When it comes to the lively and eclectic heart of Las Vegas, the Fremont Street Experience stands out as a must-visit destination in Las Vegas. Tucked away in the historic downtown area, Fremont Street offers a unique atmosphere that hooks both locals and tourists alike.
What is the Fremont Street?
The Fremont Street is a pedestrian mall situated in downtown Las Vegas. It is lined with open bars, casinos, street food courts, a huge zip line, and music shows.
It is also home to some of the most well-known neon signs in the Silver State, giving it the nickname “Glitter Gulch” and working as the ideal backdrop for television series and films.
History of Fremont Street:
Built in 1905, Fremont Street was the first paved street in Las Vegas to open in 1925. Fremont Street was the hub of the Las Vegas Valley’s home gambling scene long before gambling was made legal and the Las Vegas Strip evolved into what it is today.
In an effort to lure more people to Fremont Street, casinos started to put up the most extravagant neon signs in the world, such as Vegas Vic, a 90-foot-tall neon cowboy, double dice, martini glasses, and silver slippers.
The Glittering Canopy:
The Viva Vision canopy is the centerpiece of the Fremont Street Experience. This 1,500-foot-long LED display is located 90 feet above the ground, making it one of the biggest in the world. At night, the canopy comes to life with stunning light shows. The world’s largest video screen hosts hourly nighttime shows celebrating some of Nevada’s most iconic characters, including Area 51, racing cars, patriotic displays, and more. A 550,000-watt sound system plays music throughout the Fremont Street Experience when light shows aren’t taking place.
SlotZilla Zip Line
A thrilling zip line experience is offered at SlotZilla for those who crave an adrenaline rush. Riders get a bird’s-eye view of the bustling scene as they soar above the crowds. With its unique perspective of Fremont Street, the Zip Line offers both seated and superhero-style flying.
The Golden Nugget Casino Experience:
The Golden Nugget Casino, located on Fremont Street in Las Vegas, boasts a 200,000-gallon shark aquarium that you can see through a glass, go through on a waterslide, or take a guided tour with one of the hotel’s marine biologists to get up close and personal with. You can see shark feeding in action and discover all about the various species of sharks during the tour. Don’t miss out on, the hand of faith, the world’s largest golden nugget inside the golden nugget hotel.
Eclectic dining at Fremont Street:
The street offers diverse options for dining from classic restaurants to open-top bars and street food and cocktails. In one word, it is a haven for foodies.
Opening time & Closing time:
The Fremont Street is alive 24 hours a day and seven days a week.
Entry Fees & Tickets:
Entering the street is free to all and most of the concerts and shows are free too.
How to reach Fremont Street?
You can take a cab to one of the casinos of the Fremont or drive to downtown Las Vegas which exits at 95 South. You can park at any casino or park at the Fremont Street parking garage at 111s. 4th Street.
There’s a 9 pm curfew for minors on Fridays, Saturdays, and other holidays. So, a minor has to be accompanied by an adult.
What’s new at Fremont Street?
With a free Downtown Hoedown concert that includes live performances by country music stars Eli Young Band, LOCASH, Shane Smith & The Saints, Priscilla Block, and Bryan Martin, Fremont Street Experience will officially kick off the 2023 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.
Whether you’re drawn to the captivating light shows, live entertainment, or the vintage charm, Fremont Street invites you to explore a different side of Las Vegas. It’s a place where the spirit of Vegas thrives, and every visit promises a new and exciting experience.