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Explore the mob stories and Jay Sarno’s legacy along the Las Vegas Strip, from the former Hacienda site to the Money Tree.
Explore the mob stories and Jay Sarno’s legacy along the Las Vegas Strip, from the former Hacienda site to the Money Tree.
Use the Vegas Retold app to explore the stops as you go. The list below lets you see what’s included before choosing your tour.
The tour includes 52 minutes of narration. Leave extra time to walk, explore and stop along the way.
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Explore all 46 stops on this tour.
Mandalay Bay (site of the Hacienda) · Mandalay Bay (site of the Hacienda)
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Excalibur (view of the Tropicana site) · Excalibur (view of the Tropicana site)
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
New York-New York
Use current venue signs and staff directions. This account does not establish permission to enter ticketed, residential, guest-only or staff areas.
Official venue information. Check access for this stop before visiting.
MGM Grand
Use current venue signs and staff directions. This account does not establish permission to enter ticketed, residential, guest-only or staff areas.
Official venue information. Check access for this stop before visiting.
Bellagio · Bellagio Lobby Shops / Rolex Boutique
Use public paths, keep doorways and queues clear, and respect posted restrictions. View objects without touching.
Access alternative: Follow signs for a step-free public approach or lift. If you cannot reach the viewing area, enjoy the story from a nearby public seating area.
Horseshoe · Horseshoe
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Flamingo · Pinky’s by Vanderpump, Strip frontage
21+. Listed hours: Sun–Thu 3–11 p.m.; Fri–Sat 3 p.m.–2 a.m.; Fri–Sun brunch 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Reservations available. Recheck hours and cocktail presentation before visiting.
Access alternative: The booking page lists wheelchair access. Ask the venue about the approach and seating, or enjoy the story from the public frontage.
Flamingo · Wayne Newton Theater inside Bugsy’s Cabaret
Ticketed show. The official listing welcomes all ages; check the live calendar for performance dates and availability. Ask the box office about accessible seating.
Ticketed show; the current official listing welcomes all ages. Use the current ticket calendar for dates and availability.
Access alternative: Ask the box office about accessible seating and the step-free route. Read outside the showroom when admission is unavailable.
Flamingo · The Count Room, behind Bugsy & Meyer’s
Listed hours Thu–Sat 4:30–11 p.m.; live music Fri–Sat 8–11 p.m. Confirm venue age/admission rules and current hours with staff.
Access alternative: Ask staff about the entrance threshold and step-free route. Read outside the venue when entry is unavailable.
Flamingo · Garden near the wedding chapel
Respect wedding activity and reserved areas; confirm garden access locally.
Access alternative: Read from a comfortable place on a nearby garden path.
Flamingo · Garden paths beside the pool area
GO Pool is 21+; the Family Pool is separate. Pool admission, seasonal closures and operating rules require a current check; the tour does not grant pool entry.
Access alternative: Enjoy the story from the garden without entering a pool. Ask staff for help with step-free access.
Flamingo · Flamingo
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Flamingo · Flamingo
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Caesars Palace · Exterior statue gardens
Use public paths, keep doorways and queues clear, and respect posted restrictions. View objects without touching.
Access alternative: Follow signs for a step-free public approach or lift. If you cannot reach the viewing area, enjoy the story from a nearby public seating area.
Caesars Palace · Caesars Palace
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Caesars Palace · Caesars Palace
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Caesars Palace · Caesars Palace
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Treasure Island — Dunes demolition story · Treasure Island (site of the Dunes)
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Venetian (site of the Sands) · Venetian (site of the Sands)
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Venetian (site of the Sands) · Venetian (site of the Sands)
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Wynn area — Desert Inn and Frontier histories · Shops route, former Desert Inn site
Follow current resort signs and staff directions. Exact stopping place and accessible route have not been checked on site.
Use signed public routes and follow staff directions.
Access alternative: Ask staff for an accessible public route and a suitable viewing area.
Check current visitor information before visiting.
Wynn area — Desert Inn and Frontier histories · Wynn Race & Sports Book
Follow casino signs and age restrictions. No betting or purchase is required to enjoy this story. Keep walkways clear.
Use signed public routes and follow staff directions.
Access alternative: Ask staff for an accessible public route and a suitable viewing area.
Check current visitor information before visiting.
Wynn area — Desert Inn and Frontier histories · Wynn Las Vegas (site of the Desert Inn)
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Wynn area — Desert Inn and Frontier histories · Wynn Las Vegas (site of the Desert Inn)
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Wynn area — Desert Inn and Frontier histories · Wynn Las Vegas (site of the Desert Inn)
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Resorts World (site of the Stardust) · Strip sidewalk outside Resorts World, historical Stardust site
Use signed public routes; no gambling or purchase is required to enjoy this story.
Follow current signs and staff directions. Private guest areas require permission; do not cross barriers.
Access alternative: Ask resort staff for an accessible public route and a comfortable viewpoint.
Check current visitor information before visiting.
Resorts World (site of the Stardust) · Dawg House sportsbook public approach
Use signed public routes; no gambling or purchase is required to enjoy this story. Gaming participation is optional; follow venue age/ID rules. Do not infer tip or wagering advice from this historical story.
Follow current signs and staff directions. Private guest areas require permission; do not cross barriers.
Access alternative: Ask resort staff for an accessible public route and a comfortable viewpoint.
Check current visitor information before visiting.
Resorts World (site of the Stardust) · Resorts World (site of the Stardust)
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Resorts World (site of the Stardust) · Resorts World (site of the Stardust)
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Resorts World (site of the Stardust) · Resorts World (site of the Stardust)
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Circus Circus · Slots-A-Fun exterior entrance on the Strip
Slots-A-Fun lists 24-hour operation. Gambling is optional and restricted to adults of legal gaming age; no play required for this tour.
Follow signs and staff directions; private areas require permission. Do not cross barriers.
Access alternative: Ask resort staff for a step-free public approach and a suitable viewing area.
Current operator information; online check 2 October 2026.
Circus Circus · Strip sidewalk with view of Lucky the Clown
On 28 September 2026, Vital Vegas reported that Lucky the Clown’s sign was unlit following an electrical failure, with no restoration date announced. Check its condition on the day; do not rely on it being illuminated. Use signed public routes.
Follow signs and staff directions; private areas require permission. Do not cross barriers.
Access alternative: Ask resort staff for a step-free public approach and a suitable viewing area.
Current operator information; online check 2 October 2026.
Circus Circus · Circus Circus public entrance approach
Follow signed public routes and check current opening hours before visiting.
Follow signs and staff directions; private areas require permission. Do not cross barriers.
Access alternative: Ask resort staff for a step-free public approach and a suitable viewing area.
Current operator information; online check 2 October 2026.
Circus Circus · Signed route to Midway carnival games
Games are paid separately; supervise children and follow signed routes past gaming areas.
Follow signs and staff directions; private areas require permission. Do not cross barriers.
Access alternative: Ask resort staff for a step-free public approach and a suitable viewing area.
Current operator information; online check 2 October 2026.
Circus Circus · Designated Midway circus spectator area
Free circus shows; operator lists Friday/Saturday 12:30pm–9:30pm and Sunday/Monday 12:30pm–8:30pm. Check today’s programme; frequency and performers vary.
Follow signs and staff directions; private areas require permission. Do not cross barriers.
Access alternative: Ask resort staff for a step-free public approach and a suitable viewing area.
Current operator information; online check 2 October 2026.
Circus Circus · Public route near casino cage on exit; avoid transaction queue
Keep clear of the cage queue and gaming activity. Do not photograph transactions or enter restricted areas.
Follow signs and staff directions; private areas require permission. Do not cross barriers.
Access alternative: Ask resort staff for a step-free public approach and a suitable viewing area.
Current operator information; online check 2 October 2026.
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Circus Circus · Strip sidewalk facing Fontainebleau; remain on this side of road
Observe from the signed sidewalk and remain on this side of the road. Ask staff for a comfortable accessible viewpoint.
Follow signs and staff directions; private areas require permission. Do not cross barriers.
Access alternative: Ask resort staff for a step-free public approach and a suitable viewing area.
Riviera and Peppermill area · Permitted public sidewalk overlooking the former Riviera site south of Fontainebleau
This is a historical site stop. Remain on the public sidewalk and use marked crossings; do not enter the former property.
Signed permitted public areas only; staff directions apply. No entry onto former casino land required.
Access alternative: Follow signs for a step-free public route or ask staff for guidance.
Riviera and Peppermill area · Permitted public sidewalk overlooking the former Riviera site south of Fontainebleau
This is a historical site stop. Remain on the public sidewalk and use marked crossings; do not enter the former property.
Signed permitted public areas only; staff directions apply. No entry onto former casino land required.
Access alternative: Follow signs for a step-free public route or ask staff for guidance.
Riviera and Peppermill area · Peppermill Restaurant and Fireside Lounge, 2985 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Check current opening hours with Peppermill before visiting. Walk-ins are welcome; restaurant reservations are available after 4pm. Food and drinks cost extra. Ask staff about Fireside seating and the step-free approach.
Signed permitted public areas only; staff directions apply. No entry onto former casino land required.
Access alternative: Follow signs for a step-free public route or ask staff for guidance.
Check current visitor information before visiting.
Riviera and Peppermill area · Riviera site
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Fontainebleau · Public hotel reception approach; do not obstruct check-in
Look for the bowtie motif near the front desk without obstructing reception. Ask staff where to find it.
Signed public areas only; staff directions and access rules apply. No construction/site entry or nightclub admission required.
Access alternative: Ask staff for the signed step-free public approach and a suitable viewing area.
Check current visitor information before visiting.
Check current visitor information before visiting.
Fontainebleau · Fontainebleau
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Fontainebleau · Fontainebleau
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Access alternative: Listen without entering restricted, ticketed or age-limited areas.
Money Tree site (Bonanza Gift Shop) · Bonanza Gift Shop public exterior
Check shop opening hours before entering. Largest-in-world wording is the shop’s own claim.
Remain on public sidewalks and use signed crossings. Venue entry follows operator rules.
Access alternative: Ask staff for an accessible public route and a comfortable viewpoint.
Check current visitor information before visiting.
Money Tree site (Bonanza Gift Shop) · Bonanza building exterior; historical south-wing Money Tree story
This is a historical casino story at the later gift-shop site; no operating Money Tree casino is promised.
Remain on public sidewalks and use signed crossings. Venue entry follows operator rules.
Access alternative: Ask staff for an accessible public route and a comfortable viewpoint.
Check current visitor information before visiting.
The numbers match the stop list above. Choose “Show on map” in the list, or select a marker to explore a stop. Use “Back to stop list” to return to its highlighted row.
46 of 46 stops shown. Indoor locations may be approximate. This is an area preview, not a walking route.
You’ll need the Vegas Retold app to follow this tour. You can explore the stops here.
The iPhone app is not available to download here yet.
View app informationA walking distance and total visit time aren’t published for this tour.
There are 52 minutes of narration. This is listening time, not a total visit estimate.
Use signed public areas and respect current venue rules. New listening points and connecting walking legs are not field checked. No entry or admission is granted.
Use public paths, keep doorways and queues clear, and respect posted restrictions. View objects without touching.
21+. Listed hours: Sun–Thu 3–11 p.m.; Fri–Sat 3 p.m.–2 a.m.; Fri–Sun brunch 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Reservations available. Recheck hours and cocktail presentation before visiting.
Ticketed show; the current official listing welcomes all ages. Use the current ticket calendar for dates and availability.
Listed hours Thu–Sat 4:30–11 p.m.; live music Fri–Sat 8–11 p.m. Confirm venue age/admission rules and current hours with staff.
Respect wedding activity and reserved areas; confirm garden access locally.
GO Pool is 21+; the Family Pool is separate. Pool admission, seasonal closures and operating rules require a current check; the tour does not grant pool entry.
Use signed public routes and follow staff directions.
Follow current signs and staff directions. Private guest areas require permission; do not cross barriers.
Follow signs and staff directions; private areas require permission. Do not cross barriers.
Signed permitted public areas only; staff directions apply. No entry onto former casino land required.
Signed public areas only; staff directions and access rules apply. No construction/site entry or nightclub admission required.
Remain on public sidewalks and use signed crossings. Venue entry follows operator rules.
Indoor locations and access can change. This preview does not establish step-free access to every stop.
This tour includes 46 narrated stops. You can listen or read when you have access.
A free audio sample has not been published for this tour.
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