Traveling to Las Vegas with your family can be a little tricky. Notoriously known as an “adult Disneyland," Vegas has tried hard in recent years to create more and more kid-friendly activities. Despite popular belief, there are now plenty of things to do on the Strip that the whole family will enjoy. Even many of the major hotels are becoming more and more kid-friendly. We recommend Circus Circus or Excalibur for a hotel that will keep the kids entertained while parents play their own games in the casino.

When it comes to daytime activities, one of the best ways to bond with your kids is to take them to one of the many outdoor tours that are available all around the city. The great thing about Las Vegas is that the city is located near several outdoor attractions. The Hoover Dam and the Grand Canyon are a few of the most popular. There are also tours available that take you white water rafting down the Colorado River or take you on a boat tour of Lake Mead. Other tours include horse-back riding to a ranch and enjoying a fun cowboy-style BBQ. Discovering the great outdoors can be both a fun and educational experience for kids. These tours also force you to talk and interact with your family in a way that no other Vegas activity does.

Although it might not be the first thing on your mind, picking a restaurant that is kid-friendly can be a little difficult considering all the upscale dining spots in town. Although they offer some great cuisine, many of the fancier places will discourage bringing young kids to their establishment. However, there are plenty of kid-friendly restaurants in town if you know where to look. Themed restaurants are kid favorites and there is no shortage of themed-anything in Las Vegas.

There are also plenty of kid-friendly attractions in town if you just know where to look. Animal habitats, aquariums, and rides are located in almost every hotel on the Strip which will make it almost impossible for kids to get bored as you explore Las Vegas.