The Strat Building
Las Vegas tower-casino featuring observation deck and thrill rides
The Strat on the Las Vegas Strip combines a hotel‑casino with an observation deck and thrill rides atop its tower; visitors come for panorama views, sky‑high attractions, and late‑night entertainment.
The Strat at a Glance#
Address: 2000 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89104, USA
Website: https://www.thestrat.com/
About The Strat#
The Strat is a hotel-casino and observation tower located on the north end of the Las Vegas Strip in Las Vegas, Nevada. Its tower rises to 1,149 feet (350.2 m) and it is the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States.
Guests use the tower for panoramic views of the Las Vegas Valley from public indoor and outdoor decks and for dining at the revolving Top of the World restaurant. Thrill-seekers visit the summit for a set of tower-mounted rides that extend over the tower edge, and the complex includes a casino, restaurants and hotel accommodations at the base.
The property was developed as a casino-hotel complex around the tower and opened to the public in the 1990s under its original ownership; it has since operated as a combined hospitality and observation destination. Ownership and branding have changed over time while the tower remained the central feature.
The Strat sits at the northern end of the Las Vegas Strip, adjacent to major surface roads and close to the Sahara Avenue corridor, several miles west of the Fremont Street area in downtown Las Vegas.
- Height: The tower rises to 1,149 feet (350.2 m), making it the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States.
- Visitor access: The summit combines observation areas, a rotating restaurant and several high-altitude thrill rides - plan for ticketed access to the observation levels and separate fees for rides.
What to See#
- Observation Decks: Public indoor and outdoor observation platforms near the top of the tower with panoramic views of the Las Vegas Valley and the Strip.
- Top of the World restaurant: A revolving fine-dining restaurant located on the tower, offering 360-degree views as it completes a full rotation.
- Summit thrill rides: A cluster of thrill rides installed at the tower summit, including the tower-mounted swings and drop-style attractions that extend over the tower edge.
- Hotel and casino complex: A casino hotel complex at the tower base with guest rooms, restaurants and entertainment facilities serving overnight visitors.
How to Get to The Strat#
The STRAT is located at the north end of the Las Vegas Strip on South Las Vegas Boulevard. It’s walkable from the northern Strip hotels or a short taxi/ride-share trip from central Las Vegas. RTC buses also stop nearby on Las Vegas Boulevard.
Tips for Visiting The Strat#
- Buy tickets in advance for the STRAT's observation decks and thrill rides - lines can be long on weekend evenings.
- If on the thrill rides, follow weight and health restrictions carefully; some attractions have strict safety rules.
- Dine at odd hours if planning to use the Top of the World restaurant - lunchtime can be crowded and reservations are recommended for prime sunset seating.
Best Time to Visit The Strat#
Best at sunset for views of the Strip lighting up; weekday mornings offer quieter observation decks.
Weather & Climate near The Strat#
The Strat's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 41°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 2° - 15° | 7° | 13 mm | some cloud | 46% | 3.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.8h |
| February | Excellent | 5° - 18° | 11° | 16 mm | some cloud | 43% | 3.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Excellent | 8° - 21° | 15° | 16 mm | some cloud | 37% | 4.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.8h |
| April | Ideal | 11° - 26° | 19° | 5 mm | mostly sunny | 29% | 4.4 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.0h |
| May | Ideal | 17° - 32° | 24° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 22% | 4.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.0h |
| June | Ideal | 22° - 38° | 30° | 2 mm | clear | 14% | 4.5 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.5h |
| July | Excellent | 25° - 41° | 33° | 12 mm | mostly sunny | 22% | 4.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.2h |
| August | Excellent | 24° - 39° | 32° | 15 mm | mostly sunny | 24% | 3.9 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.4h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 35° | 27° | 9 mm | clear | 23% | 3.5 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Ideal | 13° - 28° | 20° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 28% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.1h |
| November | Excellent | 6° - 20° | 13° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 35% | 3.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
| December | Very Good | 2° - 15° | 7° | 9 mm | some cloud | 46% | 3.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.6h |
