Lights, Camera, Vegas: The Neon Museum Launches ‘Viva Las Vegas! Movies’ Tour
By Melanie VanDerveer on November 6, 2025 at 3:30 PM EST
The Neon Museum in Downtown Las Vegas is rolling out the red carpet for film fans with a new tour. The "Viva Las Vegas! Movies" tour, a guided experience that celebrates Sin City’s rich cinematic history, will have guests not only seeing the iconic Neon Boneyard, but also hearing stories about some favorite movie moments and celebrities that are tied to the city.
From Elvis Presley to “Honey I Blew Up the Kid” to “The Hangover,” the stories told on the tour bring Hollywood charm to the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas and creates a one-of-a-kind experience.
Relive Some Of Hollywood's Golden Vegas Moments At The Neon Museum
If you’ve ever visited the Neon Museum, you know just how rich in history it is.
The new "Viva Las Vegas! Movies" tour gives film fans a little insight into some well-known movies filmed in Las Vegas. And with lively tour guides who really know their stuff, it’s an experience any movie fan won’t want to miss.
The tour unveils some of the Vegas magic behind beloved blockbusters. The tour begins in the La Concha Motel lobby, which is now the Museum’s Visitor Center, but film fans might recognize it as the setting for a scene in the hit movie “Casino.”
The Tour Continues Through The Neon Boneyard
The tour takes guests around The Neon Boneyard, stopping at many spots along the way to discuss the importance of specific neon signs that were seen in some well-known films.
Some of these films include, “Honey, I Blew Up the Kid,” “Behind the Candelabra,” “Casino,” “The Hangover,” “Vegas Vacation,” and many others. Tour guides are armed with facts and behind the scenes information that makes this tour not only fun but educational.
According to The Neon Museum’s website, “The Viva Las Vegas Movie Tour at The Neon Museum not only celebrates the cinematic history of Las Vegas but also sheds light on the symbiotic relationship between the city’s neon-lit charm and the silver screen.”
The website also explains that this tour is the “opportunity to walk in the footsteps of beloved characters.”
The Blast had the opportunity to take the tour and walk through The Neon Boneyard and completely agrees with that statement. It was really fun to hear some of the behind-the-scenes stories that accompany the neon-lit larger-than-life signs. Movie fan or not, it's a fun experience for all ages.
Where Celebrities Had Their Dry Cleaning Done In Las Vegas
On one stop of the tour, the guide shows the Steiner Cleaners neon sign and explains the importance of it on the tour. A short explanation sits in front of the brightly lit sign for anyone on a self-guided tour.
“This is an animated sign, portraying ‘Happy Shirt’ greeting visitors with a wave of its arm,” the explanation reads.
“Steiner Cleaners often provided dry cleaning services for Las Vegas celebrities, including Liberace, who was so satisfied with the service he received that he recorded a local radio commercial for the business.”
So while this isn't a sign seen in any films, it helped to create celebrity history in Sin City.
Las Vegas Was The Backdrop For A Few Scenes In 'Honey I Blew Up The Kid'
If you’ve ever watched “Honey I Blew Up the Kid,” you know that famous scene where the gigantic baby played the Hard Rock Cafe guitar. That guitar sits right in the center of The Neon Museum for all to see and it’s enormous.
The 112-foot child is seen in the film interacting with iconic neon signs in Downtown Las Vegas and ripping the giant neon Hard Rock guitar off the building to belt out some tunes.
Scenes from the movie were filmed on Fremont Street in Downtown Las Vegas, at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (no longer exists), and Wet ‘n Wild Water Park (also no longer exists).
More About The Neon Museum In Downtown Las Vegas
In addition to the "Viva Las Vegas! Movies" tour, there are also a few other tour options to consider. You can also visit The Neon Museum and just stroll around The Neon Boneyard at your own leisure.
Some of the iconic signs you’ll see include Sahara, Stardust, Riviera, Binion’s Horseshoe, Red Barn, Plaza, The Palms, and more!
On Friday, Nov. 7, The Neon Museum will relight the “Prime Rib $19.95” sign from Downtown Las Vegas’ El Cortez Hotel & Casino. It was originally installed on the property’s parking garage in 1974 and was donated to The Neon Museum by El Cortez to preserve the property’s legacy as it undergoes future renovations.
For more information on The Neon Museum and their tours, visit the website.
