Las Vegas: Hoover Dam Tour with American-Style Hot Breakfast
Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Las Vegas
Take a tour from Las Vegas to the Hoover Dam, one of the engineering marvels of the modern world. On this half-day tour you’ll spend 2 hours at the Dam learning about its construction and operation, and get an up-close look at the new bypass bridge.
This half-day guided tour from Las Vegas visits the Hoover Dam, ideal for travelers interested in engineering landmarks and scenic views.
Highlights
- Visit the Hoover Dam and the Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge.
- Watch a construction documentary and tour the turbine complex exterior.
- Enjoy close-up views at the Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge lookout.
- Take in sights of Lake Mead, the largest manmade lake in the Western Hemisphere.
- See the Winged Figures of the Republic, penstocks, and outflow valves.
- Stop at a panoramic lookout point for wide area views.
Description
Departing from Las Vegas, this tour offers a detailed view of the Hoover Dam, an engineering feat completed in 1935. Originally the world’s largest electric power producer and concrete structure, the dam currently ranks as the 34th-largest hydroelectric station globally.
During the tour, you will see 17 main turbines generating up to 2,074 megawatts of power. The Arizona Lookout Point provides the best views of the dam and Lake Mead.
The tour also includes a visit to the Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge, which spans 900 feet above the Colorado River and is the longest and tallest arch bridge in the western hemisphere. You will also see the Mike O'Callahan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, which opened in 2010 and stretches nearly 2,000 feet.
This is an exterior tour only; the Hoover Dam Generator Room is currently closed due to COVID-19 restrictions. Please note this is not the Hard Hat Tour.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional driver and guide
- Bottled water
- Hoover Dam exterior tour
- Breakfast snack: banana, Belvita crackers, and a small muffin
Excludes
- Tips
- Additional purchases such as photos or souvenirs
Important Information
- This tour is an exterior visit; the Generator Room is closed due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sun protection. Morning departures are recommended to avoid afternoon heat.
