The Mob Museum
The Mob Museum
4.5
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
About
The Mob Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to advance the public understanding of organized crime’s history and impact on American society. The Mob Museum offers a bold and authentic view of organized crime from vintage Las Vegas to the back alleys of American cities and—increasingly—across the borders and networks of the entire world. Explore the real stories and actual events of Mob history through interactive exhibits and one-of-a-kind Mob and law enforcement artifacts found inside our restored 1933 former courthouse and post office building located just minutes from Fremont Street.
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- surfercharlieGlendive, Montana868 contributionsVery Interesting! The Good Old Days!I did not have any interest in the Mob Museum, but the person I was with wanted to check it out so we did. I am so glad we went. There is so much history and it is so well presented. My favorite part was the speakeasy at the end. The guy we gave the code to at the door had some fun with us.... and it was totally enjoyable. So was the drink! Parking is $8, which is a little bit crazy, but my recommendation is to go ahead and pay it and park close. Plan at least a couple of hours. There is more there than I expected, and a lot of reading involved.Visited August 2022Written January 9, 2023
- Linda B74 contributionsMob Museum is interesting and educationalI loved the museum. Staff are very friendly. Our first stop was on the third floor where the line up is conducted. Very educational with a 2 way mirror. There are places to sit and watch movies on the history. You can read information on the pictures or watch the movies. Take advantage of the Happy Hour which is a discounted rate after 5 pm. Call to check all the rates. They also have discount for Nevada resident, or military discount must show identification card.Visited January 2023Written January 17, 2023
- Cloud573 contributionsTicket prices ridiculously highThe ticket prices (about 30usd for a non-resident adult) are just crazy and definitely not justified. If you wish to save some money, at least do not go there by car as the parking fee adds up to that. Just be aware that a free shuttle bus, the Downtown Loop, is reaching it from eg The Strat hotel at selected times (please check on the bus website, at present 11-18 Sunday to Thursday, 15-22 Friday and Saturday).Visited January 2023Written February 11, 2023
- Connie F476 contributionsDo Not MissAbsolutely fantastic museum. Very informative, interesting, and well laid out. Love the movies to view throughout along with displays. The volunteers are a wealth of knowledge as well. One of the best museums that I have been to in recent years.Visited May 2023Traveled with familyWritten May 12, 2023
- STELLA08AucklandAuckland Central, New Zealand470 contributionsGo early - avoid the crowdsSo much to see, and pretty crowded - I'd recommend going when they open as it gets a bit hard to read all the plaques when its busy. We enjoyed our visit here, but after a while found it to be pretty similar. Disappointed in the Speakeasy Bar in the basement. For one thing, it was freezing cold, plus it didnt seem to have much in the way of "atmosphere" - just like a normal bar.Visited March 2023Traveled with friendsWritten May 15, 2023
- Grover RPensacola, Florida18,030 contributionsThis is a Great Museum that Exceeded my ExpectationsI will say I did not have high expectations when our group said this was on the schedule of our Las Vegas activities, but it was a great museum and experience. It starts with the history of Las Vegas and entrance of Mob in shaping the town and gambling industry. However, it also focused on the casino business, showing ways people cheat and the ways people win. Also interesting that the building that host the museum is the former courthouse in Clark County that hosted hearings on the Mob. I came in skeptical, but I left an advocate recommending a visit when you go to Las Vegas.Visited March 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten May 28, 2023
- WikumjBromley, United Kingdom278 contributionsInteresting museum, great break from the heatReally interesting museum about the history of the mob in the America, they're connection to Vegas and their history through the decades. Very well laid out and great exhibits with just the right level of details in the signs. Would be great for all ages 11 and up (may not be appropriate for younger kids)Visited May 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten June 18, 2023
- michellerR6668Placerville, California87 contributionsThought this would be cheesy but very interestingSomeone recommended and we went thinking what the heck. Found it to be fascinating and especially loved the interactive parts like the picture you could take getting booked and displays. Also liked that they included more modern day cartel and gangs. A fun time is to go to speakeasy.Visited August 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten September 28, 2023
- midawg73Bay City, Michigan101 contributionsDefinitely worth your timeThis attraction has been on my list for a while. It was time to take it off the list. The Mob museum is in the former post office/court room for las vegas. The exhibits are well thought out and go in chronological order. Some of the highlights are the st valentines day massacre wall, AL capone and prohibition, kefavur hearing courtroom, early las vegas, and more modern times. Also some Mob inspired movies. I got the audio tour which is worth the extra $. Don't forget to get a drink at the underground bar.Visited October 2023Traveled soloWritten October 14, 2023
- ldjsFort Lee, New Jersey681 contributionsGreat MuseumExcellent Museum for all interested in American history and culture. Lots of interactive exhibits, plenty of historic artifacts. Well organized and easy to follow exhibits. Allocate at least two hours just for the Museum, not counting distillery.Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 23, 2023
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DLNY1
New York158 contributions
Jan 2022
Four of us strolled through the Mob Museum early on a Saturday morning (on line ticket discount for before 11 AM) and thoroughly enjoyed it. They had short interesting movies, some artifacts and a lot of information to read. The photos were interesting as was the entire timeline they laid out from the rise of Vegas to today's current criminals and cartels. They even had a display about movies and television series related to the mob and cartels with information about what was real and what was fiction.
Written January 27, 2022
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jehenson81
Washington DC, DC22,263 contributions
Mar 2020 • Solo
So I got to the Mob Museum right when they opened at 9am. Since I already had bought my ticket on line, I was able to go right in once I got my wristband. They start you on the third floor and you work your way down to the Speakeasy in the basement. The third floor goes in depth into how the Mob came about and how they came to Vegas in the 20s and 30s. They even have the St. Valentines Day Massacre Wall which was awesome. The second floor talked about the 60s and the 70s as organized changed to meet the times. The first floor was about the modern mob and how the government catches them and stops them. Great place, very well done.
Written March 7, 2020
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Elainetsai
Lancaster, CA116 contributions
Mar 2021 • Couples
Very detailed historical timeline of how the mob and all illegal enterprises came to be. Utterly fascinating and so well laid out. We enjoyed our time wandering the three stories that make up the museum. Many, many artifacts, videos, and photos tell the story. Worth the money and time spent there. You do need reservations and I recommend you take advantage of the “extras” offered. We did the CSI exhibit.
Written March 28, 2021
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Adrienne B
Saint Robert, MO2 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
The museum was very interesting and contained many original artifacts. It is a large building, so allow time to see all of the floors. The staff was enthusiastic about telling the story of the various displays. It was well worth the three plus hours we spent there. For the quality of the museum, it was well worth the price. As a bonus there is on site parking for a nominal fee. If you are interested in the history of Las Vegas and the Mob this is a definate must see.
Written January 22, 2020
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KimberleyF
Madera, CA35 contributions
Oct 2019
We learned a great deal and had fun as well. Definitely a worthwhile investment in tickets and time. Additionally, the staff we interacted with were friendly, welcoming, and treated us like family, from the security guard who assisted me with the lift for my wheelchair, to the docents throughout the exhibits, the photographer, and even the cashier. So happy to have gone.
Written January 7, 2020
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Andy5573
Palmyra, PA243 contributions
Jun 2021
Museum is well done. It is located in a former Federal building which contained a post office and court room. Well organized depiction of both Las Vegas and national mob history. Nice mix of video, slide presentations, interactive, and static exhibits. Purchase your ticket in advance if you are able to pinpoint when you will be visiting for a fairly substantial saving on the price.
Written July 6, 2021
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Alan304
Cranford, NJ1,484 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
It is best to go early as the museum can get crowded in the afternoon. The distillery tour and tasting was interesting - worth the time and additional cost. The museum also contains information on the early Las Vegas settlements. I don’t find the headset rental necessary.
Written May 10, 2022
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TravelMom2Too
New Orleans, LA186 contributions
Nov 2020 • Couples
The Mob Museum offers a tour of how the mob was introduced to America and to Vegas. There is plenty to experience from short videos, actual mob memorabilia and interactive activities throughout. A nice touch is that they offer you a stylus so you don’t have to actually touch anything. There were areas that seemed to be more crowded than others so be aware if you are trying to avoid too many people.
Participated in the Speakeasy/Distillery tour. Jim was an expert guide. He walked us through from the beginning to the end of prohibition and how moonshine was made. Enjoyed the ambiance of the Speakeasy but the service was slow so we decided not to stay around. The Mob Museum offers something interesting and different while staying in Vegas.
Participated in the Speakeasy/Distillery tour. Jim was an expert guide. He walked us through from the beginning to the end of prohibition and how moonshine was made. Enjoyed the ambiance of the Speakeasy but the service was slow so we decided not to stay around. The Mob Museum offers something interesting and different while staying in Vegas.
Written November 9, 2020
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Lesley B
Mountain View, CA2,937 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
The mob museum is pretty affordable for Vegas. We got the regular pass and spent about an hour reading the exhibits and watching some of the films. There’s a lot of information to absorb and interesting descriptions of the main players on both sides (mob and the law).
Written January 2, 2020
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Patty W
Ogden, UT952 contributions
Jan 2022
This museum is well worth your time. We went at 9 am on a Saturday and we’re the only ones in the museum for quite a while. They have a small parking lot that costs $8.00. They have a lot of cool artifacts. I would pay the extra $8.00 for the headsets. It is totally worth it.
Written January 17, 2022
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cg2792
England, UK2,587 contributions
Are you allowed to smoke indoors at the museum?
STELLA08Auckland
Auckland Central, New Zealand470 contributions
No smoking anywhere inside it
Cost for residents who are veterans
A Midlife Adventure
Dursley, UK1,313 contributions
Sorry no idea. I would suggest you check their website and\or give them a call
preciouspongo
Galesburg, IL87 contributions
My husband and I went about 4 years ago and I’m wondering if some of the exhibits change and if it would be worth going again?
redhead
Sanger15 contributions
Yes, they have expanded it, changed some exhibits (made them more easily viewed), and added some films. Hope this helps.
I notice there are a lot of things for sale there but most are interesting to men. Why are there few items fir women?
What day and time is the least busy?
Ben B
10 contributions
Usually the week days Monday -Thursday
DMcD1956
Oklahoma City, OK7 contributions
We're staying at Caesars Palace. Where do we catch the bus to go to the Mob Museum? Where do we get off and where to meet to come back to Caesars Palace?
klamathkennedys
Klamath Falls, OR152 contributions
hopefully you found it. it was great museum. its at the very end of the Fremont street experience
Ken S
San Jose, CA2 contributions
How is parking?
ToonaTraveler316
Altoona, PA23 contributions
My wife and I parked in Binions parking garage and walked about two blocks to the museum. We then came back to Binions and ate upstairs at Whiskey Liquor Up and got our parking ticket validated. The restaurant was clean and the food was awesome and then parking was free!!
KristinalynRN
Joplin, MO1,756 contributions
Hello. I am a traveller who gets fatigued easily and need to sit frequently. Does this museum have places to sit like benches or chairs on every floor? I hate missing out but I get a little nervous when I think about not having a place to sit and gather my energy.
How is the parking situation? We will have a personal vehicle and we hope to park as close to the museum as possible.
Thank you for your time and information!
mmiddltn
Linden, TN145 contributions
Yes they have benches everywhere and parking is beside the building
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Mob Museum
- The Mob Museum admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost $32.50, while a popular guided tour starts around $34.00 per person.
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