Las Vegas Glamour and History Walking Tour

In 1931, the landscape shifted dramatically as construction commenced on the monumental Hoover Dam, drawing throngs of workers to the area just east of the city. Witness the transformation of Fremont Street, once the town's sole paved road, now adorned with captivating casinos and dazzling showgirl venues strategically crafted to entice and entertain these workers.
Experience the allure of Las Vegas in its most iconic era—the Strip, the Mob, and the Age of Glamour. Delve into the intriguing history of this exceptional place, tracing its narrative through the dazzling lights of Fremont Street and the historic Downtown Las Vegas. From the legendary opening of the Flamingo in 1946, orchestrated by the notorious mobster Bugsy Siegel with the backing of East Coast Jewish gangster Meyer Lansky's Mexican drug money, to the star-studded events that graced its lounges, immerse yourself in the captivating tales and glamorous past that define this unique destination.

What's included:

• Guide

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours

Fremont Street Experience

425 Fremont Street, , Las Vegas, 89101-5620, Nevada

The Fremont Street Experience is a pedestrian mall and attraction in downtown Las Vegas, Nevada. The FSE occupies the westernmost five blocks of Fremont Street, including the area known for years as "Glitter Gulch", and portions of some other adjacent streets.

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Casino at the Flamingo Las Vegas

3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, , Las Vegas, 89109-8901, Nevada

The Flamingo's casino opened on December 26, 1946, followed by a three-story hotel on March 1, 1947. It is the oldest continuously operating resort on the Strip, and was the third to open there. Siegel was killed by an unknown shooter in June 1947, and numerous ownership changes would take place in the years to come.

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