Sin City’s reputation precedes it–after all, it’s been a hub of Old West-style freedoms since the mafia built casinos to launder money in the 1940s.

So you could be forgiven for not seeing Vegas beyond the Strip.

But in reality, you’d be missing out on a whole other side of Las Vegas, rich with discoveries that have nothing to do with gambling. Here, we’re breaking down 10 things to do in Las Vegas (outside of the Strip).

1. Visit the Neon Boneyard

Tacky neon signs are to Vegas as fish and chips are to London–an integral part of the experience.

But have you ever wondered what happens when a neon sign is retired?

After all, not every casino that opens will live on to posterity (it’s not like the competition is slim). When a casino is shuttered, its neon sign is retired and replaced.

These days, you can visit the Neon Boneyard, home to a couple hundred rusted signs. You can get a tour of $15 detailing the history of each sign as part of the Neon Museum.

Even before the museum kicked off, the Boneyard itself was a popular spot for strolling visitors, photoshoots, even weddings (oh come on, it’s Vegas, why are you surprised?)

Of course, if you want somewhere…well, Vegas to get married, there’s always Denny’s (like we said: it’s Vegas).

2. The Freemont Street Experience

If you’re giving that Denny’s serious thought (hey, no judgment) or you’re just curious to see what on Earth a wedding at Denny’s looks like, head on over to Freemont Street.

Okay, there’s more than just the Denny’s. A lot more, actually.

Also known as the Glitter Gulch, Freemont Street is seven miles from the Strip and has all the cavorting and bad decision-making potential you’ve come to expect from Sin City.

There used to be a bowling alley run by drag queens, but there’s still the Heart Attack Grill (they’re not joking), along with live music, zip lines, light shows, and, of course, the prerequisite scattering of casinos.

And for those who like their fun times with some greens and munchies (or both at the same time), you can learn more here about the best spots to find marijuana edibles in Vegas.

3. The Mob Museum

While you’re at Freemont Street, you can shake hands with Al Capone’s ghost and sit (temporarily) in an electric chair.

Okay, that’s a bit much even for Vegas. But there is actually a (fake) electric chair at the Mob Museum.

Las Vegas didn’t earn its nickname for no reason, and the Mob Museum is an exploration of both sides of the fight (Mafia and lawmen) that made up Vegas’ seedy underbelly and shaped it into the madhouse we know and love.

4. Visit the Grand Canyon

On a more sedate note, you can experience the unique beauty of the southwestern desert at a pleasant little treasure the locals like to call the Grand Canyon.

Okay, grand is a bit of an understatement. The canyon is 277 miles long, encompasses a mind-boggling 1,904 square miles, is 18 miles wide at parts, and visibility on a good day stretches for 100 miles.

It’s full of vibrant color, desert life, and when you get down to it, words simply cannot do justice to this natural wonder of the world. Many things about Las Vegas are tacky, but the Grand Canyon is not one of them.

5. The Pinball Hall of Fame

On a (much) smaller note, if you’re still in the vicinity of Freemont Street, you can pay a visit to another piece of quintessential Vegas history: the Pinball Hall of Fame, where gaming purists delight in a symphony of quarters, low-tech pings, and distorted classic rock.

Rockstars, TV characters, and cartoon characters nostalgic, generic, and all-too-familiar beckon (and mock you) to part with your money for another round with classic games that you (or your parents) remember playing in old-school arcades.

The newer games have plenty of gimmicks (though it is pretty cool to hear Captain Jean-Luc Picard of the Starship Enterprise say, “All hands, prepare for multiball). Still, there are some real treasures hiding in here, like the original pinball game Centigrade 37.

6. The Oldest Saloon in Las Vegas

If you’re feeling up for even more nostalgia, you could drop by Pioneer Saloon, which has the honor of being the oldest saloon in Vegas (and as close to the Wild West as you’ll ever get).

Founded in 1913, the bar served for many years as a movie set, though many of its best stories don’t live between the pages of a silver screen script. For three days, Cary Grant waited at the bar for word of his wife, Carole Lombard, who was tragically lost in a plane crash near Mount Potosi.

The bar has a framed clipping of the original newspaper article on the subject, among other historical mementos.

Oh, and the food is pretty good too–it’s a mix of West and Southwest with BBQ burgers mingled with Mexican fare.

7. Alien Hunting Near Area 51

Area 51 isn’t technically in Vegas (or anywhere near it–it’s a weekend trip) but really, who else can say they went alien hunting at Area 51?

Mulder and Scully would be so proud.

After a long drive to Rachel, Nevada (the only town within a 40-mile radius of Area 51), stop at the Little A’Le’Inn for an alien burger and a chat with the staff about their spooky extraterrestrial sightings.

From there, carry on with your camping gear, warm and cold clothes, GPS, camera, and LOTS of water. Take a long, lonely drive on Route 375 to visit the actual Area 51, which is exactly as spooky as Hollywood implies. You won’t see any secret labs, but you can’t deny the eerieness.

You can stay at the Little A’Le’Inn (it’s the only hotel in town) but if you’re feeling adventurous and less willing to mingle with tourists, camp out for a night.

Even if you don’t see any UFOs, the stargazing is amazing in the open desert.

8. The Erotic Heritage Museum

Come on, how could you say no to a museum that came about (sorry not sorry) through a partnership between a preacher and a pornographer?

Okay, you don’t need to go to a museum to learn about sex while in Vegas, but, well, “when in Vegas…”

The Erotic Heritage Museum is full of interactive displays (have fun with that image) that rotate every month or so. You’ll also get to see the stars–the adult film stars, that is. The museum has adult films playing on screens all over the place.

There’s also an impressively diverse collection of antique sex toys, some of which predate Jesus by about 1500 years. And like any self-respecting Vegas institution, it has plenty of souvenirs to prove to your friends that this place is actually real.

Travel Beyond Things to Do in Las Vegas

With all this mischief and things to do in Las Vegas, why are you still sitting at home in your own boring city living your everyday life?

If you’ve got kiddies to consider, we’ve got you covered–try these seven family vacations you need to take before your kids are too old. Or, if you’re a more adventurous clan, check out these 10 unusual things around the world.