The 15 Best Las Vegas Thrill Rides and Observation Decks

1.Las Vegas Strip: The High Roller at The LINQ Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,266 reviews · 3 days · from $28Our pick

Meet at the High Roller box office in the LINQ Hotel for a slow, steady 30-minute rotation in an air-conditioned cabin. You can choose daytime views of the mountains or an evening ride above the glowing Strip. The audio tour points out landmarks as they appear.

“We really enjoyed the High Roller as you get incredible views of Vegas even half way up never mind after you’ve scaled to the summit. We appreciated the POD having AC to offer some relief from the Vegas heat (we visited in August!). The pace the ferris wheel rotated also provided ample opportunity to catch some great videos and photos. All in all the experience takes around 30 minutes to complete. The only negative we had was that we didn’t want a photo taking at the beginning of the experience and one of the staff we felt was quite rude - we’ve been to plenty of attractions in other countries…”

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2.High Roller Wheel Admission Ticket at The LINQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,379 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $22

Board the climate-controlled High Roller at The LINQ for one slow, smooth 30-minute rotation above Las Vegas. Choose a daytime, sunset, or night ride, then add the Happy Half Hour option for an open bar and in-cabin bartender. Pods are spacious, but may hold up to 35 people.

“Well organized, easy access, thoughtful friendly staff and the ride with the amazing views of the night Las Vegas were wonderful. Thank you!”

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3.STRAT Tower Observation Deck Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,469 reviews · 1 day · from $26

Visit the STRAT Tower observation deck for sweeping day and night views across Las Vegas Valley. Your ticket covers the climate-controlled indoor deck, outdoor viewing areas, floor-to-ceiling windows, and viewfinders. Plan your visit near sunset, then watch the Strip light up.

“Strat is worth a look from height. The rides start after 2:30pm. The city look pretty. The sunset must be amazing!”

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4.High Roller Entry Ticket with In-Cabin Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,278 reviews · 30 min · from $68

You’ll ride the High Roller at the LINQ for one 30-minute rotation in a 21-and-over cabin with an open bar and bartender. Sip cocktails while taking in the Sphere, Bellagio fountains, Strip lights, desert, and mountain views. Bartenders such as Jose and Cheryl have been praised for drinks, photos, and lively service.

“The High Roller open bar experience was an unforgettable way to take in the Las Vegas skyline. Despite being 550 feet in the air, the ride felt surprisingly smooth, making it easy to relax and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of the Strip. The highlight, however, was our bartender Cheryl, who really brought the energy. She kept the drinks flowing and the atmosphere lively, making sure everyone was having a great time. The combination of stunning views, great company, and Cheryl's infectious enthusiasm made this experience one of the most fun and unique ways to enjoy the city. Highly recommended for anyone looking to elevate their Vegas experience”

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5.Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,064 reviews · 3 days · from $19Best value

Visit the Eiffel Tower viewing deck at Paris Las Vegas with a flexible ticket valid for three days. Ride the glass elevator 460 feet up, hear an English overview from the lift guide, and watch the Bellagio fountains and Strip lights from the 360-degree platform.

“The view was beautifully panoramic! I do recommend going at 3 p.m. or after in order to see the fountain show from Bellagio. Military gets a 20% discount at the counter, but either way, it was a wonderful experience and my wife and I would do it again!”

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6.Happy Half Hour on The High Roller at The LINQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 846 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $53

Spend 30 minutes above the Las Vegas Strip in an air-conditioned High Roller cabin with a full open bar and in-cabin bartender. You must be 21 or older. Expect city views, recorded commentary, seating, floor-to-ceiling windows, and easy access to The LINQ’s restaurants, bars, and shops afterward.

“Amazing 360 views of Vegas. Happy hour was great! Quiet, peaceful, and romantic with great selection of drinks.”

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7.The Sphere Experience — The Wizard of Oz

Step into Sphere Las Vegas for a 75-minute presentation of the 1939 Wizard of Oz. You will follow Dorothy along the yellow brick road through wraparound 360-degree visuals, haptic seats, environmental effects, remastered music, humanoid robots, machine-learning artwork, and sound demonstrations.

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8.Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck Admission Ticket at Paris Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 712 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $31

Ride a high-speed elevator 46 stories up the half-scale Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas. From the open-air viewing deck, look over the Strip, Bellagio fountains, Sphere, airport, and Mojave Desert. Use your mobile ticket anytime within three days, weather and operating hours permitting.

“This was a fun thing to do in Vegas. We did it on our second night here and were able to see the Bellagio fountain show from the deck as well as the Sphere.”

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9.STRAT Tower Thrill Rides Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 469 reviews · 1 day · from $33

Head to The STRAT for SkyPod access and one or two rides on Big Shot or X-Scream. Shoot 160 feet upward at 45 mph, tip over the tower’s edge, and take in Las Vegas from 1,149 feet. Insanity is currently closed indefinitely.

“Great fun experience with the best views of Vegas. The rides were so much fun with that view!”

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10.The STRAT Tower Observation Deck Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 277 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $28

Visit the STRAT’s 1,149-foot observation deck at your own pace. Ride the high-speed elevator, compare indoor and outdoor views, take photos, and stop at Air Bar or 108 Drinks for a snack or cocktail. The ticket may let you return later the same day, making sunset especially worthwhile.

“First time in this place and when we get to the top, we couldn’t see anything out the window! Very foggy! Wish we can get our refund back!!”

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11.Rouge: The Sexiest Show in Vegas at the STRAT Hotel and Casino

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 266 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $83

Spend about 70 minutes at Rouge inside The STRAT, where topless burlesque, aerial work, contortion, comedy, hand balancing, and audience interaction share one stage. Choose standard or VIP seating, then continue your Las Vegas night on the Strip.

“The costumes were fabulous and the dancing was fun. Loved the entire show, it was better than I expected.”

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12.LA Comedy Club at The STRAT Hotel and Casino

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 262 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Spend about 70 minutes at the LA Comedy Club inside The STRAT. Each week brings a new lineup, with comics ranging from national headliners to rising acts. Choose General Admission or VIP seating, and expect adult humor, audience interaction, and drinks available for purchase.

“Great time! I would definitely recommend and also go back next time I’m back in Vegas. Always a night to remember.”

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13.ROUGE Live Show at the STRAT Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 185 reviews · 1h 30m · from $77

Spend 90 minutes at the STRAT watching 18 performers combine aerial stunts, contortion, balancing acts, comedy, dance, and burlesque. ROUGE is an adults-only production with clothed and topless scenes, bold costumes, music, video, lighting, and playful audience interaction.

“Very nice show, the acts were quite impressive and the cast very talented. I definitely recommend it!”

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14.iLuminate Show at The STRAT Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 124 reviews · from $73

See iLuminate at The STRAT for 65 minutes of LED-lit dance, music, comedy, illusion, and technology. Created by dancer and software engineer Miral Kotb, the show moves through Club iLuminate with wireless light suits and crowd interaction. Admission costs $73 per person.

“Really easy to exchange the Get Your Guide QR code for actual tickets at the box office. The lady at the door was friendly, helpful and a character, she made us excited and ready for the show. The show itself was fun, different and funny. It was a surprise for my husbands birthday. He is not keen on shows much but as this was cool technology and different, knew he would enjoy it and he did. We had a VIP table, right next to the stage which was great but maybe a little too close to fully enjoy the show. Recommended for families and anyone who fancies something different.Read more”

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15.STRAT SkyJump Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 114 reviews · 1 day · from $135

Step off the STRAT’s 108th floor, 829 feet above the Las Vegas Strip, and descend on a controlled vertical zip line at up to 40 mph. You’ll receive a safety briefing, jumpsuit, harness, and one SkyJump. Personal cameras are not allowed, but friends can watch from the tower.

“very professional. Great Experience....One more thing off my bucket list!!”

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