Why is Las Vegas SO EMPTY?

In this video, I’ll take you on a tour of a Las Vegas Strip that’s practically empty and we’ll visit the following spots:
Fabulous Las Vegas sign
Bellagio Conservatory
Caesars Palace
Linq Promenade
Grand Canal Shops at the Venetian
Tableau at Wynn
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[@markmarshall6375]

If they don’t stop raising prices on everything it will be empty more often

[@clubmogambo3214]

For the past 20 years I've been saying the same thing. There HAS to be a price/cost point where the numbers start to drop. And yet for some crazy reason, if anything Vegas has never been busier. Often during the week, the crowd sizes on both the Strip and Fremont St resemble what use to look like only on the weekends. Can't figure it out, Vegas has never been more expensive, yet the tourists keep coming in droves.

[@JoshandBabe]

True facts

[@kennethbaker5223]

I've had the same thought many times over the 34 years that I've lived here. But it never happens. In the 90's, Nevada casinos would take in 7 billion per year. Even after Covid, Strip hotels can take in 10-12 billion in a month. This place may end up being a ghost town...but not today.

[@roiijamez33]

🎯

[@guitarsrcool4922]

Tourist still keep coming with the high prices but can you imagine how crowded it would be if prices were back to being reasonable? You wouldn't be able to walk the streets.

[@leroystea8069]

The few times I've been in Las Vegas, I purposely got up at 5am to walk around the strip because I have heard of this peace zone that happens. It is amazing. I mean, no cars, no people except maybe.....and I mean maybe, one or two. It is the most refreshing experience ever. And this peace moment allows you to take in all the beauty of this place.☺♥ There is such a powerful feeling to stillness....feels free.

[@Terrysoddy]

I’ve experienced it, it’s awesome

[@largol33t12]

You might run into the local flasher at the time. Her name is Nicole. I'm serious.

[@konstantinpospelov951]

Watching you walk around is very entertaining!

[@talishak100]

"The stragglers coming in from the walk of SHAME"🤣🤣🤣enjoyed the video.

[@Jadd612]

Men don’t have a walk of shame, if you hook up with a cougar, she’ll send you on your way with a cool whip tub of hot dish or hamburger helper for a snack later.

[@ScooterOnHisWay2024]

This was an interesting thing to do a video on. Very original. I haven't seen anyone else do this kind of thing in LV. Great work. I was on the strip one Christmas morning at about 6:30 am. You could have fired a machine gun in a full circle in what was typically the busiest part of the strip and not hit a soul, either in a car or walking. It was amazing.

[@RoadTripzz14]

This is an awesome idea for a video. Last time I was in Las Vegas I walked from the Flamingo to Aria Poker Room at 9 AM on a weekday morning and Las Vegas felt like an entirety different city

[@Thunder_6278]

So, 5 AM is the magic time to see the sign all by yourself. Thanks for the info. You do a great service for us outsiders and tourists.

[@MrKobeJ]

This is one of the most unique and fun videos I’ve ever seen about Vegas, your creativity is through the roof! You look stunning 😊❤

[@roythousand13]

My only gripe with Las Vegas is the constant road construction and road closures.

[@MH_6160]

This reminded me of Vegas during the pandemic… Maybe a handful on the strip at 6 am or any time of the day. Nearly all the lights on the strip shut off , the only lights on were the windows lit up like hearts. I remember people doing yoga in front of the fountains and the bike groups riding the strip unobstructed. Defiantly a weird time and feeling... Probably will never see it again in my lifetime.

[@stumphead4885]

I really miss wearing a face diaper, social distancing, free experimental clot shot, of course with a free order of fries and the lockdowns. Times were good during the plandemic. 🤔

[@jasonsezno8197]

Aw man I didn't go down to the strip at all during the pandemic, but if seen videos.... been through there plenty of times during 5am recently and from I've seen it's still not nearly as empty as it was during the pandemic... your right, that may never happen again during our lifetime... too bad I missed it.

[@harlanabraham7772]

100 degrees is actually quite comfortable in Las Vegas. It's when it gets over 110 degrees it gets bad.

[@Clintsessentials]

100

[@stever7157]

Either the weather that’s too hot, or the ridiculous high prices and fees for everything.

[@e4lee0311]

It was nice during Covid, hardly any lines or crowds, easy to maneuver through the streets, plenty of affordable rooms available, cheap flights. Unimaginable feeling of having the city to yourself practically.

[@vegasmitch1472]

YES America was affordable then it went back to being old Amerikka meaning as GREEDY As it can po$$ibly be!!

[@MH_6160]

I stayed at cosmo when they had a really low occupancy rate due to covid, I booked a terrace suite… they upgraded me to a wrap around tower suite which is abnormal even with my free upgrade with FHR… I paid 120.00 a night, I will probably never get that deal again in this life time.

[@georgebaillie5395]

I would have never guessed that the best thing to see in Vegas can be found at 5a.m. in various locales.

[@amyshaffner]

Love this video Babealabe! So different at 5am. 🤗

[@mavricknightfire5898]

I plan to visit your city soon. Thank you for all the wonderful insights! Much appreciated Babealabe!

[@markkane5560]

Luv when you show the menus! I always pause to see all the items. Will definitely visit Tableu. Thanks!

[@MaseratiRick-ok5oj]

Maybe it’s cause the Venetian garage is no longer free parking for any and everyone (center strip basically)

[@leediamond4609]

Brilliant idea. So peaceful and surreal to see the world w/o the hustle and bustle. thanks for the tour, lovely lady.

[@tigerlilly21]

Possibly because it's hot AF in August 🥵

[@YesDaddyTDPop]

July felt the hottest this year so far

[@Hestra34]

Hey babes. Another great video. This seriously nuts! Never would of thought of it this empty. Can't wait to experience this when I get back out there. Would love to have a cup coffee at that time. Not the hangry in the morning 😂. Love that little Cafe at Wynn. Hope you guys have a wonderful day 💗

[@susanfurnal2663]

I was at New York New York on Friday.I live in Henderson. the Casino and food costs are crouded.The age group is 20 to 30 age group.They are not spending as much money.There are two conventions here and othe important events to attend

[@guaping2012]

Because its hot outside 😅😅😅😅

[@23bosskid]

During the summer it’s usually slow due to the fact there’s no conventions in town it always picks up at the end of August , but yeah summers always slow except for beach clubs

[@Vincent-k5e]

You are the first thing that comes to mind when I think of Las Vegas 😉

[@maretcaplan6462]

I'm local but the one time we took pictures at Welcome Las Vegas, we went there like 6 AM and it was quick and easy, no crowd, no traffic. That's like 15 years ago.

[@thomashorgan6291]

this video was such a great idea!! loved it 💙🙃 I'm a morning person too, I walk the strip from 5:00-6:00 every trip

[@angeliqueduvois]

Us too❤❤!! We do this everywhere getting up early on vacation.

[@Williameagleblanket]

Christmas Day 2001 at The Plaza, 0600 hours, I was the only person gambling and drinking beer. I hit a jackpot. I won $1600 playing Double Diamonds. 💎 💵🎰

[@DixiePokerAce]

Walked down the Strip during covid. It was a ghost town.

[@DanO530.8]

The sign should have a collection box for donations for the electricity or maintenance

[@Clintsessentials]

lol, totally!

[@JoshandBabe]

We were there 7 days ago and it was absolutely packed. But yes, at 5am it’s pretty dead.

[@jcferg7733]

Love the content!! Nice job.

[@pokerpat6470]

Vegas at 5 a.m. BRILLIANT!!!! Unlike you I am a night owl and have seen Sin City at all hours of the night. One of my fondest memories: My sister and I were playing poker @ Mandalay Bay, I said "Lori the sun's coming up" to which she responded "So?"😂How creative of you to envision doing such a video. It may be my favorite. Be there in 8 days, It'd be an honor to run into you. Keep up the good work!!!!

[@southwestjohnny7767]

I’ve never heard of that coffee shop or that restaurant at The Wynn. I’m totally trying them both. Thanks!

[@largol33t12]

0:26 - Looks like she had wayyyy too much to drink...🤣😂

[@MicheleMonroe]

I love when the Las Vegas sign is empty!

[@tigertony195]

Another great video, you are amazing. I love that you shot the video in the early hours, it threw a whole different light on Vegas. Keep up the good work, you are by far the best.

[@mtn.lion_bait]

It's been hot!

[@barryirvin2417]

Summers are slow . Labor Day is busy . I have lived here 5 years and love it . I am in Summerlin .

[@RodgerRamjet]

school, college, back in session.. its HOT A F in Vegas right now... nothing " special" going on ..??? ive been to Vegas in almost every month of the year,(as a tourist, i used to live their 23 yrs ago ) and yea, Vegas has its slow months. not many, but, most are due to heat, or, just nothing BIG going on.. no football, baseball, hockey.. etc.. I go for the poker, and, you can always find a cash game, or tourney.. the lack of tourism is kinda nice.. hahahaha. Love the Vid as always..

[@frostyhighway9011]

I love to watch you walk around it's quit entertaining even at 5 AM.

[@YesDaddyTDPop]

🍑

[@athenacurtis4141]

Well kids start school this monday plus everything is getting so expensive😒

[@leroystea8069]

Thanks for showcasing this☺♥

[@Fuff63]

I did not know this, cool. Would make a good time to film a modern Twilight Zone episode. Cheers.

[@Igotstaknowit]

Prices adjust according to demand. If prices are too high, people stop going to Las Vegas. It happened way back around 2010. I remember resort fees were $10-$12 and parking was free. All it takes is another recession and they will lower the prices on everything. Remember room prices when they reopened after the Covid shutdown. Rooms on the strip were around $100 a night.

[@andrewpettola6097]

Great video! I am forever on east coast time when I come to Vegas so I love the early morning exploring. $6 for an iced coffee is not bad considering what you get charged at Starbucks, and Zeppolo has such great views from that second floor balcony. I'm surprised that's still a "best kept" secret.

[@christianpruss]

Great video ! Reminds me of the time we went to Vegas like a week after the covid reopen. Even at noon everything was empty ! No cars driving the strip at all. Restaurants were so limited , but playing the slots was peaceful! . We stayed at the venetian, and the room rate was cheaper than the resort fee!!! That's a cool upstairs , never knew that. Reminds me of that little upstairs area from the macaroon bar where you can overlook the gondolas

[@bryannelson6139]

What a unique and interesting video. The only time I have ever seen Vegas empty, is when I visited during the pandemic. I have never been awake in Vegas before 9 AM. I will have to try an early morning adventure sometime, it looks really cool. Thank you for the video!

[@dacoogee]

Brilliant. Love it. It’s awesome to see vegas at this time of day. Especially the Las Vegas sign

[@franklink10]

Cudos to you for looking fabulous at 5 in the morning! I loved walking the strip early in the morning and visiting with the dealers and waitresses. Totally different atmosphere than during the afternoon and evening. Good time to get breakfast like you said.

[@jmp130]

Great job on this one! Really fun and creative video. The "stragglers" made me chuckle, we have all been there 😅

[@pe4166]

PRO TIP: Reserve accommodations at the Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa located in Summerlin. A rental vehicle is essential for your stay. For those wishing to visit the Strip, consider self-parking at the Sahara Las Vegas (free parking and a good way to avoid traffic). For convenient travel along the Strip, the Deuce bus service is an excellent option. If you enjoy walking and the weather permits, that's a great option as well. Staying off the Las Vegas Strip can offer several advantages, such as more affordable accommodations, a less crowded and chaotic atmosphere, and the opportunity to explore local culture and attractions beyond the typical tourist hotspots. Additionally, off-strip hotels may provide more spacious rooms, unique dining options, and easier access to a variety of entertainment and activities without the hustle and bustle of the Strip. Overall, it can lead to a more relaxed and authentic experience while still allowing convenient access to the central attractions. As a resident of Las Vegas, I often share this advice with family and friends who come to visit, and they appreciate the guidance. Additionally, it is advisable to wear comfortable footwear.

[@bluntedvegas702]

You're the best view in Vegas!

[@donbrown1909]

I visit Las Vegas often and since coming from Indiana, I always get an early start. I’m not there long enough to adjust to the time change. I really enjoy it that way.

[@tmroland12]

What a super original Vegas video idea. I love it. I would love to see an entire video solely concentrating on people who are doing the walk of shame, lol. 😂

[@CH-tg6zq]

I love this channel. Thanks for cranking out great video after great video!

[@markal6004]

I love Las Vegas early mornings inside and outside. It's a totally different world.

[@clintmesle7613]

I love getting up early when I'm in Vegas. Usually between 4 am to 7 am is a great time to explore on your own.

[@aaphotofilm]

We love you so much. Your voice is so amazing for these vlogs and your content is amazing. Watching all the way from UK

[@markrabel6281]

Love your perspective. Great Vlog Babealabe!

[@andrewkolb6309]

My Fav Vegas YT beauty I love your vids keep them coming sweetie always enjoy them 😊

[@Jesus.X]

I walked from the las vegas sign to the luxor once at 5am and it surprised me how empty it was in the morning.

[@jasonsezno8197]

That's also not a particularly pedestrian heavy part of the strip, it's literally at the end with the only 1 casino between the sign and luxor being Mandalay bay... (and tropicana is being torn down).... so that part of the strip is especially prone to "empty" times.

[@bennied2757]

Thanks babe I was in Vegas a month ago 1st time. So much I didn't see your videos are the next best thing. I got on the deuce at midnight the bus 🚌 and the strip were jam packed.

[@user-ih9gt8op5d]

Good great info honest truth on las vegas.last visit i walked back to resort hotel on the strip from offstrip casino around 5 6 am. Few people i met up, was actually good stroll little quiet❤👍.

[@klacustoms]

This is a cool segment. I'm going to try this next time I'm out in Vegas at those hours. The LINQ, Promenade area shops is always cool. Every time I go to Vegas, I'm either getting an In n Out T-shirt or buying a custom Fedora hat from The Hat Loft.

[@vegasmitch1472]

Love Weeknights in Vegas between 4-7am especially during Fall or Spring when you might need a SweatShirt on! Seeing that Sunrise from the Right Hotel Room is Sweet Also!!

[@tonymontana-uw1bq]

I flew from Australia to Vegas two weeks ago for Sammy Hagar VH gig at MGM. My brother and I had a blast... we stayed at, The Orleans Hotel & Casino, because it was $700 cheaper than The Luxor, for 5 nights. Prices are steep after Aus dollar conversion ...worst was at LV airport...$38 for Sub & Pepsi! 😂

[@SethPitnick]

That's what I do too.. Love it.

[@user-uy7rz8qj4q]

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[@FergieNCC2475]

The empty attractions seem almost spooky. Thanks for this unique look at Vega$.

[@eddiem99]

Such a great video, something completely different, thank you. 💞🥰💞

[@osuleo]

What an AMAZING idea for a video. Your video looked like a sci fi. movie. Well done!

[@VanCityDLLM]

Maybe because it’s so hot! ☀️🔥🥵LV is not as affordable as it used to be and the US dollar is too high for many international travellers. For the same price of a Lv trip, I can now stay at a Central American resort for a week or two. At least I had the opportunity to enjoy the real 24 hours Vegas before the pandemic hit.

[@jasonsezno8197]

LITERALLY NOTHING is as affordable as it used to be... even the stay at a central American resort. And your comment has probably ALWAYS been true. Also I've been talking to many tourists who have been getting round trip flights from various places in the country for under $200 round trip, then staying at the Westgate, Arizona Charlie's, luxor, and various spots downtown for under $100 a night. And I'm not talking years ago, this is happening right now... With that said the strip has always had "amusement park" prices... the real problem is rent and real-estate prices for locals since the city itself is EVEN MORE popular do to the new sports teams we have.

[@bigtdawg2626]

My sleep schedule is messed up so I usually would crash out at 10pm and wake up at 3-4am. I am glad to have found some 24 hour spots because there isn't a lot available at that time.

[@SEAN_CDN0708]

Great video.... I also like the early morning.... Not 5 am thou.. lol... I was in the Venetian a while back right where you had your coffee and had to ask how to get out and back to the strip... Lmao.... Thanks again for the video!!!! 🍺🍺🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@paullee2777]

Thanks for the tip, I plan to visit a.s.a.p. And will be sure to walk around in the early hours, great video keep up the great work

[@DevilsInc323]

Waking up to a video of yours priceless

[@jonnuanez7183]

This was a cool video and a great idea for one as well

[@djfreddyb]

Fantastic!!!❤

[@DonnaSmith-it6ve]

The bean counter have out priced the majority people.

[@franklapinski1178]

Great job on today’s video I have done that before I do get up around 4am to walk on the strip and have visited the observatory around 6 am then head for breakfast at the balagio

[@nightwolfv7541]

I wake up naturally cause I’m from the east but I like to get up and go smoke and have the strip to myself. It’s awesome.

[@Biden-SUCKS548]

You are 100% correct, I love taking a drive down the strip around 5am in my convertible XLR. I havent done this for a bot, maybe monday mornig ill take advantsge of the empty strip.

[@pauldempsey1214]

I liked/live this take. When I'm in town at least once a trip I walk from MGM Grand to the Straat and back at 4:30- 5:00 am. It always seems sureal to me for sure.

[@davidellis5141]

Sometimes 5am is early & sometimes its late 😆 🤣. Depends on the night before. Definitely a relatively cool time of day 🌄.

[@bradnelson2637]

So cool…thanks for posting this!

[@idahojoe]

So pretty and great idea for a video. She is as smart as she is beautiful! Unique stuff from the other Vegas vloggers.

[@jackthomas6952]

Back in 2021 I got to my downtown hotel Tuesday night and I couldn’t even get prime rib at Market St Cafe because of such an insanely long wait. I was like what the fuck this is midweek!!

[@tru4lifezs]

Your Perfect 🥰

[@DrexelGregory]

Thanks so much for this video, what a great idea!

[@unclesgiraffe16]

Mornings in Vegas are the best! Shhhhhh, don’t tell to many people 🤫

[@michaelobrian3559]

Well played!!!

[@patrickrossetti7109]

Absolutely right!

[@CristianoMiami13]

Great video. I come to Las Vegas almost every Halloween. I prefer it not to be super hot lol

[@jmsmikey]

Thanks!

[@babealabe]

Thank you so much! 😊❤️❤️

[@primemover1416]

Enjoy the 5am emptiness, just don't walk from The Strat to downtown. Ever.

[@jasonsezno8197]

Just to add to what you've posted.... And don't walk directly behind the strat either... you may find yourself in a precarious situation as that is an area known as "naked city" or "the naked city barrio" and can be a genuinely dangerous area, especially for tourists. Also if your downtown and your a tourist stay in areas that either A. Have a big screen above you (Fremont street experience) or at least near it B. Have what look like Christmas lights above you (gentrified downtown, generally safe while most things are open) or C. Are inside a casino.... also container park is fine, and the arts district is great during 1st friday... and probably not horrible during normal business hours... but is still quite a sketchy area when nothing else is going on. Being a pedestrian too far from these areas could land you in spots that are not just some of the most dangerous in the city, but also the country. If your a tourist (especially if you dont have family here and you've been here less than 5 times, stay in the touristy areas until you get a better feel for the city.

[@doiyama4575]

Great video thank you for sharing 😊❤

[@Warblade2009]

I remember walking to Bellegio one night about three years ago and I was surprised that there was so few people at night. I thought a lot of people would like to be out at night since it's cooler during the summer. it was really weird with so few people in a most popular tour destination. I can also think of another reason why there's few people. people can't afford it anymore due to the new Cost of Living. shows and foods are getting really expensive lately, even in Vegas too.

[@kennethbaker5223]

@@Warblade2009 Strip hotels are enjoying record profits, and record crowds. Things have changed in the last three years. 😀

[@Sabrewulf007]

I'll say it, I'm here for the beauty of what vegas has to offer and the host, lol.

[@6ftfox]

I agree with you lived here over 30 years. Sad.