Guidebook for Las Vegas

Susan & Kevin
Guidebook for Las Vegas

Food Scene

The first half of this list are all local eats in our Southwest neighborhood. The ones listed in the back half are a little farther out, but if you’re in those areas check them out!
Chicken fried steak with the spicy "MAAD Hot" style is bonkers. Wings and waffles, Mac n' Cheese chicken waffle sando... get it!
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Mama Bird Southern Kitchen
10550 Southern Highlands Pkwy
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Chicken fried steak with the spicy "MAAD Hot" style is bonkers. Wings and waffles, Mac n' Cheese chicken waffle sando... get it!
I haven't found this particular tea anywhere else. The taro slush and Hokkaido-Okinawa combo tea with sea salt cream will have you coming every day.
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brew TEA BAR
7380 S Rainbow Blvd
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I haven't found this particular tea anywhere else. The taro slush and Hokkaido-Okinawa combo tea with sea salt cream will have you coming every day.
Southwest spot for duck noodles and roast pork belly. Pro tip: get here several minutes before opening for the waitlist.
Win Kee HK BBQ & Noodle
7960 S Rainbow Blvd
Southwest spot for duck noodles and roast pork belly. Pro tip: get here several minutes before opening for the waitlist.
Ono grindz! The poke (Cali and Hawaiian are out of this world). Salmon pork belly is so melt-worthy. Garlic fried chicken hits and squid luau for the true islanders.
Opulicious
470 East Windmill Lane
Ono grindz! The poke (Cali and Hawaiian are out of this world). Salmon pork belly is so melt-worthy. Garlic fried chicken hits and squid luau for the true islanders.
The only Zippy's outside of Hawaii is here on the Ninth Island! The lines can get crazy, but the zip pacs and chili spaghetti are worth it.
Zippy’s Arroyo Crossing
The only Zippy's outside of Hawaii is here on the Ninth Island! The lines can get crazy, but the zip pacs and chili spaghetti are worth it.
The newest branch of this hand cut or torn noodle spot resides in Southwest’s new Durango Resort.
Shang Artisan Noodle - Durango Resort
The newest branch of this hand cut or torn noodle spot resides in Southwest’s new Durango Resort.
Awesome Hawaiian inspired breakfast… big fan of the chili moco, banana fosters pancakes and cookie butter French toast. Pro tip- you can get a stack of any pancakes as a side to your main dish.
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BabyStacks Cafe 5 (Blue Diamond)
8090 Blue Diamond Road
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Awesome Hawaiian inspired breakfast… big fan of the chili moco, banana fosters pancakes and cookie butter French toast. Pro tip- you can get a stack of any pancakes as a side to your main dish.
Another local brunch joint that hits the spot. Grab a skillet if you’re super hungry and get a trio of breakfast carbs for the table. Pro tip: The orange juice is a must, so order a carafe.
Whidbey’s a daytime eatery
Another local brunch joint that hits the spot. Grab a skillet if you’re super hungry and get a trio of breakfast carbs for the table. Pro tip: The orange juice is a must, so order a carafe.
Great cinnamon bun!
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Mr. Mamas Breakfast And Lunch
5693 S Jones Blvd
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Great cinnamon bun!
Be sure to order your dog with the lobster roll bun. And try the churro ice cream to wash it all down!
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Dirt Dog
8390 S Rainbow Blvd
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Be sure to order your dog with the lobster roll bun. And try the churro ice cream to wash it all down!
The shawarma and falafel are so tasty.
Mother Falafel
6375 South Rainbow Boulevard
The shawarma and falafel are so tasty.
Beautiful space meets an amazing menu in SW’s best Thai joint.
Weera Thai - Rainbow
Beautiful space meets an amazing menu in SW’s best Thai joint.
Look for the line of cars pulling up to this truck at dusk. The birria queso tacos are money. Pro tip: don’t forget to order the consommé for dipping.
Street Tacos Al Vapor
Look for the line of cars pulling up to this truck at dusk. The birria queso tacos are money. Pro tip: don’t forget to order the consommé for dipping.
Weekend brunch is awesome. And so is the New Mexico slow cooked pork.
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DW Bistro
9275 W Russell Rd
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Weekend brunch is awesome. And so is the New Mexico slow cooked pork.
Gyro madness...
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The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - Southwest
5020 Blue Diamond Rd
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Gyro madness...
You won’t find better deals for food in Southwest Vegas. Ask for their daily special. Fish n’ chips and chicken pot pie are 🔥
Village Pub
10150 South Rainbow Boulevard
You won’t find better deals for food in Southwest Vegas. Ask for their daily special. Fish n’ chips and chicken pot pie are 🔥
The pork belly and soft shell crab baos are legit. Lunch special includes some amazing fries and a drink. Turn the corner for Brew Tea Bar post-meal.
The Bao Spot
The pork belly and soft shell crab baos are legit. Lunch special includes some amazing fries and a drink. Turn the corner for Brew Tea Bar post-meal.
Korean Fried Chicken!
Bonchon Chicken
6455 S Rainbow Blvd
Korean Fried Chicken!
Spicy fried chicken and peach mango pies. Not for the weak.
Jollibee
Spicy fried chicken and peach mango pies. Not for the weak.
Dole whip for those hot Vegas summers!
Pineapple Park
10550 Southern Highlands Parkway
Dole whip for those hot Vegas summers!
The absolute best cookie in Vegas- now sold inside Magnum Coffee on Sunset.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Company
1335 Sunset Road
The absolute best cookie in Vegas- now sold inside Magnum Coffee on Sunset.
Hola Mexican | Cocina + Cantina
10530 Southern Highlands Parkway
Solid Mexican fare!
Don't forget to grab a banana nut muffin! Pro tip: check Groupon to see if they’re offering a deal.
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Egg Works
6960 S Rainbow Blvd
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Don't forget to grab a banana nut muffin! Pro tip: check Groupon to see if they’re offering a deal.
AYCE sushi is legit in Vegas!
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JJANGA Steak & Sushi
6125 S Fort Apache Rd
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AYCE sushi is legit in Vegas!
The local food scene... bacon wrapped dates for the win.
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Firefly* Tapas Kitchen & Bar - Southwest
7355 S Buffalo Dr
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The local food scene... bacon wrapped dates for the win.
Excellent brunch in a kitschy space.
Squeeze In
5165 South Fort Apache Road
Excellent brunch in a kitschy space.
Naughty specialty rolls, but so good!
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Hokaido Sushi
6015 S Fort Apache Rd
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Naughty specialty rolls, but so good!
Can't decide if you want healthy or hearty? The menu here is split down the middle.
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SkinnyFATS
8680 W Warm Springs Rd
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Can't decide if you want healthy or hearty? The menu here is split down the middle.
Greens and Proteins Rainbow
6375 S Rainbow Blvd
Post workout!
Everyone loves Lotus of Siam, but we're partial to Arawan. Their unique take on Thai dishes is worth the price tag.
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Arawan Thai Bistro and Dessert
953 E Sahara Ave
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Everyone loves Lotus of Siam, but we're partial to Arawan. Their unique take on Thai dishes is worth the price tag.
Vietnamese food isn’t limited to pho- get a taste of traditional fare such as hu tieu, banh cuon and banh beo. Pro tip: call in an order of the banh bao before 8am for pickup later in the day. It sells out quick!
Cô Anh Sandwich & Noodle Kitchen
4725 Spring Mountain Road
Vietnamese food isn’t limited to pho- get a taste of traditional fare such as hu tieu, banh cuon and banh beo. Pro tip: call in an order of the banh bao before 8am for pickup later in the day. It sells out quick!
If you don't want to drive to Chinatown, the Hu Tieu Xao Sate is a nice surprise on the House Special menu.
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Pho Saigon 8
9055 S Eastern Ave
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If you don't want to drive to Chinatown, the Hu Tieu Xao Sate is a nice surprise on the House Special menu.
Head to Chinatown- This place has awesome Vietnamese food until the wee hours of the morning.
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Viet Noodle Bar
5288 W Spring Mountain Rd
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Head to Chinatown- This place has awesome Vietnamese food until the wee hours of the morning.
Head to Vegas' Chinatown aka Spring Mountain area to get the best bowl of Bun Bo Hue or Bun w/ shrimp cake.
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Pho Bosa Restaurant
3711 S Valley View Blvd
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Head to Vegas' Chinatown aka Spring Mountain area to get the best bowl of Bun Bo Hue or Bun w/ shrimp cake.
Chinatown has some amazing Korean pastries- The red bean buns and custard donuts.
Crown Bakery
4355 Spring Mountain Rd
Chinatown has some amazing Korean pastries- The red bean buns and custard donuts.
Curry beef stew!
88 Noodle Papa
4276 Spring Mountain Rd
Curry beef stew!
Get here early for the roast duck and roast pork belly. Cash only.
Asian BBQ & Noodle
3400 S Jones Blvd
Get here early for the roast duck and roast pork belly. Cash only.
Udon with uni is divine.
Oodle Noodle
4449 W Flamingo Rd
Udon with uni is divine.
If you dig spicy, order the Chengdu Zajiang noodles. The steamed egg and minced pork is a great starter.
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Mian
4355 Spring Mountain Rd
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If you dig spicy, order the Chengdu Zajiang noodles. The steamed egg and minced pork is a great starter.
This Armenian bakery has amazing Napoleons.
Manan Bakery
6680 W Flamingo Rd
This Armenian bakery has amazing Napoleons.
Head towards Henderson for the authentic ono grindz. Outstanding loco moco, kalua pork & cabbage, spam musubi, malasadas and butter and poi mochi. The poke counter in the back is fresh.
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Island Sushi & Grill
9400 S Eastern Ave
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Head towards Henderson for the authentic ono grindz. Outstanding loco moco, kalua pork & cabbage, spam musubi, malasadas and butter and poi mochi. The poke counter in the back is fresh.
I imagine this custard is what stuff tasted like back in the 60s. Grab some after ordering Hawaiian from Island Grill and Sushi.
Nielsen's Frozen Custard
9480 S Eastern Ave
I imagine this custard is what stuff tasted like back in the 60s. Grab some after ordering Hawaiian from Island Grill and Sushi.
The neon lights inside match the diversity of Vegas tourists and locals. 24/7 eats.
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Peppermill's Fireside Lounge
2985 Las Vegas Blvd S
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The neon lights inside match the diversity of Vegas tourists and locals. 24/7 eats.
Long lines, but the creme brulee milkshake may be the best I've had.
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Gordon Ramsay Burger
3667 S Las Vegas Blvd
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Long lines, but the creme brulee milkshake may be the best I've had.
It's smack dab in the middle of the Palace Station Casino and there's usually a very long line (except for breakfast). The pan roast is worth it. Pro tip: stand in line around 9-9:30am for the shortest wait.
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Oyster Bar
1301 W Sunset Rd
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It's smack dab in the middle of the Palace Station Casino and there's usually a very long line (except for breakfast). The pan roast is worth it. Pro tip: stand in line around 9-9:30am for the shortest wait.
Downtown Vegas is where you can find these cheap and delicious Venezuelan sandwiches. Get the "reina" or pork butt arepa and don’t forget the plantains.
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Viva Las Arepas
1616 S Las Vegas Blvd
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Downtown Vegas is where you can find these cheap and delicious Venezuelan sandwiches. Get the "reina" or pork butt arepa and don’t forget the plantains.
Best brunch in Vegas. Head downtown to eat with the locals. Everything on the menu is solid, but order the cinnamon biscuits with strawberries is a must.
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eat.
707 E Carson Ave
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Best brunch in Vegas. Head downtown to eat with the locals. Everything on the menu is solid, but order the cinnamon biscuits with strawberries is a must.
Another great brunch spot in downtown. Lemon poppyseed pancakes are awesome- ask for extra blueberry compote.
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MTO Café
500 S Main St
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Another great brunch spot in downtown. Lemon poppyseed pancakes are awesome- ask for extra blueberry compote.
Elevated Mexican cuisine in Summerlin- the lobster enchiladas and stuffed chile relleno are what dreams are made of.
Salúd Mexican Bístro and Tequílería
8125 W Sahara Ave
Elevated Mexican cuisine in Summerlin- the lobster enchiladas and stuffed chile relleno are what dreams are made of.
High quality acai bowls, smoothies and juices.
Perform and Recover Smoothie Bar
2360 South Rainbow Boulevard
High quality acai bowls, smoothies and juices.

Essentials

Supercenter for all your needs
Walmart Grocery Pickup and Delivery
Supercenter for all your needs
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Albertsons
7350 S Rainbow Blvd
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Walgreens Pharmacy
3821 W Flamingo Rd
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Vons
7405 S Durango Dr
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Entertainment & Activities

O, Mystere, Ka, Michael Jackson, Beatles- the pricey admission is well worth it when you see these professionals fly. Check each show's online booking for seasonal deals.
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Cirque du Soleil
1151 Grier Drive
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O, Mystere, Ka, Michael Jackson, Beatles- the pricey admission is well worth it when you see these professionals fly. Check each show's online booking for seasonal deals.
I don’t want to give too much away, so just go. Tickets aren’t cheap, but this experience is unique and you can stay as long as you like. Pro tip: don’t do too much research into it- you’ll spoil the wonders.
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Omega Mart
3215 S Rancho Dr
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I don’t want to give too much away, so just go. Tickets aren’t cheap, but this experience is unique and you can stay as long as you like. Pro tip: don’t do too much research into it- you’ll spoil the wonders.
Keep cool in the Vegas heat.
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Wet'n'Wild Las Vegas
7055 S Fort Apache Rd
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Keep cool in the Vegas heat.
The local casino features concerts, comedians and a Cinemark theater.
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Casino at South Point Hotel
9777 S Las Vegas Blvd
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The local casino features concerts, comedians and a Cinemark theater.
Located inside the Orleans Casino, the leather seats here recline nearly all the way back!
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Century Orleans 18
4500 W Tropicana Ave
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Located inside the Orleans Casino, the leather seats here recline nearly all the way back!
Tricky puzzle rooms are best with groups. See if they've got a Groupon special.
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Escapology Escape Rooms Las Vegas
2797 S Maryland Pkwy
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Tricky puzzle rooms are best with groups. See if they've got a Groupon special.
There's several booths around town. Ticket prices for shows drop last minute.
Tix4Tonight- Showcase Mall
3791 S Las Vegas Blvd
There's several booths around town. Ticket prices for shows drop last minute.
Catch a UFC event, a concert or Golden Knights hockey.
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T-Mobile Arena
3780 Las Vegas Blvd S
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Catch a UFC event, a concert or Golden Knights hockey.
A great place to drop in if you're into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Cobra Kai Jiu Jitsu South
7060 W Sunset Rd
A great place to drop in if you're into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Cool petting zoo with unique animals.
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Bonnie Springs Ranch
16395 Bonnie Springs Rd
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Cool petting zoo with unique animals.
Catch the Raiders during football season or a big time concert at the stadium reminiscent of the Death Star.
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Allegiant Stadium Way
Allegiant Stadium Way
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Catch the Raiders during football season or a big time concert at the stadium reminiscent of the Death Star.

Parks & Nature

Great trail for walking or running. Equipment for an outdoor workout. Enjoy a picnic or hop in a soccer game.
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Mountains Edge Regional Park
8101 W Mountains Edge Pkwy
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Great trail for walking or running. Equipment for an outdoor workout. Enjoy a picnic or hop in a soccer game.
Hike up the mountain at the north end. Splash area to cool down.
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Exploration Peak Park
9275 S Buffalo Dr
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Hike up the mountain at the north end. Splash area to cool down.
For the serious hiker, there's over 25 trails. Also good for climbers and bikers.
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Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center
1000 Scenic Loop Dr
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For the serious hiker, there's over 25 trails. Also good for climbers and bikers.

Sightseeing

Experience downtown Vegas, complete with street artists and a zipline above the entire street.
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Fremont Street Experience
425 E Fremont St
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Experience downtown Vegas, complete with street artists and a zipline above the entire street.
Instrumental in the revitalization of downtown. Check out First Fridays if you're in town.
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Art District
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Instrumental in the revitalization of downtown. Check out First Fridays if you're in town.

Shopping

Outdoor mall where the locals go.
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Town Square Las Vegas
6605 S Las Vegas Blvd
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Outdoor mall where the locals go.
Mall on the strip. There's a Garrett's of Chicago Popcorn here! Go to Gordon Ramsay Burger next door at Planet Hollywood after shopping.
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The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
3708 Las Vegas Blvd S
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Mall on the strip. There's a Garrett's of Chicago Popcorn here! Go to Gordon Ramsay Burger next door at Planet Hollywood after shopping.

Getting Around

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7135 Gilespie St
7135 Gilespie Street
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This gets you around the strip if you're tired of walking. But why not walk? Experience Vegas and build up an appetite.
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Las Vegas Monorail
Las Vegas Monorail
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This gets you around the strip if you're tired of walking. But why not walk? Experience Vegas and build up an appetite.