The Best Places to Watch the Sunset in Las Vegas

In the words of Michael McDonald, "Las Vegas is a city built on hopes, dreams, and a little bit of crazy." Renown for its dazzling lights and world-class nightlife, Vegas is surrounded by arid deserts teeming with wilderness and adventure. What better way to appreciate this incandescent city than by admiring Mother Nature's own brilliant light show?

Our carefully-curated list of hand-picked locations represent for Vegas' most stunning sunset panoramas and finest vantage points. Whether you seek an unforgettable sunset vista to share with a romantic partner, or simply wish to marvel at the picturesque spectrum across the clouds, this selection guarantees the ideal spot.

From natural landscapes to high-rise observatories and characteristically-excessive Vegas venues, these are the best places to watch the sunset in Las Vegas.

Lake Mead

Why limit yourself to one sunset when you can double it? This other-worldly location casts the sunset across the crystal clear surface of Lake Mead. The drive is worthwhile on its own, and the natural setting allows for intimate appreciation, removed from the city's chaos.

The Village at Lake Las Vegas

This unique neighborhood combines jazz clubs, fine dining, sports, shopping and luxury estates. Rent a lavish villa and watch the sunset form the comfort of your own exclusive palace. Here, the caliente ambience will draw you in and make you relax as your worries gently fade away.

Red Rock Canyon

You might opt for a more natural setting to fully experience the sunset's beauty. Watch the sun light the desert's painted rocks and pricly cacti as it spreads across brick-colored sand. This view is hard to match; a perfect urban escape to appreciate twilight's nuanced glow. 

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