The Neon Museum offers a spectacular collection of iconic Las Vegas signs over the years. You can tour these collections in person or virtually.
The bright neon signs are one of the most iconic, recognizable features of Las Vegas. Have you ever wondered what they look like up close, right at eye level?
Neon Museum Ticket Prices
Ticket prices start at $20 for adults and $10 for kids ages 7 to 17. Guests who are members of the Neon Museum enjoy complimentary admission for all tours. Children aged 6 and under are also free.
Tickets | Daytime Prices | Evening Prices | Sunset Hour |
Adult | $25 | $35 | $75 |
Child (7-17) | $12.50 | $17.50 | $50 |
Nevada Resident | $20 | $30 | $50 |
Museums for All | $3 | $3 | NA |
Hours & Location
The Neon Museum is open daily but hours change seasonally. Because the collection is located outside, weather can affect hours, especially in the case of high heat, winds or heavy rain.
- March – April: 3 pm – 11 pm Daily
- May – August: 4 pm – midnight Daily
- September – October: 3 pm – 11 pm Daily
- November – February: 2 pm – 10 pm Daily
If a scheduled tour is canceled due to weather, the Neon Museum will do its best to work with guests and schedule another tour time.
The Boneyard Tours
The Neon Museum offers two different ways to experience its iconic collection of neon signs – in person or virtually.
In-Person Tours
An in-person tour is a great way to get an up-close and personal look at the iconic neon signs that tell a visual history of one of America’s most famous playgrounds. There are two different areas to explore: The Boneyard and The Boneyard North.
Each outdoor area features a unique collection of neon signs, many of which have been donated by private sector collectors who want to help preserve this part of the history of Las Vegas.
Many of the signs have undergone an extensive restoration process and are lit up for your viewing pleasure. The Boneyard North collection has more signs needing restoration, so fewer are lit in this exhibit.
You can choose to be your own tour guide for your in-person tour. This hour-long excursion is the most economical in-person tour option. You can wander at your leisure and spend extra time in the main Boneyard on the pieces that capture your attention.
If you’re more interested in the history behind each of the signs, you can also purchase tickets for a 45-minute, in-person guided tour of the main Boneyard. The tour guides are well-informed and make the tour a lot of fun! We don’t typically enjoy museums, but this one was not to be missed, and the guided tour is worth the extra money. This is a great educational experience and ideal for both pop culture and history buffs.
Neon Museum FAQs
Is the Neon Museum worth it?
There is no shortage of things to do and see while in Las Vegas. Choosing how to spend your time can be a challenge, especially if your time there is short. Is a trip to the Boneyard at the Neon Museum worthy of being on your “must-see” list?
Almost everyone who has been to the Neon Museum says yes. It only takes an hour of your time to get an up-close look at the neon signs that have put Vegas on the map. Plus, a trip to the Neon Museum is one of the more economical sightseeing adventures in Las Vegas, and it’s family-friendly, too!
Is the Neon Museum lit up at night?
The Neon Museum Boneyard is a collection of the iconic neon signs of Las Vegas from years gone by. Not all signs were in working order when acquired by the museum, requiring an extensive restoration process. Because of this, not all the signs are lit up at night, but many of them are, and it still offers a spectacular nighttime view.
Is the Neon Museum outside?
Yes, the collections of the Neon Museum are located outside the Boneyard, as well as the Boneyard North exhibits. The Neon Museum does have an indoor visitor center, but the main collections remain outside.
What is the best time of day for a tour?
Those who have visited the museum offer different perspectives on this. Some say that a nighttime visit is a must so that you can see the restored signs in all their glowing, neon glory. Others prefer to visit during the daytime when you can better see the detail on all the signs, including the ones that haven’t yet been completely restored.
The answer here really depends on what you want from the experience. Are you looking for an up-close and personal look at the spectacular bright lights that have made Vegas famous? Then a nighttime visit is for you. Are you interested in more detail and appreciating the uniqueness and history of each sign? Aim for daytime when you can get the best look.
Some suggest booking your visit right around dusk when there is still enough natural light to catch all the fine details while also being able to appreciate the neon glow against the backdrop of the darkening sky. For safety reasons, daytime tours are recommended for guests under the age of 12.
A visit to the Neon Museum is a way to experience a little bit of what has made Las Vegas one of the most famous cities in the United States. Explore a little bit of history and find yourself in awe of each detail that has gone into these iconic signs. Can’t attend in person? Purchase your tickets for a virtual tour today.