Las Vegas may be a tourist destination, but local residents deserve to have fun too. After all, what’s the point of living in the “City of Entertainment” if you’re not taking advantage of it?
With that in mind, I thought it would be fun to construct a breakdown of attractions and things to do in Las Vegas that offer a locals discount.
For each deal, I’ll be sure to link to the offer so that you can ensure it’s still valid before making the trip!
Attractions on The Strip
Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay: NV residents can save $3 per ticket as part of Shark Reef’s locals discount.
HyperX Esports Arena at Luxor: While anyone can walk in and play video games by the hour for a fixed price, Las Vegas locals get double the time for the same amount of money.
Bodies… The Exhibition at Luxor: Nevada residents can save $3 on admission to Bodies with a valid ID.
Check out my Bodies Review for more information!
The Buffet at Luxor: Luxor’s Egyptian-themed buffet offers locals a $3 discount on both Wednesday and Thursday weekly bringing the price down to $27.99.
I recently stopped in for brunch, and left satisfied, but not blown away.
The Pool at Tropicana: Few pools on the Strip offer free locals access, but Trop is a notable exception. Locals are able to access the pool for free Monday – Friday all summer long. On weekends, the price jumps up to $10, however.
Big Apple Coaster at NYNY: Locals can ride New York New York’s rooftop roller coaster at a $5 discount. Tickets can be purchased at the box office.
Topgolf behind MGM Grand: Nevada residents receive 25% off regular walk-in pricing as part of their Locals discount. The locals deal cannot be combined with other offers.
Additionally, locals are able to hit unlimited balls for $20 from open to noon on weekdays.
Dive in Movies at Cosmopolitan: Over the summer months, Cosmopolitan screens movies on their Boulevard pool deck. While it costs $15 for regular folk to attend, Nevada residents can score a $5 locals discount.
Princess Diana – A Tribute Exhibition: See over 700 artifacts from Diana’s life at Crystals, which is located in front of Aria on the Strip. Nevada residents can save $4 per ticket as part of their locals discount
See my recent Princess Diana: A Tribute Exhibition Review.
FlyOver Las Vegas: Found in the Showcase Mall on the south end of the Strip, FlyOver gives you the opportunity to take a virtual flight over the western United States, Iceland, or both.
Impressively, locals can save 50% on rides and will receive a free photo. The resident discount is described as being available for a limited time, so ensure you double-check it’s availability via the link.
Related: See my recent review of FlyOver Las Vegas!
Flow Rider at Planet Hollywood: Nevada locals can score a $10 discount on this opportunity to surf on Planet Hollywood’s rooftop pool deck in the middle of the desert.
Eiffel Tower Experience at Paris: A 20% discount for locals is offered by Paris’ Eiffel Tower Experience, which will allow you to view Las Vegas from 46 stories above the fray.
Real Bodies at Horseshoe: Real bodies offers a locals discount of $2. Like Bodies… The Exhibition at Luxor, Real Bodies uses actual cadavers to highlight how the human body works.
High Roller at LINQ: Nevada residents can revive 20% off High Roller tickets at the box office only.
FlyLinq at LINQ: Nevada locals can save $10 on FlyLinq tickets at the box office with a NV ID.
STRAT’s Observation Deck and Rides: STRAT offers an impressive 50% locals discount for admission to the observation deck, and any rides you want to ride while up there. Present your Nevada ID at the box office to redeem the deal.
Related: See my STRAT Observation Deck Review!
Meals at America: The American-themed restaurant within NYNY offers a 10% discount to Nevada residents.
Balla Italian Soul at Sahara: Locals can score an impressive 50% off of steaks every Tuesday and 50% off of all bottles of wine on Wednesdays with a NV ID
Rides on the Monorail: Locals can purchase one-way fares for just $1 at any ticketing office with a valid NV ID. Nevada residents can purchase up to 2 rides per day.
Attractions on Fremont Street
Neon Museum: Nevada residents can save $4 on guided tours, Brilliant! night shows, and general admission tickets at the Neon Museum.
Deeper $15 locals discounts are available for the monthly photo walk and weekly portrait hour.
Mob Museum: Steps away from Fremont Street, the Mob Museum offers locals a discount of around $15 per ticket (depending on the pass purchased).
Locals tickets can be purchased in advance online, and a Nevada ID needs to be produced for each discounted ticket.
Other Notable Discounts for Locals
Atomic Museum: The National Atomic Testing Museum serves up a $4 per adult discount for those with an NV ID. The attraction tells the story of nuclear technology in the United States which includes an in-depth look at the Nevada Test Site.
I recently stopped in – See my Atomic Museum Review!
Allegiant Stadium Tour: Allegiant Stadium offers a 10% discount on tours to Nevada Residents – I recently toured the home of the Raiders and enjoyed my experience!
Omega Mart at Area15: Las Vegas locals can save $10 per ticket to the most popular attraction at Area15 by booking through their website and entering your zip code before selecting your ticket.
I recently stopped in – See my Omega Mart Review!
The Punk Rock Museum: Stocked with thousands of artifacts, The Punk Rock Museum does an expert job of showcasing the history of the musical genre.
In addition to museum-like displays, The Punk Rock Museum also offers a tattoo parlor, bar, and jam room that allows visitors to play with band-used instruments – Pretty unique.
Locals can save $10 with a Nevada ID.
See my recent review of The Punk Rock Museum!
Springs Preserve: Nevada residents pay only $9.95 to get into Springs Preserve (kids are only $4.95), representing a savings of $9 on an adult ticket.
Springs Preserve is a collection of attractions that include a butterfly habitat, botanical gardens, splash pad, playground, and several museums that aim to educate visitors on the history of southern Nevada and the area’s scarce water resources.
I recently stopped in – See my Springs Preserve Review!
Hopefully, I was able to help you find some Las Vegas discounts for locals that are attractive options. Even though most locals prefer to steer clear of tourist hubs, it’s fun to take advantage of all they have to offer once in a while!
See Also:
Hotels in Las Vegas with a Locals Discount
I’m a former software salesman turned Vegas aficionado. While the craps table is my preferred habitat, I pull myself away to explore new attractions, shows, restaurants, and outdoor activities around Las Vegas with the intent of sharing my experiences.
Ultimately, I just want to help folks plan a better trip and save a few bucks in the process.