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From festive seasonal activities to fun indoor attractions, you’ll find no shortage of things to do on and off the Strip this fall and winter. Take your pick from these memorable experiences. 1 Ride above the Strip on the world’s tallest observation wheel as you take a rotation in one of the glassenclosed cabins on the The LINQ’s High Roller. 2 FREE Peruse the studios of local painters, photographers, designers and artists at The Arts Factory in Downtown Las Vegas, and catch live music on First Fridays. 3 From smash Broadway hits to performances by the Nevada Ballet Theatre and Las Vegas Philharmonic, experience renowned productions at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts located Downtown. 4 Escape to an exotic paradise and meet some wildlife along the way (we’re talking dolphins, tigers and lions) at Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat at The Mirage. 5 Tap into your competitive side at Level Up inside MGM Grand, where you can show off your skills with air hockey, foosball, billiards and the world’s largest Pac-Man game. 6 Warm up with a cup of rich, creamy hot chocolate at Payard Patisserie & Bistro inside Caesars Palace, and peruse the selection of handcrafted chocolates and desserts. 7 Take the wheel of a real NASCAR racecar and zoom around the Las Vegas Motor Speedway when you go for a drive with Richard Petty Driving Experience. 8 Head up to Mount Charleston — just 30 minutes from the Strip — to spend the day snowshoeing or skiing through a winter wonderland of fresh powder. 9 Get toasty by the fireplace and sip a craft cocktail at Alder & Birch, a sleek, contemporary American steakhouse inside The Orleans. 10 Experience the exhilaration of skydiving without having to jump from an airplane. At Vegas Indoor Skydiving, wind speeds of up to 120 miles per hour keep you afloat. 11 FREE Every night, watch with wonder as the Volcano in front of The Mirage erupts into a dazzling display of fireballs and explosions, set to a dynamic soundtrack. 12 FREE At Monte Carlo Resort and Casino, step into the life-sized paintings at 3-D Eye Trick Experience, and take a fun picture of yourself posing “inside” the artwork. 13 Experience the newly unveiled renovations at Rio Secco Golf Club, a scenic 18-hole course located just minutes from the Strip, at the foothills of the Black Mountain Range. 14 Peek into the world of The Avengers — from Bruce Banner’s laboratory to Captain America’s uniform and shield — at Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. inside Treasure Island TI Hotel & Casino. 15 Always wanted to spot a celebrity? Snap some pictures next to today’s hottest stars — or at least their likeness — at Madame Tussauds Las Vegas wax museum at The Venetian. 16 Make the most of Las Vegas’ mild winter weather, and get out on the water with a stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) excursion on the 320-acre Lake Las Vegas. 17 Scream, shriek and laugh as you explore 5 acres of indoor roller coasters, bumper cars, carnival rides and arcade games at Adventuredome at Circus Circus. 18 Bowl a game any time of the day or night at the 24-hour South Point Bowling Center inside South Point Hotel and Casino, featuring 64 lanes, LED scoreboards and plentiful TVs. 19 FREE See a sculpture of the Statue of Liberty — made from nearly 800 pounds of milk chocolate — at Hershey’s Chocolate World at New York-New York Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. 20 Enjoy panoramic, sky-high views of the Strip as you savor a specialty cocktail or glass of wine at Skyfall Lounge, located on the 64th floor of Delano Las Vegas. 21 Transport yourself to the tropics at Paradise Garden Buffet inside Flamingo, where you can indulge in crab legs, shrimp and prime rib while enjoying views of waterfalls, palm trees and lush foliage. 22 Unwind with the relaxing Classic English Afternoon Tea service at Mandarin Oriental’s Tea Lounge, featuring gourmet loose-leaf teas, Champagne and delicate finger foods, paired with gorgeous views of the Strip. 23 Take your pick from exciting tours with Grand Canyon Tour Company; get a helicopter view of the Strip at night, see the Grand Canyon, or explore the Hoover Dam. 24 Rev the engine of your dream car — Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Aston Martins, Porches and more — as you roar around the racetrack at Exotics Racing. 25 FREE Marvel at a seasonally decorated display at the Palazzo Waterfall Atrium and Gardens inside The Palazzo, featuring exotic botanicals, a magnificent skylight and a serene waterfall.
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