14 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Las Vegas

Price: Free

Since its debut in 1959, the Welcome to Las Vegas sign has become an iconic symbol of this vibrant city. Visiting this landmark spot and posing for a photo costs nothing at all and is one more thing you can check off your bucket list.

Price: $18 for adults (kids ride free)

At 550 feet tall, the High Roller is currently the tallest Ferris wheel in the world. It takes a whopping 30 minutes for the wheel to complete one full rotation, giving you plenty of time to see the strip from above, all lit up. It's truly a sight to be seen!

Tip: Be sure to purchase your tickets online and in advance, as they cost more in-person.

Price: $3.99

Since 1959, Du-Par's restaurant in the iconic Golden Gate Hotel & Casino has been serving their infamous shrimp cocktails with secret cocktail sauce and fresh lemon on the side. Way back when, you could get them for a mind-boggling 99 cents. Today, the price is $3.99, which we still think is a real bargain.

Price: Free

Every single day of the week, the Bellagio treats its guests to a visual show comprised of 1,200 fountains "dancing" to the beat of some of the best known artists on the planet. With fountains reaching 460 feet high and 1,000 feet wide, and past artists like Andrea Bocelli and DJ Tiesto, this is one show you won't want to miss.

Price: $16

Located right outside of New York-New York Hotel & Casino, Shake Shack offers a gourmet spin on fast-food classics like hamburgers and frozen custard (known here as a “concrete”). While most people go for the ShackBurger, we suggest trying the 'Shroom Burger, which comes topped with a crispy-fried Portobello mushroom filled with melted muenster and cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and their mouthwatering ShackSauce. For less than $16 altogether, you can get a 'Shroom burger, fries, drink and a concrete for dessert.

Price: $7 per vehicle

Seventeen miles west of the strip is Red Rock Canyon, a natural wonder featuring breathtaking 3,000-foot-tall red rock formations. Visitors can enjoy a 13-mile scenic drive or choose from one of 19 hiking trails if they want to see unique wildlife and vegetation up-close. We suggest the latter if you're trying to burn off that Shake Shack burger!

Price: $40-95

If you truly want to save cash, then forget about catching some Z's on the strip. Located off the strip in the historic downtown area, you can get a comfortable and surprisingly large room for as little as $40 per night, depending on what day of the week it is. Staying at El Cortez will not only save you money, but also provide you with an authentic Vegas experience - one that the locals would approve of.

Price: Free

Surrounding the El Cortez Hotel are a number of colourful and thought-provoking murals, all created by established and up-and-coming artists from all over the world. The 'Life is Beautiful' project was introduced to invigorate the downtown Las Vegas landscape and has already produced hundreds of pieces of art so far.

Price: $20 before 6:00 p.m.

To complete your tour of Vegas' downtown area, take a ride on the 12-storey Slotzilla zip line. You'll glide 850 feet across the famed Fremont Street, above dozens of pedestrians who will look up and cheer you on. This is another one to check off your bucket list!

Price: $5 per cheese slice (50¢ per additional topping)

While this pizzeria located in the posh Cosmopolitan Hotel may be hard to find (it’s purposefully hidden at the end of a long, vaulted corridor with zero signage), it’s well worth the hunt. Secret Pizza serves up New York-style pizza for as little as $5 a slice, along with entire pies for $26. Be sure to arrive early though as club-goers have caught on to the hush-hush spot and line-ups are known to get particularly long around 2 AM.

Price: Free

Attention all green thumbs! If want to see beautiful art, made entirely of thousands of flowers and plants, then head to the Bellagio and set your eyes on their floral extravaganza. The live masterpiece changes five times a year and is inspired by the current season, hence the cute scarecrows currently on display right now.

Price: $30 per hour (up to six people)

To play at this high-tech driving range, golfers hit balls and score points depending on how accurate and far their shot goes. There's a bar and restaurant too, so players can sip on cocktails and snack as they wait for their turn to swing. Despite how lavish and popular this golfing attraction is, it's relatively cheap when split amongst friends.

Price: Free

Always wanted to see a Cirque show but can't afford the hefty price tag? Well lucky for you, now's your chance. Guests of all ages can head to Treasure Island Hotel & Casino every Saturday and Sunday to watch some of the world’s best acrobatic performers rehearse for their evening show. In addition to a behind-the-scenes look at Mystère, guests will also receive a voucher to receive two tickets to that evening's performance for just $99.

Price: $20 (Sunday-Thursday) + $5 shoe rental

Brooklyn Bowl is not your average bowling alley. The swanky two-storey venue is decked out with large leather couches, big HD screens, and more than 30 hardwood lanes. It's also home to a concert venue and renowned restaurant, so you can listen to live music and eat gourmet comfort food as you wait for your turn to roll around.