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  • I grew up just outside of Las Vegas. Here are 8 of my favorite things to do and see around town that don't involve the Strip.

I grew up just outside of Las Vegas. Here are 8 of my favorite things to do and see around town that don't involve the Strip.

Salomée LevyOct 21, 2022, 17:32 IST

Author Salomée Levy grew up outside of Las Vegas in the nearby town of Henderson.Salomée Levy/Kit Leong/Shutterstock

  • If you're looking for activities in Las Vegas that don't involve the Strip, you don't have to go far.
  • I grew up 15 miles outside of Las Vegas in Henderson, Nevada, which has a host of unique attractions.
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I grew up in the city of Henderson, Nevada, which is around 15 miles south of Las Vegas.

The author at Lake Las Vegas, a lake outside of Las Vegas with resorts and golf courses.Salomée Levy

For less-crowded shopping, I go to the District Green Valley Ranch mall.

Shop without the crowds at the District Green Valley Ranch.Kit Leong/Shutterstock
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I love wandering the botanical garden and grounds at Springs Preserve.

Learn about desert plants and wildlife at Springs Preserve.Salomée Levy

For an adrenaline kick, try flyboarding over Lake Las Vegas.

Lake Las Vegas is home to resorts, restaurants, golf courses, and more.Kit Leong/Shutterstock
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If you're missing your pet at home, visit with cats available for adoption at Rescued Treasures Cat Cafe.

Visit with adoptable pets at Rescued Treasures Cat Cafe.Cathy Vandivort

Town Square is one of my go-to malls, and it has an Instagram-inspired museum that's perfect for photoshoots.

Town Square has shopping and dining, a movie theatre, and the Selfie WRLD museum.Kit Leong/Shutterstock
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I visit the Ethel M. Chocolate Factory when I'm craving something sweet.

Tour the Ethel M Chocolate factory to sample small-batch sweets and see chocolatiers at work.Kit Leong/Shutterstock

On extra hot days, I cool off on the water slides at Cowabunga Bay.

Spend a relaxing afternoon in the wave pool at Cowabunga Bay.Salomée Levy
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For a Friday night outing, my friends and I enjoy karaoke at Back to the '80s Cafe.

Enjoy milkshakes and burgers in this '80s-style cafe.Ron E. Mullins
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