easy
2–3 hours
Moderate fitness recommended for walking and standing
Discover the engineering marvel of Hoover Dam with an exclusive VIP tour offering breathtaking views, insider stories, and unforgettable photo opportunities just outside Las Vegas.
4.5 Hours • All Ages
4.5 Hours
Located in Black Canyon on the Colorado River, the Hoover Dam is the highest structure of its kind in the world. It is an outstanding achievement, noteworthy not only for its enormous dimensions, complex design and intricate construction, but also for it's illustration of man's outstanding ability to overcome the desert's summer sun, the vagaries of a treacherous river, and the extreme hazards of great heights on the chasm's sheer walls. This tour includes ample time for breathtaking views from the Top of the Dam, Lake Mead, the world's largest man-made lake, the eastern edge of the chasm in Arizona where you have fabulous views of the dam including Lake Mead as well as the amazing new Hoover Dam Bridge. Before returning to Las Vegas we stop at a local park where herds of Big Horn Sheep often come down from the surrounding mountains to gather and graze on the sweet grass. DUE TO CHANGING COVID RESTRICTIONS THIS TOUR MAY BE SLIGHTLY MODIFIED
Wear sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses to stay comfortable during the outdoor parts of the tour.
Carry plenty of water, especially during warmer months, to prevent dehydration.
Walkable terrain requires sturdy footwear for all viewing points.
VIP tours often fill quickly, so reserve your spot early to secure your preferred timing.
The Hoover Dam’s construction during the Great Depression provided thousands of jobs and marked a turning point in American engineering history.
Efforts are ongoing to balance water resource management with environmental preservation in Lake Mead and the surrounding areas.
Necessary for sun exposure during outdoor sightseeing.
summer specific
Stay hydrated during the tour, especially in hot weather.
year-round specific
Supportive footwear for walking and exploring the dam.
year-round specific
Capture the stunning vistas and engineering details.
year-round specific