Las Vegas one of America's premier entertainment hot spots, and the Christmas period is no exception. In true Vegas style, the festive season is big and brassy with magnificent decorations adorning the hotels, stores, Strip, and casinos. There's an array of family-friendly activities to enjoy and numerous locations to enjoy your Christmas Day meal making Vegas a must-visit, if somewhat alternative, festive treat for all.
Aside from family, food is possibly the most important facet of any Christmas Day celebration. When you're in Las Vegas, there's no shortage of fabulous places to dine on festive favorites. From the impressive hotels which line the Strip to Mediterranean delights such as Scarpetta, the choice in cuisine is plentiful and sure to please the whole family.
1. Las Vegas Hotels
Hotels in Vegas are iconic and offer much more than simply a place to sleep. All the famed hotels, such as the Bellagio and Caesars Palace, have numerous restaurants and serve up lavish Christmas dinners where you can enjoy enormous plates of delectable food in sumptuous surroundings.
2. Cleo
This stylish Mediterranean restaurant offers a stunning menu of traditional food with elegant twists. Roast Sonoma lamb is the highlight of the main courses, and the sticky toffee pudding for dessert is bound to be a favorite with all the family. The set menus keep things simple and the surroundings and service is exemplary.
3. Scarpetta
This five-course feast is a delightful indulgence of festive favorites. Confit turkey, squash soup, and short ribs are all available at Scarpetta on the traditional but refined menu which was designed by famous head chef Scott Conant.
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Best Holiday Attractions in Las Vegas
When you book Las Vegas hotels for Christmas you'll be spoiled for choice when it comes to the fantastic array of attractions the city has to offer over the festive period. Head to the magical forest at Opportunity Village or explore the fields of cacti festooned with fairy lights at the Chocolate Factory.
1. Ethel M Chocolates Factory
Snow and cold weather are notably absent from any Las Vegas Christmas but the Ethel M Chocolate Factory puts a Nevada twist on the holidays. Their 300 species of cacti are decked in half a million fairy lights and Santa even visits on the weekends when local choirs also perform a selection of festive carols.
2. Cowboy Christmas
This annual event has been running for more than 30 years and takes rodeo events to the next level. Held at the Vegas convention center, visitors can explore the hundreds of vendors selling everything from hats to saddles, and enjoy some festive cheer in the process.
3. The Nutcracker
Each season the Nevada Ballet stages a version of this timeless classic. Staged at the beautiful Reynolds Hall, the full orchestra, mesmerizing dancers, and entire production capture the imagination of young and old alike for the ultimate Christmas-themed experience.
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Things to Do With Your Family During Christmas Vacation in Las Vegas
Las Vegas vacation rentals for Christmas are the perfect opportunity to spend time with your nearest and dearest, and Vegas has a plethora of festive family attractions to enjoy. Catch a Christmas show at one of the many theaters in town, or visit Santa at one of the hotels along the famous Las Vegas Strip.
1. Las Vegas Great Santa Run
Each Christmas, 9,000 Santas take to the streets of Las Vegas to take part in a 5km run for a local charity. Even if you don't want to take part in the race, the spectacle is great fun for all the family. Your Santa costume is included if you register for the race and all you have to do is raise a few dollars for charity.
2. The Fountains of Bellagio
The Bellagio Fountains are one of Vegas's top attractions, but during the festive season the dancing water is set to tunes such as 'O Holy Night' and 'It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas.' It's the ultimate fusion of holiday spirit and the Strip – and a must-see for all the family when you book Las Vegas hotels for Christmas.
3. Ice Skating at The Cosmopolitan
Each year the Cosmopolitan Hotel transforms its fourth floor pool into an ice skating rink with the help of a mighty ice making machine. Flurries of fake snow complete the festive experience and there are delicious snacks and alcoholic drinks available for adults.
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On average, you can get a great vacation home from $252 and get discounts up to 33%!
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