By Isabel Prontes
Las Vegas Bar Guide
, Nevada is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the planet. With its many casinos, it is the gambling capital of the world, and nightclubs, entertainment shows,
resort hotels and amusement parks abound. For those planning to visit Sin City, there is no shortage of things to see and do. And, to wet your whistle, there is a multitude of bars. The following is a small sampling.
Fontana Bar
The Fontana Bar is located at the Bellagio hotel. It has a festive and energetic atmosphere, and with its dancing water fountains on an 8-acre lake is aptly named. From imported beers to exquisite cognacs, there are beverages to suit most palates, and for those who enjoy live entertainment, the Fontana is a good choice--a buffet of adult contemporary, jazz, pop, rock, Latin, and R&B music. And if you like to trip the light fantastic, there is a spacious dance floor at the Fontana.
Fontana Bar
Bellagio Hotel
3600 Las Vegas Blvd S.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89109
(702) 650-9459
www.bellagio.com/nightlife
Petrossian Bar
The Petrossian Bar is also located at the Bellagio. This upscale bar offers a dash of Europe with its afternoon tea service, and in the evenings guests are entertained with music from a singular Steinway grand piano. The beverage selection is exceptional with a wide array of vodka and house-made infused cocktails.
Petrossian Bar
Bellagio Hotel
3600 Las Vegas Blvd S.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89109
(702) 693-7111
www.bellagio.com/nightlife
V Bar
Many celebrities and VIPs are known to frequent this upscale bar at The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino. With subdued lighting that glimmers off translucent glass walls, the V Bar is an ideal place to enjoy a martini while socializing with friends or entertaining guests. It opens at 5 p.m. every day; music includes hip-hop, house and electro.
V Bar
3355 The Venetian
Las Vegas Blvd S.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89109
(702) 740-6456
www.venetian.com
Rain Las Vegas
Rain Las Vegas, a nightclub/bar that opened in 2001 in the Palms Casino Resort, echoes the vibrant nature of Sin City. Music ranging from dance and old school to hip-hop to house and rock 'n' roll cascades on guests with world famous disc jockey Paul Oakenfold often orchestrating proceedings. Rain often is filled to its 1,800-person capacity, so reservations are highly recommended. You must be 21 or older to experience Rain.
Rain Las Vegas
4321 W. Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, Nevada 89103
(702) 492-3960
www.vegas.com/nightclubs/rain
About the Author:
Isabel Prontes is a freelance writer and traveler residing in Manhattan, NY. She has traveled to five continents and counting. Her work has appeared on a number of websites, such as Travels, eHow.com and "Happy Living Magazine." Prontes has a professional background in public relations; she received a bachelor's degree in communication studies from Pace University.
Photo Credits:
Image courtesy of Bellagio Las Vegas
