Excalibur Hotel & Casino

The Basics

In addition to the huge casino floor featuring table games and over 1,200 slot machines, the Excalibur offers a variety of entertainment and family-friendly activities. The resort is home to three permanent shows: the Tournament of Kings medieval dinner experience, the Australian Bee Gees Show, and the all-male dance show, the Thunder From Down Under as well as rotating shows including magicians and musical acts.

For families, the Fun Dungeon features carnival, sports, and arcade games, including the world’s largest Pacman, and the resort’s kid-friendly pool has a waterslide. There’s also a pool just for adults with private cabanas and a poolside bar.

Things to Know Before You Go

• The Excalibur Hotel and Casino is a family-friendly resort on the Las Vegas Strip.
• The resort features four pools, an arcade, daily entertainment, and two wedding chapels.
• A free tram connects the Excalibur to the other MGM resorts, Luxor and Mandalay Bay.
• The Excalibur has wheelchair accessible rooms and wheelchairs are available for rent in the casino lobby.

How to Get There

Excalibur Hotel and Casino is located on the Las Vegas Strip near the New York-New York, Tropicana, and Luxor Hotel and Casinos. The casino is linked via overhead pedestrian bridge to the neighboring New York-New York and Tropicana resorts. The Excalibur is located 3.2 miles (5.1 kilometers) from McCarran International Airport, and most visitors arrive via taxi, rideshare, or the hotel airport shuttle. Paid parking is available at the Excalibur.

When to Get There

Las Vegas is a popular year-round destination and the Excalibur offers shows such as the Tournament of Kings and Thunder From Down Under daily. Las Vegas is busiest on weekends and holidays, so consider booking a mid-week trip to save on accommodations and show tickets.

The Tournament of Kings

The medieval-themed Tournament of Kings dinner show is the highlight of stays at the Excalibur Hotel and Casino. This family-friendly show combines a reenactment of the story of King Arthur complete with sword fights and jousting with a banquet style feast eaten without utensils just like they did during medieval times.

Ways to explore

Whether you’re a hotel guest or a visitor, there’s plenty to do at the Excalibur Hotel & Casino. Relax by one of the four swimming pools, play some arcade games at the family-friendly Fun Dungeon, ride the flight simulator, try your luck at the casino, or enjoy the glittering views over The Strip.

In addition to rotating shows (which include magicians and musical acts), the resort is home to three permanent shows: the Tournament of Kings medieval dinner experience, The Australian Bee Gees Show, and the all-male dance show, Thunder From Down Under.

Accessibility

The hotel, casino, and other attractions are all in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Limited wheelchairs, autochairs, and teletype devices are available on request, and service dogs are permitted throughout.

Age limits

Access to the casino is strictly for those 21 and up. Some shows have minimum age requirements or recommendations. Kids are welcome at the hotel, restaurants, and family-friendly attractions.

What to pack

Photo ID, portable charger, small-denomination cash (for tips), reusable water bottle, swimsuit, a light sweater or cover-up (the air-conditioned venues are often breezy)

What to wear

Smart-casual clothing is fine during the day, but most guests get glammed up in the evening.

Not allowed

Brush up on casino etiquette and learn the rules of the game at the beginner tables first—serious players won’t want their game interrupted by first-timers.

Amenities

Casino, show venues, hotel, sportsbook bar, bars, restaurants, swimming pools, fitness center, dog area, valet, and self-parking with electric charging stations, free Wi-Fi throughout

Address

Excalibur Hotel & Casino is located on the southern end of the Las Vegas Strip, next door to the New York-New York Hotel & Casino and opposite the MGM Grand. It’s easy to reach by car, taxi, rideshare, and public transport.

Driving

To reach Excalibur Hotel & Casino from downtown Las Vegas, head south along I-15 and exit at West Tropicana Avenue in Paradise (Exit 37) toward the central Strip. As you reach Las Vegas Boulevard, follow the signs for Excalibur/MGM parking.

Public transportation

From downtown, take the southbound Deuce bus from outside the Fremont Street Experience on Las Vegas Boulevard; get off at the Excalibur stop. Or, take the monorail to the MGM Grand Station, about a 12-minute walk from the hotel.

Best times to visit

While the casino floor is quieter in the daytime, the resort is most atmospheric in the evening hours. The Tournament of Kings dinner show is a notable highlight.

Best days to visit

Plan a weekday visit for a quieter experience or embrace the crowds on a Friday or Saturday night. Last-minute tickets to midweek shows are often cheaper and easier to get.

Best months to visit

Shoulder-season months such as April and October typically offer favorable prices on accommodation and tours, as well as mild spring and fall weather.

Special events

While you can watch the famous Tournament of Kings show year-round, the seasonal adaptation, Twas the Knight, is an annual favorite, held from late-November to Christmas Day.