Nearby Attractions Around Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park
How to use this nearby attractions guide
Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park sits just east of the main Strip, close to university landmarks and museum spaces as well as classic Las Vegas attractions. This guide focuses on named places you can realistically pair with a show, highlighting what each spot is known for and how far it is from the venue. Use the distances as a rough sense of walking time only; always confirm directions, opening hours, and any ticket requirements directly with each attraction before you go.
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Quick-look attractions by distance from the showroom
If you only have a little free time around your show, distance is usually the deciding factor. These options are listed with approximate distance from Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park so you can match them to a pre- or post-show window. Shorter distances generally fit better before a show, while places a bit farther away may work well earlier in the day.
- Grand Prix PlazaAbout 513 m away; a tourism attraction plaza that can work as a short outing before or after a performance.
- Atomic Museum VegasAbout 1.0 km away; a museum focused on nuclear testing history and related exhibits.
- Jerry Tarkanian Statue MonumentAbout 1.2 km away; an outdoor statue and monument honoring the longtime UNLV basketball coach.
- Red CannonAbout 1.2 km away; a piece of outdoor artwork located on the UNLV campus.
- Black Lives Matter BannerAbout 1.4 km away; an outdoor mural-style artwork along Alumni Walk at UNLV.
- Different Daring DiverseAbout 1.4 km away; a public mural on East Harmon Avenue highlighting diversity themes.
- The CubeAbout 1.4 km away; a sculpture installation on the UNLV campus.
- Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art and Harry Reid CenterAbout 1.4 km away; an art museum and university building with changing exhibitions.
- CSI: The ExperienceAbout 1.4 km away; a themed attraction based on the CSI franchise on East Tropicana Avenue.
- High RollerAbout 1.5 km away; a large observation wheel offering elevated views of the Las Vegas area.
Museum time near the venue
If you are building a half-day around your show, the museum options near Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park give you a focused way to spend a few hours. Atomic Museum Vegas is roughly a kilometer from the venue and features exhibits tied to nuclear testing and related history, with the museum identified as offering wheelchair access and internet access. The Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art and Harry Reid Center sits about 1.4 km away on the UNLV campus and functions as an art museum within a university building, which can pair naturally with an afternoon visit before an evening show. Because museum hours and exhibit schedules change, check each museum’s official site or contact them directly for current opening times, ticketing details, and any special events that might affect your timing.
- Atomic Museum VegasAround 1.0 km from the showroom; a museum with nuclear history exhibits, noted as having wheelchair access and internet access.
- Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art and Harry Reid CenterAround 1.4 km from the showroom; a university-based art museum suitable for a daytime cultural stop.
UNLV campus art and monuments
Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park is close to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, which has several named artworks and monuments that can be combined into a short walking loop if you have spare time before or after a show. The Jerry Tarkanian Statue Monument, about 1.2 km from the venue, commemorates the university’s storied basketball coach in a dedicated statue and monument setting. Nearby, Red Cannon is another outdoor artwork on the campus, also around 1.2 km away. A little farther across the grounds you will find The Cube, a sculpture installation, and the Black Lives Matter Banner and Different Daring Diverse, both identified as mural-style artworks. These pieces are spread across locations such as Alumni Walk and East Harmon Avenue on campus, so it helps to look up a campus map or navigation app in advance to plan an efficient route and confirm access to specific paths or courtyards.
- Jerry Tarkanian Statue MonumentAbout 1.2 km away at UNLV; a statue and monument honoring the university’s basketball coach.
- Red CannonAbout 1.2 km away; a named artwork located on the UNLV campus.
- Black Lives Matter BannerAbout 1.4 km away along Alumni Walk; a mural-style public artwork.
- Different Daring DiverseAbout 1.4 km away on East Harmon Avenue; a mural emphasizing diversity themes.
- The CubeAbout 1.4 km away; a sculpture installation on the UNLV campus.
Strip-side attractions within a short ride
If you prefer classic Las Vegas attractions, there are options within a relatively short distance of Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park that you can reach by car, rideshare, or a longer walk if that fits your plans. CSI: The Experience on East Tropicana Avenue is about 1.4 km away and is themed around the CSI television franchise, giving you an additional activity that pairs naturally with entertainment-focused trips. High Roller, roughly 1.5 km from the showroom, is an observation wheel that offers elevated views of the city from enclosed cabins. Because travel time can vary depending on your route and transportation, allow some buffer between these attractions and your showtime, and verify each attraction’s ticketing and daily schedule so you are not rushed returning to the venue.
- CSI: The ExperienceAbout 1.4 km from Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park; a themed attraction based on the CSI franchise.
- High RollerAbout 1.5 km from the venue; a large observation wheel located near the Strip with elevated city views.
Planning a pre- or post-show stroll
If you want something low-key between your hotel and the venue, you can build a walk that includes both a campus art stop and a museum visit. One option is to head toward the UNLV side of East Harmon Avenue, where you can encounter public artworks like Different Daring Diverse and the Black Lives Matter Banner as you make your way toward installations such as The Cube or the Jerry Tarkanian Statue Monument. From there, you can continue to the Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art and Harry Reid Center for indoor exhibits before returning to Alexis Park for your show. Because some nearby areas, including parts of Paradise, Nevada, are tagged as park or access-limited spaces, always check posted signs and respect any restricted zones you encounter on your route.
- Different Daring Diverse and Black Lives Matter BannerPublic murals around the UNLV campus area that can be included on a walking route between the venue and the university.
- Paradise, Nevada park-designated areasSome nearby spaces are tagged as park or access-limited; confirm local access rules while planning any extended walk.
What to double-check before you go
Because Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park sits amid a mix of university buildings, museums, public art, and commercial attractions, each nearby spot follows its own schedule and policies. Museums such as Atomic Museum Vegas and the Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art and Harry Reid Center can change hours or close galleries for events. Outdoor artworks and monuments on the UNLV campus, including the Jerry Tarkanian Statue Monument, Red Cannon, The Cube, and nearby murals, are generally visible from public walkways, but specific paths may be affected by campus activities or construction. Attractions like High Roller and CSI: The Experience manage their own ticketing and operating times. To avoid surprises, confirm current hours, admission details, and any age or access restrictions directly with each attraction on the day of your visit, and build in extra travel time so you can return to Modern Showrooms without cutting it close to showtime.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which attractions are closest to Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park?
- Several named attractions sit within roughly 500 to 600 meters of Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park. Grand Prix Plaza is about 513 meters away and is listed as a tourism attraction plaza, making it one of the closest options for a short outing around showtime. A bit farther out, but still close enough to pair with a visit, are university-linked attractions and museums like Atomic Museum Vegas and the art and monuments on the UNLV campus, which fall in the one to one-and-a-half kilometer range.
- Are there museums near Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park?
- Yes. Atomic Museum Vegas is about 1.0 km from Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park and is identified as a museum with exhibits related to nuclear history, with wheelchair access and internet access noted. The Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art and Harry Reid Center is around 1.4 km away on the UNLV campus and functions as an art museum in a university building. Because museum hours and exhibits change, verify current opening times and any ticket requirements directly with each museum before planning your visit.
- Can I walk to UNLV campus art and monuments from the venue?
- The UNLV campus is within walking distance of Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park, with several named artworks and monuments located roughly 1.2 to 1.4 km away. These include the Jerry Tarkanian Statue Monument, Red Cannon, The Cube, and murals such as the Black Lives Matter Banner and Different Daring Diverse. If you plan to walk, map your route in advance, check campus wayfinding resources, and allow enough time to return for your show.
- What attractions work best for a short pre-show window?
- For a tighter schedule before a show at Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park, the closest options by distance are generally the easiest to fit in. Grand Prix Plaza, at about 513 meters away, can work as a quick stop without straying far from the venue. If you have a bit more time, you might add a single nearby museum or campus artwork, such as Atomic Museum Vegas or the Jerry Tarkanian Statue Monument, which sit roughly one to 1.2 km from the showroom. Always factor in your walking pace and build in a buffer so you are not rushing back for curtain time.
- Do I need tickets or reservations for nearby attractions?
- Some nearby attractions, such as Atomic Museum Vegas, the Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art and Harry Reid Center, High Roller, and CSI: The Experience, may require tickets or timed entry that are managed independently from Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park. Outdoor artworks and monuments around UNLV, including the Jerry Tarkanian Statue Monument, Red Cannon, The Cube, and nearby murals, are typically visible from campus walkways and do not use a ticketing system. Because each attraction sets its own policies, check their official information for current ticketing, reservations, and hours before you finalize your plans.