Is $500 enough to go to Vegas with?

If you're strong enough to spend four days in Sin City without ever going near a roulette wheel or slot machine, you and your companion can enjoy the entire experience for a total of under $500.



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It's easy to go big in Vegas. But what you might not know is that it can also be easy to do Vegas on $100 a day! Excluding hotel and travel costs, see how you can have an affordable trip to Vegas while still having a great time.

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It's an extremely affordable option and stops at every hotel. Visiting Las Vegas doesn't have to break the bank – it might end up being the most budget-friendly adventure you've had in a while! That's the best part about Vegas – there's always something for everyone.

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Average Daily Costs While meal prices in Las Vegas can vary, the average cost of food in Las Vegas is $80 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Las Vegas should cost around $32 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner.

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To make it even easier, this guide includes some Las Vegas itinerary templates. While I've included ideas for up to a week in Vegas, 2-3 days is enough to see the best attractions. Of course, if you have more time, you can take advantage of even more cool things to do outside Las Vegas.

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There may be no such thing as a free lunch, but there are free drinks when you're in downtown Vegas and you're gambling! Casinos downtown serve drinks to gamblers free of charge. Different casinos have different policies about free drinks, so make sure to ask a bartender or cocktail waitress about the policies.

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Bring cash. You can cover many Vegas expenses with a credit card, but according to a Nevada law, playing chips isn't one of them. If you plan on gambling, make sure to bring cash or use a card like the Charles Schwab Bank Debit Card to avoid fees on ATM withdrawals.

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If you plan on eating at some moderately-priced Las Vegas restaurants during your trip, plan on at least $100 per day. High-end restaurants and fine dining will cost you more, which could mean closer to $200 per day on food.

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If you want a typical Las Vegas experience where you stay in a decent hotel on the Strip, you eat in nice restaurants and you gamble a bit here and there, then yeah, Vegas is pretty expensive. It's not the most expensive city in the world, but it's definitely not the cheapest either.

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You can't use a debit/credit card for gambling. You can use the card at the ATMs to get cash for gambling. Check with your bank how much you can withdraw. All ATMs charge a fee on top of what your bank may charge (anything from $3 to $10 depending on the ATM, the cheapest is in Casino Royale at $3 per withdrawal).

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You might be surprised to learn that there is no limit on how much cash you can cross the border with. However, if you travel with more than $10,000 USD then you must declare it. You can find the official statement on this at the US Customs and Border Protection website.

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Here are some of our top travel tips for Vegas:
  1. Get your bearings. ...
  2. Remember that distances are bigger than they look at first sight. ...
  3. Stay on The Strip (or just nearby) ...
  4. Beware of resort fees. ...
  5. Avoid weekends and public holidays. ...
  6. Walk The Strip & enjoy FREE Vegas attractions. ...
  7. Wear comfortable shoes.


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