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For families searching for educational things to do in Las Vegas, consider museums that range from traditional to wild. The Discover Children's Museum is ready to help run off little ones' excess energy, while the Neon Museum offers a great view of an American advertising tradition. For older kids and teens, Bodies: The Exhibition and the National Atomic Testing Museum are chances to discuss biology and history. And if you're leaving the kids at home, the Burlesque Hall of Fame, Mob Museum, and other similarly grown-up museums are waiting to detail Vegas's scintillating past and present.

While you're in Las Vegas be sure to take in the sights of the Strip. You can walk along the main drag, perhaps while sipping on a margarita, and admire the glitz and lights of Las Vegas's famed hotels, malls, and attractions. Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum is right in the heart of things and perfect for pictures and selfies with "celebrities." Don't forget to plan time for Vegas's famous shows. From traditional showgirl reviews and resident singers to Cirque du Soleil's stunning offerings, Las Vegas is chock full of entertainment just waiting for you to arrive.