Evel Knievel Experience Now Open in Downtown Las Vegas

The Evel Knievel Experience is officially open at 1001 S 1st Street in the Downtown Las Vegas Arts District, nine blocks from Fremont Street. It's a self-guided museum built around real Evel Knievel artifacts, a 4D virtual jump, and his restored touring semi, Big Red. Las Vegas Big Bus Stop #4, Arts & Antique District, is a short walk from the door.

There's a new stop in Downtown Las Vegas Arts District, and it's not a casino or a club. It's a full building dedicated to the man who made jumping a motorcycle over sixteen cars look like a reasonable Tuesday.

The Evel Knievel Experience opened its doors on June 27, 2026, in the heart of the Downtown Las Vegas Arts District. If you're a fan who's followed Evel Knievel, the licensing brand, or the man's history, this is the first permanent, purpose-built home for his legacy the city has ever had, and it's easy to get to whether you're staying on the Strip or downtown.

Where to Find It: Downtown Las Vegas, Arts District

The address is 1001 S 1st Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101, one block north of Charleston Blvd, right in the middle of Downtown Las Vegas Arts District. That puts it about nine blocks south of Fremont Street, close enough to combine with a Fremont Street Experience trip, but far enough to sit in the quieter, gallery-and-mural-lined blocks that make the Arts District its own destination.

You don't need a rental car to get here. The location sits directly on the Downtown loop of the Big Bus Las Vegas hop-on hop-off tour, Stop #4, Arts & Antique District, at 1321 S Main St. If you're staying on the Strip, you can take an Uber, or ride the Red Route straight downtown, hop off at Stop #4, and walk the rest of the way in.

What's Inside the Evel Knievel Experience

This isn't a replica museum. Everything inside the Evel Knievel Experience is built from real history:

• Big Red, Knievel's fully restored Mack touring semi, the truck that hauled his show from county fair to county fair before he ever jumped a stadium.
  
  
• The 4D virtual reality jump, an add-on experience that puts you on a simulated motorcycle mid-stunt.
  
  
• The helmet Knievel wore and crashed during his Caesars Palace jump (the crash that turned him into a national name).
  
  
• The Snake River Skycycle, the rocket-powered vehicle from his 1974 canyon jump attempt.
  
  
• The Jump Planner and Broken Bones exhibits, which walk you through the math and the injuries behind each stunt.
  
  

The Evel Knievel Experience puts real artifacts, not replicas, nine blocks from Fremont Street in a building built specifically to hold them.

From Topeka to Vegas: A Legacy Collection with a New Home

This collection didn't start in Las Vegas. It began as the Evel Knievel Museum in Topeka, Kansas, back in 2017, and it earned a THEA Award from the Themed Entertainment Association in 2019, the same honor given to attractions built by Disney and Universal. That award-winning core collection is now expanded and relocated to Las Vegas, where the exhibit space, the artifact count, and the interactive features are significantly bigger than the original Kansas location.

Plan Your Visit: Hours, Tickets, and What to Expect

Tickets are timed-entry, and the official ticketing page recommends booking online in advance rather than showing up and hoping for a same-day slot. Group rates are available for parties of eight or more, and tickets are refundable up to 24 hours before your scheduled visit.

The Evel Knievel Experience is also fully ADA-compliant, with elevator access to every level and wheelchairs or walkers available on request. Whether you're bringing kids, grandparents, or a group of riders who grew up watching Knievel on ABC's Wide World of Sports, the building is built to move everyone through comfortably.

Getting There, Whether You're on the Strip or Downtown

On-street parking is available but the Experience itself recommends rideshare for the easiest arrival. If you'd rather sightsee on the way, Big Bus Las Vegas runs its Downtown/Strip Red Route right through the Arts District, with Stop #4 at 1321 S Main St, the Arts & Antique District stop, putting you within easy walking distance of the Evel Knievel Experience entrance at 1001 S 1st Street.

Either way, you're not stuck choosing between the Strip and downtown Las Vegas. The Evel Knievel Experience sits close enough to both that it works as a stop on the way to Fremont Street, or a standalone trip from wherever you're staying.

Ready to See It for Yourself?

The Evel Knievel Experience is brand new, it's downtown in the Downtown Las Vegas Arts District at 1001 S 1st Street, and it's built around the real artifacts of the man who started it all. If you're already a fan of the official Evel Knievel brand this is the place to see his history in person.

Get tickets directly through the official Evel Knievel Experience site →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Evel Knievel Experience located?

The Evel Knievel Experience is located at 1001 S 1st Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101, in the Downtown Las Vegas Arts District, one block north of Charleston Blvd and about nine blocks south of Fremont Street.

What are the Evel Knievel Experience's hours?

The Evel Knievel Experience is open daily. Hours can shift around holidays and special events, so check the official visit page before you go to confirm the current schedule.

How much are tickets to the Evel Knievel Experience?

Adult admission is $35. Locals, military, and seniors 60 and older pay $32. Youth ages 6-12 are $16, and children 5 and under are free. The 4D virtual reality jump is a separate $15 add-on.

How long does a visit take?

Most guests spend about 90 minutes moving through the self-guided exhibits, though you can move faster or slower depending on how much you want to explore.

Is the Evel Knievel Experience good for kids and families?

Yes. The exhibits are designed for all ages, admission for children 5 and under is free, and the building is fully ADA-compliant with elevator access and wheelchairs or walkers available on request.

How do I get to the Evel Knievel Experience without a car?

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are the easiest option, otherwise, there is on-street parking available. You can also take Big Bus Las Vegas's Downtown/Strip Red Route to Stop #4, Arts & Antique District, which is a short walk from the entrance.