Museums & Culture · Our pick in Las Vegas

Springs Preserve

Museum, gardens & trails·West of Downtown

Where Las Vegas began

About Springs Preserve

Springs Preserve tells 5,000 years of Las Vegas history at the springs that gave the city its name, with the Origen Museum, a botanical garden, a seasonal butterfly habitat and over 3 miles of trails. The Nevada State Museum is on the same site.

Why it's on our list

  • Origen Museum
  • Botanical garden
  • Nevada State Museum

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

What’s nearby

Distances from Springs Preserve 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. Arts Factory2.2 miWalk 45 minCycle 14 minCar or taxi 12 min
  2. The Mob Museum2.7 miCycle 17 minCar or taxi 13 min
  3. Fremont Street Experience2.7 miCycle 18 minCar or taxi 14 min
  4. The Neon Museum3.1 miCycle 20 minCar or taxi 15 min
  5. Fashion Show3.2 miCycle 21 minCar or taxi 15 min
  6. Sphere3.8 miCycle 24 minCar or taxi 18 min
  7. High Roller3.8 miCycle 25 minCar or taxi 18 min
  8. Fountains of Bellagio4.1 miCycle 27 minCar or taxi 19 min
  9. Allegiant Stadium5.6 miCycle 36 minCar or taxi 25 min
  10. Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign6.2 miCycle 40 minCar or taxi 27 min

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