Las Vegas is like a big bowl. Geographically speaking, it is a valley surrounded by mountain ranges, which protect it from storms and tornadoes. This also allows this desert city to showcase many beautiful sunsets throughout the year.
There are a couple of places where you can drink and dine or do indoor or outdoor activities in front of a jaw-dropping Las Vegas sunset. Or perhaps you can simply have your peace of mind while staring at the horizon and thinking about nothing as the sun goes down.
Stratosphere Observation Deck
Being the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States, the Stratosphere Observation Deck is a celebrated spot to get interesting snapshots of the Vegas skyline from different vantage points. This tower is part of the Stratosphere Hotel and Casino located on the north side of the Las Vegas Strip. It allows you to see the sunset through its awe-inspiring 360-degree view of the city.
You can watch a majestic desert sunset at the Indoor Observation Deck, which features angled windows for a cozy, air-conditioned space to dine out or simply have a good time. If you’re looking for a more daring experience, you can check out the Outdoor Observation Deck for a better feel of being more than 1,000 feet above the ground. This place also offers the thrilling Outdoor Tower Rides. If you want to have a beer, a cocktail, or even a non-alcoholic drink with you as you witness the sun retire from the sky, the AirBar, the highest bar in Vegas, is a must-try.
Paris Las Vegas’ Eiffel Tower
Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Casino houses an accurate half-scale replica of the famous European landmark Eiffel Tower. This romantic location is situated 460 feet above the heart of the Las Vegas Strip. To reach it, you ride an elevator that provides a breathtaking rise from the ground to a panoramic view of the Las Vegas Valley, a sight that often looks marvelous during sunset. An elevator guide also points out the various landmarks around the city.
Also high atop Paris Las Vegas is the Eiffel Tower Restaurant, which serves exquisite cuisine and an extensive wine list. A renowned destination for sunset dining, it presents an enchanting view of the Las Vegas sundown, which is best enjoyed during a dinner by a window table.
Rio’s VooDoo Lounge
Fifty stories high on top of the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino stands the esteemed spot called the VooDoo Lounge, an ideal place to see vibrant views of Las Vegas. Being on the west of the Las Vegas Strip, it showcases a great expanse of the cityscape and the valley’s desert landscape from a distance. This leads to a magnificent canvas of the sun kissing the mountains as it steadily goes down, while the city lights slowly start brightening up the evening sky.
After an exciting elevator ride, a dance floor and outdoor patio greet your arrival at the VooDoo Lounge. You can check out its impressive open air bar for food and drinks. It is also a famous area for dancing the night away, with a fine DJ typically leading people to the dance floor.
