Thirsty? Need a break from shopping, gambling, and the sensory overload of the casinos? You can seek respite from the hustle and bustle at one of several outdoor bars. These five establishments run the gamut from free admission to pricey VIP tables, raucous to calm, margarita to martini, happening celebrity spots to Jimmy Buffet-inspired honky tonks—in short, something for everyone. Cheers!
Fontana Bar
Bellagio
An unbeatable view of the Bellagio fountains without the cost of booking a room.
702.693.7111
Sunday - Thursday: 5:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Friday and Saturday: 5:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Harrah’s Carnaval Court
Mardi Gras style partying outdoors to tunes and juggling bartenders. Dancing absolutely encouraged.
702.369.5000
Sunday - Thursday: 11:30 a.m. - 2 a.m.
Friday & Saturday: 11:30 a.m. - 3 a.m.
Ghost Bar
Under the Stars and on the 55th floor of the Palms. The wait is long, the elevator ride short, and the scene is other-worldly. Celebrity spotting practically a sure thing.
8:00 p.m. - Late Daily
Cost: Sunday - Thursday: $10; Friday - Saturday: $25; Local Ladies with ID: FREE
Margaritaville
Flamingo
Parrotheads drink and people watch from the rail a few feet above the street.
702.733.3302
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. Daily
PURE
Caesars Palace
The Terrace at PURE boasts the city’s largest outdoor, year round nightlife venue. Drool from the strip as hipsters party amid waterfalls, walls of fire, and Pussycat Dolls. Make sure you’re dressed to see and be seen.
702.731.7873
Tuesay, Friday, & Saturday: 10:00 - 4:00 a.m.
VIP tables are recommended to avoid excrutiating long lines. Sold by buying 1 bottle for 3 people, starting at $325. Includes entrance fee.
Cost: $25/men, $20/ladies; All locals FREE on Tuesdays.
**Jen’s Vegas Travel Tip**
Yes, you can drink while walking down the Strip in Vegas. Though there could be glass restrictions during holidays and other busy times, open containers for those of legal drinking age (21) are allowed if you’re behaving yourself.
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