There are few cities more famous than Las Vegas. The City of Sin has its place firmly etched in pop culture lexicon and has led people to fly in across the country just to spend a weekend in its never-resting glow. While most people associate the resort city with lavish casinos, there is much more to the desert location and there is plenty to do besides gambling.

Once you've had your fill of all the glitz and glamor, Las Vegas offers plenty of ways to unwind including the beautiful Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens as well as the Las Vegas Natural History Museum, which provides a unique look at what Vegas was before it became the mover and shaker you visit today. The summers are extremely hot in this desert oasis, but the rest of the year (November to March) is generally mild.

Sports in Las Vegas

Las Vegas gained their first major league sport in 2016, the Vegas Golden Knights are the newest team in the NHL. They will begin playing games at the T-Mobile arena in 2017. Las Vegas is also home to the minor league baseball team, the Las Vegas 51s, and the University of Nevada Las Vegas Rebels’ football and basketball teams. Vegas also hosts numerous Boxing and MMA matches for those who are looking to catch an exciting fight in person.

Concerts in Las Vegas

Of course, it just wouldn't be a trip to Vegas without taking in a show or two. The city has some of the most luxurious venues in the world, which have hosted a veritable who's who of stars. The MGM Grand Garden Arena has hosted a large number of huge concerts from Jimmy Buffett to Billy Joel to Cher. Another concert attraction for Las Vegas is The Axis at Planet Hollywood which is currently hosting top artists Britney Spears, Lionel Richie and Jennifer Lopez, who are alternating year-round.

Spring in Las Vegas

A trip to Vegas wouldn't be complete without going down the famous Las Vegas Strip. Lined with opulent buildings, this iconic stretch of road has plenty to offer in terms of entertainment and perfect weather to walk the strip. Caesars Palace offers a permanent show from Canadian crooner Celine Dion, which features about 70 yearly performances from the singer at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. The famous venue also has shows from Elton John, Mariah Carey and Rod Stewart.

The Colosseum at Caesars Palace

Address: Caeasars Palace, 3570 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109

The Colosseum at Caesars Palace is the home of the top performers and shows.

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Summer in Las Vegas

The summer months are extremely hot and reach 100 degrees, many hotels in the heart of Las Vegas open their pools for some of the most exciting parties. Additionally, the city has hosted its home to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, which is the venue for the NASCAR's annual Sprint Cup Series and Xfinity Series for stock car racing during August and September.

Las Vegas Motor Speedway

Address: 7000 N Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89115

Top venue for NASCAR racing in Las Vegas.

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Fall in Las Vegas

The UNLV Rebels basketball team gets up and running at the Thomas and Mack Center in the fall and into the winter. The Rebels games are the most exciting when they play rival teams: Nevada Wolf Pack and SDSU Aztecs. The Thomas and Mack Center also hosts boxing and WWE events in the fall with heavy hitters like Manny Pacquiao, who always brings a lot of attention.

Thomas and Mack Center

Address: 4505 S Marland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89154

The Thomas and Mack Center is home to the UNLV Rebels Basketball team and the National Finals Rodeo, and holds 18,000 fans.

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Winter in Las Vegas

The city is also home to a relatively long-running post-season college game, the Las Vegas Bowl. This game has been played at Sam Boyd Stadium since the early '90s and attracts some of the biggest teams in the NCAA including BYU, California and Arizona.

Sam Boyd Stadium

Address: 7000 E Russell Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89122

Sam Boyd Stadium is the home of the Las Vegas Bowl and the UNLV Rebels football team.

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