About Las Vegas

Planning Your trip to MINExpo and Las Vegas!


(From left to right) The Las Vegas Strip at night, nearby Hoover Dam and Red Rock Canyon.

Las Vegas is a destination that has something to offer all visitors. Make sure to check out the Fountains of Bellagio, the Eiffel Tower, the Luxor Beam, the Stratosphere Tower, and a rollercoaster ride at NY, NY like none other. Widely known as the entertainment capital of the world; Las Vegas is filled with nightclubs and casinos which feature production shows, comedy revues, magic acts, superstar concert headliners and traveling Broadway performances. Las Vegas also is recognized as one of the world's great dining destinations, with a long list of renowned chefs and spectacular restaurants.

Not everything needs to be about the lights and excitement. There are amazing natural and outdoor attractions to visit while in Las Vegas. MINExpo has put together great tours to attractions in the Las Vegas area that you can take advantage of while at MINExpo. Here's a sampling: the Black River Canyon River Raft Adventure, the Photo Tour of Red Rock Canyon or the Hoover Dam Discovery Tour. There are a variety of Tours available.

A little advance planning will help you to enjoy your MINExpo Las Vegas trip. To start you should review this interactive map of Las Vegas. The map contains information on dining, shows and attractions, as well as information on the Las Vegas nightlife!

For those traveling to MINExpo by air, the McCarran Airport site contains useful ground transportation, flight and airport information.

The Weather

In September, the daily high temperatures in Las Vegas range from 72 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit (22 to 35 degrees Celsius).