North Las Vegas Airport VGT is an airport serving the Las Vegas, Nevada metropolitan area. VGT Airport is situated approximately three miles to the northwest of Las Vegas’s city center.
VGT Airport has a variety of parking options including short-term and long-term. Vision Airlines flies in and out of VGT mainly for scenic tours such as the Grand Canyon. At North Las Vegas Airport there is an array of dining and retail options. In terms of services there are ATMs, postal services, shoeshine, recharging stations and Wi-Fi. Getting to and from VGT Airport has never been easier with options including taxis and car rentals available.
McCarran International Airport LAS is an airport in Las Vegas, Nevada. LAS Airport is the 24th busiest in the world and handles 40 million travelers annually. There are 1,234 slot machines in the airport. McCarran came about after a purchase by the Clark County in 1948 from the Crockett family. Soon afterward it was named in honor of Nevada Senator Pat McCarran.
Located just north of I-215 and east of I-15, LAS Airport has a variety of parking options including economy, short-term, long-term, oversized, garage and valet. McCarran Airport consists of two public terminals (1, 3) and a third terminal dedicated to private travel and government contractors. Terminal 1 has 96 gates and is comprised of four concourses (A, B, C, D) and Terminal 2 has 8 gates primarily for chartered flights. Terminal 3 is the newest with 14 gates in one concourse (E). Connecting between terminals involves getting on a people mover. There are 31 airlines that fly in and out of LAS serving several international and domestic locations.
At McCarran International Airport there is an array of quick service and full service dining options, ranging from Carl’s Jr. to California Pizza Kitchen. Whether it is books and magazines on your list or clothing and accessories MSP has you covered with options ranging from Hudson News to BOSE. In terms of services there are currency exchanges, ATMs, salons, shoeshine, full-service bank and even slot machines for gambling.
Getting to and from LAS International Airport has never been easier including buses, taxis, limousines, vans, car rentals and shuttles available. If staying over at McCarran International Airport there is 20 nearby hotel and motel options including the Candlewood Suites, Holiday Inn Express and the Motel 8 Las Vegas.
There is a lot of history in Clark County, but with how rapidly Las Vegas continues to change, it's often difficult to get a taste of it. The Clark County Heritage Museum in southern Henderson houses much of Clark County's history, from long before civilized times to the era of the Rat Pack to today. This multi-faceted museum preserves historical artifacts, including complete replicas of homes throughout the ages and a small ghost town.
Best and worst time to go to the Clark County Heritage Museum
As a bulk of the heritage museum's exhibits are outside, it is best to avoid it during the span of June through September. If it is unavoidable, stick to an early morning visit and bring plenty of water.
Must see/do at the Clark County Heritage Museum
The museums collection of restored historic homes and buildings transport guests to a variety of eras, from the roaring 1920's to the 1950's. These buildings show how life was in Las Vegas, Boulder City, Henderson, and Goldfield during these time periods. Visits to a classic chapel and an early 1900's newspaper print shop are possible.
The Anna Robert Parks Exhibit Hall is the best look at Clark County's ecosystem before man came in and took over. The Ice Age exhibit shows what fascinating creatures resided in these lands before being pushed out for the glitz and glam of today.
Explore the historical intrigue of a mining trail that leads up to historical buildings like the Tuscarora Jail and Troll Cabin of 1880 and a general store from the 1950's. The trail will lead you a little ways away from the museum, past the remnants of the ghost town, into a nature trail that remains genuine.
Admission to the Clark County Heritage Museum
The Clark County Heritage Museum offers self-guided tours that start at $1 per person. Group tours and museum memberships are available at special rates.
Parking and public transportation to the Clark County Heritage Museum
The Clark County Heritage Museum offers free on-site parking in a lot right next to the museum.
The HDX bus towards Henderson towards Boulder City makes a stop at Boulder Hwy and Museum Dr. From there, it's a .2 mile walk to the museum entrance.
Food at the Clark County Heritage Museum
The Clark County Heritage Museum doesn't currently serve food on-site.
Insider tip for visitors to the Clark County Heritage Museum
One detriment to most museums is the inability to bring history home with you, but the heritage museum's on-site gift shop provides a variety of unique items for sale. Most interesting is the collection of locally written books chronicling several aspects of Clark County's history.
Author's bio: Mark is a Vegas local and freelance writer with expertise in Las Vegas nightlife and entertainment. He's also the owner and contributor to the video game site, The Spirit of Gaming.
