Las Vegas Pass: 45+ Things to Do including Heli Night Flight

Las Vegas is made for grand gestures, and this pass can bundle a night flight over the Strip with museums, rides, shows and day trips to the canyons. At the listed price of $164 per person, it can pay off quickly if you plan to see several paid attractions in a few consecutive days.

I like two things in particular: the freedom to mix big-ticket sights with smaller museums and activities, and the premium choice available with a pass of three days or more. That can mean a helicopter ride, a Cirque du Soleil show, or a full-day canyon trip, depending on what suits your trip.

The catch is that the pass is not a ready-made itinerary. You must handle transport and, for some popular attractions, reservations. Its validity is counted in consecutive calendar days, not 24-hour blocks, so a late first scan can cost you useful hours.

Key points before you buy

• The night flight is a short Strip highlight: The Papillon helicopter ride lasts about 10 minutes and is a premium choice for passes of three or more days.
• One premium activity means one: You choose from options that include a canyon tour, a Cirque du Soleil show, a foodie outing or the helicopter flight.
• The clock follows calendar days: Your pass starts when you first use it and runs for the consecutive days you bought, not for a matching number of 24-hour periods.
• Reservations can make or break the plan: Escape rooms, some shows and other attractions require advance booking, and availability may be limited.
• The Big Bus is included for one day: It provides a useful way to see the Strip and downtown, but other transport is on you.
• Best value comes from a full schedule: The pass suits people who want several paid activities each day and are willing to plan around opening times.

A pass built for a busy Vegas visit

The Go City All-Inclusive Pass covers more than 45 attractions, shows and tours in and around Las Vegas. You pick a two-, three-, four- or five-day option, download the digital pass to the Go City app, and show it at participating entrances. The pass is offered in English, and the app also provides an attraction guide and reservation links.

The basic deal is simple: visit as many included attractions as you can during the pass’s active days, with each attraction listed as a one-time visit in the product information. That breadth is appealing, but the pass works best as a planning tool, not an excuse to improvise every hour. Las Vegas attractions are spread between the Strip, downtown and farther-out destinations, so an ambitious day can turn into a string of rideshares, walks and waits.

A three-day-or-longer pass adds one premium activity of your choice. The helicopter flight is the title attraction, but it is not included with the two-day option, and you do not get every premium experience. Decide which one you want before you build your schedule around it.

The helicopter flight and other premium choices

The Strip Highlights Night Flight with Papillon is a quick, 10-minute aerial circuit over Las Vegas after dark. From above, you can see major landmarks such as the Bellagio fountains, the Luxor pyramid, the New York-New York skyline, Fremont Street and the High Roller. It is a concentrated way to take in the city’s illuminated scale, rather than a long sightseeing flight.

For a premium activity, the brief flight may be a good fit if you want a memorable evening and do not want to give up most of a day. But it is short, and reservations are required. Check flight availability before you buy or activate the pass, especially if this is the experience you most want.

The other premium choices suit very different trips. The Grand Canyon full-day tour is listed at about 13 hours and includes park admission. The alternative visits Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks, with snacks and water included. These are major excursions, so they take a full day away from city attractions.

Show options include KÀ by Cirque du Soleil, a 90-minute production combining acrobatics, martial arts and pyrotechnics, and Mad Apple, an 18-plus show mixing acrobatics, music, dance, magic and comedy. The premium list also includes a self-guided downtown food tour with three signature dishes at each restaurant and a virtual guide. It requires at least two passholders. Pick the experience that matches your group, not simply the one with the grandest description.

Big views from the Strip to the STRAT

Several included attractions are designed to give you a view of Las Vegas from above. The High Roller, at the LINQ, reaches 550 feet and includes a 30-minute ride. The pass ticket is for early evening entry between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., so plan your day around that window rather than assuming you can turn up at any hour.

The Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck at Paris Las Vegas offers another high-level view, 46 stories above the Strip. It is a shorter visit, about 30 minutes, and the recommended times are 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. or 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. The STRAT SkyPod, at the top of a 1,149-foot tower, gives a broad look across the Strip and Las Vegas Valley. These three stops overlap in purpose, so you may not need all of them. Choose the view that best fits your schedule and interest.

For a more kinetic view of the Strip, Fly LINQ sends riders along a 1,121-foot zipline above the LINQ Promenade. It has ten parallel lines, but capacity is limited. The Big Apple Roller Coaster at New York-New York is a different kind of skyline experience: a fast ride with drops, hills, loops and a corkscrew, passing replicas of New York landmarks.

Museums that reveal more than casinos

The Mob Museum in downtown Las Vegas is a good choice if you want context beyond the resort corridor. Allow about two hours to explore its account of organized crime and its continuing role in the United States. Pair it with the two-hour Fremont Street walking tour, which traces downtown’s story from its earlier days to the present.

The Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art offers a quieter change of pace, with rotating exhibitions drawn from museums and private collections. The Erotic Heritage Museum has a much larger 24,000-square-foot exhibition space and explores artistic expressions of sex, love and desire. Both are useful options when you want an indoor break from the Strip’s sensory overload.

Other museums cater to particular interests. The Las Vegas Natural History Museum ranges from ancient Egypt to marine life, with exhibits that include a mummy replica and medical imaging of a real mummy. At the Luxor, King Tut’s Tomb and Museum follows Howard Carter’s discovery of the tomb. REAL BODIES at Horseshoe presents human anatomy, while Princess Diana & The Royals: The Exhibition displays artifacts such as handwritten letters, gowns and a replica of Diana’s wedding dress.

For pop culture and family-friendly stops, Madame Tussauds has eight themed rooms with wax figures and interactive effects. Hollywood Cars Museum displays vehicles from more than 100 films, television shows and other entertainment productions; the pass includes a retro-sunglasses souvenir or a soft drink. Dino Safari at Horseshoe is a 45-minute walk-through featuring dinosaurs, including a T. rex. These attractions are varied, but their appeal depends on your interests. Do not count every museum as a must-see just because admission is covered.

Shows, food and family activities

The premium Cirque du Soleil options are not the only show choices. Piano Man is a 75-minute tribute built around Billy Joel and Elton John songs, while Carpenters Legacy celebrates Karen and Richard Carpenter. You cannot attend Piano Man and Carpenters Legacy on the same night with the All-Inclusive Pass, so check show dates before trying to fit both in.

The downtown foodie adventure offers a self-guided format rather than a conventional escorted meal. You get three signature dishes at each restaurant and a virtual guide. Because it requires at least two passholders, solo visitors should check whether they can use it before counting it toward the pass’s value.

Families and groups looking for active entertainment can head to Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix. The pass covers a choice of go-kart options, including the road course, kiddie karts and sprint speedway; the adult Grand Prix track requires an extra purchase. The arcade adds another activity, but allow time for the whole visit rather than treating it as a quick stop.

Escape rooms add a more time-bound option. Number One Escape Room, Escape Blair Witch and Escape IT: The Sewers all require reservations. Escape IT includes more than 16 themed rooms, live actors, animatronics and effects. These experiences can be fun for a group, but they are poor last-minute choices when availability is tight.

Day trips and the Big Bus

Hoover Dam is listed as a guided coach outing from the Strip, with a stated duration of 12 hours. Though described as a half-day tour, that duration points to a substantial time commitment. Confirm the current schedule and meeting details before planning anything else around it.

The included Big Bus Classic Tour is valid for one day and allows unlimited hop-on, hop-off use while the ticket is valid. A live guide provides an overview of the Strip, downtown and nearby areas, and onboard Wi-Fi is included. It is the pass’s clearest transport benefit, but it does not cover your other trips between attractions. Use the bus as a sightseeing outing and orientation tool, not as an all-purpose transit pass.

Does the pass save enough to matter?

At $164 per person, the pass can be worthwhile if you make good use of it. High Roller, a show, the Big Bus, a museum and a premium activity can add up to more than the pass price when bought separately. People who managed six or eight attractions have described substantial savings, including one account of six visits costing about $150 less than individual admission.

That result takes discipline. A pass holder who fits in only one or two modest attractions may not come out ahead. Your real calculation should include the activities you genuinely want, their individual prices, and the time needed to reach them. The canyon tours, helicopter flight and Cirque shows can make the premium choice especially valuable, but only if you would have paid for that experience anyway.

The pass’s weaker side is coordination. Some attractions require reservations, show times can be limited, and availability may not be clear until you check the attraction’s booking system. Plan the high-priority activities first, then use museums and other flexible stops to fill the gaps. The app is useful, but do not assume it removes the need to verify times and reservation rules directly.

There is also a timing detail worth taking seriously: the pass activates at the first scan and runs for consecutive calendar days. If you first use it late in the day, that date still counts as day one. Several complaints about passes ending earlier than expected stem from expecting a 48- or 72-hour period. Treat the calendar-day rule as central to your schedule, not fine print.

Who should book it?

I would consider this pass if you have at least three days, want a packed itinerary, and can identify one premium activity you are keen to do. It is particularly appealing for first-time Las Vegas visits and families who want a mix of views, museums, rides and shows. The two-day option may suit a short, active stay, but it does not include a premium activity.

Skip it if you prefer slow mornings, spontaneous plans or only a few attractions. Before buying, check which activities are open on your dates, reserve the limited-capacity experiences, and compare the admission prices for your actual shortlist. If the pass still saves money after you account for transport and time, it is a practical way to turn Las Vegas’s many choices into a focused trip.

FAQ

How many days can I choose?

You can choose a pass valid for two, three, four or five days.

Does a two-day pass include a premium activity?

No. The premium activity choice is included with passes of three or more days.

What can I choose as my premium activity?

Options include a Grand Canyon tour, a Bryce Canyon and Zion tour, a night helicopter flight, a Cirque du Soleil show and a downtown foodie adventure. The available choices may change, so check the current app or guide.

How long is the helicopter flight?

The Papillon Strip Highlights Night Flight lasts about 10 minutes. Reservations are required.

Does the pass include transport between attractions?

No. It includes a one-day Big Bus Classic Tour, but other transportation is not included.

When does the pass become active?

It activates when you scan it at your first attraction.

Does the pass run for 24 hours per day?

No. It is valid for the number of consecutive calendar days purchased, not 24-hour periods.

Do I need to reserve attractions in advance?

Some attractions require reservations. Check the Go City app or digital guide and reserve where required.

Can I visit an attraction more than once?

The pass information says each attraction can be visited once. A separate FAQ supplied with the pass says once per day, so check the current terms for the attraction you plan to revisit.

How long after purchase can I first use the pass?

The supplied information gives conflicting validity periods: one section says one year from purchase, while another says two years. Confirm the current validity term with the seller before purchasing.