Now that the vaccine roll out is in full swing, governors across the country are easing social distancing restrictions, allowing businesses to allow in more customers. And Nevada is no different, although its governor, Steve Sisolak, is slowly implementing these changes to make sure everyone is as safe as possible. So, at least for the time being, smaller group sizes are being encouraged. Luckily, Las Vegas has plenty of venues where smaller groups can enjoy their Vegas stay and still feel safe.
1. Gray Line Tours (7370 Dean Martin Drive, Suite 409, 702.739.7777) Ever wanted to see the Grand Canyon? This might be the best possible way, driven in complete comfort while your group sightsees to its heart’s content.
2. High Roller (The Linq Promenade, 866.328.1888) There’s plenty of room in each of the High Roller observation wheel’s pods for groups to stretch out—and plenty of vantage points, as the pods are designed with maximum visibility in mind. As you tower high over the Las Vegas Strip for a half-hour, a video guide will both educate and quiz your group.
3. SlotZilla (Fremont Street Experience, vegasexperience.com) The people-watching at Fremont Street Experience is enough of a reason to go, but be sure to make a reservation for SlotZilla. You and your group are strapped into individual ziplines 12 stories above the Fremont Street Experience and launched (either sitting or Superman-style) at speeds of up to 40 mph.
4. Maverick Helicopters (6075 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702.261.0007) Each of Maverick’s state-of-the-art birds fits only a few people anyway, so small groups are practically tailor-made for this experience. And just like the High Roller, you’ll see the Strip as you’ve never seen it before, all within 15 minutes.
5. Topgolf Las Vegas (4627 Koval Lane, 702.933.8458) This one-size-fits-all recreation center was practically designed with social distancing in mind. Pick one of the dozens of hitting bays (all separated from one another) and spend the entire day ordering great cuisine and cocktails while hitting golf balls in a variety of interactive competitions.
6. Skydive Las Vegas (1401 Airport Road, Boulder City, Nev., 18+, 702.759.3483) The High Roller and Maverick Helicopters let you see the Strip like never before. Now see Nevada like never before, falling at 120 mph as part of a tandem skydive. Scared? Finding a group to jump with takes some of the sting out of it.
7. SunBuggy Fun Rentals (6925 Speedway Blvd., 866.728.4443) Take your small group and head out to the great outdoors—in this case, the Valley of Fire and the Amargosa dunes—and take off in an ATV for the afternoon. As much fun as it is to ride one of these babies, it’s so much more fun when enjoyed with others.
8. Climb Vegas (3717 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702.952.9559) Seventeen different courses will challenge you and your friends and family, and safety is stressed at every turn. You’re safely suspended in the air, so if you happen to fall, no worries—just get back on and continue. Best of all, there’s something here for all age groups.
9. Pole Position Raceway (4175 S. Arville St., 702.227.7223) The electric go-karts here, which can reach speeds of up to 45 mph, are a guaranteed source of fun for your small gathering, not to mention the facility’s latest addition, a virtual reality experience with 360-degree motion platforms that will make you feel like you’re actually hunting zombies.
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