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Hoover Dam Tours from Las Vegas: Award-Winning Mini-Tour
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What This Is
Did you know tours can win awards? Winner of Viator's "Experience Award" three times, this top-rated Hoover Dam tour from Las Vegas gets up close and personal to this engineering marvel. As one of the best Hoover Dam tours available, this is a premier adventure choice if you're looking for an impactful Hoover Dam tour without spending a full day.
Beginning with a convenient pickup, this Hoover Dam tour from Vegas includes transport in comfortable Mercedes Sprinter vans, with up to 14 travelers. You'll journey to historic Boulder City, then check out Lake Mead before walking on top of the mighty Hoover Dam itself. You can also customize your trip and add an optional stop at the Seven Magic Mountains, a vibrant art piece in the desert. This journey is ideal for adults and older kids interested in history and engineering.
Best Parts
Award-Winning Experience: Enjoy a tour that's been recognized three times by Viator for its quality.
Small Group Setting: Travel in a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter van with a maximum of 14 people.
Hotel Pickup Included: Get picked up and dropped off at select hotels on the Las Vegas Strip.
See Hoover Dam Up Close: Walk on top of the Hoover Dam and learn about its history and engineering.
Visit Lake Mead: See the beautiful Lake Mead, one of the largest reservoirs in the United States.
Optional Seven Magic Mountains Stop: Add a visit to the colorful Seven Magic Mountains art installation.
Customer Reviews
Most customers think this tour is a great way to see the Hoover Dam quickly and comfortably. They like the small group size and the friendly guides, but some wish for more time at each location.
Customers really like the small group size, which makes the tour feel more personal.
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Many people mention the tour guides being friendly and knowledgeable.
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The Mercedes Sprinter vans are comfortable and make the ride enjoyable.
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Visitors appreciate seeing both the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead in a short amount of time.
Some customers wish they had more time at each stop, especially the Hoover Dam itself.
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A few people had issues with the pickup location or booking operational hassles.
Itinerary
This mini-tour starts in Las Vegas, where you'll get picked up from your hotel. Then, you'll head to the Hoover Dam, stopping at Boulder City and Lake Mead along the way. You'll have time to explore the dam and learn about its history before heading back to Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Hotels
The tour starts with a convenient pickup from select hotels on the Las Vegas Strip. Make sure to check if your hotel is on the list when you book!
Boulder City
You'll drive through Boulder City, a historic town built for the workers who constructed the Hoover Dam. It's a neat place to see and learn about the dam's history.
Lake Mead
You'll get a great view of Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the United States. It's a beautiful lake created by the Hoover Dam.
Hoover Dam
The main attraction! You'll get to walk on top of the Hoover Dam, see the power plant, and learn all about how it works. It's an amazing feat of engineering!
Seven Magic Mountains (Optional)
If you choose this option, you'll stop at the Seven Magic Mountains, a colorful art installation in the desert. It's a great photo opportunity!
Insider Tip
Many people suggest bringing water and wearing sunscreen, especially during the summer months. It can get very hot at the Hoover Dam! Also, booking in advance is a good idea, especially during busy times of the year.
Important Info
There are no age limits, but infants are required to sit on laps. You'll get your confirmation right when you book your tour. We welcome service animals on the tour. However, please note that our vehicles are not wheelchair accessible. We can only accommodate folding wheelchairs or walkers if you mention it in the "NOTES" section when you book. Unfortunately, we can't bring motorized mobility scooters. If you arrive with a motorized scooter, you won't be able to join the tour. For everyone's safety and enjoyment, alcohol and drugs are not allowed during the tour, and coolers are not permitted in the vans. This tour is a small group experience, with a maximum of 14 travelers. You'll ride in comfortable, high-top 14-passenger Mercedes Benz vans.
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