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Bars Unknown: Vegas Strip Speakeasies, Dives & Gems

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Las Vegas, USA

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Overview

Mostly Indoors - Most people come to Vegas and spend their nights trapped behind velvet ropes, paying mortgage-sized checks for bottle service in corporate mega-clubs. I built Bars Unknown to show you the real pulse of the Strip—the low-profile lounges, unpolished landmarks, and raw gems that thousands of tourists walk right past every day without a clue.

This isn't a rehearsed corporate cattle drive or a predictable three-bar shuffle. This is a 100% original, unscripted route backed by years of local expertise on the pavement. We hit 5 to 6 carefully selected spots to experience the full spectrum of Strip nightlife. We balance legendary, dirt-cheap local dives and low-cost casino haunts with premium, exclusive cocktail lounges tucked right in plain sight.

From grabbing a cheap beer at an iconic neon dive to stepping through a 1920s barbershop door into a high-end lounge, we bypass the generic tourist traps and master the night like true insiders.

What's Included

  • Photos: I can take them on your phone so you have them instantly
  • Licensed, Certified & Insured Guide & Experience Host
  • Alcoholic beverages Total Tab Freedom: Skip overpriced, watered-down party buses. Save cash with drink deals early on, then choose premium custom cocktails at hidden speakeasies. Spend exactly what you want.
  • This is a 100% authentic walking crawl (mostly indoors) utilizing resort shortcuts. No slow party buses or traffic jams.
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Meeting Location

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3411 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA

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3767 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA

Depending on tour run-time, bar availability. We willend at the rooftop at Brew Dog.

What To Expect

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The Las Vegas Strip

First 3-5 spots are your cheap drink spots. Meetup spot is a to-go situation. Yes we can walk and drink in piblic. First two bars are the last little dive bars on the Strip with $2-$5 beers, $4 mixed drinks, and cheap but good food. Last of Vegas dive bar history. We'll also pass by other happy hours spots with low prices like $7 frozen drinks, $6 drinks, $5 beer. Third spot is one of the funniest bars everyone loves. Close quarters, tight knit, flair bartenders, you can meet anyone here and its buy one get one. This is when things really get going!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

The Las Vegas Strip

Next 3 bars are speakeasies. Some will be open or closed, depending on day and time you book. One is a 19th century bar with live music, hiding behind a vintage barbershop. Another is a hidden tequila and nachos bar under an exit sign. Third is a hidden winter wonderland. Lastly, we'll end at a rooftop but most don't make it to the end!
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • This is a Walking Tour: Mostly Indoors. We move on foot to hit multiple spots via resort shortcuts. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. No buses or outside transportation are used.
  • Casual but presentable. To ensure smooth entry into the hidden speakeasies, men should avoid swimwear, athletic jerseys, gym shorts, cut-offs, or sandals.
  • Cash & Card Needed: Our first stop (Casino Royale) is a legendary local dive that is cash-only for their best drink deals. Cards are perfectly fine for the rest of the crawl.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Bars Unknown: Vegas Strip Speakeasies, Dives & Gems?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Photos: I can take them on your phone so you have them instantly
  • Licensed, Certified & Insured Guide & Experience Host
  • Alcoholic beveragesTotal Tab Freedom: Skip overpriced, watered-down party buses. Save cash with drink deals early on, then choose premium custom cocktails at hidden speakeasies. Spend exactly what you want.
  • This is a 100% authentic walking crawl (mostly indoors) utilizing resort shortcuts. No slow party buses or traffic jams.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • If you have problems walking, health issue and/or you're a mean drunk, not for you
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum 2 people per booking
  • Strict 21+ Physical ID Required: You must bring a legal, physical government-issued photo ID or driver’s license. Digital IDs on phones or paper temporary IDs are NOT accepted by casino security. International guests must bring a physical passport or I.D. If you don't have proper physical ID, bartenders or security will not let you enter the venues.
  • This is a Walking Tour: Mostly Indoors. We move on foot to hit multiple spots via resort shortcuts. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. No buses or outside transportation are used.
  • Casual but presentable. To ensure smooth entry into the hidden speakeasies, men should avoid swimwear, athletic jerseys, gym shorts, cut-offs, or sandals.
  • Cash & Card Needed: Our first stop (Casino Royale) is a legendary local dive that is cash-only for their best drink deals. Cards are perfectly fine for the rest of the crawl.
  • Weather & Health: This tour operates rain or shine. Because it involves a moderate amount of walking through crowded casino floors, it is recommended for travelers with clean bills of health and no severe mobility restrictions.
  • Open Containers: It is 100% legal to walk the Las Vegas Strip with an open plastic cup or aluminum can, so we can grab drinks to go between stops.
  • Drinks are Out-of-Pocket: You pay for your own drinks as we go. This keeps your upfront booking cost low and gives you total freedom over what you drink and spend.
  • Questions? IG: theworsttourguide
  • Mostly Indoors
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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