The Strip is heavily policed and generally safe. The main risks are heat, drinking and scams.
What to watch out for
- Heat exhaustion and dehydration in summer.
- Timeshare pitches and 'free show tickets' that lead to a sales presentation.
- Pickpockets in casinos and crowded streets.
- Street handbills and costumed performers asking for tips.
- Overpriced drinks and fees for photos.
Areas to be careful in
Downtown away from Fremont Street and some areas off the Strip are less safe at night; use ride-hailing.
Local laws and etiquette
- Public drinking is allowed on the Strip in plastic cups but not on all streets; drive sober.
Emergency numbers
911 for police, fire and ambulance.
Save the number in your phone before you travel, and keep a copy of your passport and insurance details somewhere separate.
Prices, ticket rules and safety conditions change. Treat this as a starting point and check official sources and your government's travel advice before you go.
Las Vegas safety questions
Is Las Vegas safe for tourists?
The Strip is heavily policed and generally safe. The main risks are heat, drinking and scams.
What are the most common scams in Las Vegas?
Heat exhaustion and dehydration in summer. Timeshare pitches and 'free show tickets' that lead to a sales presentation. Pickpockets in casinos and crowded streets.
What is the emergency number in Las Vegas?
911 for police, fire and ambulance.