The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy
As verified in October 2026, The Mob Museum occupies a restored 1933 neoclassical federal courthouse in Downtown Las Vegas, pricing tax-exempt general admission at $37.95 out the door ($49.95 Deluxe Pass with Crime Lab or Firearm Simulator) including password entry to The Underground basement speakeasy. Open daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (with The Underground pouring moonshine cocktails from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM Sunday–Thursday and midnight Friday–Saturday) a 5-minute walk north of Fremont Street Canopy, the three-story museum welcomes all ages while enforcing strict 21+ identification inside the basement distillery.
Compare General Admission + Speakeasy ($37.95 OTD) & Deluxe Pass + Crime Lab ($49.95 OTD)
What changes: The Deluxe Pass adds a 25-minute hands-on forensic Crime Lab or Use-of-Force Firearm Simulator briefing.
What is The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy really like in plain English?
The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy is a premier daytime attraction in Las Vegas. Officially the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, The Mob Museum fills a historic 1933 Downtown federal courthouse with three floors of authentic Mafia and FBI artifacts—including the actual blood-stained Saint Valentine Day Massacre brick wall—above a working Prohibition basement distillery and speakeasy.
Officially the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, The Mob Museum fills a historic 1933 Downtown federal courthouse with three floors of authentic Mafia and FBI artifacts—including the actual blood-stained Saint Valentine Day Massacre brick wall—above a working Prohibition basement distillery and speakeasy.
Understanding the atmosphere and scale helps you choose daytime activities that align with your pacing and energy.
Who is The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy genuinely great for?
Target audience profile: History lovers, true-crime fans, couples, cocktail enthusiasts, and travelers wanting Las Vegas’s deepest museum curation in 100% air-conditioned comfort.
History lovers, true-crime fans, couples, cocktail enthusiasts, and travelers wanting Las Vegas’s deepest museum curation in 100% air-conditioned comfort.
Whether traveling with kids or looking for a 21+ party, choosing the right venue prevents disappointment.
Who should skip The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy and what is the better daytime alternative?
Parents with young elementary children sensitive to graphic black-and-white mob hit crime-scene photos or electric-chair displays. Travelers seeking a different atmosphere should consider DISCOVERY Children Museum at Symphony Park (for kid-focused interactive Downtown play) or Springs Preserve (for all-ages Nevada pioneer history).
Parents with young elementary children sensitive to graphic black-and-white mob hit crime-scene photos or electric-chair displays.
Recommended Alternative: DISCOVERY Children Museum at Symphony Park (for kid-focused interactive Downtown play) or Springs Preserve (for all-ages Nevada pioneer history)
Is standard entry adequate or is a reserved daybed essential at The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Entry vs upgraded seating reality: General Admission ($37.95) unlocks all three museum floors plus password entry into The Underground speakeasy; the Deluxe Pass ($49.95) adds either the 25-minute hands-on Crime Lab or live-actor Firearm Training Simulator.
General Admission ($37.95) unlocks all three museum floors plus password entry into The Underground speakeasy; the Deluxe Pass ($49.95) adds either the 25-minute hands-on Crime Lab or live-actor Firearm Training Simulator.
Assessing shade and seating guarantees avoids being stranded on hot pool decks without chairs.
What is the true out-the-door cost for 1, 2, and 4 guests at The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Pricing truth: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt General Admission is $37.95 flat ($75.90 for 2; $151.80 for 4); Deluxe Pass runs $49.95 flat; after 5:00 PM, 21+ guests visiting ONLY The Underground speakeasy enter for $0.00 cover using the weekly website password.
501(c)(3) tax-exempt General Admission is $37.95 flat ($75.90 for 2; $151.80 for 4); Deluxe Pass runs $49.95 flat; after 5:00 PM, 21+ guests visiting ONLY The Underground speakeasy enter for $0.00 cover using the weekly website password.
Clark County’s 8.375% sales tax and venue service fees are computed in our Out-the-Door Price Truth tables.
What you’ll actually pay at The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy
| Item | 1 Guest | 2 Guests | 4 Guests |
|---|---|---|---|
| General admission or day pass Standard daytime entry or reserved pass | $37.95 | $75.90 | $151.80 |
| Ticketing & venue service fee Standard online or box-office processing | $12.00 | $24.00 | $48.00 |
| Taxes & local charges (8.375%) Clark County tax where applicable | $4.18 | $8.37 | $16.73 |
| Estimated out-the-door total
Includes taxes & mandatory fees · Excludes temporary card holds
| $54.13 | $108.27 | $216.53 |
What do cocktails, food, and minimum spends cost at The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Food and beverage costs: No minimums; The Underground speakeasy crafts $15–$19 Prohibition cocktails (like the Marigold and Ginger Jake) alongside house-distilled corn moonshine flights ($16) and bar bites.
No minimums; The Underground speakeasy crafts $15–$19 Prohibition cocktails (like the Marigold and Ginger Jake) alongside house-distilled corn moonshine flights ($16) and bar bites.
Poolside menus carry significant markups; review minimum spend contracts carefully before signing.
What extra fees hit on-site for lockers, towels, and rentals at The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Ancillary fees: Complimentary coat and small-bag check at the ground-floor security desk; adjacent museum surface lot parking costs $8.00 for 4 hours; smartphone app audio tour is free.
Complimentary coat and small-bag check at the ground-floor security desk; adjacent museum surface lot parking costs $8.00 for 4 hours; smartphone app audio tour is free.
Bringing personal essentials reduces unnecessary on-site rental charges.
What happens during high winds, lightning, or 115°F extreme heat at The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Weather and temperature policies: 100% indoor thick-walled 1933 limestone courthouse completely unaffected by 115°F desert heat, wind, or rain 365 days a year.
100% indoor thick-walled 1933 limestone courthouse completely unaffected by 115°F desert heat, wind, or rain 365 days a year.
Always verify operating status during severe desert weather advisories.
What is the operating season and daily hours for The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Operating schedule: Museum floors open daily 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM year-round; The Underground basement speakeasy operates 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM Sunday–Thursday and 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM Friday–Saturday.
Museum floors open daily 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM year-round; The Underground basement speakeasy operates 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM Sunday–Thursday and 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM Friday–Saturday.
Outdoor pools typically operate March to October, while indoor facilities run year-round.
How bad is the morning chair scramble and towel clearing at The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Lounger rush reality: Galleries flow Top-Down starting on Floor 3; arriving between 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM avoids midday tour-group bottlenecks around the Kefauver Courtroom theater.
Galleries flow Top-Down starting on Floor 3; arriving between 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM avoids midday tour-group bottlenecks around the Kefauver Courtroom theater.
Resort staff actively monitor and clear unattended loungers to maintain fair access.
At what hour do resort towers cast shade across The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Solar and shade profile: 100% climate-controlled interior maintained at 70°F across all four levels from top courtroom down to basement brick distillery.
100% climate-controlled interior maintained at 70°F across all four levels from top courtroom down to basement brick distillery.
Understanding tower shade angles helps sunbathers maximize rays and heat-sensitive guests find natural relief.
Are in-and-out privileges allowed and how does re-entry work at The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Re-entry rules: Printed museum tickets allow same-day re-entry if stepping out to Downtown Grand for lunch before returning for afternoon Crime Lab slots or evening speakeasy jazz.
Printed museum tickets allow same-day re-entry if stepping out to Downtown Grand for lunch before returning for afternoon Crime Lab slots or evening speakeasy jazz.
Keep wristbands intact if planning to step inside for lunch before returning.
What is the exact walking route from casino elevators to The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Pedestrian approach route: Walk 5 minutes (two pedestrian blocks) north from Fremont Street Canopy along shaded 3rd Street past Downtown Grand directly to the courthouse steps at 300 Stewart Avenue.
Walk 5 minutes (two pedestrian blocks) north from Fremont Street Canopy along shaded 3rd Street past Downtown Grand directly to the courthouse steps at 300 Stewart Avenue.
Navigating casino corridors takes 4–8 minutes before reaching pool gates.
Getting to The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy
From Main arrival entrance → To Check-in & entry gate
3rd Street Pedestrian Promenade
Walk two blocks north from Fremont Street Canopy past Downtown Grand along shaded 3rd Street.
1933 Courthouse Steps
Ascend the limestone staircase at 300 Stewart Avenue and clear security screening inside the marble lobby.
3rd-Floor Top-Down Elevator
Ride the vintage elevator to Floor 3 to follow the chronological exhibits downward into the basement speakeasy.
Where are restrooms and changing stalls located at The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Sanitary facilities: Restored historic restrooms sit on every museum floor plus a dedicated speakeasy restroom downstairs; clean with minimal lines.
Restored historic restrooms sit on every museum floor plus a dedicated speakeasy restroom downstairs; clean with minimal lines.
Changing stalls and outdoor rinse showers are available at all major aquatic complexes.
Where is the nearest air-conditioned refuge (<5-min walk) to cool down from The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Indoor cooling refuge: Three hours of uninterrupted 70°F museum air conditioning just 5 minutes on foot from the Fremont Street pedestrian mall.
Three hours of uninterrupted 70°F museum air conditioning just 5 minutes on foot from the Fremont Street pedestrian mall.
Taking frequent indoor air-conditioned breaks is critical when summer heat exceeds 105°F.
What casual grab-and-go food or lunch spots sit right next to The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Nearby dining options: Pizza Rock (Tony Gemignani award-winning pies) and Triple George Grill sit literally across 3rd Street—90 seconds from the museum front steps.
Pizza Rock (Tony Gemignani award-winning pies) and Triple George Grill sit literally across 3rd Street—90 seconds from the museum front steps.
Stepping inside for lunch is often significantly cheaper and higher quality than poolside concessions.
What are minimum age limits and 21+ adult pool boundaries at The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Age requirements: Museum floors admit all ages (recommended ages 11+ due to violent forensic imagery; Firearm Simulator requires age 13+); The Underground speakeasy enforces strict 21+ physical photo ID after 5:00 PM and at the bar.
Museum floors admit all ages (recommended ages 11+ due to violent forensic imagery; Firearm Simulator requires age 13+); The Underground speakeasy enforces strict 21+ physical photo ID after 5:00 PM and at the bar.
Security strictly checks government photo ID at all 21+ adult pool gates.
What items are confiscated at security at The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Security bag policies: Courthouse-style metal detectors and X-ray bag scanners at entry; pocketknives, vapes, outside liquids, weapons, and oversized suitcases are strictly barred.
Courthouse-style metal detectors and X-ray bag scanners at entry; pocketknives, vapes, outside liquids, weapons, and oversized suitcases are strictly barred.
Outside alcohol and open drink containers are strictly confiscated at admission checkpoints.
What swimwear dress code and casino cover-up attire is required at The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Enforced dress standards: Casual daytime attire on museum floors; smart-casual attire encouraged in The Underground speakeasy during Friday–Saturday evening live jazz sets.
Casual daytime attire on museum floors; smart-casual attire encouraged in The Underground speakeasy during Friday–Saturday evening live jazz sets.
Nevada gaming regulations require shirts and footwear when walking through active casino gaming areas.
What is the UV sun exposure level and heat safety guidance for The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy?
Sun and heat safety: Zero sun risk indoors; the brief 2-block walk from Fremont Canopy along 3rd Street is partially shaded by Downtown Grand awnings.
Zero sun risk indoors; the brief 2-block walk from Fremont Canopy along 3rd Street is partially shaded by Downtown Grand awnings.
Apply SPF 50 sunscreen every 90 minutes and drink at least 16 ounces of water per hour of sun exposure.
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Guest reviews & verified fee notes for The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy
Dayclub cabanas and resort daybeds add 8.375% sales tax, 9%–12% venue administrative fees, and 18%–20% automatic service charges onto quoted minimums.
So much information! To look at the history of the mob and some gangsters over the last 100+ years was amazing. Three floors of history with so many stories to tell... it was so fascinating! We then ended the evening by visiting the Underground in the basement. The atmosphere, live music (jazz), drinks 🍸 and food were the icing on the cake! Awesome place! Service there was terrific! We'll be back to partake in the entertainment and drinks for sure!
The Mob Museum in downtown Las Vegas is absolutely worth the stop. The level of detail in the exhibits is next level, with a perfect mix of history, storytelling, artifacts, and immersive displays that make the whole experience feel alive. What really stood out was the staff. They were encyclopedia knowledgeable, genuinely engaging, and clearly passionate about the history they were sharing. Every question seemed to unlock another great story. The distillery tour and moonshine tasting were the perfect finish. Fun, unique, and a little unexpected in the best way. If you’re in Vegas and want something beyond the usual Strip experience, the Mob Museum is a must-see.
Decided to visit this place as I had a later flight and thought it might be interesting. Price is steep at $37 and would be better priced at $25. Also no senior discounts available for those North of 65. The venue itself is nice and the exhibits are well done but found I needed my glasses for many of the descriptive signs and when people are all around you, it doesn’t make for the best experience. The lettering should be made legible from a distance. Staff are friendly and helpful. Museum is clean and the hours are great. If you’re into mob history, then this place is for you.
My husband and I did the Use of Force and the Distillery experiences. 10/10 recommend those! The museum itself is fantastic with a ton of history, pictures, interactive items. The Speakeasy had some great shareable appetizer type options, we personally had the meatballs and of course lots of cocktails and various drinks to choose from.
This museum gives a good history on organized crime in the US. Also tells the story of Las Vegas and it's connection with organized crime. I must recommend going to the speak easy. The food and drinks were just extraordinary. Chris was the person taking care of us and he was very polite and made superb drinks. Thank you for making our mob museum experience unforgettable.
Daybed F&B Minimums + Auto-Gratuity Math
The Mob Museum & Underground Speakeasy (Downtown / Fremont) — Allow 6 min door-to-door. Air & walkway profile: 100% smoke-free. Dayclub cabanas and resort daybeds add 8.375% sales tax, 9%–12% venue administrative fees, and 18%–20% automatic service charges onto quoted minimums.