3 Days in Las Vegas: The Ultimate Itinerary (Clubs, Shows & The Strip)

Las Vegas is basically “Disney for adults”… just louder, wilder, and with way less sleep.

We spent 3 nights and 4 days in Las Vegas, and honestly – it was the perfect amount of time to experience the highlights and go a little crazy.

But fair warning:
👉 By the end of your trip, you’ll either want to go home and recover… or escape to a quieter city immediately.

I absolutely loved Vegas – but it’s intense, overstimulating, and non-stop. And that’s exactly what makes it unforgettable.

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We arrived in Las Vegas around 4pm, jumped into an Uber, and headed straight to the iconic The Venetian Resort.

After dropping our bags, we quickly got ready… because in Vegas, the fun starts immediately.

Day 1: Shows, Cocktails & A “Chill” Night That Wasn’t

Cirque du Soleil: Mystère (A Must-See in Vegas)

We rushed over to Treasure Island Hotel & Casino to catch Mystère by Cirque du Soleil – and WOW.

One of the original Cirque du Soleil shows on the Strip (since 1993)
High-energy acrobatics
Incredible costumes, music, and visuals
Lots of audience interaction

I was genuinely blown away. The flexibility, the stunts, the atmosphere…

👉 Tip:
Las Vegas has a show for everyone – definitely book at least one during your trip.

Mocktails at The Dorsey (…and Accidental All-Night Dancing)

We planned a chilled first night at The Dorsey.

Think:

Oak, leather, marble interiors
Sophisticated cocktail menu
Intimate but lively vibe

But then the music started… old-school R&B… and suddenly our “early night” turned into hours of dancing.

Classic Vegas.

Day 2: Pool Vibes, Surprises & Iconic Nightclubs

Breakfast at Go Greek Yogurt

It must have been the excitement of being in Vegas that got us all up early and buzzing to go. We put our swimming cozzies on and walked around the huge hotel to find some breakfast. As we wanted something relatively light, we found ‘Go Greek Yogurt’. I can’t even describe how delicious this was. They describe themselves as the “Rolls Royce of Yoghurts” and you can get to choose between fresh or frozen yogurt and then add toppings including fresh fruit and superfoods such as goji berries, shaved dark chocolate, flax seeds, hemp seed, toasted coconut and cacao nibs. It tasted so good!!

Pool Day at The Venetian

The pool at The Venetian felt like a luxury oasis:

Multiple pools
Daybeds and loungers
Relaxed, social atmosphere

With my wedding coming up, I was fully committed to:
👉 Relaxing
👉 Tanning
👉 Living my best life

We ended up chatting with some super friendly people (including a group from Cuba), which made the whole experience even better.

The Bridesmaids Surprise 🥹

After a day of tanning and relaxing, we went back to the room to get ready for dinner and to start our partying. When I got out of the shower, the girls surprised me by decorating the whole room with some balloons and slightly (or very?) inappropriate balloons. It was so funny; we just danced and took pictures while getting ready. It was one of those moments where I just had to pinch myself to check if I was really in LAS VEGAS, celebrating my hen do with my favourite girls.

Dinner at the Venetian Hotel

I know what you’re thinking – ‘its been two days and y’all still haven’t left the hotel!?!’. Trust me though, you don’t even need to – The Venetian and The Palazzo combined host more than 40 restaurants. We had our first Las Vegas dinner at the Grand Canal Shoppes, which are covered by a magical blue-sky painted ceiling, complete with vanilla fluffy clouds. Admittedly, I had to do a double-take a few times to work out if its real or not. We sat outside one of the restaurants so we could enjoy the atmosphere whilst eating a delicious Italian pasta with pesto.

Clubbing in Vegas: KAOS and XS

SO now for the fun part! We started off the night by taking an uber to Kaos. As my cousin knew someone who is a Las Vegas promoter, we were fortunate to skip all of the queues and go right in for free. Most nights, ladies get in for free if you know someone. The day you choose to go to the club, either contact a club promotor in advance if you know anyone or just look out for the guys walking around in nice outfits asking you to come on their guest list. You will find them either in front of the club or wandering around the Las Vegas Strip.

Kaos is an outdoor club and was by far, my favourite out of all the clubs we went to. It was just the most perfect clubbing night as the weather was amazing, the atmosphere was on point, the music was great (Latin R’n’B reggaeton) and it wasn’t too crowded so you have room to dance (I know, I’m getting old…). The highlight of the night was seeing Bad Bunny. Admittedly, I never actually heard of him until I watched him live but now I’m obsessed with his music! So good…

After a few hours, we wanted to see a few other clubs – none were as impressive as Kaos. The last club we went to was XS where we watched Chainsmokers perform live. Everything about Las Vegas clubs is so extra and over the top, but we EMBRACED it. Xs was another outdoor club with a cool swimming pool in the middle. After dancing away for an hour, we went back to the hotel and slept like a baby.

Day 3: Pool Parties, The Strip & Iconic Vegas Sights

Day Club / Pool Party

After waking up quite late – we spent the last full day going to Las Vegas legendary day clubs. These clubs typically open around 11am and get packed very quickly! I don’t remember the name of the day club we went to – but it was good. I just remember being randomly pulled around the pool in an inflatable sun bed and people giving me a high 5 and their top tips of being in a relationship/ married as I was the bride-to-be. Totally random but it was hilarious!

The pool party was good fun and definitely recommended if you find yourself in Vegas – just make sure to research the best pool parties ahead of time!

Dinner at Lavo

We went back to the hotel and got dressed up ready for dinner. We had a reservation at Lavo, which is right off the main entrance at The Palazzo. Its Italian food is meant to be some of the best that you’ll find on the Vegas Strip. The menu at Lavo is more extensive that you’d expect to see at a fine dining establishment but everything from the pastas to the chicken dishes are delicious (from what I tried and could see).

Walking the Las Vegas Strip (A Must Do)

I went solo for this (travel blogger instincts kicked in), and I’m so glad I did.

The Las Vegas Strip is unreal at night.

Don’t miss:

Fountains of Bellagio (every 15–30 minutes)
Mirage Volcano (hourly eruptions)

Both are 100% worth waiting for.

After another night of clubbing and dancing the night away, we went back to the hotel and called it a night. Las Vegas exceeded my expectations by far. My mum told me that I’d either love it or hate it but she was the one who encouraged us to go to Vegas as she had a blast when she went there before I was born. Thanks Mama G for the recommendation! Saying that though, after partying/ exploring Las Vegas for 3 days – you’ll be ready to head back home for some much-needed rest.

Where to Stay in Las Vegas

The most memorable part of the Las Vegas trip for me was the accommodation. Whether its your first time in Las Vegas or 100^th time, you will want to find a hotel along the Las Vegas Strip for the 3 days you’re there. When I refer to “The Strip”, the means the four-and-a-half-mile strip of hotels and casinos along Las Vegas Blvd. The area is competitive with luxurious and unique hotels, fitting every country you can think of. If you like Egypt, stay at the Luxor which is shaped as an Egyptian pyramid and has a strobe light that (supposedly) can be seen from space! Like Venice, stay The Venetian for some of the best Italian food in the world and a grand canal weaving through the casino. You get the idea…

Why We Loved The Venetian

Our stay at The Venetian was honestly one of the highlights of the trip.

Replica Rialto Bridge
Indoor gondola canals
Stunning fresco ceilings inspired by the Sistine Chapel
4,000+ luxury rooms

I remember walking into the lobby and just thinking… wow.

Final Thoughts: Is Las Vegas Worth It?

Absolutely—at least once in your life.

Vegas is:

Wild
Over-the-top
Exhausting
Completely unforgettable

It’s not somewhere you go to relax… it’s somewhere you go to experience everything at once.

And after 3 days?

You’ll be ready for a nap. A long one.

Planning a Vegas Trip?

Have you been to Las Vegas, or is it on your bucket list?

Drop your questions below – I’d love to help you plan!

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May 30, 2020

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