8 hours (approx.)
Daily Tour
15 people
English
Introducing the ultimate way to explore the iconic Hoover Dam and stunning Lake Mead – our self-guided audio driving tour! This immersive tour is designed to guide you through the history and landmarks of Hoover Dam and Lake Mead with the convenience and flexibility of your own vehicle. You'll gain insight into the fascinating history and engineering of the Hoover Dam, as well as the natural beauty and wildlife of Lake Mead. Throughout your drive, you'll have the freedom to stop and explore at your own pace, taking in the stunning scenery and snapping photos of the unforgettable views. And with our detailed directions and insider tips, you'll be sure to see all the must-see spots and hidden gems along the way. So if you're looking for an unforgettable way to experience the wonder and beauty of Hoover Dam and Lake Mead turn your phone into a personal guide and take our self-guided driving tour! *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*
The iconic “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign is pretty cool to pose in front of for a photo.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
An excellent, easy-to-navigate, free museum packed with displays as good as the exhibits at Hoover Dam. That’s because all of the workers who built Hoover Dam lived in Boulder City, where Hoover Dam is officially located. Open seven days a week, 365 days a year, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
This picturesque, public park with green grass overlooking Lake Mead in the desert is often grazed upon by wild bighorn sheep that come down from the mountainside. Most definitely worth a stop for the view and the wildlife sightings!
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
A complete view of the entirety of Hoover Dam from the Arizona side. Worth driving over the rim to take in this perspective. You can’t get this view from the Nevada side.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
This landmark has been named one of America’s greatest engineering feats and is a piece of history as well as a gargantuan functioning dam. A must-see in your lifetime. You can walk the premises free of charge, or pay to take guided tours.
Parking Fee $10 (but you do have the option of free parking)
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Locals call this the Hoover Dam Bypass bridge. One of the tallest bridges in the world, it towers over Hoover Dam and, if you’re brave enough to walk across, gives you a birds-eye view of Hoover Dam from almost 900 feet in the sky! Poster boards along the switchback ramps to get to the top show you photos and descriptions of how this bridge was built. Worth a stop! There is no admission charge and the parking is free.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Lake Mead Lakeview Overlook off of Rt. 172, along the Historic Railroad Trail, gives you a panoramic view of Lake Mead from above the marina.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Excellent, highly recommended hike through the historic railroad tunnels used to take supplies to Hoover Dam during construction. Easy and flat, but long since it goes all the way to Hoover Dam (7.5 miles round trip.) But at least worth doing 2 miles round trip to get through the first couple of tunnels before turning around. And no shade, so do NOT do this hike during the hot, sunny days from May through Sept. except for perhaps the early morning hours before 10 a.m. Trailheads from the Visitor Center and also from an adjacent parking lot right next to the Visitor Center.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Boulder Beach is a mile of shoreline along Lake Mead. Swim, paddleboard, kayak, canoe, sail, or just take in the views of the lake and mountains while collecting shells.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
As we meander Lakeshore Road and take in the beauty of Lake Mead National Recreation Area, head up to Sunset Overlook and just take it all in – the view of the lake and mountains that surround you are astounding.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Moderate hike with a bit of a challenging scramble at the beginning to get down into the canyon, is 2.2 miles round trip. See dramatic, winding canyons below the Lake Mead high water line as water levels have dropped. Owls occasionally roost in the slot canyon. To get to the trailhead, follow signs for 33 Hole Overlook off Lakeshore Road. The trailhead is in the first parking lot on the left. The un-signed trailhead for Owl Canyon is next to the second picnic shelter. Even if you’re not hiking, stop at this overlook for the view, then continue up to the 33 Hole Overlook for an equally beautiful view.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
A stunning landscape for driving, full of volcanic lava-topped and red rock mountains, as well as stunning desert views. Drive at least a little of this road if you have the time.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
When in Vegas, this is something so much fun to see! The famous (or infamous) Little White Chapel, where so many stars have eloped. Along the equally famous Las Vegas Boulevard and minutes away from the also-famous Stratosphere, this is a cool piece of Downtown Vegas history to see. Parking is free and you can walk in to take a peek free of charge during the hours they’re open.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Strat Observation Tower has been voted “Best Place to View the City” year after year. At the tippy-top, The Strat (aka Stratosphere) is 1,149-feet-tall with expansive, 360-degree views of the Las Vegas Strip and valley from both indoor and outdoor observation decks.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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