You’re probably going to Las Vegas because of the attraction of the the fabulous hotels and the shows.

However, you’re only human and your senses can only take so much bombardment from the glitz and the glamor and the noise. So where can you go for a bit of peace and quiet?

Read on and discover some of the oases to be found in the middle of the mayhem that is the Las Vegas Strip.

Flamingo Hotel Wildlife Habitat

This wonder is located behind the Flamingo Hotel. When you’re weary of the constant hustle and bustle and want a quiet getaway this is the place to come. Bring a sandwich and a takeaway coffee and wander lazily through the gardens, savouring the peace and quiet.
 

This wonder is located behind the Flamingo Hotel. When you’re weary of the constant hustle and bustle and want a quiet getaway this is the place to come. Bring a sandwich and a takeaway coffee and wander lazily through the gardens, savouring the peace and quiet.

It’s not completely silent though. Every now and then you might be startled by the honking and babbling of the flamingos – somewhat reminiscent of the hubbub in Caesar’s Palace of an evening. There are lots of other wildlife to see, including guinea fowl, penguins and, very relaxing to watch, Japanese koi and turtles, among others.

If you look hard you’ll discover a memorial, almost hidden by the vegetation, dedicated to the man without whom Las Vegas might be a very different place today, Benny “Bugsy”

Siegel. Should you be of a nervous disposition you might want to avoid the park at night as it is rumoured that Bugsy’s ghost occasionally takes a stroll around, no doubt also welcoming the relaxing atmosphere.