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Landmark: Paris Las VegasCity: Las Vegas
Country: USA Nevada
Continent: North America
Paris Las Vegas, Las Vegas, USA Nevada, North America
Paris Las Vegas is a casino hotel located on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada, USA. It is designed to resemble the city of Paris, France.
Visual Characteristics
The resort features a 1,496-room hotel tower designed to resemble the Eiffel Tower, standing at 46 stories. The facade incorporates a half-scale replica of the Eiffel Tower, measuring 540 feet (160 m) in height. The property also includes a replica of the Arc de Triomphe and a streetscape designed to evoke Parisian boulevards. Exterior colors are primarily beige and cream for the hotel structure, with metallic accents on the Eiffel Tower replica.
Location & Access Logistics
Paris Las Vegas is situated at 3655 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109. It is located centrally on the Las Vegas Strip, approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) south of McCarran International Airport (LAS). The resort offers valet and self-parking facilities. Public transportation options include the Las Vegas Monorail, with the Horseshoe/Paris station located adjacent to the property, and various RTC bus routes that service The Strip.
Historical & Ecological Origin
Paris Las Vegas opened on September 1, 1999. It was developed by Bally's Entertainment (later acquired by Park Place Entertainment, then Caesars Entertainment). The original purpose was to create a themed resort experience replicating the atmosphere of Paris.
Key Highlights & Activities
Activities include gaming in the casino, dining at over 10 restaurants, and visiting the Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck for panoramic views of the Strip. The resort also features a 5-acre (2.0 ha) casino floor, a spa, and multiple retail shops. The "Le Rêve – The Dream" show (now closed) was a notable past attraction.
Infrastructure & Amenities
The resort provides restrooms, indoor and outdoor dining options, and a swimming pool area with some shaded sections. Cell phone signal (4G/5G) is generally strong within the property. Food vendors and restaurants are located within the resort and in adjacent properties.
Best Time to Visit
For photography of the Eiffel Tower replica and Strip views from the Viewing Deck, late afternoon and early evening offer optimal lighting conditions as the sun sets and the city lights begin to illuminate. The best months for weather in Las Vegas are typically March through May and September through November, with average temperatures ranging from 60°F to 80°F (15°C to 27°C).
Facts & Legends
The Eiffel Tower replica at Paris Las Vegas is equipped with an elevator that transports visitors to the observation deck. A local tip for visitors is to check the schedule for the nightly "Eiffel Tower Light Show," which illuminates the replica with a synchronized light display.
Nearby Landmarks
- Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens (0.3km West)
- The LINQ Promenade (0.5km North)
- Caesars Palace (0.7km North)
- The Cromwell (0.2km North)
- Flamingo Las Vegas (0.4km North)