The LINQ Promenade is a lively open-air dining + shopping + entertainment district in the center of the Las Vegas Strip, famous for the High Roller observation wheel and the Fly LINQ Zipline—plus tons of casual eats and late-night energy.

Address: 3545 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109

✅ Quick Facts (Save This)

  • 📍 Location: Center Strip (between major resorts; easy to walk to)
  • 🎡 Signature attraction: High Roller — 550 ft high, 28 cabins, 30-minute rotation
  • 🪂 Thrill option: Fly LINQ Zipline — 1,121 ft long, up to 35 mph, launched from a tall tower above the Promenade
  • 🚇 Closest monorail: Harrah’s & The LINQ Station (walk-in access)
  • 🚌 Best cheap transport: RTC Deuce (24/7) stops at The Linq area

🌟 What to Do at The LINQ Promenade

1) 🎡 Ride the High Roller (best views, easiest “wow”)

High Roller is the iconic wheel at the end of the Promenade:

  • 550 feet above the Strip
  • 28 cabins
  • ~30 minutes per full rotation

✅ Tip: Go after sunset for the best lights (Strip looks unreal at night).

2) 🪂 Fly LINQ Zipline (quick adrenaline, great photos)

Fly LINQ is the Strip’s zipline experience above the Promenade:

  • Launch from a high tower
  • Ride 1,121 feet
  • Speeds up to 35 mph
  • You fly toward the High Roller area

✅ Tip: Do it earlier if you don’t want wind/cold at night (winter evenings can feel chilly up high).

3) 🍔 Eat + drink (easy “no-reservation” plan)

The Promenade is built for quick decisions: you show up, walk 2 minutes, pick a place.

  • Expect a mix: fast casual, bars, dessert spots, and bigger sit-down options.

4) 📸 Photo spots that actually work

  • In the middle of the Promenade with High Roller in the background
  • Near the High Roller entrance for “Vegas postcard” shots
  • Night photos look best right after blue hour (10–20 minutes after sunset)

⏱️ Best Time to Visit (Crowds + Vibe)

  • 🌙 Best vibe: Night (lights, music, buskers, party energy)
  • 📸 Best photos / fewer people: weekday afternoons
  • 👨‍👩‍👧 Best for families: late morning → early afternoon (less rowdy, easier strollers)

⚠️ Important: individual venues have their own hours (restaurants/bars/attractions differ), so plan around the specific attraction you want (High Roller, zipline, etc.).

🚶 How to Get There (From Anywhere on the Strip)

Option A: 🚶 Walk (often fastest)

LINQ Promenade is mid-Strip and designed for foot traffic.

Option B: 🚌 RTC Deuce (best budget)

Deuce on The Strip:

  • Operates 24/7
  • Runs about every 10–15 min (7 AM–1 AM) and every ~20 min (1 AM–7 AM)
  • Lists “The Linq” as a point of interest/stop area

✅ Tip: During big events (like F1 week), RTC may run modified routing—check rideRTC/RTC alerts.

Option C: 🚇 Las Vegas Monorail (fast + avoids traffic)

Closest station is Harrah’s & The LINQ Monorail Station:

  • Address: 3535 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  • Typical hours listed (vary by day): e.g., Mon 7 AM–12 AM, Fri/Sat 7 AM–3 AM

✅ Tip: Monorail is great if you’re coming from MGM Grand / Westgate / Sahara side—then short walk into the LINQ complex.

Option D: 🚖 Taxi / rideshare

Best if you’re dressed up, with kids, or it’s super late.

Option E: 🚗 Drive + parking

Parking on the Strip is usually paid and can change by day/event. Caesars notes many of their properties charge for self/valet parking.
(If you want, I’ll add a “parking price snapshot” section for your exact travel dates—prices can swing.)

✈️ Airport Connections: LAS → The LINQ Promenade (Step-by-Step)

RTC’s official airport transit page says:

  • Route 108, Route 109, and CX stop at Terminal 1, Ground Level Zero
  • CX also services Terminal 3

Easiest public-transit route (simple + reliable)

  1. ✈️ From LAS, take CX (Centennial Express) (Terminal 1 Level Zero; also Terminal 3).
  2. Get off around the Strip corridor (CX serves major Strip/downtown hubs).
  3. Transfer to Deuce and ride to The Linq stop area.
  4. Walk into the Promenade.

✅ If you have luggage and want “zero thinking,” rideshare/taxi is the fastest door-to-door option.

⚠️ Common Mistakes (Vegas-proof tips)

  • ⚠️ Assuming everything has one opening time → attractions and restaurants all differ (check the specific thing you’re doing).
  • ⚠️ Going mid-day in July/Aug without water → it’s open-air; heat hits hard.
  • ⚠️ Not planning your ride back → late nights can mean longer waits for rideshare and packed buses.

FAQ

Is The LINQ Promenade free to enter?
Yes—walking the Promenade is free; you pay for attractions/food.

What’s the main attraction there?
The High Roller (550 ft, 28 cabins, ~30 minutes).

What’s the closest monorail stop?
Harrah’s & The LINQ Monorail Station.

Conclusion

The LINQ Promenade is one of the easiest “default wins” in Las Vegas: central location, constant energy, and two headline attractions (High Roller + Fly LINQ Zipline). Go at night for the full neon vibe, or hit it midday for easier photos and faster lines—then use Deuce (24/7) or the monorail to avoid traffic pain.

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