Discover the rich history and vibrant present of Downtown Las Vegas on a walking tour of Fremont Street. Explore the origins of Las Vegas, witness its transformation over the years, and immerse yourself in the art and culture of the East Fremont District.
Discover the rich history and vibrant present of Downtown Las Vegas on a walking tour of Fremont Street. Explore the origins of Las Vegas, witness its transformation over the years, and immerse yourself in the art and culture of the East Fremont District.
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Casino at the Plaza Hotel - Gather at The Plaza Hotel & Casino -
Begin your adventure at the historic Plaza Hotel & Casino, the birthplace of Las Vegas in 1905. Here, the guide will share insights into the city’s origins as a modest railroad town and its transformation into the renowned hub of entertainment and gaming. - **Fremont Street…
- Casino at the Plaza Hotel - Gather at The Plaza Hotel & Casino -
Begin your adventure at the historic Plaza Hotel & Casino, the birthplace of Las Vegas in 1905. Here, the guide will share insights into the city’s origins as a modest railroad town and its transformation into the renowned hub of entertainment and gaming.
- Fremont Street Experience - The Authentic Fremont Street Experience -
Enter the vibrant Fremont Street Experience, a five-block pedestrian area topped by Viva Vision—the largest video screen globally. Stretching 1,500 feet and elevated above, this LED canopy offers breathtaking light shows visible day and night, encapsulating the dynamic spirit of modern Vegas.
- Fremont East District - Iconic Casino Landmarks -
As you stroll down Fremont, the guide will take you through some of the area’s most legendary casinos. You’ll encounter a shark aquarium within a swimming pool, the largest golden nugget, famous Mob and Rat Pack venues, Vegas’s first telephone, a $1 million cash display, the largest sports-book, vintage coin-operated gaming machines, and the neon-lit allure of classic Las Vegas. Each stop unveils captivating tales from the city’s history—Mob connections, celebrity stories, and the development of the Vegas Strip.
- Casino at the El Cortez Hotel - Fremont East District -
Moving beyond the canopy, explore the culturally vibrant Fremont East District, beginning with a visit to El Cortez Hotel & Casino—the oldest continuously operating casino in Las Vegas. Once owned by Mobster Bugsy Siegel, this landmark is rich in vintage Vegas history. The guide will narrate stories of Mob influence, classic glamour, and the heritage that secured El Cortez a spot on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Downtown Container Park - Downtown Container Park -
The tour concludes at Downtown Container Park, a 20,000-square-foot open-air complex crafted entirely from repurposed shipping containers. This creative hub of shops, dining, and art installations is the highlight of East Fremont’s revitalization—a perfect spot to further explore local Vegas culture.
From its past to its present, this engaging walking tour provides a deeper understanding of the city that built an empire of lights, legends, and fortune.

- Tour guidance by a knowledgeable local expert
- Tour guidance by a knowledgeable local expert
- Tips for your guide
- Tips for your guide
Explore the essence of Las Vegas with our Fremont Street walking tour, tracing its origins back to 1905. Travel through more than a hundred years of history, from its beginnings as a dusty desert railroad town to the glamorous Mob era. Enjoy the lively mix of past and present as a guide takes you from the renowned Fremont Street Experience, home to the…
Explore the essence of Las Vegas with our Fremont Street walking tour, tracing its origins back to 1905. Travel through more than a hundred years of history, from its beginnings as a dusty desert railroad town to the glamorous Mob era. Enjoy the lively mix of past and present as a guide takes you from the renowned Fremont Street Experience, home to the world’s largest video screen, Viva Vision, to the innovative public art and revitalization efforts in the East Fremont District. Observe how Las Vegas’s rich history harmoniously merges with its daring, contemporary spirit.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.