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Hoover Dam Tour: Explore Engineering Marvels
4.6
498 Ratings
Las Vegas
Discover Hoover Dam’s history, explore tunnels, view turbines, and walk the Memorial Bridge. Visit Boulder City, the town that built the dam.
Discover Hoover Dam’s history, explore tunnels, view turbines, and walk the Memorial Bridge. Visit Boulder City, the town that built the dam.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Hoover Dam - Visit Hoover Dam for an exceptional tour inside this engineering wonder. The tour includes a ranger-led exploration of the Generator Room, Tunnels, and Visitor Center.
- Mike O’Callaghan - Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge - Experience breathtaking views from above the Colorado River, offering sights of the river, dam, and Lake Mead….
- Hoover Dam - Visit Hoover Dam for an exceptional tour inside this engineering wonder. The tour includes a ranger-led exploration of the Generator Room, Tunnels, and Visitor Center.
- Mike O’Callaghan - Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge - Experience breathtaking views from above the Colorado River, offering sights of the river, dam, and Lake Mead. It’s a fantastic spot for photography.
- Lake Mead National Recreation Area - As the largest man-made reservoir in the U.S., it serves as a major recreation hub, while also playing a crucial role in water conservation and flood control in the Southwest.
- Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum - Spend approximately 30 minutes in Boulder City’s historic district, where you can visit the Hoover Dam Museum, admire the famous bronze sculptures, and explore some antique shops.
What's Included
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Admission to Hoover Dam Visitor Center & Generator Room
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Admission to Hoover Dam Visitor Center & Generator Room
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Join a guided tour of the iconic Hoover Dam’s Power Plant, where you can explore historic tunnels, get an up-close look at the massive turbines, and visit the engaging Visitor Center. From 900 feet above the Colorado River, enjoy stunning views from the Mike O’Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge before visiting the delightful Boulder City, the town…
Join a guided tour of the iconic Hoover Dam’s Power Plant, where you can explore historic tunnels, get an up-close look at the massive turbines, and visit the engaging Visitor Center. From 900 feet above the Colorado River, enjoy stunning views from the Mike O’Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge before visiting the delightful Boulder City, the town responsible for building the dam. With convenient transportation from select Las Vegas hotels, this Hoover Dam tour offers engineering wonders, breathtaking photo opportunities, and rich local history, all in one memorable experience.
- The following items are prohibited: MARIJUANA, Firearms, Explosives and Fireworks, Flying drones, Comfort animals and pets are not allowed on top of the dam or in any buildings, Weapons or knives of any size (including pocketknives) are NOT ALLOWED in any Hoover Dam building. Food and drinks in sealed packaging allowed but may not be consumed in any building
- ADA transportation must be requested at least three business days prior to the guest’s travel date
- Age Requirement: Visitors must be over the age of 16 to go on Generator tour by themselves.
- Due to Bureau of Reclamation restrictions, please be aware that no luggage is allowed on this excursion. Smaller personal bags and backpacks can be brought on the bus, but suitcases and larger luggage cannot. If leaving luggage at your hotel, allow ample time to store it and reach the bus pickup location before departure.
Location
Treasure Island - TI Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, a Radisson Hotel
Las Vegas Boulevard South
Treasure Island Tour Bus pick-up Area is on Mystère Dreams Ave, formerly known as Sirens Cove Blvd, West of Valet and Starbucks, and will meet at the yellow curbed sidewalk. Additional pickup locations are available: please contact National Park Express to request an alternate location.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(498 Ratings)
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340bobbiel
Jun 8, 2026
A Great Experience touring the Hoover Dam!! - Our tour of the Hoover Dam Inside Tour was great!! Our tour guide Robert L. was absolutely fantastic!! He was very informative and made the trip easy!!
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Mani
Jun 7, 2026
Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam tour! - Had an amazing experience on this Grand Canyon tour! The itinerary was well organized, the stops were beautiful, and we got to see so much in one day. The views at Eagle Point and Guano Point were breathtaking, and the bonus stops at Hoover Dam and Hemenway Park made the trip even better. The guide and driver were friendly and kept everything running smoothly. Great value for anyone visiting Las Vegas!
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Jacqueline_m
Jun 5, 2026
The van driver was very... - The van driver was very knowledgeable and friendly. All the staff at the dam were very informative as well.
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Agates329
Jun 2, 2026
Excellent Tour! - Hoover “Dan” is an excellent energetic tour guide….above & beyond! Bus is nice, new, and comfortable. Just the right amount of time allowed for each stop. 10 out of 10 recommend!
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Dedeq2026
Jun 2, 2026
A Must-Do Hoover Dam Experience - My significant other and I just finished the Hoover Dam Tour with National Park Express, and we had an absolute blast! The tour was well organized, informative, and gave us plenty of time to explore and take in the incredible views. Seeing Hoover Dam up close was amazing, and we really enjoyed learning about its history and engineering.
The stop in Boulder City was a nice bonus, giving us time to walk around, browse the shops, and enjoy the local atmosphere. The entire experience was stress-free, and the staff did a great job keeping everything running smoothly.
We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Las Vegas who wants to get out of the city for a few hours and see one of America's most impressive landmarks. It was a highlight of our trip!
😊🏞️🚐
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James_k
May 30, 2026
Great experience - Great tour guide and videos in the bus prior to arriving at Hoover Dam.
Very informative and worth the experience.
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Tashan
May 29, 2026
Must do! - Who knew a dam tour could be this much fun? Robert was the perfect guide—informative, engaging, and full of interesting facts without ever making it feel like a history lecture. The Hoover Dam itself was impressive, and the stop in charming Boulder City was a great bonus. We also appreciated the local food recommendations, which did not disappoint! This tour was the perfect mix of education, sightseeing, and fun. Highly recommend!
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Joann_b
May 29, 2026
Incredible US Engineering - Absolutely breathtaking! An amazing feat here in US! Very important to buy complete tour including mechanicals.
Bus was comfortable
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Marcia_h
Jun 8, 2026
If you do the underground... - If you do the underground tour, there’s only about 15 min left to walk over the dam or to see exhibits. Not enough time by far. There are two brief stops on the way back to LV, again not enough time. Too rushed.
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Q3278dslouiseb
Jun 1, 2026
Could be better - So we got picked up outside the horseshoe. The email is pretty clear with imagery of where the pick up is. Bus is air conditioned & relatively comfy!
Robert L (the driver) was friendly enough to start & had some facts & jokes. He continued some historical facts while we were en route to the Dam. When we got there, he mentioned about tickets and we were a little confused. Turns out its a physical ticket for the plant tour. We arrive at the Dam & he parks up and lets us off. No direction, tells us a time to be back at the bus. He then said we had the option of going to a cheaper gift shop, or going to the bridge to look at the other state sign. He was like if one wants to go, we all have to go. We wanted to go. We did not go and ended up at the shop instead. Im not sure if he got confused or what, but we ended up on top of a hill.
The pictures I got were amazing, I had a lovely time with my friend, but it could have been better.
My issues:
- We were dropped off with no direction, knowing that some of our tickets included a tour of the generator/plant. Id have liked a direction or recommendation of where to start. As such, we didnt have enough time for the tour once we realised where it was
- The options of one or the other. If youve paid for a ticket and you can chose going to the top of a hill for some cheaper gifts, drinks.. or an actual tourist option. Dont have them on the same ticket or make time for both. Its not fair on a few people to not get what they paid for and wanted to do, because others dont want to do it (or the driver misunderstood!) Also, there were signs (e.g. entering nevada & arizona) that people probably want a picture of. Point that out.
- Letching over younger females. I didnt like the obvious "checking out" once we were getting on the bus. It felt disgusting. I should add that Robert L did not say or physically touch this female, but the looks were creepy and uncomfortable.
- Boulder City: Literally a 30 min stop with a "oh BTW, they are slow at making food here.. so hurry". It was treated as a lunch stop rather than an ability to look at the history of there - given that it housed the men who built the Dam. So it felt almost pointless.
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