The Las Vegas Strip Map: Your Complete Guide
The map, what sits where from Sahara Avenue to Russell Road, how to actually get around, and the local rules visitors always ask me about.
The Map, and Where the Strip Actually Is
Here is the part most visitors never realize.
The Strip is not in the city of Las Vegas at all. It sits just south of the city limits in unincorporated Clark County, in the communities of Winchester and Paradise.
That distinction matters more than you would think, because it decides which local laws apply on the boulevard. The Strip runs along Las Vegas Boulevard South, roughly from Sahara Avenue on the north end down to Russell Road on the south end, about 4.2 miles. The main zip code for the resort corridor is 89109. Zoom and drag the map below to get your bearings before your trip.
The Strip North to South
A written map of what sits where, starting at Sahara Avenue and heading south.
Street numbers mean nothing out here. Locals navigate by resort, so here is the boulevard the way we actually picture it. I have watched half of these get built, and a few get torn down.
North End at Sahara Avenue
The Sahara, open since 1952 and the oldest resort still standing on the Strip. The STRAT and its tower sit just north of Sahara Avenue, technically across the line in the city of Las Vegas.
The New North Strip
Resorts World (opened 2021) and Fontainebleau (opened December 2023) are the two newest resorts on the boulevard, with Circus Circus, one of the old-timers, holding down its corner between them.
Wynn and the Venetian Corner
Wynn and Encore on the east side, the Venetian and Palazzo across from them, and the Sphere glowing just behind the Venetian campus. This stretch is where the north Strip starts feeling busy again.
Center Strip, West Side
Treasure Island, then the construction site where the guitar-shaped Hard Rock is rising on the old Mirage footprint (opening planned for 2027), then Caesars Palace and the Bellagio with its fountains.
Center Strip, East Side
Harrah’s, The LINQ and its High Roller wheel, Flamingo, Horseshoe, Paris with the half-scale Eiffel Tower, and Planet Hollywood. The pedestrian bridges at Flamingo Road are the crossroads of the whole Strip.
CityCenter and the Cosmopolitan
The Cosmopolitan, then the CityCenter cluster: Vdara, Aria, and the Shops at Crystals, with Park MGM at the south edge. Modern towers, and the free tram threads right through them.
South Strip
New York New York and MGM Grand face off at Tropicana Avenue, then Excalibur, the Luxor pyramid, and Mandalay Bay finish the row, with T-Mobile Arena tucked in behind New York New York.
The South End at Russell Road
The old Tropicana corner is now the construction site for the Athletics’ ballpark. Allegiant Stadium sits just across I-15, and the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign stands about a mile south of Mandalay Bay.
Getting Around the Strip
The right option depends on how far you are going and which side of the boulevard you are on.
The Las Vegas Monorail
Seven stations along the east side: MGM Grand, Horseshoe/Paris, Flamingo/Caesars Palace, Harrah’s/The LINQ, the Convention Center, Westgate, and Sahara. Fastest way to cover a long distance without traffic. It does not go to the airport or downtown. Expect roughly $6 for a single ride, less online and with multi-day passes, and Nevada residents ride at a local discount with state ID. Confirm current fares and hours at lvmonorail.com.
The Free Resort Trams
Two free tram lines on the west side: one links Bellagio, the Shops at Crystals, Aria, and Park MGM, and another connects Excalibur, Luxor, and Mandalay Bay. Completely free and perfect for short hops between neighbors. Routes shift as resorts change, so check before counting on a specific stop.
The Deuce
The double-decker bus that runs the length of the Strip and continues downtown to Fremont Street, which is the one trip the monorail cannot make. Cheap, frequent, and the easy link between the Strip and downtown.
Rideshare and Taxis
Uber and Lyft both operate here and usually beat a taxi on price. One local quirk: Strip pickups are routed to designated spots, often inside the parking garages rather than at the front door, so follow the app’s pickup instructions. Taxis are plentiful but generally pricier for the same trip.
Walking it? The full 4.2 miles takes most people an hour and a half to two hours of actual walking, and longer once you stop to look at things. Wear genuinely comfortable shoes, not cute ones, and in summer carry water. The distances between properties are longer than they look.
Where to Park on the Strip
The days of universally free parking are over.
Las Vegas has some of the biggest parking garages in the country, but many Strip resorts now charge for both self-parking and valet, and the rates and policies keep changing. Some off-Strip and locals-oriented casinos still park you for free. If free parking matters to you, check the specific resort’s current policy before you go, because this is one of the fastest-moving details in town. Hotel guests often get parking included with resort fees, which is worth checking when you book.
Can You Drink on the Strip?
Yes, and it is one of the things that makes Vegas, Vegas.
As long as you are 21 or older, walking the Strip with an open container is legal, because you are in unincorporated Clark County rather than the stricter city.
But there are real rules underneath that freedom:
There is heavy police presence and camera coverage along the boulevard. Enjoy the souvenir cup, keep it civil, and you will never have a problem.
The Strip tears down its past to build its future. It always has. Half the job of a Strip map is just keeping up.
Common Questions
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How long does it take to walk the whole Strip?
About an hour and a half to two hours of actual walking for the full 4.2 miles, and realistically longer once you factor in stopping to look at things, crossing at the footbridges, and cutting through casinos.
What is the oldest casino on the Strip?
The Sahara, open since 1952, is the oldest resort still standing on the Strip. The Golden Gate, El Cortez, Golden Nugget, and Binion’s are all older, but those are downtown on Fremont Street, which is a different part of town. The Tropicana, one of the last 1950s originals, closed in 2024 and was imploded for the Athletics’ ballpark, and the Mirage closed the same year to become the Hard Rock.
How far is Fremont Street from the Strip?
Fremont Street and its light canopy are a separate district north of the Strip, roughly a 10 to 15 minute drive up Las Vegas Boulevard or I-15 depending on traffic. It is several miles on foot, so take the Deuce bus, a rideshare, or drive. Fremont Street also has its own rules, including a ban on both glass and cans in the pedestrian mall.
Where is the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign?
On a median on Las Vegas Boulevard South, about a mile south of Mandalay Bay, past the main cluster of resorts. Designed by Betty Willis in 1959, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2013. There is a small dedicated parking lot next to it, so driving is the easiest way to get the photo. Walking there from the south Strip is a longer, less scenic hike than people expect.
What age do you need to be to gamble or drink?
Both are 21 in Nevada, with a government-issued photo ID to prove it. The same 21 minimum applies to checking into most hotels on your own. Anyone under 21 counts as a minor for gaming purposes and cannot play or linger in the gaming areas.
Is there a curfew in Las Vegas?
Clark County has a curfew for minors. Broadly, unaccompanied kids under 18 have earlier curfew hours on weeknights and slightly later hours on weekends, holidays, and summer, and the rules for minors on the Strip specifically are stricter. If you are traveling with teens, check the current county curfew rules before you go.
Is the Strip actually in the city of Las Vegas?
No. The Strip sits just south of the city limits in the unincorporated communities of Winchester and Paradise, which fall under Clark County. That is why some rules on the Strip, like open containers on foot, differ from the city itself.
Details like fares, hours, parking fees, and which resorts are open change frequently in Las Vegas. This guide is for general information. Please verify current specifics with the venue or operator before your trip.
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Lori Ballen
I’ve lived in Las Vegas since I was five years old. I’ve watched the Strip reinvent itself more times than I can count, and I’ve built my real estate career in this valley. If you’re visiting and start wondering what it would be like to stay, reach out anytime at lori@loriballen.com.
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