About this experience
This is where it all started. The Neon. The Hotels. The Gambling. And the Mob. Go at your own pace on this self guided GPS location aware audio tour of downtown Las Vegas. On our walk you’ll see the sites linked to Bugsy Siegel and the Mob and hear their history. You’ll also see the neon, learn why Vegas loves its Neon, and see the oldest historic signs. Take a break from the gambling and buffets to explore the history of Vegas.
At a glance
- Duration: 45 min–1 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 45 min–1 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
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Las Vegas beyond the marquee: a guide to the whole city
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Planning a Red Rock Canyon day from Las Vegas
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What is included
- Go at your own pace. Anytime.
- Walking tour on our Walking Tour App of Downtown Las Vegas
- The Tour NEVER expires, go anytime, and as many times as you like. And listen again later
Not included
- No food, drink or human guide, this is all outside and on our walking tour app.
Itinerary and highlights
The tour starts outside the golden gate casino where you'll hear about its mob ties and Frank Sinatra
Possibly one of the most famous neon signs in Vegas you'll hear about it's story and why neon is so popular in Vegas.
One of the cooler joints this spot also has a mob tie, you'll hear about what makes it famous and how the mob made so much cash here.
One of the better buffet's and it also has deep mob dies, hear how the mobsters came here and started the joint.
The place has such a deep mob tie it inspired famous on screen mob personalities. You'll hear about lefty and how he was iconic here.
This was the traning ground for famous mobsters like Buggy Siegel and the home of Fat Irish. And it's said they might still hang here.
One of the most famous signs you'll learn its' history and how Vegas became known as Las Vegas.
You'll walk the Freemont street experience and learn why Las Vegas loves it's neon, and the mob.
Meeting and pickup information
- The tour starts outside the golden gate casino at the entrance of Fremont Street under the golden gate sign. You'll hear about it's mob ties and a bit about Frank Sinatra, then you'll be guided through downtown and learn it's history.
Languages and tickets
- English — Audio
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- WalknTours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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