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Fun Dungeon at Excalibur
The Strip’s go-to family arcade and midway — carnival games, claw machines, and prize redemption, right inside the castle.
I’ve lived in Las Vegas my whole life, and the Fun Dungeon is one of those low-key spots I always forget the tourists don’t know about. It’s the arcade and midway tucked inside Excalibur, and it’s honestly a lifesaver on the Strip — a place where the kids can burn off energy, win a few prizes, and you can grab a Dairy Queen without spending a fortune or fighting a two-hour wait. If you’re traveling with family, or you just want a break from the casino floor, this is an easy, fun stop.
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What you’ll find inside the Fun Dungeon
Classic midway games
This is the part that feels like a state fair set down in the middle of the Strip — carnival-style midway games like basketball toss and whack-a-clown, staffed and ready to go. It’s the easiest way to hand the kids a few plays and watch them light up when they win.
Video games, retro and new
The arcade mixes old favorites with modern titles, so it works for the grandparents who grew up feeding quarters into cabinets and for the kids who want the newest screens. There’s a genuinely big selection here, which is why it stays busy.
King’s Kranes
If your family is anything like mine, the claw machines are the whole event. King’s Kranes is a wall of claw machines inside the Fun Dungeon — plenty of chances to reach for that one stuffed animal everyone’s eyeing. Fair warning: it’s addictive.
Immersive 4D experience
There’s a 4D theater here too, where the seats move and the effects hit while the movie plays. It’s a nice change of pace when you want to sit down for a few minutes between rounds of games.
Tickets and prize redemption
Win tickets across the games and cash them in at the redemption counter for prizes. Little tip from a local: let the kids pool their tickets toward one bigger prize instead of grabbing candy right away — it makes the whole visit feel like an accomplishment.
Dairy Queen at the door
There’s a Dairy Queen right at the entrance, which makes this an easy one-stop for a treat and a Blizzard when everyone needs a break. On a hot Vegas afternoon, that alone is worth the walk over.
Plan your visit
Where: Inside Excalibur Hotel & Casino, 3850 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89109 — on the south end of the Strip near the MGM Grand and Luxor.
What to expect: A family-friendly arcade and midway with carnival games, retro and modern video games, King’s Kranes claw machines, a 4D theater, ticket-based prize redemption, and a Dairy Queen at the entrance. It’s wheelchair accessible.
Good to know: Hours and pricing vary and can change — check the official Excalibur site before you head over so you’re not caught off guard.
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