Las Vegas and kids don’t exactly sound like a natural match at first. Most people picture casinos, cocktails the size of a toddler, and adults making questionable decisions at 2 am. But if you scratch beneath the neon surface (and maybe don’t wander down the Strip with them at 2 am), you’ll find that Las Vegas with kids is actually packed with family-friendly fun.
From immersive museums and mind-bending art spaces to thrill rides, chocolate factories, and shows that genuinely entertain both kids and adults, Vegas can be a brilliant family city break or stop on a wider USA road trip through Nevada. Here are some of the best things to do in Las Vegas with kids that go way beyond the casinos.
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Things to do in Las Vegas with kids
The Neon Museum
The Neon Museum is like a glowing time capsule of old-school Vegas. Families can wander through the Neon Boneyard and see more than 250 vintage signs from classic hotels and casinos. It’s outdoors, so it feels more like an illuminated playground than a traditional museum.
It’s a great spot to talk older kids through some Vegas history and grab a few fun family photos among the giant signs. Just be mindful of the desert heat – the museum closes if temperatures get too extreme. So, if you’re visiting during the day, you’ll want hats, water and sensible shoes for everyone. Open from 2 pm until 10 pm daily, it’s best appreciated after dark to experience the lights.
Play Playground
If you’re visiting Las Vegas with teens, Play Playground is basically their dream hangout. It’s a giant, gamified playground full of oversized games, wild challenges and team zones that get everyone running, jumping, solving puzzles and competing for points and prizes.
The kids must be 13+ years old, and after 7 pm, only those over 21 can play. Expect lots of laughs, a bit of chaos, and possibly a very intense family competition.
Museum of Illusions
The Museum of Illusions is one big “wait… what?!” moment after another, in the best possible way. Families can step into upside-down rooms, walk through infinity mirrors, shrink or grow in size and pose for photos that completely mess with perspective. Kids love the hands-on feel and the chance to “break” what their brain thinks it’s seeing.
It’s both fun and surprisingly educational, with plenty of chances to talk about how our eyes and brains work. Younger kids will just enjoy the silliness; older ones will have a ball staging ridiculous photos for social media.
Fly LINQ Zipline
Fly LINQ gives you bragging rights as you zip 12 storeys above the LINQ Promenade, with the Strip glittering below. Riders take off from a 34-metre/114-foot launch tower and fly up to 56km/35mph in a seated harness. It’s fast, fun and definitely one for thrill-seekers.
There are weight and height limits, and younger riders must go with or be signed off by an adult. So make sure to check requirements before booking. If your kids are old enough and love adrenaline, this will likely be a highlight of their time in Las Vegas.
Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart
Omega Mart is hands-down one of the most mind-bending things to do in Las Vegas with kids. It looks like a quirky supermarket, but step inside, and you quickly fall down a rabbit hole of hidden doors, interdimensional portals and wildly creative art installations. Families can explore at their own pace, poking into surreal rooms, strange freezers and glowing corridors.
There’s a loose storyline and optional “mystery” you can follow if you want something more structured, but it’s also fun to simply wander and see where the weirdness takes you. Some areas can be intense for younger or sensory-sensitive kids, but Omega Mart is a Certified Autism Centre and staff are great at helping families navigate the space.
Discovery Children’s Museum
If you’re travelling with little ones, the Discovery Children’s Museum is an easy all-day win. Spread across three levels, it’s packed with hands-on exhibits covering science, art, imagination play, water play, and more. Kids can climb the multi-level Summit tower, get soaked (in a controlled way) in Water World, dress up and act on stage, build inventions, solve mysteries and explore a mini city.
It’s the kind of place where kids don’t even realise they’re learning because they’re having so much fun. There are dedicated areas for toddlers and younger kids, plus plenty to keep older primary-schoolers and even tweens busy.
Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay
Shark Reef Aquarium feels like stepping into an underwater temple in the middle of the desert. Families walk through tunnel tanks with sharks cruising overhead, see massive sea turtles, crocodiles, rays, piranhas and even a Komodo dragon. The setting is theatrical, but the experience is very family-friendly and well-paced for kids.
There are interactive elements like a touch pool, animal talks and a VR experience where older kids can virtually dive with whales and sharks. It’s a great break from the heat and chaos of the Strip, especially if your children are fascinated by marine life.
Adventuredome at Circus Circus
Adventuredome is an indoor theme park on Vegas levels of steroids – five acres of coasters, rides, games and attractions, all under one giant dome. There are thrill rides for teens, gentler rides for younger kids, mini golf, laser tag, bumper cars and carnival-style games. You could easily spend the better part of a day here, especially if you have a wide age spread.
Because it’s all indoors, Adventuredome is a great option in extreme heat or unexpected bad weather. Around Halloween, it transforms into Frightdome, which leans much more into scary territory and is better for older kids and teens.
High Roller Observation Wheel
The High Roller is officially an observation wheel, but to kids it’s a giant, slow-moving spaceship pod with the best views in town. At 167m/550-feet tall, it offers 360° views over the Strip, the valley and the surrounding desert and mountains. Each enclosed cabin is air-conditioned, roomy and takes about 30 minutes to complete a rotation.
It’s a gentle, non-scary way to show kids the scale of Las Vegas from above. Visit around sunset for maximum wow-factor or later at night to see the full neon glow.
Dig This
Dig This is basically a giant sandpit for the young and young at heart. After a safety briefing and some simple instructions over a headset, you climb into a real excavator or bulldozer and learn how to drive, dig, push and stack.
Kids eight and up can operate machinery (with a parent signing the waiver), and younger ones can still be involved in more limited experiences. It’s surprisingly satisfying and a brilliant choice if you’re travelling with construction-obsessed kids or tweens who’ve outgrown the usual “kiddie” attractions.
Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck (Paris Las Vegas)
For a quick “Paris without the jet lag” moment, head up the Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck at Paris Las Vegas. It’s about 50 storeys above the Strip, with open-air views over the Bellagio Fountains, the neon lights and the surrounding city.
It’s especially magical at night or when the fountains are putting on a show. Kids will love spotting landmarks they recognise from ground level, and parents might enjoy the excuse to sneak in something a bit more romantic while still staying firmly in family territory.
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition at the Luxor is a thoughtful, immersive way to step back into one of history’s most famous stories. The exhibition includes more than 250 real artifacts recovered from the wreck, plus full-scale recreations of spaces like the Grand Staircase and passenger cabins.
Kids with an interest in history will be fascinated, and the personal stories of passengers make it feel very human rather than just a display of objects. It’s quieter and more reflective than many Vegas attractions, so it’s a nice change of pace during a busy trip.
Springs Preserve
When you need a break from the bright lights, Springs Preserve is your nature-and-history reset button. Built on the site of the original Las Vegas springs, it’s a 180-acre cultural and environmental complex with museums, botanical gardens, trails, wildlife, a playground, train rides and more.
Kids can learn about desert animals, explore interactive exhibits on the Mojave, see a dramatic flash-flood demonstration, wander through cactus gardens and burn energy on the playground or bike trails. It’s one of the best places to show kids that there’s a lot more to Las Vegas than casinos and cocktails.
Family-friendly shows in Las Vegas
The Wizard of Oz at The Sphere
If your kids know the yellow brick road, this is a must. The classic Wizard of Oz film is reimagined inside the high-tech Las Vegas Sphere, with a gigantic screen, immersive sound and sensory effects like wind, scents and seat haptics.
It’s a brilliant way to introduce kids to an iconic film, but in a very 2020s way. Just be aware that younger or more sensitive children may find some scenes and effects intense.
Mat Franco Magic Show
Mat Franco’s show is a great option if you’re visiting Las Vegas with kids who love magic. He mixes big illusions with close-up style tricks, audience interaction and storytelling about how he fell in love with magic. No two shows are exactly the same, which keeps it feeling fresh.
The show is recommended for ages 5+, and it strikes a good balance between mind-blowing tricks and light-hearted fun that works for the whole family. Our kids talked about this for months afterwards.
Blue Man Group
Blue Man Group is basically sensory overload in the best, most family-friendly way. Expect loud percussion, paint, lights, comedy and plenty of audience interaction – all done by three silent, blue-faced performers.
Kids tend to love the weirdness of it, and it’s particularly good if you’re travelling with a mix of ages. Ear protection for little ears is a smart idea, and it’s worth prepping younger kids that it will be loud and energetic.
KÀ by Cirque du Soleil
KÀ is an epic, cinematic-style Cirque du Soleil show with a clear storyline of good vs evil, acrobatics, martial-arts-style fight scenes and mind-blowing staging. The moving stage – which can tilt, rotate and even go vertical – alone is enough to impress older kids and teens.
It’s recommended for ages 3+ but probably best appreciated by school-age children and up who can follow the story and cope with the louder, more dramatic moments. If you want to splurge on one big Vegas show for the family, this is a strong contender.
Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre
Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre is one for animal lovers and younger kids. The show combines classic circus-style tricks, physical comedy and story skits performed by a cast of rescued cats, dogs and other animals.
It’s cute, gentle and easy to follow, even for little ones, with a nice message about rescue animals and training.
BattleBots Destruct-A-Thon: Killer Robots Fighting
If your children are obsessed with robots, engineering or smashing things (so… most kids), BattleBots Destruct-A-Thon is a huge hit. It’s a live, family-friendly version of the TV show where real combat robots go head-to-head with spinning saws, flamethrowers and other wild weapons.
There’s no age restriction, but it is loud and runs for over an hour, so hearing protection is a good idea for kids. It’s a fun way to sneak in a bit of STEM inspiration disguised as pure robot carnage.
Gabby’s Dollhouse Live
For younger kids who adore the Netflix series, Gabby’s Dollhouse Live brings all their favourite characters to the stage. Expect puppets, sing-alongs, bright visuals and an easy-to-follow storyline about finding the missing colours with Gabby and her Gabby Cats.
It’s very much aimed at preschool and early primary ages, so manage expectations for older siblings accordingly. For little fans, though, this will be pure magic.
Chocolate & treat stops kids will love
Hershey’s Chocolate World
Over at New York-New York in Las Vegas, Hershey’s Chocolate World offers another sugar-loaded stop. The shop is spread across two levels and packed with more than 800 Hershey’s products, plus themed merchandise, novelty items and giant versions of classic treats.
It’s a fun place to grab gifts or let the kids choose a special treat, and you can easily combine it with a wander through the hotel’s “mini Manhattan” streetscape.
Ethel M Chocolate Factory & Botanical Cactus Garden
If you’re happy to venture a little off the Strip, Ethel M Chocolate Factory is a sweet (literally) side trip. Families can peer into the factory to see chocolates being made, enjoy a sample, then wander through the three-acre cactus garden next door.
It’s a nice breather from the intensity of the Strip and a good option if you’re combining Las Vegas with a wider Nevada road trip. During certain seasons, the garden is also beautifully lit up with lights, making it extra special for kids.
M&M’s World
M&M’s World is four floors of colourful chocolate chaos. Families can browse walls of M&M’s in every colour, pick up themed merch, personalise their own candies with names or messages, and watch a short 3D movie starring the M&M characters.
It’s free to enter, centrally located near the MGM Grand, and an easy win for a hot afternoon or a small reward after walking the Strip. Just be prepared for kids to want all the things.
Where to Stay in Las Vegas with Kids
The Venetian Resort
If you’re looking for a “wow” hotel that still works for families, The Venetian is a solid choice. The all-suite rooms mean more space for everyone, and the canals, gondolas and painted ceilings are a hit for families who feel like they’ve stepped into a movie set.
There are multiple pools, plenty of dining options, and you’re in a central spot on the Strip, making it easy to get to many of the attractions on this list.
The real winner here? Booking a room with views of the Las Vegas Sphere. Read our review >>here<<.
Las Vegas KOA Campground at Sam’s Town
For families travelling by RV or camping, the Las Vegas KOA Campground is a great alternative to a traditional hotel. You’ll find RV sites, cabins and camping-style facilities, often with family-friendly extras like pools, playgrounds and communal BBQ areas.
It’s an especially good choice if Las Vegas is just one stop on a bigger USA road trip and you want to keep costs down, cook some of your own meals and give the kids space to run around. We found the facilities here to be clean with a great on-site shop. It’s located around 22km/14-miles from The Strip, so while this does make for a more peaceful stay, you’ll need to drive yourself or fork out for a Taxi/Uber to experience it.
Las Vegas with kids isn’t about dragging them past slot machines and hoping for the best – it’s about leaning into the side of Vegas that’s creative, quirky, educational and fun. Between neon boneyards, underwater tunnels, battling robots, indoor theme parks, mind-bending art spaces and more chocolate than any family technically needs, this city can be an absolute winner with children of all ages.
Plan your days around a mix of high-energy attractions and lower-key museums or sweet stops, keep bedtime at least vaguely sensible (for the kids, anyway), and you’ll discover that Las Vegas can be just as memorable for families as it is for partygoers.
FAQ: Las Vegas with kids
Yes! Despite its reputation, Las Vegas has loads of family-friendly attractions, museums, shows and outdoor experiences. As long as you avoid the Strip late at night and choose age-appropriate activities, it’s a fantastic destination for families.
Vegas works for all ages, but school-aged kids and teens will get the most out of the attractions. There are plenty of great activities for younger children too, especially at the Discovery Children’s Museum, Springs Preserve and the chocolate attractions.
Parts of the Strip are kid-friendly during the day, but evenings can be loud, busy and occasionally inappropriate for children. Stick to daytime exploring or use taxis/ride shares at night.
Top picks include Discovery Children’s Museum, Springs Preserve, Shark Reef Aquarium, Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre, the High Roller, and M&M’s World.
Teens love Play Playground, Fly LINQ Zipline, Vegas Indoor Skydiving, Omega Mart, Dig This, Adventuredome and robot battles at BattleBots Destruct-A-Thon.
Yes! M&M’s World, Hershey’s Chocolate World, Ethel M Chocolate Factory & Cactus Garden (plus free samples), hotel lobbies and themed areas, Bellagio Conservatory and the Fountains of Bellagio show are all free to visit.
Many are! Family-friendly options include The Wizard of Oz at the Sphere, Blue Man Group, Mat Franco’s magic show, Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre, and Gabby’s Dollhouse Live. Always check age recommendations before booking.
Summer temperatures regularly exceed 40°C (104°F), so plan indoor attractions during the hottest hours, carry plenty of water and avoid walking long distances. Attractions like the Neon Museum may close during extreme heat.
A car is helpful – especially for visiting off-Strip attractions like Springs Preserve or Ethel M Chocolate Factory. On the Strip, walking, the monorail and rideshares work well.
The Venetian is a top choice for convenience, spacious suites and kid-friendly facilities. For a quieter, more budget-friendly base, Las Vegas KOA Campground offers RV and camping sites with family-friendly amenities.
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