Las Vegas might not, at first glance, seem like the best place to take your kids on a family holiday. With a nickname like ‘Sin City’ and a reputation for casinos and a vibrant nightlife, it’s no surprise that the majority of people feel that Las Vegas is much better as an adult-only destination. But, you may be surprised to discover that a visit to Las Vegas with the kids can be a huge lot of fun for all of the family. With many different tourist attractions both aimed at kids or suitable for children to do, there’s no reason why your Las Vegas family trip should be anything short of fun and enjoyable.
Hershey’s Chocolate
When visiting Las Vegas with little ones in tow, a visit to Hershey’s World of Chocolate on the Las Vegas strip is a definite must. At this 13,000 square foot flagship store, both you and your kids will be able to explore the fantastic range of Hershey’s products and gifts and learn more about your favorite chocolate company. With over 800 different products to choose from and some fantastic exclusives that you definitely won’t be able to find anywhere else, this West Coast flagship store is unsurprisingly one of the busiest tourist destinations in Las Vegas.
Whether you’re looking for delicious treats for yourselves or want to buy something special to take home to friends and family, Hershey’s World of Chocolate will definitely not disappoint. With loads of awesome and unique gift options to choose from, you can spend hours having fun and browsing this amazing one-of-a-kind store.
High-Roller Observation Wheel
Standing at 550 feet and offering a 360 degree view of Las Vegas and the surrounding areas, the High-Roller Observation Wheel is a fantastic experience for all ages that can’t be missed. Whether you take a ride on the Observation wheel at day or night, you’ll be met with astounding views that you’ll never forget. With pods that hold forty people at a time it’s a comfortable ride that you can do altogether as a family. Once in the pod, you’ll be able to snap some amazing photographs from every angle and walk around to make sure that you get the best views of the city.
If you’re travelling to Las Vegas with young children, you’ll be happy to know that kids under twelve get to ride the High-Roller free of charge, making it an affordable activity for all the family to take part in. On Saturdays, take advantage of the ticket office’s family friendly deal, which consists of tickets for all the family as well as toys and juice for your little ones.
Wet n’ Wild Las Vegas
A Summer trip to Las Vegas would certainly not be complete without a visit to one of the area’s well-renowned water parks. There’s definitely a huge choice of water parks to visit in the desert, but Wet n’ Wild is often known for being the most family friendly, with plenty to do available for all the family.
With a whole range of adult slides, rides designed for older kids and teens and plenty to keep little ones and toddlers entertained, Wet n’ Wild is the perfect destination for a whole day full of good old summer vacation fun.
GameWorks
If your kids are feeling annoyed that you’ve taken them on holiday and tore them away from their gaming consoles, a visit to GameWorks will definitely do more than simply console them. Well worth giving up your Xbox or PlayStation for a week or two, GameWorks Las Vegas is the perfect destination for families with teenagers, offering an entertainment center that spans 47,000 square feet with 250 games to choose from.
Let’s not forget the other activities available at this famous tourist destination, too – it’s home to the tallest free-standing rock climbing structure in the world and there’s a full-service restaurant as well as two snack bars available, offering something to keep everyone happy during your visit.
The Big Apple Rollercoaster
Last but not least, kids and adults alike will love taking a ride on the Big Apple, the first rollercoaster to feature a 180-degree twist and dive ‘heartline’ maneuver. Each year, the world-famous roller coaster provides over 1.4 million riders with thrills and excitement. Once you’ve taken your thrilling ride, have fun playing on some of the latest video and arcade games and explore some of the other fun attractions at the Big Apple Arcade.
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