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A rooftop as the lights come up.

The Strip from above, a drink in hand, right as the lights come up.

Our specific pick for this one is coming soon.

Where
Strip
When
Golden hour
Good for
Date night
Price

Why visit

The Strip looks best from a few floors up, in the half hour when the sky goes and the signs come on. A rooftop bar at golden hour is the calmest way to take in the spectacle, all the view, none of the crush.

Come early, claim a rail, and let the city light itself up in front of you.

What to know

  • Arrive before sunset, tables and the good rail go fast after dark.
  • Most rooftops relax the dress code earlier in the evening.
  • One rationed splurge cocktail beats a bottle-service tab.

What it costs

Mid-tier, a couple of good drinks, not a bottle minimum.

Where you’re going

Rooftop bars · Center Strip
Map at build
The local’s tip

Ask for a west-facing seat. The sunset side is quieter and the light does all the work.

You’ll want a car for this one. We’ve already handled that part.

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