If you’re worried that getting around Vegas may add aggravation to your holiday, you shouldn’t be. A wide variety of transport options makes it possible to move around the city with ease.
From the Airport
Your flight has finally arrived and you are anxious to reach your hotel. Adventure waits! There are several ways to get out of the terminal and into the casino or relaxing at poolside.
Hotel Shuttle
Many of the larger resorts operate low-cost shuttles from the airport to the doors of the hotel. Fares generally run less than $10 per person and the shuttle can accommodate your luggage. Inquire at your hotel about schedules before you arrive.
CAT Bus
If your luggage is limited to a carry-on and you don’t mind a few delays, the Citizens Area Transit bus can ferry you directly from the airport to the Downtown hotels for a few dollars fare.
Taxi Cab
If you choose to take a taxi to your hotel, be sure to tell your driver to take the Swenson Avenue route rather than the airport tunnel. The airport tunnel seems shorter, but it will actually add miles to your trip and money to the meter. Fares begin around $2.65 and increase approximately $3.00 per mile thereafter.
Limousine
Arrive at your hotel in style with one of the many limousine services that carry new arrivals to the Strip. Share with a group of other guests to cut costs to as low as $10.00 per person.
Car Hire
Driving in Las Vegas can be difficult, especially for first-time visitors. If you decide to hire a car, fees begin around $30 per day for economy models and most of the resorts on the Strip offer valet parking.
Around Town
After you’ve checked into your hotel you’ll be ready to check out the Strip. If you’ve decided not to hire a car it doesn’t mean you’ll be stuck in one place. Options for getting around Vegas abound.
On Foot
Walking the Strip, especially at night, is an experience not to be missed. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and carry drinking water along, especially during the hotter months. Use the elevated skyways for safety when crossing the Strip.
Monorail
The air conditioned Las Vegas monorail runs the four-mile length of the Strip from the Sahara at one end to the MGM Grand at the other in as little as 14 minutes. The monorail operates from 7am until 2am daily. Ticket prices vary.
Catch the Bus or Tram
A one-way trip down the Strip on the double-decker CAT bus costs only a few dollars. Buses run 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Free tramways connect a few of the major hotels including Treasure Island and the Mirage and the Mandalay Bay, Luxor and Excalibur.
Taxi
If you’ve been wandering the Strip and you’re worn-out or you’re just ready to reach your next destination, take a taxi. Go to a hotel entrance to catch a cab quickly and safely. Las Vegas police discourage taxi drivers from stopping directly on the Strip.
With a wide variety of transport options available, getting around Vegas is simple, affordable, safe and stress-free.
