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MANDALAY BAY 632-7777
Shark Reef Aquarium An educational facility where adults and children can learn about more than 2,000 divinely dangerous animals including sharks, crocodiles, piranhas and now, a Komodo Dragon. Daily, 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. Tickets: Children (four and younger): free, Children (5 12): $10.95, Adults: $16.95. 632-4555. M&MS WORLD A retail-entertainment location dedicated to the colorful brand of candy, featuring gifts, souvenirs, a daily 3-D movie and more. Open Sun. Thurs., 9 a.m. 12 a.m.; Fri., Sat., 9 a.m. 12 a.m. 736-7611
MGM GRAND 891-1111
Lion Habitat - A multi-level habitat adorned with stone, indigenous trees & foliage in a magnificent showcase that houses five adult lions. Open daily, 11am - 10pm. 891-7777 ⁄
THE MIRAGE 791-7111
Mirage Volcano is currently under renovations and will reopen later in 2008.
Siegfried & Roy Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat - Visit the White Lions, Bengal Tigers and Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins. The habitat is open 10am - 7pm. Admission: $15 for adults, $10 for children age 4 - 12 and children 3 and under are free. Admission allows access to the dolphin habitat.
MONTELAGO VILLAGE 564-4766
A Mediterranean style village located on the shores of Lake Las Vegas, combines the charm of old world Italy with fine dining, upscale shopping and wide variety of events. Enjoy golf, art festivals, a floating skating rink and spectacular scenery. Call for event schedule.
NEW YORK - NEW YORK 740-6969
Coney Island Emporium A 32,000 sq. foot entertainment center featuring the latest hi-tech gadgetry & special attractions. Sun. - Thurs. 9am - 1am; Fri. - Sat. 9 am - 2 am.
ESPN Zone The Sports Arena offers fans over 10,000 sq. feet of video and interactive games. Open Mon. Thurs. 11:30am 12:30am; Fri. 11:30am 1:30am; Sat. 9am 1:30am; Sun. 9am 12:30am 933-3776
The Roller Coaster at New York-New York The award-winning coaster features a dizzying succession of high-banked turns, camel back hills, a vertical loop and more. Must be 54 tall. Open Sun. - Thurs., 11am - 11pm; Fri., Sat., 10:30am - midnight. Admission: $14; Re-rides: $7; All-day Scream Pass: $25; Family Fun Flight For Four package--4 individual rides & 2 souvenir pictures: $56.
PARIS LAS VEGAS946-4567
Eiffel Tower Paris Las Vegas signature landmark is its 50-story Eiffel Tower replica built to half-size. Get a birds eye view of Vegas from 450 feet above the Strip. Open daily, 9am 12:30am. Admission charge.
POLE POSITION RACEWAY 227-7223 Start your engines for Las Vegas newest and most innovative indoor speedway, geared toward both amateur and experienced kart racers. Achieve speeds of up to 45 miles per hour! Open Sun. Thurs., 10 a.m. midnight; Fri., Sat., 10 a.m. 1 a.m.
RIO 777-7777
Masquerade Show in the Sky Visitors are invited to see or star in this one-of-a-kind Carnival celebration. Tickets: $9.95 to ride in float. Shows: Daily at 3, 4, 5, 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, 9:30pm. ⁄
Lucky Strike Pins are dropping and balls are flying at Lucky Strike where guests can bowl, eat and drink seven days a week. Open Sat., 9am - close; Sun., 10am - close. 21+ after 6pm 777-7999
SAHARA 737-2471
SPEED - The Ride launches riders to speeds of 70 mph and upward at a 90-degree angle to 224 ft. Mon. Sat. 11am 12am; Sun. 11am - 10pm.
Las Vegas Cyber Speedway Step inside a simulated car experience where riders can customize horsepower, braking response, suspension and much more. Open Sun. Thurs., 11 a.m. 8 p.m.; Fri. Sat., 11 a.m. 10 p.m.
SIN CITY SKYDIVE 300-8508
Specializing in first-time jumpers, Sin City Skydive offers some of the
SPRINGS PRESERVE 822-7700
Explore botanical gardens, interactive galleries and trails at the 180-acre attraction known as the birthplace of Las Vegas. Learn about history in a fun, hands-on way. Call for admission info. and operating hours. www.springspreserve.org
SUN BUGGY FUN RENTALS 866-SBUGGIE
Free pickup and drop off from your hotel. Choose your vehicle and get ready to experience off-roading on the sand dunes of Las Vegas! Open 7am - 7pm, 7 days a week.
STRATOSPHERE 380-7777
Big Shot The ride of a lifetime. Shoots fun-lovers 160 feet in the air. Experience zero gravity before returning to the launch pad located on top of the tower. Sun. Thurs. 10am 1am; Fri., Sat. & holidays 10am 2am. Tower Express Pass available, $10.
X Scream - This thrill ride sends riders 27 ft. over the edge of the Stratosphere, over 900 feet above the Strip. Open Sun. Thurs., 10am 1am; Fri., Sat., & holidays, 10am 2am. Tower Express Pass, $10.
Insanity Dangles and spins riders over the edge of the outdoor observation deck 900 ft above the strip. Open Sun. Thurs., 10am 1am; Fri., Sat., & holidays, 10am 2am. Tower Express Pass available, $10
THE GUN STORE 454-1110
2900 East Tropicana. Located only three and a half miles from the Strip. Choose from over 50 handguns available, or shoot a real submachine gun. Trained and professional staff. Lessons available. Daily: 9am 6:30pm.
TI (TREASURE ISLAND) 894-7111
The Sirens of TI Sexy sirens battle a band of renegade male pirates in Sirens Cove. Experience music, dance, temptation, danger and seduction nightly at 7, 8:30 & 10, 11:30pm.
TIX4TONIGHT 877-TIX-4-TNT
Half-price shows, attractions, golf and dinners; deep discounts on commonly sold-out shows. Five locations: Inside the Coke Bottle next to MGM Grand, North Strip next to the Riviera, South Strip at Polo Towers, Fashion Show Mall and Fremont Street at 4 Queens Hotel. Open daily, 9:30am 9pm. (702) 597-BOOK for golf reservations.
TROPICANA 739-2411
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition The tale is told through artifacts recovered from the wreckage. Introducing the largest piece of the titanic ever discovered! Daily: 10am to 10pm. (Last ticket sold at 9pm.) Call for ticket prices.
ULTIMATE OFF-ROAD ADVENTURES 566-3311
Drive the Rhino, the worlds most capable off-road vehicle. Its easy to operate and fun for the whole family. Transportation is provided. www.drivetherhino.com.
VEGAS EXTREME SKYDIVING 866-EXT-JUMP
Specializing in first time tandem jumps. Members of the United States Parachute Association. Check out the views of Las Vegas while jumping from two miles high at 120mph. vegasextremeskydiving.com
VENETIAN 414-1000
Gondola Rides Enjoy a romantic ride in the style of Venice, Italy as your gondolier serenades you with a ballad. Sun. - Thurs. 10am 11pm; Fri. & Sat. 10am - midnight. Tickets: $16 (Adults), $12 (Children), infants free (2 and under); private, 2-person gondola: $64. 414-4500
Madame Tussauds Interactive Attraction Las Vegas The newest wax figure exhibits Master Chief from the Halo video game series. Also encounter signature wax exhibits such as the Blue Man Group experience, Tennis Legend Andre Agassi and Marry Clooney. Call for pricing. Open at 10 a.m. daily. 862-7800
St. Marks Square Life-size puppets, magicians, stilt walkers, living statues and musical performances. Daily at noon, 1:45, 4, 5:15,6:30pm. 414-4525
WYNN 770-7000
Lake of Dreams A 140-foot mountain covered with 1,500 trees and
waterfalls cascades into a three-acre lake with various lighting effects,
creating a gorgeous spectacle. Open daily. ⁄
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