The only sure bet in Las Vegas is Lady Luck is fickle. When you’re playing in Vegas casinos, it’s good to know your limits and that includes how much you’re willing to spend on gambling. If you’ve blown your bankroll and decide to call it quits for the day, there’s still a lot to do and see on Fremont Street!
With 32,000 square feet of gaming space, the Fremont Hotel and Casino offers all of your favorite casino games. Just steps away from the Fremont Street Experience, you'll want to come inside and try your luck on one of our 1,000 slots, video poker or keno machines. We also offer 24 table games, live keno, and Downtown's best Race and Sports Book. The only bingo room in Downtown Las Vegas is located on the 3 rd floor of the Plaza Hotel Casino. Our 280-seat bingo room gives guests the opportunity to play and win big at everyone’s favorite game! We offer six daily bingo sessions: 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm.
Here’s a list of fun things to do on Fremont Street while you’re waiting to get your gambling groove back.
1. Root for your favorite Sigma Derby horse.
The classic Sigma Derby slot machine on the second floor of The D Las Vegas is a blast, not just because the Sigma Derby machine is a classic, but also because Sigma Derby is more than a game of chance, it’s a communal experience. You can watch the races without wagering, and it’s a lot more fun when everyone’s rooting for their favorite horse or jockey.
2. Discover antiques at Main Street.
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We’ve been to the Main Street casino a hundred times or more, but every single time we spot some new antique or artifact. Stop by Main Street’s hotel registration desk and pick up a “Guide to Artifacts, Antiques and Artworks.” (Download the brochure in .pdf format. You’re welcome.) Main Street is a treasure trove of impossibly interesting collectibles you would spend hours exploring. Oh, and don’t miss a section of the Berlin Wall in the casino’s men’s room.
3. Take in the light shows.
The ultimate free thing to do in Las Vegas, Viva Vision light shows happen throughout each night at Fremont Street Experience. The visuals are spectacular and the 550,000-watt speaker system is world-class.
4. Try your luck with a free slot spin.
Just because you ran out of gambling allowance doesn’t mean you have to stop playing. Outside Binion’s and Four Queens, take your turn on free spin slot machines and you could end up with tons of free play or other perks. Beware other free spins on Fremont Street, though. They’re sometimes used by timeshare salespersons to lure unsuspecting visitors into hearing their spiel. Get the straight scoop.
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5. Check out the city’s first movie theater.
The first movie theater in Las Vegas is still standing. It’s called El Portal, and it was also the first air-conditioned building in Las Vegas. Find it across from The D Las Vegas. It’s now a gift shop.
6. Get your photo with a million bucks.
This one’s a must-do whenever you’re downtown. Binion’s offers guests a free photo of a million dollars in cash. (You can take a photo using your own camera, too, but please, no flash.) It takes about 20-30 minutes for the photos to turn up at the casino’s player loyalty club desk. Make sure to grab a flyer at the photo op desk. It includes a ton of freebies for new loyalty club sign-ups.
7. Time travel on Fremont East.
If you’re up for a stroll to clear your head, make your way to Fremont East. Along this part of Fremont Street you’ll find 18 bronze “medallions” embedded in the sidewalk. Each medallion provides a glimpse into the history of Las Vegas, including interesting facts about Vegas icons like Benny Binion, “Bugsy” Siegel, Wayne Newton and Steve Wynn.
8. Pose with Vegas Vic.
He’s recognized around the world as a symbol of Las Vegas and its famed “Glitter Gulch” (a nickname given downtown Las Vegas because of its dazzling lights). Vegas Vic stands watch over the Pioneer Gift Shop, next to Golden Nugget.
9. Take the Banger Brewing tour.
Yes, Downtown Las Vegas has its own microbrewery, and Banger Brewing offers free tours of its facilities. Banger Brewing is located near the base of the SlotZilla zip line take-off tower. Check the Banger Brewing Web site for details about these intoxicating tours.
10. People-watch.
We can’t forget the most obvious free diversion at Fremont Street Experience, the people-watching. Visitors from around the world come to Fremont Street, and its denizens are truly a sight to behold. If you’d like to sit and watch the festivities, we’ve put together a list of 11 Great Places to Sit and People-Watch at Fremont Street Experience for your convenience.
11. Visit the world’s largest functioning fire hydrant.
Everything’s bigger in Las Vegas, and Fremont Street is home to what’s billed as the world’s largest functioning fire hydrant. The 14.5-foot-tall fire hydrant is a few blocks east of the SlotZilla tower, on Fremont East.
12. See the world’s biggest keno board.
It’s big, it’s fun and it’s free to see! Check out the world’s biggest keno board at The D.
13. Find the rocker sign at Golden Gate.
The Golden Gate is the oldest casino in Las Vegas, and it’s where Vegas got its start. Golden Gate opened in 1906, and is better than ever. Outside the Golden Gate is a unique sign that “rocks,” putting most other casino signs to shame. Another free diversion can be found inside Golden Gate. Near the casino’s valet entrance you’ll find several vintage slot machines, adding to the casino’s old-school charm.
14. Take in the toys at Neonopolis.
In the Neonopolis shopping plaza, there’s Toy Shack, a toy store known around the world thanks to the reality TV series, “Pawn Stars.” Stroll the aisles of this toy shop and you’ll see thousands of vintage and hard-to-find toys. It’s a family-friendly activity that’ll bring back some memories, whether you’re buying, selling or just killing some time.
15. Watch a craps game.
Craps games in Las Vegas casino have to be one of the best forms of entertainment in the world. Craps is almost always the loudest, most energetic game in a casino, and while it’s fun to play, it’s entertaining just to watch, too. Observing a craps game in progress is a wonderful way to learn the game’s jargon and rituals, and dealers are happy to provide information about the lively game.
16. Dance in the street.
Fremont Street Experience hosts free entertainment nightly on three stages. You’re sure to find a show that makes you want to dance in the streets. In addition to nightly entertainment, Fremont Street Experience also puts on a series of summer concerts featuring world-class acts in a party atmosphere. Check the Fremont Street Experience calendar of events for details.
17. Rub a piece of the Blarney Stone.
Legend has it this chunk of rock at The D is a portion of the Blarney Stone. Rub it for good luck, but don’t kiss it. That’s gross.
18. Enjoy flair bartenders.
Just about anyone can make a cocktail, but the flair bartenders at The D Las Vegas and Golden Gate take bartending to another level. Flair bartending, also called “flairtending,” has a lot in common with juggling, but on Fremont Street, it’s all about entertaining guests and giving them an unforgettable show. There’s more flair bartending inside at The D, at the hotel’s Vue Bar, upstairs, and Longbar.
19. Weigh yourself at Heart Attack Grill.
The Heart Attack Grill is a truly one-of-a-kind restaurant. The establishment is known for its decadent menu and irreverent sense of humor. Outside, there’s a weight scale touting the fact anyone who weighs more than 300 pounds eats free. Get up your courage, step on the scale and you’re bound to draw a crowd.
20. Sleep with the fishes.
Inside the famed Golden Nugget casino are two aquariums of note. One is in the hotel’s pool. The Tank is home to sharks and other fish, with a water slide running through it, making it one of the most talked-about and award-winning pools in Las Vegas. The other stunning aquarium is in the hotel’s Chart House restaurant. The exotic fish are endlessly entertaining, and keep an eye out for a massive green eel often hiding among the aquarium’s rocks and plants.
Related: Five Things to Love at Golden Nugget’s Chart House Restaurant
21. Seek out the world’s largest pint glass.
Hennessey’s Tavern is a bar and restaurant on the eastern most end of Fremont Street Experience (again, not far from the SlotZilla tower). Towering over the restaurant is what’s touted as the world’s largest pint glass. It’s not actually a pint “glass,” of course, but it does make a great photo op for lovers of frothy beverages.
22. Rub elbows with lucky arms.
Long, lucrative craps rolls are the stuff of legend in Las Vegas. On May 29, 1989, Stanley Fujitake rolled the bones for an incredible three hours and six minutes. In 2003, a Golden Arm Wall of Fame was created to honor other craps players with exceptional dice-throwing abilities. You can see the Wall of Fame at Fremont casino, and there’s another collection of honors on the bridge between The California and Main Street casino.
23. Rub Buddha’s belly.
In Vegas, you can never have too much rubbing. If you’ve depleted your gambling allowance, you could use a little help with your mojo. Rubbing the Laughing Buddha’s belly for good luck is a time-honored tradition, and there’s a large Buddha statue suitable for rubbing near the hotel registration desk the California casino, just off Fremont Street.
24. Have a brush with poker greats.
Outside the famed Binion’s poker room is suspended a poker table with the autographs of dozens of poker luminaries. Binion’s was the original home of the World Series of Poker, and many of its most famous players appear on this epic piece of Vegas memorabilia. And here’s our final suggestion of something to do if you’ve blown through your gambling allowance.
Related: Five Ways to Improve Your Mojo Before Gambling in a Las Vegas Casino
25. Drink.
Hey, different allowance.
We hope you’ve found something fun to do on our list, and if you discover others, please leave a comment with your suggestion.
Ultimately, one of the best non-gambling things to do on Fremont Street is make new friends. Making new friends is free, and if it’s not, she isn’t looking to be your “friend,” and that’s illegal in Las Vegas!
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Have fun and good luck!
Fremont Street in Downtown Las Vegas is a popular destination for both tourists and locals. There are many reasons why people flock to Fremont Street, but the biggest reason is the CASINOS. These casinos offer better gambling odds and lower table minimums than the casinos on the Strip. The hotel rooms are much cheaper too.
In this post, I’ll cover everything you need to know about the casinos on Fremont Street including table game minimums, restaurants, hotel attractions and room rates.
First, a quick note. There are 12 casinos in Downtown Las Vegas, but only 9 are located directly on Fremont Street. They are all within walking distance so I’ll cover all 12 in this post.
(This map of Downtown Las Vegas is available for free download here.)
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino
- Location: West end of Fremont Street
- Average Room Rate (weekday): $140
- Average Room Rate (weekend): $180
- Rating: 4.3/5 Stars
Casino: The Golden Nugget has the biggest casino floor in Downtown Las Vegas. It’s also one of the nicest. There are thousands of slot machines and a wide variety of table games including: blackjack ($10 minimum), craps ($5 minimum), poker, roulette ($10 minimum) and baccarat. There is also a sports book.
Hotel: Just like the casino, the hotel rooms at the Golden Nugget are among the best in Downtown Las Vegas. The rooms are large and are equipped with plenty of amenities. Expect to pay $140/night during the week and $180/night on the weekend.
Restaurants: The Golden Nugget has a wide variety of restaurants including: Vic & Anthony’s (Steak), Grotto Italian Ristorante, Claim Jumper (Everything), Cadillac Mexican Kitchen, Saltgrass Steak House, The Grille (Everything), Chick-fil-A and Starbucks.
Attractions: There are a few attractions here including: an award winning pool with a shark tank, live concerts, comedy shows, a spa, and a shopping center. There is also a popular bar/nightclub called Troy Liquor Bar.
Parking: Parking is free of hotel guests. Non-guests can self-park for $5/hour with a $20 daily max.
The D Casino & Hotel
- Location: Center/East end of Fremont Street
- Average Room Rate (weekday): $50
- Average Room Rate (weekend): $100
- Rating: 4.3/5 Stars
Casino: The D is one of the few casinos in Las Vegas with a 2-story casino floor. The downstairs casino has “Dancing Dealers” that keep you entertained while you gamble in the Party Pit. Most of the tables games at The D have a $5 minimum including: blackjack, roulette and craps. Other games include slots, video poker, poker, keno, Sigma Derby and a sports book.
Hotel: The D is a solid hotel with great customer service. It competes with the Golden Nugget for the most modern hotel on Fremont Street. Rooms typically go for about $50/night during the week and about $100/night on the weekend. Although prices may shift up or down depending on how busy the hotel is.
Restaurants: There are a couple restaurants at The D including: American Coney Island (American), Andiamo Steakhouse, D Grill (Everything), Coffee Stand at The D and McDonald’s.
Attractions: The D has a showroom where they host concerts and several comedy shows. They also have a few nice bars.
Parking: Parking is free for hotel guests. Non-guests can self-park for $3/hour.
Plaza Hotel & Casino
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- Location: West end of Fremont Street
- Average Room Rate (weekday): $75
- Average Room Rate (weekend): $150
- Rating: 4/5 Stars
Casino: The Plaza Hotel & Casino is geared toward low limit gambling. Table minimums are usually around $5-$10 for blackjack, craps and roulette. This is one of the best places to play blackjack in Las Vegas. They also have a bingo room, poker, video poker, slots, keno and a sports book.
Hotel: The rooms at the Plaza Hotel are great. They have plenty of amenities, like in-room refrigerators and a state of the art fitness center that’s free for guests. Expect to pay around $75/night during the week and about $150/night on weekends.
Restaurants: The Plaza has several of my favorite restaurants in all of Las Vegas. I highly recommend you try Oscar’s Steakhouse and Hash House A Go Go (Everything). Other restaurants include: Pop Up Pizza, Manchu Wok (Chinese), Coffee Bar, Fresh Mexican Grill, McDonald’s and Subway.
Attractions: The Plaza has plenty of shows and events including: stand-up comedy, demolition derby, pickleball tournaments, and Rodeo.
Parking: Parking is free of hotel guests. Self-parking for non-guests cost $5 for 1-4 hours or $10 for 4-24 hours.
Four Queens
- Location: Center of Fremont Street
- Average Room Rate (weekday): $75
- Average Room Rate (weekend): $150
- Rating: 4.2/5 Stars
Casino: The casino floor at the Four Queens is relatively small compared to some of the larger casinos on Fremont Street. However, they do offer plenty of low table minimums ($5-$10) for table games like blackjack, roulette and craps. They also have slots, poker tables, video poker, keno and a sportbook.
Hotel: The rooms here are decent, but the hotel does lack some amenities like a spa, fitness center and pool. But on the bright side, there is no resort fee. Expect to pay about $75/night during the week, and around $150 on the weekend.
Restaurants: There are only two restaurants at the Four Queens: Hugo’s Cellar and Magnolia’s Veranda. Both restaurants have a relatively extensive menu.
Attractions: The Four Queens only has a few shows (a magic show and an Elvis impersonation show).
Parking: Guests have to pay a parking fee of $3/day. Non-guest pay $2/hour with a max of $10.
Circa Resort & Casino
- Location: West end of Fremont Street
- Average Room Rate (weekday): $150
- Average Room Rate (weekend): $200
- Rating: 4.5/5 Stars
(At the time a writing, Circa is less than a month away from its grand opening. Most of the information about the casino is already public, but there are no reviews yet. I’ll come back and update this page once Circa has been open for a few months.)
Casino: Circa has plenty of table games including: blackjack, roulette, craps, poker and baccarat. There are over 1,350 slots and 55 table games in total. They also have a 3-story sports book, which is the largest in all of Las Vegas.
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Hotel: The hotel is the newest in Downtown Las Vegas. And as you can expect, it sets the standard for all Fremont Street hotels. The hotel has 35 floors and 777 rooms. Room rates are expected to be in the $150-$250 range.
Restaurants: Circa has 5 restaurants including: Barry’s (Steak), Saginaw’s (Sandwiches), Victory Burger, 8 East (Asian) and Project BBQ.
Attractions: One of the biggest attractions at Circa is the Swim Stadium. Swim Stadium is a giant 3-level pool designed for watching sporting events. They also have several luxury bars spread throughout the casino.
Parking: The garage at Circa (called the Garage Mahal) is being marketed as the safest and easiest to use parking garage in all of Las Vegas. They even have art installations within the garage. I’ll update the pricing once it becomes available.
Binion’s Hotel Casino
- Location: West end of Fremont Street
- Average Room Rate (weekday): N/A
- Average Room Rate (weekend): N/A
- Rating: 4.2/5 Stars
Casino: The casino at Binion’s is one of the oldest on Fremont Street. Table minimums are around ($5-$10) for games like blackjack, roulette and craps. There are also hundreds of slot machines, video poker machines and a sports book. Binion’s is most well known for it’s poker room, which used to host the World Series of Poker.
Hotel: Binion’s doesn’t have an official hotel, but you can book a room at the Apache Hotel (which is located inside Binion’s). The rooms are small, but there is no resort fee. The prices are fair and hover around $35/night during the week and are about $100/night on the weekend.
Restaurants: I’m a big fan of the Top of Binion’s Steakhouse, which offers a great view of the city from the 24th floor. The casino is also home to Benny’s Smokin’ BBQ, Binion’s Cafe (Everything) and Binion’s Deli (Sandwiches).
Attractions: Binion’s has a hypnosis show, and a few bars. It also does tours of the historic hotel and casino.
Parking: Guests have to pay a parking fee of $3/day. Non-guest pay $2/hour with a max of $10.
Golden Gate Hotel & Casino
- Location: West end of Fremont Street
- Average Room Rate (weekday): $50
- Average Room Rate (weekend): $100
- Rating: 4.1/5 Stars
Casino: The Golden Gate is the longest standing casino in Las Vegas. It has all of the classic table games and slot machines. Table minimums for roulette, blackjack and craps usually start around $5-$10. The Golden Gate has poker too, but unfortunately there is no sports book.
Hotel: The hotel rooms are on the small side, but they have all of the basic amenities. There is no fitness center or spa at this hotel. Expect rates during the week to be around $50/night and $100/night on the weekend.
Restaurants: There are no restaurants here.
Attractions: The Golden Gate has a few bars, but that’s it for entertainment besides the casino.
Parking: Guests park for fee. Non-guest pay $3/hour with a max of $20.
Fremont Hotel & Casino
- Location: Center of Fremont Street
- Average Room Rate (weekday): $50
- Average Room Rate (weekend): $100
- Rating: 4.3/5 Stars
Casino: The Fremont Casino has slots, blackjack, roulette, craps, poker, video poker, a sports book and keno. The blackjack and craps tables often set table limits as low as $3 (more recently it has been $5)!
Hotel: This is an older hotel, so the rooms are on the smaller side. There is also no fitness center, spa or pool (although you’re given access to the pool at the California across the street). Expect to pay about $50/night during the week and $100 on the weekend.
Restaurants: The Fremont Casino has several restaurants, all of them with a diverse menu. They include the Second Street Grill, Paradise Cafe, Tony Roma’s (Ribs, Steak & Seafood), Lanai Express (America & Chinese) and Dunkin’ Donuts.
Attractions: The Fremont Casinos has comedy shows, concerts and bars.
Parking: Hotel guests always park for free. Non-guests have to pay $8 (Mon-Thur) and $15 (Fri-Sun).
El Cortez Hotel & Casino
- Location: East end of Fremont Street
- Average Room Rate (weekday): $30
- Average Room Rate (weekend): $75
- Rating: 4.1/5 Stars
Casino: El Cortez is one of the most player friendly casinos in Las Vegas. Their blackjack, craps and roulette tables often have betting limits as low as $2-$5. They also have poker, video poker, slots, keno and a sportsbook.
Hotel: El Cortez is a vintage hotel so the rooms are smaller. Although small, the rooms have been updated recently to make them more modern. The hotel does have a fitness center, but there is no pool. Prices here are typically very affordable. Expect to pay about $30/night during the week and about $75/night on the weekend.
Restaurants: Dining options at El Cortez include: Siegel’S 1941 (Everything), Eureka (Burgers & Wings) and Subway.
Attractions: El Cortez has several bars and live concerts.
Parking: Hotel guests can park for free. Non-guests have to pay $5 (Mon-Fri) and $10 (Sat-Sun).
Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino
- Location: 2 blocks north of Fremont Street
- Average Room Rate (weekday): $50
- Average Room Rate (weekend): $100
- Rating: 4.2/5 Stars
Casino: Most table games at the Downtown Grand (craps, roulette and blackjack) have $5 minimums. They also have slot machines, video poker and a sports book.
Hotel: The rooms at the Downtown Grand are very modern compared to many of the other hotels in the area. There is both a fitness center and pool. Expect to pay around $50/night during the week and $100/night on the weekend.
Restaurants: There are several restaurants at the Downtown Grand including: Freedom Beat (America), Triple George Grill (Steak & Seafood) and Pizza Rock (Italian).
Attractions: Entertainment at here includes the rooftop pool deck, comedy shows and bars. It’s also directly across the street from the Mob Museum.
Parking: Hotel guests get free parking. Non-guests staying for 4 hours must pay $10, or $15 if you stay more than 12 hours.
California Hotel & Casino
- Location: 1 block north of Fremont Street
- Average Room Rate (weekday): $50
- Average Room Rate (weekend): $100
- Rating: 4.2/5 Stars
Casino: Similar to The D, The California has a 2-story casino. Like many of the casinos in Downtown Las Vegas, the Cal offers $5 blackjack, craps and roulette. They also have slots, poker, video poker, keno and a sports book.
Hotel: The rooms at the Cal are pretty modern and have all of the usually amenities. There is also a rooftop pool and fitness center available for guests. Expect to pay $50/night during the week and $100/night on the weekend.
Restaurants: The Cal has plenty of restaurants including: Redwood Steakhouse, California Noodle House (Asian), Market Street Cafe (Everything) and Aloha Specialties (Hawaiian).
Attractions: Besides the casino, bars and restaurants, there isn’t too much to do at the Cal.
Parking: Parking is free for hotel guests. Non-guest can self-park for $8/day (Mon-Thur) or $15 (Fri-Sun).
Main Street Station Casino Brewery Hotel
- Location: 2 blocks north of Fremont Street
- Average Room Rate (weekday): $60
- Average Room Rate (weekend): $120
- Rating: 4.2/5 Stars
Casino: The Main Street Station has one of the smallest casinos in Downtown Las Vegas. It offers table games like roulette, blackjack and craps with table minimums starting around $5-$10. The casino also has slots, poker and video poker.
Hotel: The hotel rooms at here are small, but comfortable. There is no fitness center or pool, but guests have access the the facilities at the Cal. Expect to pay about $60/night during the week and $120/night on the weekend.
Restaurants: The casino is also a brewery, so you’re in for a treat if you like beer. Dining options at the Main Street Casino include: Triple 7 Restaurant and Microbrewery (American & Sushi) and the Garden Court Buffet (Everything).
Attractions: Besides the brewery and casino, there isn’t much entertainment here.
Parking: Parking is free for hotel guests. Non-guest can self-park for $8/day (Mon-Thur) or $15 (Fri-Sun).