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Photo courtesy of Springs Preserve
Springs Preserve
Type: Family Friendly, Outdoor Activities, Parks, Reserves
10Best Says
Located minutes from the Strip, this award-winning 180-acre family destination is dedicated to exploring green-living, desert life and Las Vegas' vibrant history through botanical gardens, interactive... Read More
Located minutes from the Strip, this award-winning 180-acre family destination is dedicated to exploring green-living, desert life and Las Vegas' vibrant history through botanical gardens, interactive science and nature exhibits, animal shows and trails. Families can interact with hands-on exhibits at the Origen Museum to learn more about the Las Vegas Valley, or venture outside and observe native wildlife to see what kinds of animals live in the harsh environment of the Mojave Desert. Be sure to try out the simulated flash flood exhibit, which recreates a common phenomenon in this region of the United States, and don't miss the Butterfly Habitat in the Botanical Gardens, on display from early March through the end of May, weather permitting.
Hours:
- Daily 9am-5pm
Admissions:
- Adult $18.95; Senior (65+) $17.05; Student (18+) $17.05; Child (5-17) $10.95; Child (4 and under) Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Terrisa Meeks
Las Vegas Local Expert
- Things to Do with Kids: "The Divine Cafe is the Springs restaurant, and it serves a selection of salads, burgers and small pizzas. It also offers a kids menu with a burger, chicken tenders, mac 'n cheese and a Healthy Kid Tray with grilled chicken or tofu, veggies, rice, grapes and carrot sticks."
- Parks: "The Springs Preserve is one of Las Vegas' most family-friendly attractions, and the hands-on Origen Museum is especially fun for kids. Don't miss the flash flood exhibit--it's a rare opportunity to see this natural phenomenon recreated."
- Things to Do in December: "During December, Springs Preserve is home to the Holiday Express, a train that goes to Santa's magical village. Activities include pictures with Santa, cookie decorating and crafts."
- Best for Things to Do with Kids Because: The Springs Preserve has a collection of museums, walking trails and gardens designed to be family-friendly.
- Best for Parks Because: The expansive Springs Preserve has museums, a botanical garden and butterfly habitat plus over three miles of trails.
- Best for Things to Do in December Because: With its combination of trails and museums, the Springs Preserve gives visitors plenty of interesting and educational things to do year-round.
