Las Vegas Tourism Statistics 2024

Page last updated: 13 May 2025

Las Vegas tourism is driven by its entertainment scene, casinos and luxury resorts – all of which attract millions of visitors annually. Beyond the Strip, travelers enjoy shopping, fine dining and visiting nearby natural attractions like Red Rock Canyon.

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How many tourists visit Las Vegas each year?

Over 40 million tourists visit Las Vegas annually, excluding the COVID-19 pandemic period.

Las Vegas welcomed around 42.5 million tourists in 2019.

Due to economic conditions and travel restrictions, the number of tourists dropped to 19 million in 2020.

In 2021 visitation recovered to 32.2 million.

The upward trend continued in 2022, recording 38.8 million tourists.

Tourist arrivals reached 41.7 million in 2024, nearing the pre-pandemic level of 2019.

Who visited Las Vegas in 2023?

In 2023, 4.6 million international tourists visited Las Vegas. Among them, 2.4 million tourists were from North America (Canada and Mexico) and the remainder (2.2 million) from other countries.

The number of domestic tourists was approximately 36.2 million, representing 88.7% of the total arrivals for the year.

How much did tourists spend in Las Vegas in 2023?

The city set a record with $51.5 billion in direct tourist spending in 2023, representing a 14.7% increase from 2022 and a 39.6% increase compared to 2019.

Around 4.6 million international tourists visited Las Vegas in 2023, with overseas, Canadian and Mexican visitors spending $4,023, $1730 and $1891 per trip, respectively. This translates to an overall international visitor spending of $13.2 billion for the year, about 26% of total spending.

Las Vegas Tourist Attractions

The Strip is the 4-mile stretch featuring luxury hotels, casinos and entertainment establishments that draws around 42 million visitors annually.

Bellagio Resort and Fountain Show attracts 15 million visitors each year because of its stunning water fountain show set to music.

The Venetian Resort, known for its gondola rides, offers a Venice-like experience to over 10 million visitors yearly.

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, located 17 miles west of the Strip, is the desert reserve that draws more than 2 million visitors each year.

Mandalay Bay Resort is a popular spot for families that houses the Shark Reef Aquarium and attracts over 1 million visitors annually.

Las Vegas Travel Resources

How long do tourists spend in Las Vegas?

In 2024, tourists visiting Las Vegas spent an average of 3.3 nights in the city. This figure reflects a slight decrease from the previous year, where the average stay was 3.4 nights.

How many tourists visited Las Vegas in 2024?

Las Vegas welcomed 41.7 million visitors in 2024, which marks 2.1% increase from previous year.

How many tourists visited Las Vegas in 2023?

Las Vegas had 40.8 million visitors in 2023, indicating a 5.2% increase compared to 2022.

Of the total visitors, 4.6 million were from overseas, while the rest were domestic travelers.

How much did tourists spend in Las Vegas in 2023?

Tourists visiting Las Vegas spent a record total of $51.5 billion in 2023. This marked a 14.7% increase from the previous year and a 39.6% increase compared to pre-pandemic spending levels in 2019.

Who spent the most on Las Vegas in 2023?

In 2023, total trip expenditure by overseas, Canadian and Mexican tourists was $4,023, $1,730 and $1,891 per trip, respectively. Among overseas visitors, Australians spent the most per trip at $6,598, followed by Japanese ($4,865), Dutch ($4,541) and Brazilian ($4,530) tourists.

How many tourists visited Las Vegas in 2022?

Las Vegas welcomed approximately 38.8 million visitors in 2022, representing a 20.5% increase from the previous year.

Of the total visitors, 3.4 million were from abroad, while the rest were domestic travelers.

How much did tourists spend in Las Vegas in 2022?

In 2022, tourists spent a record $44.9 billion in Las Vegas. This figure represented a 31.7% increase from the previous year, surpassing pre-pandemic spending levels from 2019 by 21.8%.

How many tourists visited Las Vegas in 2021?

Las Vegas welcomed approximately 32.2 million visitors in 2021. This represented a significant recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, as the number of visitors was up nearly 70% compared to the 19 million who visited in 2020. However, this figure was still below the pre-pandemic total of 42.5 million visitors recorded in 2019.

Of the total visitors, 1.3 million were from overseas, while the rest were domestic travelers.

How much did tourists spend in Las Vegas in 2021?

Total visitor spending for the year reached approximately $34.1 billion, reflecting a strong recovery in the industry despite lower visitor numbers compared to 2019.

Las Vegas Tourism Statistics in 2020

Approximately 19 million tourists visited Las Vegas in 2020, a 55.3% decrease from the 42.5 million visitors in 2019.

Total tourist spending dropped to about $29.6 billion, down from over $36.9 billion in 2019, indicating a 19.78% decrease.

Las Vegas Inbound Tourism Statistics in 2019

Las Vegas experienced a robust tourism year in 2019, accommodating approximately 42.5 million visitors, a slight increase from the 42.1 million visitors in 2018.

The city attracted around 5.7 million international tourists, about 13% of total visitation; the rest were domestic travelers.

Why do people visit Las Vegas?

Nearly one-half (48%) of 2023 visitors’ primary purpose of the trip was for vacation/pleasure. Other common reasons included visiting friends and relatives (VFR), gambling, attending conventions or corporate meetings, special occasions, sports events and more.
Many visitors come specifically to camp and explore natural areas like Red Rock Canyon, Lake Mead, and Valley of Fire. Over 115 campgrounds and RV parks and 45 free dispersed camping areas are available near Las Vegas.

How much does it cost to visit Las Vegas?

In 2023, visitors spent the most on food and beverages, averaging $564.7 per trip. This was followed by shopping at $249.2, local transportation at $152.7, entertainment at $108.5, sightseeing at $47 and sporting events at $14.8.

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References

LVCVA: Las Vegas visitor statistics