While the casinos, night clubs, shops and showgirls of Las Vegas are its most popular tourist attractions, there are other sights worth seeing. With something for everyone, from the daredevil to the animal lover in your group, local off-the-strip hot spots are Vegas attractions visitors rarely consider when making vacation plans to the legendary Sin City.
Thrillseekers Unlimited offers adrenaline-enriched packages such as their "5 Day Stunt Experience." From an evening of firing heavy weapons on their weapons range to bungee jumping, all in a safe environment, Thrillseekers Unlimited offers participants an encounter to remember. Group rates are available.
Thrillseekers Unlimited
3172 North Rainbow Blvd.
Suite #321
Las Vegas, NV 89108
866-4 X-STUNTS
thrillseekersunlimited.com
Situated just 15 miles away from the Las Vegas Strip, the Southern Nevada Zoological and Botanical Park features an educational facility that gives participants a behind-the-scenes glance at Zoo life.
As part of the local school district's authorized activity list since 1983, this zoo is open year-round, and houses 150+ species of plants and animals. Group discounts are available.
Southern Nevada Zoological and Botanical Park
1775 N Rancho Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89106
702-647-4685
lasvegaszoo.com
Every Wednesday night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sunrise Coffee Co. hosts open mic nights. The cafe is five miles away from the Las Vegas Strip and features organic fare, freshly ground coffee and free WiFi. If you enjoy writing poetry, or being entertained by others who write, drop in. Storytellers, musicians, comedians and other talented individuals are also encouraged to participate.
Sunrise Coffee Co.
3130 E. Sunset Rd. Ste. A
Las Vegas, NV 89120
702-433-3304
sunrisecoffeelv.com
If you are craving confections, Ethel M Chocolate Factory is a must-visit, even if your sweet tooth has dietary restrictions (e.g. sugar free or kosher).
Less than seven miles from the Las Vegas Strip, Ethel M Chocolate Factory features a free self-guided factory tour and offers chocolate factory tours depending on machinery operation hours (which may vary based on business needs and holidays, according to the Ethel M Chocolate Factory website).
This confectioner's creations are also available for purchase at the factory store, in any one of their Las Vegas stores, or online.
Ethel M Chocolate (Factory Store)
2 Cactus Garden Drive
Henderson, NV 89014
888-627-0990
