Vegas–Free Attractions

      Most of the big casinos along the strip have some type of free attraction to entice you inside. Some of them aren’t worth going out of your way to see but if you’re cruising along the strip you should at least stop in at all of the different casinos just to check out the décor of each of them.

 MGM Grand    Lion Habitat– a large glass enclosed cage with a glass tunnel that you can roll through. The lions sleep most of the day. Accessible. CBS Television City Research Center – watch a TV pilot and rate it. Years ago participants received a voucher for $10.00 to use at the CBS store. Now all you get are a few buy-one-get-one coupons. The previewing rooms may be a little tight for large wheelchairs or scooters to maneuver around in.

 Bellagio      Fountains choreographed to music with shows throughout the day starting at 3:00 weekdays , 12:00 weekends. Easy viewing from the street. Conservatory  garden inside the casino with a theme that changes five times a year. Accessible. Dale Chihuly glass chandelier in the lobby.

 Mirage      Volcano erupts every hour on the hour-dusk to midnight.  Easy viewing from sidewalk. Huge aquarium behind front desk.

Flamingo   Outdoor garden with paths winding past waterfalls and ponds. Flamingos, ducks , turtles and koi. Accessible

Venetian    Venetian street shopping area alongside canals with gondolas ( $ for rides. I don’t think they’re accessible) Old world masterpieces painted on the ceilings –second floor.

Treasure Island   Pirate show.  Four shows daily starting at dusk in front of the casino. There’s a viewing area for wheelchairs but get there early because the shows are popular and it gets crowded.