1. National Atomic Testing Museum
Do you want to know more about America s nuclear power? Then you ve come to the right place. Although international treaties prohibit nuclear testing in Nevada, weapons are still maintained, and you can actually get a free tour of the area if you make your reservation in time.
2. Tour a Gold Mine
If you re willing to drive over an hour outside Vegas, then you should visit a little town called Boulder City.
It s like taking a journey in time where you will see cute vintage cars, an old West gas station, and wooden cabins. Several movies and music videos have been filmed at the gold mine, and it is still a popular place to take fun photos.
3. Pinball Hall of Fame
The Pinball Hall of Fame might be old and run down, but it is still a part of Vegas history and a great place to take your kids. Basically it is cheap fun with hundreds of vintage and new games you can play, and most importantly, all the money you spend goes to charity.
4. Heart Attack Grill
Believe it or not, at Freemont Street s Heart attack Grill you can eat for free if you weigh 365 pounds or more. To make things even stranger, there s a drag queen-themed bowling alley/bar and a Denny s with a wedding chapel next door. It s actually a really cool spot.
5. Camp Near Area 51
Actually, this is nowhere near Vegas, but if you re the adventurous type, what can be better than alien hunting in Area 51? Pitch a tent, sleep under the stars, and look for UFOs. In the morning, visit the Lil Ale Inn for breakfast.
6. Blinking man
Well, this is basically like Burning Man on a bicycle. Put several lights on your bike, find a whacky costume, and join several hundred people for a ride through downtown Las Vegas.
Blinking Man is absolutely random, fun, and totally free.
7. Drink a Scorpion
No, this isn t fake. You can experience this unique drink called the Scorpion Shot at any Nacho Daddy location, whether you re on the Strip, downtown, or in Summerlin. It includes their in-house brand Nacho Daddy Patron Anejo along with a pickled scorpion, salt, and a lime wedge. So, if you re brave enough to try this, it will always be a good story to tell your family and friends.
