurants! Go …you won’t be disappointed !
