Museums & Culture · Our pick in Las Vegas

Atomic Museum

Museum·East of the Strip

The Nevada Test Site story

About Atomic Museum

The Atomic Museum tells the story of nuclear testing in the Nevada desert and its effect on Las Vegas.

Why it's on our list

  • Atomic age
  • Nevada Test Site
  • Near the Strip

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Atomic Museum before you go.

What’s nearby

Distances from Atomic Museum are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.

Key sights

  1. Sphere0.9 miWalk 18 minCycle 6 minCar or taxi 6 min
  2. High Roller1.3 miWalk 26 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 8 min
  3. Fashion Show1.6 miWalk 32 minCycle 10 minCar or taxi 9 min
  4. Fountains of Bellagio1.7 miWalk 34 minCycle 11 minCar or taxi 10 min
  5. Allegiant Stadium2.5 miCycle 16 minCar or taxi 13 min
  6. Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign2.6 miCycle 17 minCar or taxi 13 min
  7. Arts Factory3.1 miCycle 20 minCar or taxi 15 min
  8. Fremont Street Experience3.8 miCycle 25 minCar or taxi 18 min
  9. The Mob Museum4.1 miCycle 26 minCar or taxi 19 min
  10. The Neon Museum4.4 miCycle 28 minCar or taxi 20 min

Location

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