Here’s my list of what to pack for Vegas, since traveling to this city is different from anywhere else.
Packing for vacation can be tough, and if you’re anything like me, I always seem to overpack, yet feel like I forgot something.
Visiting Las Vegas is unlike any other destination in the United States. Between the desert climate, all the walking you’ll be doing, and the need for a goodnight’s sleep, there are definitely some key things you want to pack for a Vegas trip.
You won’t find things like bathing suits, flip flops, types of outfits to wear, little black dress, a light jacket, or a refillable water bottle in this list – I’m giving you real tips about what to pack for Vegas to make your trip as comfortable as possible.
After dozens of trips to this lively city, here’s my essential packing list for Las Vegas, beyond what you normally might not think of.
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Fanny Pack
Lately this has been my go-to bag for walking the Strip. It’s closer to my body so it’s more secure.
And I love how I can have my hands free for taking photos or holding my drink!
Or when you’re sitting down at a slot machine or table, no need to set your purse down anywhere.
It also came in handy when I went on day trips off the Strip, like horseback riding in the desert and hiking at Red Rock Canyon.
I love my Lululemon fanny pack (pictured in photo).
But these fanny packs come in 18 different colors with a cute gold zipper (at about half the cost of my Lululemon bag).
Chapstick with SPF
Not only is the desert air extremely dry, it’s very easy to get sunburn, even on your lips.
So many people don’t realize how easily it is to get cooked here. You can always buy Chapstick at the pharmacy, but by then it’s usually too late!
And men, this goes for you too! Sun Bum or Salt & Stone are the highest quality chapsticks that both my husband and I use.
Smooth and buttery!
Nuun Electrolyte Tablets
These are a lifesaver in Vegas. The dry desert air actually dehydrates you much faster than anywhere else.
Combine this with all the walking and likely more extra alcohol consumption than normal, you’ll feel so much better getting some electrolytes in.
Add a tablet to water before bed or in the morning (or both) and you’ll be amazed how well they prevent your hangovers coming to full fruition.
There’s tons of flavors you can choose from (lemon-lime, tropical, tri-berry, strawberry lemonade, etc), or go with the variety pack.
Charcoal Pills
This is another underrated item to pack for Vegas. Activated charcoal can help remove toxins from your body more quickly and that includes liquor.
It can also help with digestion if you’ve been eating too much, especially rich foods.
I’ve always taken one before bed and another in the morning, and I’ve never had a slow morning in Vegas!
Please note that this is not intended to be medical advice, just anecdotal tips from a seasoned traveler. You should always speak to your healthcare professional before taking anything supplements.
Travel White Noise Machine
Another item I always pack for Vegas is my travel white noise machine.
It helps me sleep so much better, which is important on vacation!
Yes, there are apps you can download on your phone, but the noise quality just doesn’t compare to an actual machine.
This would be especially useful to bring with you if you’re traveling to Vegas with kids.
Small Coffee Machine
If you need your morning coffee before you can function and you can fit it in your luggage, I highly recommend bringing a small coffee machine with you to Vegas.
None of the hotel rooms have coffee machines as they want you to buy coffee from the shops in the hotels.
Not only is the hotel coffee expensive (even drip coffee is going to run at least $6), the lineups are always long.
Bring your own coffee machine and pods, and avoid having to get dressed, go wait in line for 25 minutes and pay almost $20 for two cups of coffee.
Add this up over the few days you’re there – not only does it get expensive, it wastes valuable Vegas time!
This Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker is small enough to fit in your carry-on and is a fan favorite among Las Vegas regular visitors.
Another option is bringing a collapsible kettle, which takes up even less space in your luggage (and works for tea drinkers).
Then you can either bring instant coffee (the Starbucks ones are pretty good in a pinch), or I like to bring single-serve pour over coffee packets.
Vicks VapoInhaler
A Vicks VapoInhaler for your nose is a must have product for Las Vegas!
The weather not only dries out your skin, but your nose too.
At the very least, I find it’s super handy for airplane travel, as my nose always gets dry and uncomfortable after a few hours in the air.
Or better yet, it masks the smells on the plane from other air passengers.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
This is the number one tip given to people traveling to Las Vegas for the first time.
And while I’m sure you’ve heard this over and over again, I can’t leave a pair of comfy shoes off this list!
I walk upwards of 20,000 steps per day in Vegas, so shoes that don’t hurt my feet are the most important item to pack.
I recommend the following shoes:
- Comfy daytime shoes/sneakers – these are the shoes I wore on my last trip picture in the photos.
- Sandals you can walk in for hours
- A pair or two of shoes for evening & dinners
- Foldable flats – these are essential to carry along in your purse for when your heels inevitably fail you! You can also find vending machines that sell these flats.
I’ve seen them at Planet Hollywood and the Venetian. But I recommend packing them with you to avoid unnecessary walking when your feet are killing you.
Reusable Tumbler
Simple Modern Insulated Tumbler with Lid and Straw | Iced Coffee Cup Reusable Stainless Steel Water Bottle Travel Mug | 24oz | One of the best ways to save money in Vegas (click for all the tips) is to make your own drinks and carry them around in a reusable cup.
This tumbler is super insulated and stands up to the Las Vegas heat, even when the temps hit triple digits.
It comes with both a flip lid and a straw lid and comes in 41 colors!
I’m a YETI girl myself, and I bring this mug which doubles as a coffee mug in the morning, and then an insulated tumbler from my drinks down by the pool!
Bucket, Epsom Salt and Marbles
This might sound weird, but if you have the space, you’ll thank me later. At the end of the day when your feet are tired, try this remedy.
Soak your feet in a bucket of warm water and epsom salt (while you enjoy a beverage).
Then, roll them over the marbles for a massage – your feet will feel so much better.
Check out this collapsible bucket.
It’s soft-sided so you can easily store it in your luggage, and it folds flat to take up no space.
It’s so versatile you can use it to soak your feet, do laundry when you travel, wash you feet after the beach, wash dishes and more.
Collapsible Cooler Bag
One of the best ways to save money here is to buy your own drinks at CVS or Walgreens instead of paying high prices at the casino shops or at the bar.
Most hotel rooms in Las Vegas don’t have a fridge, so bringing a foldable cooler and filling it full of ice is the best way to keep your drinks cold.
And it’s not just for drinks either – you can store your leftover food from the large portion sizes too!
This is a highly rated collapsible cooler.
If you search ‘Vegas’ in the reviews, you’ll see that tons of people have used this one.
Anti-Chafe Products
There will be so much walking on this trip which also means so much rubbing!
Prevent chafing before it happens and you will be so much more comfortable.
The Gold Bond Friction Stick is the most used product out there. It’s non-greasy, not chalky and barely noticeable.
Some people prefer a rub-on balm, others prefer a powder.
I like powder if you tend to sweat a lot, and this Anti Monkey Butt has added calamine in it to help soothe.
Use it for the thighs, under the bra, undersides of the arms, down below in the special areas and on your heels.
And men, this product is for you!
Slippers
After a long day of walking the strip, I like taking my shoes off in the hotel room.
But there’s so much turnover in Las Vegas hotel rooms, I never trust how clean the carpets are.
So I always pack slippers to wear!
These slippers have memory foam, so they’re ultra comfy when you put them on if your feet are sore from walking.
And they come in 10 colors!
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