Stratosphere Ride
The Stratosphere Las Vegas Casino and Hotel has three amazing rides perched on top of its 1,200-foot tower. The nail biting, white knuckle rides include a zero gravity drop called Big Shot, a spinning carnival ride called insanity, and a teeter-tottering thrill ride called X-scream. They aren't age-specific, so anyone can enjoy the thrills, as long as they meet the height requirements. It's a great adventure for the 12 to 20 year old kids, and something they will never forget.
Stratosphere Hotel & Casino
2000 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas, NV 89104
702-380-7777
http://www.stratospherehotel.com/
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
This wax museum is worth a visit for a few hours or more. It has some of the most lifelike wax sculptures of famous musicians, actors and other celebrities. It is a cool thing to do for anyone aged 6 to 20.
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
3355 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
http://www.madametussauds.com/
702-414-1000
NY NY Hotel Roller Coaster
The New York New York Hotel and Casino is all about fun, even if you are under 21. The roller coaster that zips around the hotel is open to people age 7 and up (minimum height requirement applies). It's a fun adventure for kids and college students who can't place wagers at the tables just yet. The hotel also has a great food court with several restaurants and some minor attractions.
NY NY Hotel & Casino
3790 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV
702-740-6969
http://www.nynyhotelcasino.com/
Circus Circus Adventuredome
The Adventure Dome at the Circus Circus Hotel and Casino is an extraordinary place for fun. It has amusement rides, adventure-themed rides and much more. It's perfect for the 13 and up crowd. The park is five acres with a canyon blast ride, racing ride and many more smaller rides. Passes are about $25 for a full day.
Circus Circus Adventuredome
2880 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV
702-794-3939
http://www.adventuredome.com/
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