Downtown Las Vegas | Fremont Street
Walking tours from $37 and child tickets for $15
Choose an all-ages daytime history tour or the 21-and-older Fremont After Dark tour.
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Discover the Stories Behind Fremont Street
Las Vegas Walking Tours explores the history, casinos, neon signs, attractions, and revitalized neighborhoods of Downtown Las Vegas.
Compare historic photographs with the buildings and entertainment districts seen today. Guides explain how Fremont Street grew into Glitter Gulch, how the Fremont Street Experience changed Downtown, and how Fremont East became a center for dining, nightlife, shopping, and entertainment.
Each guest receives a wireless ear monitor with separate volume control. This makes the guide easier to hear over casino music, street performers, and Fremont Street crowds.
Both tours last approximately two hours. Browse more guided experiences in the Las Vegas tours and attractions directory.
Downtown Las Vegas–Fremont Street Past to Present
Ages 4+ | Two Hours | Approximately 0.75 Mile
- General Admission, Ages 11+: $37
- Children, Ages 4–10: $15
- Sunday: No tour
- Monday: Select Mondays at 11:00 a.m.
- Tuesday–Thursday: 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
- Friday–Saturday: 11:00 a.m.
Walk from the earliest days of Las Vegas into the modern Fremont East district. The guide uses photographs, architecture, casino landmarks, and local stories to show how Downtown changed over time.
Tour Highlights
- The former Union Station site where the Las Vegas townsite began
- Fremont Street Experience and its video canopy
- Historic casinos, hotels, neon signs, and architecture
- Vegas Vic and other classic Downtown characters
- Fremont East and Downtown Container Park
- El Cortez and other longstanding casino properties
- Historic photographs and preserved neon artifacts
Fremont After Dark–The Glitter Gulch Tour
Ages 21+ | Two Hours | Approximately One Mile
- Admission: $37
- Tour Days: Tuesday and Thursday
- Tour Time: 7:00 p.m.
- Minimum Age: 21
- Identification: Valid government-issued photo ID required
See Fremont Street after dark as its casino lights, vintage neon, street performers, music, and video canopy bring Glitter Gulch to life.
The guide combines Downtown history with the active nighttime atmosphere. The route continues through Fremont East and generally concludes at Downtown Container Park.
Tour Highlights
- The former Union Station site
- Fremont Street’s illuminated video canopy
- Vintage casino signs and neon characters
- Live entertainment and street performers
- Golden Nugget attractions
- Fremont East and El Cortez
- Downtown Container Park and its fire-breathing mantis
This is a historical sightseeing tour, not a pub crawl. Food and drinks may be purchased along the route, but the group continues on schedule.
What the Walking Tours Include
- Approximately two hours with a professional local guide
- Personal wireless ear monitor with volume control
- Historic photographs of Downtown Las Vegas
- Stories about Fremont Street, casinos, neon, and redevelopment
- Local dining and attraction recommendations
- Available offers from participating Downtown businesses
Not included: Food, drinks, transportation, parking, gratuities, attraction admission, and optional checkout extras.
Optional Day-Tour Add-Ons
Mob Museum Ticket Voucher
- Save $10 per person on general admission for guests ages 18 and older
- Select the museum option during checkout
- The voucher provides museum admission after the walking tour
- The walking-tour guide does not conduct a tour inside the museum
Pawn Stop Extra
- Adds approximately 30 minutes
- Adds approximately 0.7 mile
- Continues past historic chapels and city buildings
- Concludes near Gold & Silver Pawn
Entry into Gold & Silver Pawn is not guaranteed. Filming, private events, security procedures, or admission lines may affect access.
Meeting Point and Tour Planning
- General Meeting Address: 1 South Main Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101 (Map It).
- Exact Meeting Point: Follow the check-in instructions sent after purchase.
- Reservations: Advance reservations are required.
- Tour Length: Approximately two hours.
- Ending Point: Standard tours generally end near Downtown Container Park rather than returning to the starting point.
- Pawn Stop Extra: The extended route ends near Gold & Silver Pawn.
- Parking: Downtown casino and public-garage parking may require payment. Review the Las Vegas parking fees guide.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing suited to the weather. Bring water and sun protection for the daytime tour. Night-tour guests must carry valid government-issued photo identification.
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Las Vegas Walking Tours FAQ
What is the difference between the two tours?
The daytime tour focuses on Downtown history and welcomes guests age four and older. Fremont After Dark covers the illuminated nighttime atmosphere and is limited to guests age 21 and older.
How far do guests walk?
The daytime route covers approximately 0.75 mile. Fremont After Dark covers about one mile. The Pawn Stop extra adds approximately 0.7 mile.
Do the tours return to the starting point?
No. Standard tours generally end near Downtown Container Park. The Pawn Stop extension ends near Gold & Silver Pawn.
Can guests hear the guide on busy Fremont Street?
Each guest receives a personal wireless ear monitor with separate volume control.
Choose a daytime history tour or explore Glitter Gulch after dark.
