The Hoover Dam is right up there at the top of the list of sights to see when you head to Las Vegas. Apart from the Grand Canyon, the dam and its accompanying lake, Lake Mead, are probably the most popular tourist stop on the list of Las Vegas tours.

The best way to see the Hoover Dam is to check out Lake Mead, as well. Enjoy one of several Las Vegas tours to the dam, or head there by yourself in a rented car. Since you are already there, why not enjoy a scenic cruise on this man-made lake? Several towns were actually flooded in order to make way for the dam and you can still see remnants of them in places. The cruise lasts for an hour and a half and gives you a good tour of Lake Mead, the largest man-made lake in the States.

The Hoover Dam itself is the focus of many Las Vegas tours. There is a museum where you will learn about the history of this amazing structure, as well as movies and exhibits. You can even take a stroll up on top and peek over the edge at the water far below. This is a great way to combine two sights into one Las Vegas tour.