12 Best Family Things to Do in Las Vegas

Find thousands of candies and souvenirs of the iconic brand and its beloved characters at M&M’s World. Located in Showcase Mall, the 4-story store features a My M&M's station with walls of different colored and flavored M&Ms. You can even personalize your candy with a custom message or image. On the third floor is a 3D theater, where you get to watch a 10-minute film titled I Left My M in Vegas for free.

The ground floor of M&M’s World displays a variety of memorabilia for sale, from luggage, shirts, and keychains to laptop covers, board games, and Frisbees. Head up to the fourth floor for rare collectibles and museums, as well as an incredible panoramic view of the Strip.

World-famous for gravity-defying feats and synonymous with spectacle, the Cirque du Soleil is one thing you won’t want to miss while you’re in Vegas. Watch in awe and gasp in astonishment as these incredible athletes put on a show you’ll remember for a lifetime.

There are actually several shows by the famous acrobatic troupe around Las Vegas, but O is perhaps the most remarkable. The special stage in the Bellagio transforms into a 1.5-million-gallon swimming pool in an instant, changing the performance from one of breathtaking acrobatics to a display of synchronized swimming. Featuring 85 extremely talented performers, some of whom are former Olympic athletes, it’s a very memorable show.

Madame Tussauds Las Vegas features multiple exhibition rooms filled with many lifelike figures of various icons, all of which you can snap a souvenir selfie with. Located in front of the Venetian, this renowned wax museum stars the hottest celebs like Jack Harlow and Lizzo, as well as timeless stars like Beyonce and Dwayne Johnson.

Pose with your favorite Marvel superheroes including Nick Fury and Captain America before bracing yourself for an incredible 4-D movie experience. It also has a room dedicated to famous Las Vegas residents, including Elvis, Celine Dion, and Sin City performers the Blue Man Group. For an unusual yet memorable souvenir, we recommend immortalizing your own hand with a custom wax mold.

Ethel M Chocolates Factory, located in Henderson, is a gourmet chocolate brand dating back to 1981. You get to enjoy a free self-guided tour of the premises, which features dozens of tanks filled with 20,000 to 35,000 gallons of pure chocolate.

Ethel M Chocolates Factory offers daily tasting classes, where you get to sample 4 types of premium chocolate. Each session takes about 30 minutes and is available every 2 hours from 10 am onwards. The factory also has a Botanical Cactus Garden, which contains 300 types of cacti and succulents. Bring your camera because there’s some beautiful sights.

SkyJump is an incredible bungee-jumping-meets-skydiving attraction, and it’s located atop the famous STRAT Hotel and Casino. After completing a safety briefing, daring jumpers are strapped into jumpsuits and harnesses with a short elastic line tethered to guide wires.

Then it’s time to soar from the 108th floor above a view of the neon Strip, traveling 829 feet downward at speeds that can exceed 40 mph. The process, from suiting up to the jump itself, should take about 35 to 45 minutes, so there’s plenty of time to enjoy the rest of the STRAT. If you’re a thrill-seeker planning your next itinerary for a trip to Las Vegas, look no further than SkyJump.

The Big Apple Coaster is a thrilling rollercoaster located at the New York-New York Hotel and Casino. A popular attraction among thrill seekers, the ride features a heartline twist and dive maneuver and travels up to 67 miles per hour.

For an added rush of adrenaline, the Virtual Reality Experience incorporates the use of VR headsets, with riders taking on the role of a scientist pursuing an escaped alien. Be aware that you have to be at least 54 inches tall to ride the coaster, so it's not the best idea with younger children.

A helicopter ride to the Grand Canyon is a worthwhile expense and unforgettable experience when you’re in Las Vegas, as you get to soar over the iconic canyon and its epic surroundings. The tour typically takes place in the morning so that you can enjoy the best view of this natural wonder. The golden canyons look spectacular in the sun.

Aside from the Grand Canyon, you also get to see other landmarks from a bird’s eye view, including the Hoover Dam, Mojave Desert, Lake Mead, and the famous Las Vegas Strip. There’s a wide range of tours available, so shop about for the best deals.

The Circus Circus Hotel & Casino is known for going big, and its expansive indoor theme park, The Adventuredome, is no exception. It’s a 5-acre, climate-controlled thrill zone that’s perfect for rainy days or when you want to escape the Nevada heat.

Within the glass dome, you can zoom along the world’s only indoor double-loop, double-corkscrew rollercoaster, get your thrills on g-force rides, admire the beautiful carousel, and experience a host of other attractions suitable for the entire family. Win big in the classic arcade, challenge the kids to a game of pirate-themed mini-golf, or catch a free clown show. Visit on Friday and Saturday evenings to see the park illuminated in neon.

The Las Vegas Natural History Museum is where you get to learn about the world, thanks to its extensive collection of fossils, life-sized replicas of mummies, and extinct wildlife, as well as family-friendly activities.

A popular exhibit here is the Treasure of Egypt hall, where you can explore a recreation of the entrance to King Tutankhamun’s tomb, view actual pictures taken during the excavation, and use provided tools to “scan” a mummy in real time. The Engelstad Family Prehistoric Life Gallery features a 35-foot-long replica of a T-Rex that moves and roars at visitors. Check online in advance for more exciting ways to entertain the kids, such as craft workshops and cultural games.

Big Shot is a tower ride built on the top of The Strat Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. When it opened in 1996, it is one of the world’s highest amusement rides measured from ground level. Its acceleration is pneumatically powered, enabling it to travel upwards at speeds of around 45 mph, which generates up to 4 Gs of force.

You’ll be one of 16 riders catapulted upwards from a platform 921 ft in the air to a height of 1,081 ft. It descends rapidly and then shoots upwards again accompanied by a cacophony of joyful screams. Be aware that you must be 48” tall to ride.

X-Scream is a thrilling ride in Las Vegas with a motion that mimics a gigantic teeter-totter. You’ll find it on the roof of The Strat Hotel and Casino, 866 ft above the sidewalk. Though the track looks similar to that of a rollercoaster, it pivots to create both horizontal and vertical motion.

Each cart is propelled forward at high speed off the edge of the building. Riders dangle weightlessly high above the Las Vegas Strip until they travel backwards to do it all over again. It feels like you might fall right over the edge, so expect plenty of screams from fellow riders.

Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix Family Fun Center is a must-visit for families. This isn’t your average go-karting venue. The massive park features 4 Grand Prix tracks, amusements rides, an arcade, and a pizzeria. Both kids and adults can take part in all the activities, so parents and the young-at-heart can join in the fun too.

Rent out a party room at the Family Fun Center for a birthday that won’t soon be forgotten. Go-karting also makes a fun date night. Looking for something more affordable than seeing Cirque du Soleil on the strip? The Family Fun Center arcade is free to enter, and go-karting tickets are reasonably priced.