Known as an internationally renowned resort city and the self-proclaimed, though much deserved “Entertainment Capitol of the World” it would be impossible to narrow our top accessible attractions in Las Vegas down to just a few options.  This should at best be regarded as an idea of what to do in Las Vegas if you only have one day and night to spend in this dazzling city and you really wanted to make it memorable.  So, without further ado and besides the fact that almost everywhere is wheelchair friendly and accessible, here are a few more of the reasons we love Las Vegas:

1.    The all-you-can-eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner Buffet at the Bellagio is NOT to be underestimated as one of the best in the world for its international palate and culinary excellence. Not only is the price reasonable, but there is also a surprisingly helpful and pleasant staff.  The food quality is fantastic and guests can choose from the best of Italian, Japanese, Chinese, seafood, and American cuisines. This is an amazing restaurant that also boasts serving specialty, weekend gourmet dinners and champagne brunches and has a flair for entertaining which can be seen by one of their many live-action cooking stations.  The Buffet is wheelchair accessible as indeed most of the Bellagio is.

2.    Mercifully you won’t have to go too far after a breakfast at The Buffet to enjoy the best in luxury shopping on the Las Vegas strip.  On your sojourn to the Venetian, make sure to take a detour on your way out through the Via Bellagio though and pass by such luxury stores as Prada and Chanel while looking at the marbled detail of this immense architectural structure.

3.    Next is the time to let yourself go and embrace the beauty of the Grand Canal Shoppes at the Venetian in Las Vegas.  In this unparalleled retail environment, the shops are combined with fine dining, elegant gondola rides down the canal running through the center of the mall, premiere shopping venues, and the old-world charm of their outstanding architectural details.  Want more than just a mall with a kick? Just looking up at their beautifully painted ceiling mural will leave you feeling as though you’ve embarked on your dream Italian vacation!  At the Shoppes there are wheelchair services and if you have any questions their staff will be more than happy to assist you.  The number for their Center Management department is (702) 414-4525.

4.    If you’re in the area and interested to learn how to gamble, there are gaming classes at the Las Vegas Hilton for beginners and even intermediate players.  These 30-minute classes can be fun and educational. Most of them are free, so why not attend while you’re there?  Ask about class times at the Las Vegas Hilton; the front desk can be reached at 1-800-732-7117.

5.    If you’re able to plan an event ahead of time, there are several concerts, magic shows, live productions, and sporting events that you can see, including Las Vegas staples such as David Copperfield or Chris Angel’s magic shows, the acrobatics of Cirque du Soleil, UFC’s Ultimate Fighter MMA Championships, and concerts by such artists as Cher and Celine Dion.  Most complexes are accessible and only require a short phone call or a trip to their respective web pages for confirmation.

6.    Finally, to end your night with a real bang, The Volcano Eruption at the Mirage Hotel certainly can seem like the figurative cherry on top. Starting at 6 pm and ending at 11:30 pm, you can go to the Mirage and witness the amazing man-made volcano eruption.  Sometimes referred to as incredibly romantic and massively impressive, the eruption at the Mirage hotel occurs once every 15 minutes and access points are all wheelchair accessible.

Traveling to and vacationing within Las Vegas, Nevada is amazing, however you should make sure to call ahead at least a week beforehand and as always ask lots of questions about your accommodations, travel arrangements, and whatever particular transportation requirements you may have.

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