Las Vegas Airport Car Rental

Parking in Las Vegas

• You’ll find paid parking at many of the hotels and casinos. Private parking is usually included in your stay.
• There are also plenty of public parking lots and multistorey facilities throughout the city. Many of these are pay and display.

Traffic in Las Vegas

The peak traffic times in Las Vegas are from 08:00 AM to 10:00 AM and then from 04:00 PM to 06:00 PM. The city’s famous ‘Strip’, running along South Las Vegas Boulevard, can be congested throughout the day. You should set aside at least an hour if you want to drive the full-length of this iconic roadway.  

Las Vegas McCarran International Airport to Las Vegas

• Exit the airport and head straight for South Las Vegas Boulevard
• Head northwards along Las Vegas’ Strip to reach downtown

Roads and motorways

• Highway 15 westwards will pass through the stunning Red Rock National Park. Visit this enchanting expanse on your way to the sunswept beaches of California.
• The I-11 runs through Las Vegas, heading eastwards towards the Grand Canyon National Park.

Driving rules and regulations

• Interstate speed limits are restricted to 70mph (112 kph), with limits of 60mph (104 kph) on freeways. The legal speed limit in urban areas is 25mph (40 kph).

Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon

• The I-11 South will take you towards Hoover Dam. Join the US-93 to visit this iconic feat of engineering. Continuing along the US-93 will bring you to the western end of the Grand Canyon in Grand Canyon National Park within two hours.

What to see and do in San Diego

Take to the Strip

You’ll be renting your car from McCarran International Airport, located in downtown Paradise on the outskirts of Las Vegas. The bright lights of South Las Vegas Boulevard border the airport grounds. More famously known as ‘the Strip’, this is where you’ll find iconic casinos and hotels like the fantasy-inspired Excalibur and the ancient Egyptian-themed Luxor Hotel & Casino.

Even if you don’t plan on hitting the slots, there’s plenty to take in along the Strip. Head to the Stratosphere Casino for the 160ft ‘Big Shot’ ride or find something more relaxed on a Venice-style gondola cruise at The Venetian.

The awe-inspiring Grand Canyon

Having a Las Vegas airport rental car is an excellent opportunity to explore the scenery of the Nevada desert. The western end of the Grand Canyon is just over two hours away.

One of the globe’s most impressive natural wonders, this mighty canyon has been carved by the tumultuous waters of the Colorado River, charting a course through red rock for millennia. At its most breathtaking, the Canyon is 277 miles (446 km) long, 18 miles (29 km) wide and almost a mile deep.

You could enjoy a helicopter tour and soar over the full expanse of the rock formation to truly appreciate the Grand Canyon in all its glory.

Explore the Mojave

Drive among towering rock formations and dusty plateaus in the Red Rock National Park. Bordering Las Vegas, this parkland is home to impressive natural sandstone monuments, carved by the elements over centuries.

Where to stay in Las Vegas

Roman opulence at Caesar’s Palace

You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to upmarket casino resorts and five-star hotels in Las Vegas, but Caesar’s Palace is perhaps the most iconic. Instantly recognizable in the Las Vegas skyline, the vast hotel is styled to resemble architecture from the heydays of the Roman Empire. Stunning facilities are only matched by the vast Colosseum theatre, where you’ll be able to catch shows from the latest big-name acts and global stars.  

Where to eat and drink in Las Vegas

Kabuto

Sushi fans can tuck into delicious sashimi and other sumptuous seafood morsels at this quality edomae-style Japanese restaurant. Inspired by the roadside cafes of Tokyo harbour, Kabuto infuses traditional sushi practices with a fine-dining experience. Try one of the seasonal platters for an incredible selection of sashimi, grill and nigiri dishes.

Bonito Michoacán

Traditional Mexican cooking is the star of the show at Bonito Michoacán, a family-run establishment in downtown Las Vegas. A great place to start your day with a hearty breakfast of huevos rancheros. Away from the fine dining of Vegas’ Strip, you’ll find delicious meals and plenty of flavour at this popular joint.

Ferraro’s Restaurant & Wine Bar

Ferraro’s brings the tastes of southern Italy to Las Vegas’ Strip. Sample homemade classics including fresh pasta dishes, marinara meatballs and fresh bread. With three decades in the business, this family-run spot is a firm fixture and beloved favourite of the Vegas food scene.