Las Vegas Hoover Dam and Valley of Fire

Discover the best of Nevada’s natural beauty and engineering marvels on this full-day guided tour from Las Vegas. Visit the Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum and learn the inspiring history behind the construction of the Hoover Dam during the Great Depression. Walk across the Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge for a panoramic view of the Hoover Dam, then get up close to this iconic structure. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, capturing breathtaking photos of the desert oasis. End your adventure exploring Valley of Fire State Park, where red sandstone formations glow under the desert sun in a fiery display of natural artistry.

What's included:

• Small-Group Valley of Fire, Hoover Dam, Boulder City Tour
• Hotel pick-up and drop off from select locations

Not included:

• Private Tour

What to expect:

Duration: between 6 hours and 7 hours

Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum

1305 Arizona St, , Boulder City, 89005-2613, Nevada

Located just outside Las Vegas, this immersive museum tells the powerful story of the men and women who built the Hoover Dam and settled Boulder City. Learn how their resilience during the Great Depression helped shape the American Southwest. Explore exhibits detailing the dam’s engineering, labor history, and social impact.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Mike O'Callaghan - Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge

27953, 28689 Great Basin Hwy, Boulder City, 89005, Nevada

Take in jaw-dropping views as you walk across the massive bridge connecting Nevada and Arizona, offering one of the best perspectives of the Hoover Dam. Then, head to the base of the dam to witness its monumental scale and power up close. A true feat of human ingenuity, Hoover Dam is one of the greatest engineering achievements in American history.

1 hour

Lake Mead National Recreation Area

10 Lakeshore Rd, , 89005, Nevada

Enjoy a scenic drive through the vast and serene Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the U.S. by volume. Surrounded by desert mountains and rich in wildlife, this oasis offers spectacular photo opportunities with its shimmering waters and wide-open views. It’s a peaceful contrast to the hustle of Las Vegas.

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Valley of Fire State Park

29450 Valley of Fire Hwy, Overton, 89040, Nevada

Experience Nevada’s oldest and most stunning state park, famous for its blazing red sandstone formations and ancient petroglyphs. Wander through rock canyons and see formations like Elephant Rock and Fire Wave. The glowing colors at sunset create a surreal, unforgettable landscape.

1 hour, 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included