M&M World<\/a>. Here you will find four floors of shopping, colorful displays, and of course, candy. There is a massive M&M wall where you can try (buy) every flavor and see every color of M&M.<\/p>\nThere is a free movie on the third floor and a race car on the fourth, so be sure to visit all the floors. Also on the third floor is the Welcome to Las Vegas sign — M&M’s style — complete with M&M’s characters. It’s a great photo opportunity whether or not you see the “official” sign and probably a lot more fun for kids.<\/p>\n
The giant M&M’s character statues make for a bold and bright shopping experience.<\/p>\nCoca Cola Bear Coke Las Vegas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe Coca-Cola Store<\/strong><\/h3>\nLike going to Hershey World and M&M World, you can choose whether you want to buy anything here. The Coca-Cola Store is another worldwide brand which makes it fun to see. We are used to buying their products on a shelf, not walking into an entire world with their products displayed floor-to-ceiling.<\/p>\n
This store spans two floors. On the first floor, you can take free photos (with your own camera) with the Coca-Cola polar bear. In addition to merchandise, they have a tasting area (for a fee) on the second floor. Or you can buy a Coke at the counter. Be sure to take a picture outside by the giant Coca-Cola bottle.<\/p>\n
Paris Las Vegas<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe Paris boasts a massive Eiffel Tower outside. You may want to just stand across the street for a picture.<\/p>\n
Miracle Mile Shops <\/strong><\/h3>\nInside the Miracle Mile Shops mall is an amazing free show. Beginning at 11am and running every hour Monday – Thursday, you can enjoy their Rainstorm Show. It runs every half hour Friday – Sunday.<\/p>\n
Bellagio Hotel and Casino <\/strong><\/h3>\nFountains at Bellagio<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery half hour until 8pm you can enjoy the incredible fountain show at Bellagio. Prepare to be awed by the dancing water, music, and lights. Get there a little early to enjoy it from the railing, though there is a huge area with plenty of places no matter where you stand. After 8pm, the fountains run every 15 minutes until midnight.<\/p>\nBellagio Chihuly ceiling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nChihuly ceiling<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nWe watched the fountain show and then proceeded to the main hotel entrance. Located right across from the front lobby service desk is the famed Chihuly ceiling. This is a very popular attraction at Bellagio. They estimate between 15,000 – 20,000 people come in to view the ceiling and the Bellagio Conservatory each day.<\/p>\n
While it was crowded when we were there, it wasn’t terrible. We were able to take the time to see what we wanted. The Chihuly ceiling spans over 2,100 square feet.<\/p>\n
From there you can see and walk over to the Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens. They change it for the seasons. You will see plants and decorations everywhere you turn.<\/p>\n
Caesars Palace<\/strong><\/h3>\nInside the Caesars Forum Shops is another free thing to do in Las Vegas.<\/p>\n
Fall of Atlantis show<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nThey have a show about the story of Atlantis. It’s called Fall of Atlantis. The first show is at 11am. Shows are on the hour until 10pm or 11pm (Friday – Sunday). This free show will wow young ones. It incorporates water, fire, and talking 9-foot statues.<\/p>\n
Saltwater Aquarium at Caesars<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\nIn addition, there is a 50,000 gallon saltwater aquarium you will want to see. It’s free to view it. It boasts over 100 species of marine life, including sharks, and tropical puffers. You can plan to view it during one of their feeding times which will make it even more exciting. They also offer aquarium tours (for a fee).<\/p>\n
The Mirage Hotel<\/h3>\nVolcano Show is free<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nAs you continue your way down the Strip, be sure to check out the Mirage’s free Volcano show at 8pm and 9pm. The volcano erupts just twice a day during the week. They add a third show on the weekends.<\/p>\n
Note, in the past, the volcano show ran every half hour. Seeing the volcano show should be on your top list of free things to do in Las Vegas. We saw it years earlier and were stunned at how great it was. Kids young and old will be mesmerized seeing the volcano eruption and the fire.<\/p>\n