Hoover Dam & Lake Mead Full-Day Tour

Stand atop the Hoover Dam and marvel at one of the greatest engineering achievements of the 20th century. Our tour includes a guided walk across the top, an inside look at the powerplant turbines, and a scenic drive along Lake Mead.

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Dam Visitors since 1936

over 40 million people have toured the dam

Experience Hoover Dam Like an Insider

Our tour goes beyond the standard visitor experience. You'll descend 530 feet into the Nevada wing to see the massive generators, walk across the historic Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, and enjoy a relaxing lunch on Lake Mead's shoreline. Transport in an air-conditioned minivan with only 8 guests.

726 ft
Dam Height
17
Powerplant Generators
4.2M
Cubic Yards of Concrete
1935
Year Completed
Hoover Dam overview

Knowledgeable Engineering Guides

Our guides include retired engineers, historians, and former Bureau of Reclamation employees who share fascinating technical and human stories.

Guide Profiles

Engineering Background

Guides explain the physics behind the dam's arch gravity design.

Historic Art & Architecture

Learn about the Art Deco details and the workers' memorials.

Hoover Dam Tour Pricing

Classic

$109
  • Guided dam top walk
  • Powerplant tour (elevator descent)
  • Lunch at Lake Mead
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Deluxe

$159
  • All Classic inclusions
  • Bridge walk (Mike O'Callaghan)
  • Lake Mead kayak session (1 hour)
  • Souvenir hat & guidebook
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VIP

$229
  • All Deluxe inclusions
  • Private guide (1-on-1)
  • Visit to the original diversion tunnels
  • Wine & cheese at Lake Mead overlook
  • Photo at the Nevada/Arizona state line marker
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Your Dam Tour Timeline

1

Pickup from Your Hotel

Between 7:30 and 8:15 AM. Small group minivan.

2

Drive to Hoover Dam

35-mile drive along US-93, stop at the new bridge viewpoint.

3

Dam Top Guided Walk

Explore the arch, see the intake towers, and learn construction history.

4

Powerplant Tour

Elevator ride down 530 feet to the Nevada generator room.

5

Lunch at Lake Mead

Picnic or cafe at Boulder Beach with time to relax.

6

Optional Kayak or Bridge Walk

Depending on package, choose an activity.

7

Return to Las Vegas

Depart by 2:30 PM, arrive around 3:30 PM.

Hoover Dam Tour FAQ

Yes, the classic and deluxe tours include the powerplant tour with elevator descent into the Nevada wing.

Our guided tour provides priority access – public walkways are limited, but we have reserved areas.

Yes, children 6 and up enjoy the tour. No age minimum, but strollers aren't allowed inside the dam.

The dam top walk is wide with railings. The bridge walk has a glass floor section – you can skip it if you prefer.

About 35 minutes each way. The entire tour duration is about 6 hours.

Request a Hoover Dam Private Tour

Want a custom date or corporate group? Provide details and we'll arrange a private experience.

Hoover Dam scenic view

Witness the Wonder of Hoover Dam

Combine history, engineering, and nature in one unforgettable day. Secure your spot now – tours often sell out.

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