Best car photo spots in Las Vegas

Hand-picked spots in Las Vegas

Welcome to Las Vegas sign

Neon & retro · Best: Sunrise

There's a small lot right at the sign; sunrise is the only quiet time.

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Neon Museum

Neon & retro · Best: Night

Old casino signs; frame the lit sign and building from the lot.

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Red Rock Canyon

Scenic & lakeside · Best: Golden hour

Red sandstone along the 13-mile scenic loop's pullouts.

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Allegiant Stadium

Skyline & city lights · Best: Night

Black glass stadium with lots off the Strip.

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The Sphere

Skyline & city lights · Best: Night

The world's biggest LED screen; best from surrounding lots and streets.

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Las Vegas Motor Speedway

Industrial · Best: Golden hour

Desert speedway with huge lots on non-event days.

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Murals and street art in Las Vegas

Murals are the most popular car photo backdrop. Pull up alongside the wall, keep the car parallel to it and shoot from a low angle so the art fills the frame behind the car.

More spots in Las Vegas

• Calico II Scenic & lakeside
• Red Rock Canyon Dedication Overlook Scenic & lakeside
• High Point Overlook Scenic & lakeside
• Calico I Scenic & lakeside
• Red Rock Wash Overlook Scenic & lakeside
• Sky Bridge to Harrah's, Linq Hotel, & Monorail Bridges

Tips for car photos in Las Vegas

• Shoot at golden hour or blue hour. The hour after sunrise and around sunset gives soft light without harsh reflections; blue hour is best for skylines and neon.
• Go early on weekends. Popular mural walls and downtown streets are quiet before 9 AM, so you can park right in front.
• Respect the spot. Stay off private lots when asked, don't block traffic and keep the engine noise down in neighborhoods.
• Hide your plate if you want. Check your shot before you post it.