Roadside Attractions in Nevada

Worth the detour in Nevada

Pinball Hall of Fame

Las Vegas, Nevada

This massive, non-profit museum houses hundreds of playable pinball machines ranging from retro classics to modern marvels. Run entirely by volunteers, it is a sensory-rich walk down memory lane where every quarter spent supports local charity.

Nelson Ghost Town

Nelson, Nevada

This historic gold-mining settlement in Eldorado Canyon is a picturesque graveyard of vintage vehicles, rusted machinery, and weathered barns. Famous as a filming location, it even features a crashed plane prop from an action movie.

Nelson Ghost Town

Searchlight, NV

Step back into the Wild West at this historic gold-mining settlement, home to the infamous Techatticup Mine. Today, the ghost town is a surreal graveyard of vintage cars, dilapidated barns, and even a crashed plane prop from a movie. It is one of the most photographed spots in the Nevada desert.

Goldwell Open Air Museum

Beatty, Nevada

This haunting 15-acre outdoor sculpture park in the Mojave Desert features ghostly life-size figures, a giant steel penguin, and a colorful tiled lady. Created by a group of Belgian artists, it offers a surreal art experience against a stark desert backdrop.

The Clown Motel

Tonopah, NV

This legendary themed motel features thousands of clown figurines, clown-themed rooms, and an eerie location right next to the historic Tonopah Cemetery. It's a must-visit destination for those who love quirky Americana or brave souls unfazed by coulrophobia.

Lion Habitat Ranch

Henderson, Nevada

Once the retirement home for the famous MGM Grand lions, this Henderson sanctuary is now a multi-species haven. Get up close to majestic lions, feed a giraffe named Ozzie, and see exotic birds in an intimate setting. It's a rare chance to see these powerful predators just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip.

Browse by town in Nevada

The busiest towns here are Las Vegas (14), Beatty (2), Henderson (2). Every listing has photos, opening hours, admission and directions, and the directory grows whenever somebody searches for a stop that isn't in it yet.