Best Shows to See in Las Vegas

It’s no secret people come to Vegas for the gambling. People love to roam around the high class casinos, drinking old fashioned’s, and getting waited on throughout the entire game.

But Las Vegas is actually known around the globe for their world class shows. Every hotel along the Strip is fashioned with an array of event rooms holding comics, musicians, death defying circus artists, and more.

With only a few days to pack it all in and hundreds of shows to choose from, how can anyone decide which one – or multiple – to go to?

That’s where Adventures by Matt comes in. We’ve been to just about every show and we know just which one is right for you.

Check out our list of favorite shows in Las Vegas.

If you’re more into a night full of laughs, nostalgic themes, and more beautiful people then the Atomic Saloon Show. The show put on by Spiegelworld held inside the Venetian is described as a “raunchy romp through the wild, Wild West as it never was, with drop-dead sexy acrobats and ridiculous comedy mayhem from a cavalcade of cowboys, showgirls, nuns, lawmen and lay-abouts,” and we could not have said it any better. 

The show takes a look into the lives of a mix of people inside a saloon full of characters and delicious cocktails and outrageous stories that you’ll be thinking about throughout your entire trip. This is an absolute must see show in Las Vegas for any trip goer.

Las Vegas and Cirque Du Soleil go hand in hand. The circus group has outfitted the entire city with a range of shows to fit anyone’s viewing pleasures and O by Cirque Du Soleil is their magical, elemental show that takes place inside of the Bellagio.

The show is a mixture of circus acrobatics and aquatic prowess. The show is a theatrical experience that brings classic theater tropes to the world of aquatics and circus. Taking place in and out of the water, the show will amaze anyone that steps into the theater and sees the acrobats throwing each other in the other and swimming alongside each other in perfect synchrony.

As we mentioned, Cirque Du Soleil is essentially synonymous with Las Vegas and they have shows for every person that steps foot in the city. So if water acrobatics is not your thing, or you just wanted more Cirque Du Soleil, then epic battle of Ka by Cirque Du Soleil may be more your speed. This show is full of beautiful but death defying acts in the air during aerial duets on silks, sword fights, and even circus archery.

Ka brings out the beauty of battlefields while warriors fight to protect their lands.

The show is an incredible production and shows the athleticism and grace of the circus performers.

Adding to the list of must see Cirque Du Soleil shows in Las Vegas is Mad Apple by Cirque Du Soleil. This show takes you into the inner workings of New York City all from the comfort of your seat in Vegas. Located inside the New York New York hotel, the show involves music and clubs playing homage to New York City through the acts of aerial silks and acrobatics. 

The set up of the show is one of the most unique in all the city. The stage is set up as it’s own bar making you part of the experience while you’re grabbing your pre-show cocktail.

Mad Apple is an exciting show full of fun and energy, the same enthusiasm and boldness you would find in the Big Apple with the glamour and attitude of Sin City.

It’s not a Vegas trip until you see a seductive dance show and that is exactly what X Burlesque is. The show has taken place in Vegas for over a decade with no sign of leaving. This show is sexy, classy, exotic, and full of all of your wildest dreams.

The topless revue is a staple at the Flamingo with people lining up every night to see all of these beautiful women dance to the most seductive songs. 

Unlike other large tiered shows in massive venues, the X Burlesque revue is in a smaller and more intimate venue to allow you to really experience the fantasy of the show.

Absinthe combines the arts of aerial, acrobatics, skating, burlesque, all with a captivating story and hilarity of the spoken word all inside the walls of the Caesars Palace hotel.

Last but certainly not least is one of the most iconic show names in all of Las Vegas, Absinthe. This Spiegelworld show is one of the greatest and most memorable shows with raunchy comedy, indulgent pleasure, and one of a kind aerial acts.

It has been labeled as one of the must see shows in Vegas since the beginning of time and the intimate stage setting gives it an exclusive feel where you know you’re one of the lucky ones getting to see this unforgettable show. Luckily, the show goes every single night, at least twice so you can have the chance to experience it, too.

Now that you’ve taken a look at all of the best shows in Las Vegas it is time to decide which ones you’ll be hitting first!

Still can’t decide or want help booking the best seat in the house? Contact us at Adventures by Matt so we can ensure you see the right show for your Vegas vacation!

Please note: All shows mentioned are permanent shows in Las Vegas and not one-offs or residencies. These permanent shows are reliable in booking and have earned their place on the Strip after years of hard work and audience enjoyment.