When it comes to free late night options, Las Vegas has plenty to offer – Las Vegas Magazine

They say that nothing in life is free. They may be right in the abstract, but when they’re in Las Vegas, they may find that there are things they can do for free – at no extra cost. A whole mission to do it all for free can actually be accomplished with a pilgrimage to the “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign at the southern tip of the Strip.

The sign was designed by Betty Willis for the Western Neon Company (which was eventually purchased by YESCO) to resemble a vintage silver dollar keychain that read “WELCOME.” By the 1970s, it had become commonplace for tourists to take souvenir photos. Now there are driveways and parking lots, as well as a Regional Transportation Commission bus service. Early morning is the optimal time for selfies.

Early morning is also a good time for the Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, as the earth turns toward the sun and light begins to shine through the glass ceiling of the greenhouse. Lighting and shadow effects create different effects throughout the day (and night) in the 14,000-square-foot space, where installations change depending on the season. Designer Ed Libby and the Conservatory team chose an enchanted forest theme for fall, with oversized pumpkins and woodland creature statues providing unparalleled photo opportunities.

The RTC transit line extends to the Fremont Street Experience, downtown Las Vegas’ storied playground, where bands perform free concerts on outdoor stages and state-of-the-art Viva Vision light shows take place nightly under the canopy. Pedestrians are free to walk around with open containers, but are not free to violate city ordinances. Celebrate responsibly.

It’s also free to tour the casinos on Fremont Street, from the new Circa Resort & Casino for kids to the old-fashioned Golden Gate, where memorabilia including a 1907 model telephone (telephone number? 1!) and original hotel books are kept renovated lobby. International design firm Gensler reimagined the property by applying contemporary concepts in lighting, technology and design to its Art Deco personality. The hotel opened in 1906 and offers a priceless opportunity to immerse yourself in Las Vegas history.

Resorts World Las Vegas has made history in technology and integrated design, with space divided into multiple hotel units. They also display art, so it’s worth taking the time to take a tour.

Luxury hotelier Crockfords has the most dazzling and elegant collection. In its lobby, works such as “Louis Vuitton Doberman” by Herb Williams and “Samurai Cat” by Hiro Ando take center stage. The collection’s prints, paintings, sculptures and digital works are comprehensively cataloged at rwlasvegas.com.

For a complete art experience, there’s nothing like AREA15 in Las Vegas. From the red dog statues standing guard at the entrance to Art Island’s macro outdoor installations to the illuminated concepts inside, AREA15 is a universe of expression and serenity, curated for the eternally curious. Art Island’s permanent outdoor gallery undergoes occasional renovations. Recent additions include works by artists Kristen Berg and Davis McCarthy, available for purchase or casual viewing.

Some things in life are free, regardless of what they say.

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