20 THINGS TO DO IN LAS VEGAS WITH KIDS – From a Las Vegas Local
Looking for CURRENT list of family friendly activities that you can actually use? I have it here! As a mom of 4 and local teacher here in Las Vegas, I’m giving you the list that is for kids and by parents.
- Shark Reef
- McKee Ranch
- Gilcrease Orchard
- Lion Habitat
- Adventuredome
- Discovery Childrens Musuem
- Natural History Museum
- Springs Preserve
- Nevada State Museum
- Water Parks – Circus Circus,
- Cowabunga,
- Wet n Wild
- Tournament of Kings
- Jabawokiz
- Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix
- Pole Position
- Area 15
- Pinball Hall of Fame
- Golden Knights Ice Rink
- West Wind Drive In
- Las Vegas Outlet Mall
- Town Square
Bonus
Ethel M Cactus Gardens & Chocolate Factory
Bellagio Garden
Caesars Escape Rooms
Live Mermaids
20 THINGS TO DO IN LAS VEGAS WITH KIDS
For the animal lovers:
Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay Casino
The Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay is a public aquarium located at and owned by the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Its main tank is currently 1,300,000 US gallons, among the largest in North America.
Among the largest exhibits of its kind, The Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay homes more than 2,000 species of aquatic life such as sharks, exotic fish and more.
Pricing: Adult: $20.00 | Seniors (65+): $18.00 | Children (ages 5 – 12): $15.00 | Children (4 & under): Free
Add on the Undersea Explorer VR Experience for only $9.00 with Aquarium Admission!
McKee Ranch – Non-Profit & Family Ran
McKee Ranch is free and open to the public every day during daylight hours.
Children love to feed the animals crackers and carrots and play in the playgrounds. School groups are encouraged to bring the children to play and pony rides and hayrides are available.
McKee Ranch is a perfect place for birthday parties and of course, photo shoots!
If you around for a holiday, McKee Ranch also has their annual ranch fundraiser, Pumpkin Patch at the Ranch. For a donation you get a pony ride, bucket of carrots, and 1 pumpkin to take home. The McKee Ranch Pumpkin Patch is a family tradition going back 10 years in my family!
8982 Dean Martin Dr Las Vegas , NV 89139 FACEBOOK LINK for current information
Gilcrease Orchard in North Las Vegas
Gilcrease Orchard is located in the north end of Las Vegas and offers a unique and fun environment where people can come and pick their own produce. The orchard spans over 60 acres, with more than 6,000 apple, pear and peach trees. In the summer a variety of vegetables, including tomatoes, pumpkin, cucumber and squash are grown.
*Regular hours are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 7am to 10am but please check out website for the most current updates.
Lion Habitat – See the retired MGM lions and more!
Springs Preserve
20 THINGS TO DO IN LAS VEGAS WITH KIDS
Water Park Fun – don’t skimp on the sunscreen. No joke, you want to be able to play the next day!
- Water Parks – Circus Circus,
- Cowabunga
- Wet n Wild
- List of Splash Pads
20 THINGS TO DO IN LAS VEGAS WITH KIDS
- Tournament of Kings
- Jabawokiz
- Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix
- Pole Position
- Area 15
- Pinball Hall of Fame
- Golden Knights Ice Rink
- West Wind Drive In
- Las Vegas Outlet Mall
- Town Square
20 THINGS TO DO IN LAS VEGAS WITH KIDS
Museums that are fun and educational
- Discovery Children’s Museum
- Natural History Museum
- Springs Preserve
- Pinball Hall of Fame
20 THINGS TO DO IN LAS VEGAS WITH KIDS – Bonus List
Ethel M Cactus Gardens & Chocolate Factory – FREE
Bellagio Garden – FREE
Caesars Escape Rooms
Golden Knights Ice Rink
West Wind Drive In
Live Mermaids at the Silverton – FREE