Las Vegas is one of my favorite places in the world for photos. The Vegas Strip is nonstop visual overload - from the neon lights to ornate hotels and endless vibey restaurants and bars, as well as the nearby absolutely stunning nature, there is an endless amount of places to photograph - I've narrowed down the best ones (including details and prices) to create a cheat sheet for your next weekend in Sin City!
1. The Fountains of Bellagio
The Fountains of Bellagio, a spectacular water and light show set to music, is a quintessential Las Vegas experience. In the evening, the show goes off every 15 minutes. Capture the magic of the fountains with a photo from the nearby pedestrian bridge or go big and reserve a table on the patio at Lago, for the best view (and a really fantastic meal - it's a bit pricy, but worth it.)
Where To Stay Nearby: Bellagio - Stay at the Bellagio for its fountains, conservatory, and central Strip location.
What To Do Nearby: “O” by Cirque du Soleil at Bellagio - Follow your fountain photos with Bellagio’s water-based Cirque du Soleil show.
2. The Neon Museum
The Neon Museum is home to over 200 vintage neon signs, many of which date back to the mid-20th century. Wander through the outdoor exhibit and snap photos of the colorful and quirky signs. Check current admission and photography-session options before booking; a dedicated photo shoot requires the appropriate reservation. Or you can reserve the entire museum for a private event - we had our elopement here!
What To Do Nearby: Las Vegas night bus tour and Neon Museum - See the illuminated Strip and visit the Neon Museum on an evening outing departing from Treasure Island.
3. The Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas
The Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas is a half-scale replica of the iconic French landmark. You can take an elevator to the top for panoramic views of the Strip and the surrounding desert - with timed admission priced by the current ticket offer. But we found that some of the best views of both the tower and the Arc de Triomphe were actually right at the hotel's entrance at the Porte-cochère.
Where To Stay Nearby: Paris Las Vegas - Stay beneath the Eiffel Tower replica, with the Bellagio fountains across the Strip.
What To Do Nearby: Eiffel Tower viewing deck admission - Head up the tower at Paris Las Vegas for elevated views of the Strip and the Bellagio fountains.
4. The Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign
No visit to Las Vegas is complete without a photo at the iconic Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign. This landmark is located on the south end of the Strip and is one of the most well known stops in Las Vegas. There is no charge to take photos at the sign, but there are often Elvis impersonators or other locals offering a variety of services for tips. There's often a long line here, which you can avoid by going first thing in the morning.
What To Do Nearby: Michael Jackson ONE at Mandalay Bay - Head to nearby Mandalay Bay for Cirque du Soleil’s acrobatic tribute to Michael Jackson.
5. Seven Magic Mountains
Seven Magic Mountains is a stunning art installation located in the desert just outside of Las Vegas. The seven towering, brightly colored stacks of boulders have been a photo staple for years, and are still worth a stop - especially if you're driving in to Vegas. Entrance is free.
6. The Walkways above the Strip
It is true that The Las Vegas Strip is not nearly as walkable as it looks on a map - everything is much farther apart than meets the eye, but if you do choose to walk some of the strip (which you should), the walkways and pedestrian street crossings offer great views of the different hotels and landmarks, and can give you a great vantage point for photos.
Where To Stay Nearby: Bellagio - Stay at the Bellagio for its fountains, conservatory, and central Strip location.
What To Do Nearby: High Roller observation wheel admission - Swap the pedestrian bridges for a higher view of the Strip from the High Roller at the LINQ.
7. Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
Red Rock Canyon is a stunning natural wonder located just west of Las Vegas, around 30 minutes outside of the city. If you are looking for some great hikes in the area, this is one of the most beautiful and closest places to visit. Hike one of the many trails for breathtaking views of the red rock formations and desert landscape. Check the current vehicle fee and seasonal timed-entry reservation requirement for the scenic drive.
What To Do Nearby: Red Rock Canyon guided hike - Leave the Strip for a guided hike among Red Rock Canyon’s desert scenery, with pickup included in the listed tour.
8. The Venetian Canal Rides
The Venetian hotel and casino boasts a replica of the iconic canals of Venice, complete with gondolas and singing gondoliers. The exterior of the Venetian and the indoor mall with projection ceiling are some of my favorite places in all of Las Vegas - we have stayed at the Venetian 3 times now! Entrance to walk around is free, and gondola rides require a separate ticket at current rates.
Where To Stay Nearby: The Venetian Resort Las Vegas - Stay at the resort featured here for its canals, ornate interiors, and central Strip setting.
What To Do Nearby: Venetian gondola ride and Madame Tussauds - Combine an outdoor gondola ride at the Venetian with admission to Madame Tussauds.
9. Valley of Fire State Park
Valley of Fire State Park is a natural wonderland filled with stunning red rock formations and ancient petroglyphs. The park is most known for the famous road cutting through the red rocks, but we found so many more just otherworldly places hiking on just a couple of the many trails, and even a drive through the park gives you nonstop jaw-dropping views. Valley of Fire is about an hour's drive from Las Vegas, but it is well worth the day trip - just be careful in the summer, I gave myself a bit of heat stroke here (which I definitely don't recommend). Check current entry fees and seasonal trail closures before your visit.
10. The Luxor Hotel and Casino Sphinx
The Luxor Hotel and Casino is far from the nicest hotel in Las Vegas, but the iconic pyramid-shaped building and huge Sphinx are well worth a stop for a fun or kitschy photo stop - I love the way ours turned out.
One thing worth knowing before you go: the gaming floors themselves are a no-photography zone across the board, so keep the camera pointed at the lobbies, the ceilings, and the exteriors. If you're curious what's actually happening on those floors, a Vegas casino site will show you the same games without the security guard.
What To Do Nearby: Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition at Luxor - Step inside Luxor to see recovered Titanic artifacts and recreations of the ship’s interiors.
11. The Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
The Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, located in the lobby of the Bellagio Hotel, is a stunning indoor oasis filled with flowers, trees, and fountains - and really intricate, stunning installations that change every season. Entrance is free, and if you really want to take great photos here, try to go early in the morning or late at night. Spots like this are where your Instagram looks its best, dreamy, visually rich shots tend to attract real engagement and plenty of love on your feed. I come through here every single time we come to Las Vegas to see what the newest installation is!
Where To Stay Nearby: Bellagio - Stay at the Bellagio for its fountains, conservatory, and central Strip location.
12. Brunch at Sadelle's
Walk straight through the Bellagio's Botanical Gardens to Sadelle's, one of the cutest restaurants on the Las Vegas strip. Dress up in something extra-girly and pink for cute thematic photos (I love always dressing to the theme!), and make sure to request a booth to sit in when you make your reservation.
Where To Stay Nearby: Bellagio - Stay at the Bellagio for its fountains, conservatory, and central Strip location.
13. The Mayfair Supper Club
The Mayfair Supper Club is at the Bellagio on the Strip. This supper club is known for its vintage décor and classic cocktails, as well as live dinner theater burlesque shows. I loved the detail at the bar, as well as the peacock blue leather booths - especially with an on camera flash.
14. Trevi Fountain Replica at Caesars Palace
The Trevi Fountain is one of the most famous landmarks in Rome, but did you know that there's a lookalike right in Las Vegas? The Trevi Fountain replica can be found at the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, and it's the perfect spot for a photo - I really love an "around the world" series in Las Vegas for the camp alone. This stunning fountain features intricate details and stunning sculptures, and it's pretty easy to get a photo with it unobstructed.
Where To Stay Nearby: Caesars Palace - Stay at Caesars Palace for its Roman-inspired architecture and location in the center of the Strip.
What To Do Nearby: The Escape Game at the Forum Shops - Stay at Caesars Palace for a puzzle-solving escape-room experience inside the Forum Shops.
15. The Flamingo Hotel Entrance
The Flamingo Hotel is one of the most iconic hotels on the Las Vegas Strip, and its entrance is the perfect classic Vegas background, with its bright pink neon sign and lush greenery, the Flamingo entrance instantly reads VEGAS.
Where To Stay Nearby: Flamingo Las Vegas - Stay at the Flamingo for its classic neon entrance and convenient central Strip location.
What To Do Nearby: FLY LINQ Zipline ticket - Fly above the LINQ Promenade beside the Flamingo for a different perspective on the Strip.
16. The Venetian Hotel Second Floor Walkway
The Venetian Hotel is known for its stunning architecture and intricate details, and the second-floor walkway is one of my favorite spots on the strip. This walkway offers views of the Grand Canal and the gondolas below, as well as the beautiful frescoes and artwork that adorn the walls and ceilings. This is the perfect spot for a romantic photo - we shot our post wedding photos here!
Where To Stay Nearby: The Venetian Resort Las Vegas - Stay at the resort featured here for its canals, ornate interiors, and central Strip setting.
17. Toca Madera
Toca Madera is not only a great Mexican restaurant, it's one of the vibiest restaurants on the strip, with an incredible entryway, super photogenic dishes, and great booths. The vibrant colors, unique lighting fixtures, and eclectic furnishings make it a perfect spot for night-out snaps. Also - come here early for the happy hour at the bar, it's an AMAZING deal for Las Vegas.
Where To Stay Nearby: Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas - Stay at the hotel that houses SkyBar, close to the restaurants and architecture around CityCenter.
18. Skybar
SkyBar, located on the 23rd floor of the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas, is an elevated lounge with sweeping Strip views, with unparalleled views of the city's skyline. Its large windows provide a dramatic backdrop for drinks with a view.
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Where To Stay Nearby: Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas - Stay at the hotel that houses SkyBar, close to the restaurants and architecture around CityCenter.
What To Do Nearby: Flyover flying theatre experience - Walk to nearby Flyover for an indoor motion ride that takes you over dramatic landscapes on a wraparound screen.
