There are some tricks to getting around the Las Vegas Strip without spending money and reducing the amount of walking. For instance, you can use one of the three complimentary trams that operate every 4 to 5 minutes, courtesy of the casinos. These trams are provided to encourage you to visit and participate in gambling, or to enjoy the various games, events, shows, shopping, and attractions Las Vegas has to offer. The free trams include the Aria Express Tram, the Mandalay Bay Tram, and the Treasure Island Tram.
The Las Vegas Free Trams
- ARIA Express Tram
- Mandalay Bay Tram
- Mirage – Treasure Island Tram
ARIA Express Trams
There are three stops: Park MGM, Crystals shopping area (near ARIA and The Cosmopolitan), and Bellagio/Vdara. You can get on the tram at Park MGM by the ARIA entrance. It stops next at The Shops at Crystals, then goes to Bellagio and drops you off at the South Tower. On its way back, it stops at Vdara before returning to Park MGM. The tram comes every 7 to 10 minutes, making it a quick and simple way to move around the Strip.
According to MGM Resorts, the tram runs seven days a week, daily from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, subject to change based on availability. Some websites say that the tram runs up to 4:00 pm, but that’s not true, plan your day and be careful.
ARIA Express Trams Stops and Access:
Aria Express – Park MGM Station
Address: 3770 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109.
Give access to:
- Dolby Live
- Maroon 5
- Bruno Mars
- Lady Gaga
- Eataly (food Court)
- T-Mobile Arena (5 min walk)
- New-York New-York Hotel (5 min walk)
- MGM Grand (10 min walk)
Aria Express – Bellagio / Vdara Station
Address: 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109.
Give access to:
- Bellagio Fountains
- Bellagio Botanical Garden
- O By Cirque du Soleil
- Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art
Aria / The Crystals Station – Aria Express
Address: 3720 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89158.
Give access to:
- The Shops at Chrystals
- ARIA Resort & Casino
- The Cosmopolitan Hotel
Aria Express Trams Route Map
The Mandalay Bay Tram
The Mandalay Bay tram connects the Excalibur, Luxor, and Mandalay Bay hotels on the Las Vegas Strip. It operates every five minutes, with southbound trips going from Excalibur to Mandalay Bay and northbound trips starting at Mandalay Bay, stopping at Luxor, and ending at Excalibur.
The Mandalay Bay Tram runs seven days a week, from 10:00 am. to 12:00 midnight (next day).
Mandalay Bay Tram Stops and Access
Mandalay Bay Tram Station:
The tram station at Mandalay Bay is located at the casino’s northeast corner. To get there, go up the escalators and take a turn around the corner past Starlight Tattoo and the House of Blues Restaurant & Bar. That’s where the train boarding area is located.
Give access to:
- Shark Reef Aquarium
- Michael Jackson One
- Las Vegas Aces
- Ultra Arena
- Welcome To The Fabulous Las Vegas Sign (15min walk)
- Allegiant Stadium (15 min walk)
Excalibur Main Tram Station
The Excalibur Tram station is located at the property’s entrance. You can reach it directly by using the street bridges from MGM Grand or New York, New York, without going through the Excalibur casino. Just look for the signs directing you to the Excalibur station.
Give access to:
- Spice Wannabe: The Spice Girls
- The Australian Bee Gees Show
- Tournament of Kings
- The Mac King Comedy Magic Show
- Fun Dungeon
- Karaoke at the Kastle
- New-York New-York Hotel (5 min walk)
- MGM Grand Hotel (5 min walk)
Luxor Tram Station
The Luxor Tram Station is located right outside the hotel, facing the Sphinx directly.
Give access to:
- Blue Man Group
- Carrot Top
- Playground
- Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
Mandalay Bay Tram Route Map
Mirage – Treasure Island Tram
The tram connecting the Treasure Island Hotel and the Mirage Hotel runs every 8 minutes. However, it’s currently not in service due to the Mirage Hotel’s closure on July 17, 2024.
The tram runs six days a week, Monday – Thursday from 9:00 am. to 1.00 am (next day), Friday – Saturday from 9:00 am – 3:00 am (next day).
Treasure Island Tram – Stops and Access:
Treasure Island Hotel & Casino:
Give access to:
- Mystere by Cirque du Soleil
- Gilley’s
- Fashion Show Mall
The Mirage:
Give access to:
- The Beatles LOVE by Cirque du Soleil
- Shin Lim