Additional Sphere Tips: 1. On higher floors, there are ledges you can use as countertop to put your food and drinks down. You can stand and eat while looking down to the atrium. Or you can bring your food inside the theater to your assigned seats to eat, but it can be challenging to juggle the food and drinks while climbing the stairs. 2. Go for the daytime show if you want a potentially smaller crowd. Thanks for watching and enjoy your Sphere and Vegas experience! ⭐😊
Love your suggestion to just close your eyes if you are getting motion sickness while sitting still watching video. It’s amazing how we perceive motion through sight and when it doesn’t match with physical motion we get nauseated…… Close your eyes, if you can't see it, it won’t affect you.
What a *wonderful, detailed, comprehensive, helpful review* this is!!! THANK YOU! I have had the Sphere Experience, and I agree totally with your review (and wish I had seen it before going)! I would add only two more observations: (1) When I was there, the lobby was much more crowded than it looked in this video. It would have been near-impossible to take in all its features in the brief time between gaining entrance to the lobby and the start of the show even if there were nobody else in the lobby. But with my (normal?) crowd, it was difficult to move between the Auras, and each one was surrounded by a deep group of guests. I felt lucky to have had even the shortest of conversations with one of her. (2) Yes, there are LOTS of counters serving food and/or beverages. And LOTS of people in the lines for them. But -- as far as I could tell -- there were NO spaces to sit and enjoy the expensive food you just purchased. My friend had to set his chicken wings basket (or whatever it was) on top of a garbage container and stand there to eat it. That soured me on the Experience. [BTW, we had primo 306 seats. I didn't smell anything during the film. And there was only one scene during which our seats did anything "interactive."] Overall, again, I agree: I'd recommend doing this once, just because it's The Sphere and it's unique. But go with moderate expectations.
Thanks so much for the kind words!😊❤️ 1). I went for the day time show so it's probably less crowded and I think that works out well. I can imagine how frustrating it can be when you want to get a taste of interacting with the robots. And I totally felt rushed through the interactive experience, they should give more time. 2). The no seating for eating is a real problem, but I should have mentioned in the video (I had it but cut that scene as the video got a bit long) that on the higher floors, there are ledges you can use as a countertop to stand and eat your food while looking down to the atrium. Some people also brought the food inside the theater and eat at their assigned seats. But honestly climbing those stairs with food and drinks in your hands are like circus style balancing act lol which I would not recommend. Should have kept that commentary in the video ;) Thanks for watching and sharing your experience!
@@Owassoegan There are elevators. Beware, though, that the pitch of the rows of seats is very steep. It you're not steady on your feet, it's a challenge.
@@KeepingUpWithVegas so the atrium is only available gfrom 4 to 4,30 pm? planning on 4.30 pm show. is there an option for senior citizens who cant climb a flight of stairs? thanks for the informative video!
I was there in October and saw U2 and went the first day of the showing of Postcards from earth. It was worth every penny. U2 graphics on the screen are amazing. There is a part that you feel and see that you are outside. It is absolutely amazing. U2 filmed 3 of the shows which are going to be made into a concert film which is going to be shown in the future at the Sphere.
@KeepingUpWithVegas I hope you've seen the U2 Experience. I have watched long footage of several songs of other Sphere artists since seeing U2 there and I have increasingly realized by comparison the unequally overall experience of U2's magnificent production and their sound within the Sphere sound is an epic entity uniquely theirs. I saw them live and would love to relive the experience. I 100% agree with your review and information about the Sphere interactive and Postcards film and hope @sphere increases their public info the way you have. Also, I normally love nature films but the premise and production of the film, was so underwhelming I was sad. I hope they replace it with a worthy creation that only consists of awe inspiring images that conveys the wonder of our planet and the oneness of our humanity 🌏 with Sting's- Fragile and other moving meaningful songs and excellent images such as Dolphins by Imax, BBC Earth etc. productions.Wonders of the world. Niagara Falls, surfing inside the curl of a wave, swimming with Dolphin and whales, being surrounded by the tops of trees at peak of fall colors then following their trunks down as leaves float in a wind to the ground...I can see in my mind all I hope it will become.🍂🍁🌏☮️
I saw U2 at the Sphere and was 3 rows from the top of Section 405. The layout was someone confusing and I thought we were on 400 level (couldn't find escalator up) but were on 300 level and had to climb up. When I finally climbed Everest and sat down my heart was pounding and I had to walk out to collect myself. I came back in and sat for most of U2 and was fine, but I was glad to have an aisle seat. Women in high heels trying to balance their way down so crazy!
I will be going to see this EAGLES this weekend! Do you have any tips or tricks to get the most out of the experience? Any suggestions would be appreciated! 💜💙💜💙💜
I saw them Nov 9th, and I agree that it was the most phenomenonal concert experience I've ever had. It was mind-blowing. We sat in secrion 305, row 19. Worth every penny!!
great video! I went last week and totally agree with your overall assessment! Definitely a cool experience if you focus on the sensory aspects: visuals, sound, etc. The storyline and voiceovers in the "postcard from planet earth" show were mellow-dramatic, but I wasn't there for the story, so i enjoyed myself overall!
Glad to hear you agree with my assessment :) All in all it's a special experience that I think everyone should give it a try. Thanks for watching and sharing!
Thank you so very very much for your video! I was in Vegas in October and it wasn't opened. But the wonderful experience looking at it from outside was amazing especially from going on the high roller, great views from there.
Very welcome and glad you enjoyed it! I am fascinated by the Sphere outside shows too. High roller has one of the best vantage points for it. Thanks for watching :)
Thank you I just ordered my tickets I was having doubts and kinda worried that I spent 320$ but now watching this and listening to you. Thank you so much I can't wait. We r going Sept 29th ❤
This vid should be a 'how to' for others who try to document/review/comment on an attraction anywhere. I wish I could like this 10x. I had talked myself out of going to this, but because of your clear and concise instructions on how to get to the Sphere I changed my mind. BRAVO!
Great advice about getting there. We went to the Sphere Experience 3 days ago and took a Lyft to the Sphere, and that was a mistake. We should have just gone to the Venetian. Mind you, the price of the ride would have been the same but the traffic was horrible. There are set time windows for these shows and the traffic surges every couple of hours. You will cut a big amount of time off your ride there if you go the Venetian. Thankfully our Lyft driver had a very nice Lexus GX and that made it a bit more enjoyable. Our tickets were around $60 each and I bought these a couple months in advance. Great show and unlike anything I have ever experienced.
How did you get tickets for $60? I can find any for less than $90 and that is before ticket fees. Just don’t think I want to drop nearly $300 for what appears to be an IMAX movie.
Well, I think there might be some surge pricing during certain times of the year. I bought my tickets about 2 months in advance during a time period right after the Grand Prix race. But I will tell you this is nothing like an IMAX experience. I have seen IMAX movies, one being Avatar in 3D at the Pacific Science Center in Seattle. Also a couple of 3D theatre movies elsewhere. This venue is so huge that my wife got anxiety and had to step out of the auditorium (she has fear of heights). This is huge and immersive and, with the exception of the seating area, is total screen in all directions. This with a state of the art sound system that you will only truly understand by attending the first half of your two hour visit on the ground level. AI Robots give you a presentation of the sound system that can point sound directly to you from a long distance. They also can change temperatures and pipe in wind and scents. And there are haptics that will rumble your butt. Yes it is expensive but you will get a mind blowing experience far beyond any IMAX movie. Please trust me, you will not be disappointed. @@patriciap9307
Be mindful of when the bridge is closed- I went 2 weeks ago and due to a conference, they made us walk outside- which I did not plan on- so drink extra water and wear sun protection- there isn't much shade for portions of the walk (if doing a daytime show). Thanks for sharing!
Row 12 is actually the front row in the 100s. For concerts, obstructed views are row 23 and back, not row 12! Again for concerts, the imaging is on all sides and the sound is excellent throughout. I've sat in various places. This weekend I will be I'm section 209 one night, and 303 the next. It's almost impossible to get center section seats without paying 2 - 3 times the already expensive face value of the tickets. Other than that, good review. Info about the many interactive exhibits was especially appreciated.
I'm going back to Vegas soon. The last time I was there, the sphere wasn't quite open yet. However, your video was SO informative and helpful, I think you have inspired me to go! Thank you very much!
Also, if you go to an earlier show and need to use the restroom after the show, maybe try the upper levels- as you're making your way downstairs. They close the restrooms on the ground level as they try to clear out one group before they let people in for the next show. And it's a long, slow shuffle-walk to the restrooms in the Venetian when it's crowded and everyone is trying to leave at the same time.
Thanks for a great informative video! Ultimately I don't think the sphere is for me. I don't do well in Imax type theaters and I had no clue this is basically what that was. I so appreciate knowing this before making a wrong decision.
This is the best video on youtube for how to best enjoy the Sphere. Thank you. Questions: 1. In the event that you can't get to all of the robots, etc., can you return to the lobby after the show, or do they funnel you directly out of the Sphere? 2. Where outside of the sphere is the best place to view the sphere?
Thanks so much! :) 1. When the movie was over, everyone was rushing out to leave and the atrium was very crowded and no one was stopping to look at the robots. I'd say you probably shouldn't plan on returning to the robots as they need to prepare for the next show people to come in. 2. Check out the Bonus tip 12:10 (video chapters in description) to see where you can see the outside Sphere show. Also here another Sphere video with the outside show where I mentioned where is the best spot to see the show. th-cam.com/video/aGaNufy-YKY/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching!
I took my family here at the Sphere!! There were five of us and we all loved it!! Such a great experience. Yes it was pricey, but well worth it for all of us to enjoy this. This video has some good advice on how to see this show. I do plan on doing this again. The bag policy, seems to have been more lenient that we found. They do check into your bag however. We were here in early Jan 2024. I hope you get to go, it was awesome!!
I forgot about this but something to consider if planning a visit to The Sphere. Many years ago I attended the IMAX at the Hearst Castle visitor center with an elderly friend who had a fear of heights which I knew but didn't realize it was so bad that just a movie would trigger it. He freaked out just from a standard IMAX that is a simple movie about building the castle, no extreme graphics, light show or soundscapes so I could just imagine what would have happened with something like this. I know my mom had problems too. Back in the day at Disneyland they had a 360* screen theater and even with the leaning rails she was struggling to stand and almost threw up. You can just close your eyes but she made us all leave the show. I was able to get my friend through the Hearst castle movie by pulling his ball cap down over his eyes and holding onto his arm so he felt grounded. But I can see people with issues having a "Plato at the planetarium" moment, at the Sphere lol.
I was in my 30's and could go on about80% of all roller coasters. I went on the Star Wars Tour ride about 30 years ago, I had no idea what kind of ride if was, I thought it was a roller coaster ride, nope it was a Simulator Ride, yeah no, I could not do that ride, lucky for me when they seatbelt you in you cannot remove the seatbelt, I was the classic person panicking trying to remove the seatbelt, when the ride was over my wife said that I was soaking wet. Sometimes you have no idea how you will respond to new things. Best choice close your eyes hold on and tell yourself you are fine.
@@Moondoggy1941 I LOVE roller coasters and have also rode several simulators. I never backed down from any ride. I never had any issues with motion rides until to a few years ago in my mid-50's I rode this thing at our local fair. I can't remember the name but Googling, the closest I can find is called Energy Storm, the one I rode was similar but even worse, so maybe it's no longer in operation. At first it was really fun but by the time it was done so was I. I don't think I could have taken another 10 seconds and was praying for it to end. I was ruined after that feeling dizzy and nauseous and felt disoriented for a few days after. I've rode things since with no problem but I won't ride one like that again.
Yeah, I was thinking, anyone with issues should do everyone a favor and stay home. It's like going to a concert with someone that wants to leave early.
You can no longer drop your bags at the Venetian. They changed their policy a few weeks ago and if you are not staying at the Venetian you can’t store bags thereb
My sister and I went last month for our annual birthday week celebration. We took an Uber there since we were staying at the MGM. You are spot on with the tips and prices. We had excellent seats on 2nd level and it is something to experience ❤ #Mctwindom was in the building
Outstanding presentation, I’ve been to Vegas numerous times. My wife , daughter and husband and myself are going next month. This is a must see for us. Thanks for the seating tips, along with the Avatar imaging. Nice work. 👍
You did a great job with this video, but after watching a couple videos and reading reviews i'm just not seeing an experience worth $100+. I'm doing a trip to Vegas this week, but I will only be trying to see the sphere from outside for now. I think I'll put the saved money towards other experiences instead. Thanks for the video, and glad you enjoyed your visit.
Went this past November, price was a little high, post card show was good, the AI robots were cool. We parked at the Fashion Show Mall and walked on Sands blvd about a mile.Make sure you get back to your car before 9pm, the mall closes at that time and you might get locked in and it was free parking!
The walkway from the Venetian to the Sphere was closed when we were there in September. Walking to and from the Sphere was a nightmare. It was super hot, and we were super-tired. Impossible to catch an Uber after; the lines were at least a 2 hr wait after. We ended up walking the entire way back to Caesar's palace. I will think twice about how to get there and back if we decide to go again.
I live in Las Vegas to me it looks like it's easier to go there from the Palazzo it's on the same side? And can I park at the Wynn and walk over ? Did u see a smoking area once u arrived ? How long ahould i account once I arrive to see the lobby stuff ?
Yes you can park at the Wynn and walk over. Both Palazzo lobby and Venetian lobby to the bridgeway will be about the same distance. If you want to look closer, can search on Google map and see the distance from each lobby to "Venetian Bridge to Sphere". Sphere is a non smoking venue, from Venetian lobby to the Sphere is about 10min walk indoor. Hope this helps!
great detailed review - thank you. we're planning to take my 83 yr. young Mom next month and don't want to get seats high up to avoid too many stairs. I wonder how is the experience from the lower middle sections.
Some people complain about the men's bathroom being too small with low capacity, so the lines are long. Women's were fine. Bathrooms are on every floor. If you need to use the bathroom after the show, make sure to use the ones on your seat level before going down to the exit floor. I heard the workers would not let you stop and use the bathroom on that plaza (exit) level as it will create congestion and they need to move everyone out of the venue ASAP. Hope this helps.
Personally, I'll start looking at the ticket price and the seats I prefer, keep an eye on the pricing (check Vegas.com for holiday discounts etc), if I see a good deal, I'll jump on it (if I am sure I won't change my plan). Hope you have a wonderful time in Vegas :)
Thanks for the info...Going to see Dead & Co so everyone can only imagine what that will be like.... I just hope that its not too overwhelming... If you know what I mean!
Liked your video, especially seating experience. Thank you! ... If you have an opportunity to same video explanation with an actual in seat experience of a handicap(wheeled-E-chair) so I can see pros & cons of experience, that would be awesome. I think.
I am going to Las Vegas tomorrow (Sunday June 23). I will see the Sphere experience and Hoover Dam--I wonder which will impress more? Thanks for the excellent review.
It's an excellent venue for concerts and films, etc. Just be aware of the seating arrangement. It is very steep so if you have problems with heights, I would not recommend it, at least try to get seats at the lowest level.
Does anyone recommend buying tickets that day at the box office? Do you avoid the Ticketmaster fees that way? I am going mid-week so there should be seats available.
In theory you might be able to save the fees if you buy ticket on site the day of the show - this is what they noted on the Sphere official website - "Tickets can also be purchased in-person onsite at the Sphere concierge, which is open one hour prior to show time". However, we don't know what pricing they offer on site and availability. If you buy online, they have dynamic pricing, meaning, if the demand is weak that day, the price might be cheaper than if you get from the box office which I heard it's standard pricing. You might want to check Vegas.com to see if they have special discount before you buy. Hope this helps.
We have the 2pm timeslot and from what I gather that means the show/movie itself doesn't start until 3pm is that correct? I've also read it's best to turn up 15 mins after your allotted time to miss the long entry queues would you agree?
Yes 2pm show means the movie should start around 3pm. I'd not arrive late to avoid the long line, as you'll lose the time to do the interactive activities and the crowd around the robots or the line for the avatar scan will be huge by the time you get in. Personally, I'd be at the door by 1:30pm. Hope this helps!
I wish this great video was available when I went in October to see Postcard. I had lots of trouble dealing with the vertigo sensations and missed much of the film as I was filtering it through my fingers or looking down most of the time. Everything you said is true. Yeah, people don't know about the interactive items in the lobby areas because they don't do enough to make them obvious. Overall, despite my personal obstacles, I too would say it's worth going for the unique experience - but only if you do not have a fear of heights or vertigo. Those steeply raked seats should have seat belts and something to hold onto. Every one is perched like it's on the edge of a cliff. Truly scary!
Sorry to hear you had to deal with the vertigo sensations at the show, it'd be nice if everyone is aware of the potential issues before they decide to go or not, but this is really not common knowledge, at least I didn't know until I read about it. I am glad you got to see the show despite the challenges tho, coz it's really a special experience. This is currently the one and only dome structure in the world with these top notch technologies, not sure if there will be another as it costs 2.3 billion to build. Thanks for watching and sharing your experience :)
Thank you for explaining this. I have vertigo and had plan to see it thinking it wouldn’t be bad but if it had you like that then I’ll just enjoy it from the outside.
Yes, you can take the elevator to get to different sections/level, I believe they have a wheelchair section reserved on the top row of 306 section. Hope this helps.
The do have a team of wheelchair assistance personnel and at the U2 concert they were stationed at the actual entry to the Sphere where it connected from the Venetian tunnel (which is already a really long way in). They offered it to me as I had stopped there in the entry to rest my knee on the way in, so I don't know if one must reserve in advance normally. I took advantage of this service due to my knee problem and it was a lifesaver. There are ADA elevators in the venue that are easier to use than the escalators, as well. I was not seated in a wheelchair section, btw. The people were extremely nice and the guy was waiting for us to pick me up right after the show; he escorted us out to where I originally picked up the service. I tipped him $10.00 each way, and it was well worth it because it helped me sooooo much. It is a REALLY long trek from Venetian to Sphere and though they have a people-moving sidewalk in part of the entry, they do not turn it on during the entry to the concert (only during the exit) so it only seems to go one way! It is really a challenge for people with mobility issues, but well worth it if one can make a plan to take advantage of these services. If one enters the Sphere directly from the street it is really a long way in on Sands Avenue with crowded sidewalks and major traffic, as well. Vegas is really NOT designed for those with mobility issues in mind and that is one of it's biggest limitations, unfortunately.
We paid $160 per person, I guess, day of the show, for a 4 PM show, but it was good. I wasn't captivated by the story, it was an impressive use of technology. We also got tickets to do the Beatles Love show, the Beatles Cirque show was cheaper. It is all relative. Vegas can be expensive.
Additional Sphere Tips: 1. On higher floors, there are ledges you can use as countertop to put your food and drinks down. You can stand and eat while looking down to the atrium. Or you can bring your food inside the theater to your assigned seats to eat, but it can be challenging to juggle the food and drinks while climbing the stairs. 2. Go for the daytime show if you want a potentially smaller crowd. Thanks for watching and enjoy your Sphere and Vegas experience! ⭐😊
Love your suggestion to just close your eyes if you are getting motion sickness while sitting still watching video. It’s amazing how we perceive motion through sight and when it doesn’t match with physical motion we get nauseated…… Close your eyes, if you can't see it, it won’t affect you.
Hi there we just opened a new vegas residency show and would love to invite you out to review it
@@Kelly-nt2rq More info?
@@KeepingUpWithVegas yes please let me know how yo contact you. Every time I try to type information, my comment gets deleted.
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What a *wonderful, detailed, comprehensive, helpful review* this is!!! THANK YOU!
I have had the Sphere Experience, and I agree totally with your review (and wish I had seen it before going)! I would add only two more observations: (1) When I was there, the lobby was much more crowded than it looked in this video. It would have been near-impossible to take in all its features in the brief time between gaining entrance to the lobby and the start of the show even if there were nobody else in the lobby. But with my (normal?) crowd, it was difficult to move between the Auras, and each one was surrounded by a deep group of guests. I felt lucky to have had even the shortest of conversations with one of her. (2) Yes, there are LOTS of counters serving food and/or beverages. And LOTS of people in the lines for them. But -- as far as I could tell -- there were NO spaces to sit and enjoy the expensive food you just purchased. My friend had to set his chicken wings basket (or whatever it was) on top of a garbage container and stand there to eat it. That soured me on the Experience. [BTW, we had primo 306 seats. I didn't smell anything during the film. And there was only one scene during which our seats did anything "interactive."]
Overall, again, I agree: I'd recommend doing this once, just because it's The Sphere and it's unique. But go with moderate expectations.
Thanks so much for the kind words!😊❤️ 1). I went for the day time show so it's probably less crowded and I think that works out well. I can imagine how frustrating it can be when you want to get a taste of interacting with the robots. And I totally felt rushed through the interactive experience, they should give more time. 2). The no seating for eating is a real problem, but I should have mentioned in the video (I had it but cut that scene as the video got a bit long) that on the higher floors, there are ledges you can use as a countertop to stand and eat your food while looking down to the atrium. Some people also brought the food inside the theater and eat at their assigned seats. But honestly climbing those stairs with food and drinks in your hands are like circus style balancing act lol which I would not recommend. Should have kept that commentary in the video ;) Thanks for watching and sharing your experience!
@KeepingUpWithVegas Can you please tell me if they have elevators for people with bad knees
@@Owassoegan There are elevators. Beware, though, that the pitch of the rows of seats is very steep. It you're not steady on your feet, it's a challenge.
@@a2mark57 Thank you for the information. Very helpful.
@@KeepingUpWithVegas so the atrium is only available gfrom 4 to 4,30 pm? planning on 4.30 pm show. is there an option for senior citizens who cant climb a flight of stairs? thanks for the informative video!
I was there in October and saw U2 and went the first day of the showing of Postcards from earth. It was worth every penny. U2 graphics on the screen are amazing. There is a part that you feel and see that you are outside. It is absolutely amazing. U2 filmed 3 of the shows which are going to be made into a concert film which is going to be shown in the future at the Sphere.
That sounds great! Looking forward to seeing that U2 film some day. Glad you enjoyed the Sphere experience and thanks for watching and sharing :)
@KeepingUpWithVegas I hope you've seen the U2 Experience. I have watched long footage of several songs of other Sphere artists since seeing U2 there and I have increasingly realized by comparison the unequally overall experience of U2's magnificent production and their sound within the Sphere sound is an epic entity uniquely theirs. I saw them live and would love to relive the experience. I 100% agree with your review and information about the Sphere interactive and Postcards film and hope @sphere increases their public info the way you have. Also, I normally love nature films but the premise and production of the film, was so underwhelming I was sad. I hope they replace it with a worthy creation that only consists of awe inspiring images that conveys the wonder of our planet and the oneness of our humanity 🌏 with Sting's- Fragile and other moving meaningful songs and excellent images such as Dolphins by Imax, BBC Earth etc. productions.Wonders of the world. Niagara Falls, surfing inside the curl of a wave, swimming with Dolphin and whales, being surrounded by the tops of trees at peak of fall colors then following their trunks down as leaves float in a wind to the ground...I can see in my mind all I hope it will become.🍂🍁🌏☮️
I saw U2 at the Sphere and was 3 rows from the top of Section 405. The layout was someone confusing and I thought we were on 400 level (couldn't find escalator up) but were on 300 level and had to climb up. When I finally climbed Everest and sat down my heart was pounding and I had to walk out to collect myself. I came back in and sat for most of U2 and was fine, but I was glad to have an aisle seat. Women in high heels trying to balance their way down so crazy!
It was a steep climb and I am glad you were ok! High heels is a recipe for disaster especially if you are sitting in the middle!
Going to Dead & Co... thanks for the tips.. thank God I don't wear heels!!!
Nice! Be safe and have fun :)
We just saw the Eagles last week, absolutely & totally amazing!!! The most magical experience of my life
I will be going to see this EAGLES this weekend! Do you have any tips or tricks to get the most out of the experience? Any suggestions would be appreciated!
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what row did you sit in?
Eagles 11/1 Section 308, 3rd row........my 11th and likely last time seeing them
I saw them Nov 9th, and I agree that it was the most phenomenonal concert experience I've ever had. It was mind-blowing. We sat in secrion 305, row 19. Worth every penny!!
How early do you need to buy tickets so you don't miss out?
great video! I went last week and totally agree with your overall assessment! Definitely a cool experience if you focus on the sensory aspects: visuals, sound, etc. The storyline and voiceovers in the "postcard from planet earth" show were mellow-dramatic, but I wasn't there for the story, so i enjoyed myself overall!
Glad to hear you agree with my assessment :) All in all it's a special experience that I think everyone should give it a try. Thanks for watching and sharing!
Thank you so very very much for your video! I was in Vegas in October and it wasn't opened. But the wonderful experience looking at it from outside was amazing especially from going on the high roller, great views from there.
Very welcome and glad you enjoyed it! I am fascinated by the Sphere outside shows too. High roller has one of the best vantage points for it. Thanks for watching :)
I am happy to see your video before my journey ! Thank u.
Awesome! Glad it's helpful :)
Thank you I just ordered my tickets I was having doubts and kinda worried that I spent 320$ but now watching this and listening to you. Thank you so much I can't wait.
We r going Sept 29th ❤
That's great! Enjoy and have fun :)
This vid should be a 'how to' for others who try to document/review/comment on an attraction anywhere. I wish I could like this 10x. I had talked myself out of going to this, but because of your clear and concise instructions on how to get to the Sphere I changed my mind. BRAVO!
Thanks soo much for your kind words :) Appreciate it and glad you found it helpful! Enjoy your Sphere experience!
Great advice about getting there. We went to the Sphere Experience 3 days ago and took a Lyft to the Sphere, and that was a mistake. We should have just gone to the Venetian. Mind you, the price of the ride would have been the same but the traffic was horrible. There are set time windows for these shows and the traffic surges every couple of hours. You will cut a big amount of time off your ride there if you go the Venetian. Thankfully our Lyft driver had a very nice Lexus GX and that made it a bit more enjoyable. Our tickets were around $60 each and I bought these a couple months in advance. Great show and unlike anything I have ever experienced.
Yeah going through Venetian is the best way. Glad you enjoyed the show and you got a great price! Thanks for watching and sharing your experience :)
How did you get tickets for $60? I can find any for less than $90 and that is before ticket fees. Just don’t think I want to drop nearly $300 for what appears to be an IMAX movie.
Well, I think there might be some surge pricing during certain times of the year. I bought my tickets about 2 months in advance during a time period right after the Grand Prix race. But I will tell you this is nothing like an IMAX experience. I have seen IMAX movies, one being Avatar in 3D at the Pacific Science Center in Seattle. Also a couple of 3D theatre movies elsewhere. This venue is so huge that my wife got anxiety and had to step out of the auditorium (she has fear of heights). This is huge and immersive and, with the exception of the seating area, is total screen in all directions. This with a state of the art sound system that you will only truly understand by attending the first half of your two hour visit on the ground level. AI Robots give you a presentation of the sound system that can point sound directly to you from a long distance. They also can change temperatures and pipe in wind and scents. And there are haptics that will rumble your butt. Yes it is expensive but you will get a mind blowing experience far beyond any IMAX movie. Please trust me, you will not be disappointed. @@patriciap9307
This was such an informative video. Thank you!
Very welcome and so glad to hear it's helpful :) Thank you!
Extremely recommended. Sound visuals food people ( love the technology )
The Technology is definitely top notch, everyone should experience it at least once in their life!
Thank you for your great video! Very informative and helpful.❤
Very welcome and glad you found it helpful :)
Be mindful of when the bridge is closed- I went 2 weeks ago and due to a conference, they made us walk outside- which I did not plan on- so drink extra water and wear sun protection- there isn't much shade for portions of the walk (if doing a daytime show). Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the great tip! I am sorry you were forced to walk outside, that's not good in this kinda of weather. Hope you still had a great time :)
Row 12 is actually the front row in the 100s. For concerts, obstructed views are row 23 and back, not row 12!
Again for concerts, the imaging is on all sides and the sound is excellent throughout.
I've sat in various places. This weekend I will be I'm section 209 one night, and 303 the next. It's almost impossible to get center section seats without paying 2 - 3 times the already expensive face value of the tickets.
Other than that, good review. Info about the many interactive exhibits was especially appreciated.
I'm going back to Vegas soon. The last time I was there, the sphere wasn't quite open yet. However, your video was SO informative and helpful, I think you have inspired me to go! Thank you very much!
Thanks so much! I am happy to hear you plan to go check it out. Hope you have a great time at the Sphere soon :)
Thank you for sharing valuable info. Very helpful
Very welcome, glad you found it helpful :) Thanks for watching!
Also, if you go to an earlier show and need to use the restroom after the show, maybe try the upper levels- as you're making your way downstairs. They close the restrooms on the ground level as they try to clear out one group before they let people in for the next show. And it's a long, slow shuffle-walk to the restrooms in the Venetian when it's crowded and everyone is trying to leave at the same time.
Good tip! Thanks for sharing :)
Thanks for a great informative video! Ultimately I don't think the sphere is for me. I don't do well in Imax type theaters and I had no clue this is basically what that was. I so appreciate knowing this before making a wrong decision.
Great glad it was helpful :) Thanks for watching!
I was there for Dead & Company. The Sphere blew my mind.
Fantastic video! Very thorough, thank you. Now I can make an informed decision on if I want to go! I think it would be worth it.
Very welcome and thanks for the nice comment! Glad it's helpful :)
Great and helpful information
Thanks so much, glad you found it helpful :)
Awesome review, thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much for the kind words, and thanks for watching :)
This is the best video on youtube for how to best enjoy the Sphere. Thank you. Questions: 1. In the event that you can't get to all of the robots, etc., can you return to the lobby after the show, or do they funnel you directly out of the Sphere? 2. Where outside of the sphere is the best place to view the sphere?
Thanks so much! :) 1. When the movie was over, everyone was rushing out to leave and the atrium was very crowded and no one was stopping to look at the robots. I'd say you probably shouldn't plan on returning to the robots as they need to prepare for the next show people to come in. 2. Check out the Bonus tip 12:10 (video chapters in description) to see where you can see the outside Sphere show. Also here another Sphere video with the outside show where I mentioned where is the best spot to see the show. th-cam.com/video/aGaNufy-YKY/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching!
Best get there early to look at the atrium, after the show the atrium is "shut down" to get everyone out before the next show.
This video was beautiful in the amount of information you provided thank you!
Thanks for the nice feedback! Glad you find it helpful :)
I took my family here at the Sphere!! There were five of us and we all loved it!! Such a great experience. Yes it was pricey, but well worth it for all of us to enjoy this. This video has some good advice on how to see this show. I do plan on doing this again. The bag policy, seems to have been more lenient that we found. They do check into your bag however. We were here in early Jan 2024. I hope you get to go, it was awesome!!
Thanks for sharing your experience and glad you enjoyed it!
I forgot about this but something to consider if planning a visit to The Sphere. Many years ago I attended the IMAX at the Hearst Castle visitor center with an elderly friend who had a fear of heights which I knew but didn't realize it was so bad that just a movie would trigger it. He freaked out just from a standard IMAX that is a simple movie about building the castle, no extreme graphics, light show or soundscapes so I could just imagine what would have happened with something like this. I know my mom had problems too. Back in the day at Disneyland they had a 360* screen theater and even with the leaning rails she was struggling to stand and almost threw up. You can just close your eyes but she made us all leave the show. I was able to get my friend through the Hearst castle movie by pulling his ball cap down over his eyes and holding onto his arm so he felt grounded. But I can see people with issues having a "Plato at the planetarium" moment, at the Sphere lol.
So glad you were able to help your friend!
I was in my 30's and could go on about80% of all roller coasters. I went on the Star Wars Tour ride about 30 years ago, I had no idea what kind of ride if was, I thought it was a roller coaster ride, nope it was a Simulator Ride, yeah no, I could not do that ride, lucky for me when they seatbelt you in you cannot remove the seatbelt, I was the classic person panicking trying to remove the seatbelt, when the ride was over my wife said that I was soaking wet. Sometimes you have no idea how you will respond to new things. Best choice close your eyes hold on and tell yourself you are fine.
@@Moondoggy1941 I LOVE roller coasters and have also rode several simulators. I never backed down from any ride. I never had any issues with motion rides until to a few years ago in my mid-50's I rode this thing at our local fair. I can't remember the name but Googling, the closest I can find is called Energy Storm, the one I rode was similar but even worse, so maybe it's no longer in operation. At first it was really fun but by the time it was done so was I. I don't think I could have taken another 10 seconds and was praying for it to end. I was ruined after that feeling dizzy and nauseous and felt disoriented for a few days after. I've rode things since with no problem but I won't ride one like that again.
Yeah, I was thinking, anyone with issues should do everyone a favor and stay home. It's like going to a concert with someone that wants to leave early.
Thank you for the detailed review. I have not been to the Sphere as of yet, but I will visit when I am in Vegas later this year.
Very welcome and hope you have a great trip! :)
You can no longer drop your bags at the Venetian. They changed their policy a few weeks ago and if you are not staying at the Venetian you can’t store bags thereb
Thanks for sharing the tip!
Wow! Most informative tourist site description that I have evert heard. Great work!
Thanks so much for the great feedback :)
Great job. You should have a million viewers.
Thanks so much for the kind words 😊❤️ Glad you enjoyed it!
My sister and I went last month for our annual birthday week celebration. We took an Uber there since we were staying at the MGM. You are spot on with the tips and prices. We had excellent seats on 2nd level and it is something to experience ❤ #Mctwindom was in the building
That's awesome! Glad to hear you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching and sharing your experience :)
Outstanding presentation, I’ve been to Vegas numerous times. My wife , daughter and husband and myself are going next month. This is a must see for us. Thanks for the seating tips, along with the Avatar imaging. Nice work. 👍
Thanks so much for the nice comment :) Have a great time in Vegas!
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You did a great job with this video, but after watching a couple videos and reading reviews i'm just not seeing an experience worth $100+. I'm doing a trip to Vegas this week, but I will only be trying to see the sphere from outside for now. I think I'll put the saved money towards other experiences instead. Thanks for the video, and glad you enjoyed your visit.
Glad my video helped you decide. Have fun in Vegas! :)
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Went this past November, price was a little high, post card show was good, the AI robots were cool.
We parked at the Fashion Show Mall and walked on Sands blvd about a mile.Make sure you get back to your car before 9pm, the mall closes at that time and you might get locked in and it was free parking!
Thanks for sharing the parking tip! Glad you enjoyed the show.
The walkway from the Venetian to the Sphere was closed when we were there in September. Walking to and from the Sphere was a nightmare. It was super hot, and we were super-tired. Impossible to catch an Uber after; the lines were at least a 2 hr wait after. We ended up walking the entire way back to Caesar's palace. I will think twice about how to get there and back if we decide to go again.
So sorry that happened to you. Hope it'll be better next time!
Just Saw postcard from Earth and 2 Days later the U2 koncert movie, fantastic venue , this is the future of koncerts places and movies i Think
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Yeah, the fries are awesome!
Pizza was cold
I sat against the center rear wall at the U2 show. You see more of the screen from the back which I prefer.
Thank you for the info. So were you able to use a crossbody purse? Was the size a bit bigger than recommended 6"?
I was able to use it, no problem at all.
Question. Is it a large movie screen? The concerts have video throughout the entire dome, not just on a rectangular screen.
It's the entire dome, not just a rectangular screen.
Excellent informative video and synopsis! Thanks for sharing.
Thank so much! Glad you find it helpful!
Thank you for sharing! This is some really good information!
Very welcome, glad you found it helpful. Appreciate the comment and thanks for watching! :)
Wow! You've made an amazingly useful review! Thank you so much!
Thanks so much for your great feedback! Glad to hear you find it helpful :)
Anyma's NYE sphere show is going to be absolutely insane!
Thanks for the great content! :)
Exciting! Thanks for the great feedback :)
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I live in Las Vegas to me it looks like it's easier to go there from the Palazzo it's on the same side? And can I park at the Wynn and walk over ? Did u see a smoking area once u arrived ? How long ahould i account once I arrive to see the lobby stuff ?
Yes you can park at the Wynn and walk over. Both Palazzo lobby and Venetian lobby to the bridgeway will be about the same distance. If you want to look closer, can search on Google map and see the distance from each lobby to "Venetian Bridge to Sphere". Sphere is a non smoking venue, from Venetian lobby to the Sphere is about 10min walk indoor. Hope this helps!
You can park free at Treasure Island and walk across Las Vegas Blvd to the Sphere. That's what we do.
great detailed review - thank you. we're planning to take my 83 yr. young Mom next month and don't want to get seats high up to avoid too many stairs. I wonder how is the experience from the lower middle sections.
Thank you! Hope you have a good time with your family at the Sphere. I think the lower seats will be just fine :)
Thanks for taking the time to share!
Very welcome :)
Great tips, thank you! I hope I make it out there one day. I'll definitely refer to this video again, if so!
Glad this is helpful, and I hope you get to check it out some day soon!
Very thoughtfully made and you covered subjects one can relate to. Thanks for the tips for parking and the cost.
Thanks so much for the great feedback :)
You can also park free at Treasure Island and walk across the street.
I went 2 weeks ago and couldn't believe the resolution of such a large screen. It literally felt like you were sitting in an outdoor stadium.
The technology is definitely top notch!
did you just see the basic sphere show?
@shelby131 Yeah. It was called postcards from earth I believe.
Liked your honest experience and your "getting the most" tips for real people on a budget for vacations!
Glad you find the video helpful!
What is the bathroom situation like?
How far is the bathroom once you’re seated?
And are they accessible after the show?
Some people complain about the men's bathroom being too small with low capacity, so the lines are long. Women's were fine. Bathrooms are on every floor.
If you need to use the bathroom after the show, make sure to use the ones on your seat level before going down to the exit floor. I heard the workers would not let you stop and use the bathroom on that plaza (exit) level as it will create congestion and they need to move everyone out of the venue ASAP. Hope this helps.
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Thank you! Was wondering what the Sphere was like!
Very welcome and thanks for watching :)
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I love the way you explained it all. Seriously soo descriptive ❤🎉
Thanks so much for the great feedback! :)
You did an outstanding job on your Sphere review! Thank you for sharing all of that information. It will be very helpful to everyone!
Thanks so much for the great feedback, appreciate it! So glad it's helpful :)
I'm going next year with my family of 4 l. How early should you buy tickets so you don't miss out?
Personally, I'll start looking at the ticket price and the seats I prefer, keep an eye on the pricing (check Vegas.com for holiday discounts etc), if I see a good deal, I'll jump on it (if I am sure I won't change my plan). Hope you have a wonderful time in Vegas :)
Thanks for the info...Going to see Dead & Co so everyone can only imagine what that will be like.... I just hope that its not too overwhelming... If you know what I mean!
Very welcome! Awesome hope you have a great time :)
Liked your video, especially seating experience. Thank you! ... If you have an opportunity to same video explanation with an actual in seat experience of a handicap(wheeled-E-chair) so I can see pros & cons of experience, that would be awesome. I think.
If I remember correctly, there are wheelchair access on top of 306 section, and there are elevators to bring you up. Hope this helps.
In Chicago we have a similar IMax dome theatre, and it is really quite immersive and impressive.
The sphere isn't much better than the Imax dome theater. In fact I grew up in Chicago and I think the Imax was better and felt more immersive...
We CAN'T WAIT to come to Las Vegas and meet the Sphere!! He's beautiful and adorable on the outside, and fascinating on the inside!!😊
great job on your video ... ! very well made ... excellent information 👍
Thanks very much for your kind words! Glad you found it helpful :)
Great information! Thank you so much for posting!
Thanks so much for the nice feedback! :)
The bathrooms are almost dark, they need to turn on the lights in there. Saw a few people almost fall
I am going to Las Vegas tomorrow (Sunday June 23). I will see the Sphere experience and Hoover Dam--I wonder which will impress more? Thanks for the excellent review.
Have a wonderful time in Vegas! Thanks for watching and the nice comment :)
Looks awesome from outside. Having seizures will kill any chance of actually being inside
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Wonderful job with information.
Thank you :) Glad you found it helpful!
I saw the postcard from earth it was a unique experience, I am going there again to see anyma, this would be my 2nd time then.
Nice!
It's an excellent venue for concerts and films, etc. Just be aware of the seating arrangement. It is very steep so if you have problems with heights, I would not recommend it, at least try to get seats at the lowest level.
Outstanding information. Thank you so much! CAB😊
Thank you so much! :) Glad you found it helpful.
Best Review video ever! Keep it up ❤️🇧🇩
Thanks so much :) appreciate it!
Does anyone recommend buying tickets that day at the box office? Do you avoid the Ticketmaster fees that way? I am going mid-week so there should be seats available.
In theory you might be able to save the fees if you buy ticket on site the day of the show - this is what they noted on the Sphere official website -
"Tickets can also be purchased in-person onsite at the Sphere concierge, which is open one hour prior to show time".
However, we don't know what pricing they offer on site and availability. If you buy online, they have dynamic pricing, meaning, if the demand is weak that day, the price might be cheaper than if you get from the box office which I heard it's standard pricing. You might want to check Vegas.com to see if they have special discount before you buy. Hope this helps.
Thanks!
Hi! Are the seats similar to movie theater seats? Or arena seats that are tighter/with hard arms?
It's fold down seat with a bit of cushioning. If I remember correctly, there are no arm rests.
Very informative! Thanks for sharing
Thanks and glad you found it helpful! :)
We have the 2pm timeslot and from what I gather that means the show/movie itself doesn't start until 3pm is that correct? I've also read it's best to turn up 15 mins after your allotted time to miss the long entry queues would you agree?
Yes 2pm show means the movie should start around 3pm. I'd not arrive late to avoid the long line, as you'll lose the time to do the interactive activities and the crowd around the robots or the line for the avatar scan will be huge by the time you get in. Personally, I'd be at the door by 1:30pm. Hope this helps!
Excellent video
Thanks so much :)
Thanks for all the info, and I LOVE that emoji!
Very welcome, me too! Thanks for watching :)
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Out there next month - thank you for the tips and insight!
Awesome, have a great time in Vegas! :)
I wish this great video was available when I went in October to see Postcard. I had lots of trouble dealing with the vertigo sensations and missed much of the film as I was filtering it through my fingers or looking down most of the time. Everything you said is true. Yeah, people don't know about the interactive items in the lobby areas because they don't do enough to make them obvious. Overall, despite my personal obstacles, I too would say it's worth going for the unique experience - but only if you do not have a fear of heights or vertigo. Those steeply raked seats should have seat belts and something to hold onto. Every one is perched like it's on the edge of a cliff. Truly scary!
Sorry to hear you had to deal with the vertigo sensations at the show, it'd be nice if everyone is aware of the potential issues before they decide to go or not, but this is really not common knowledge, at least I didn't know until I read about it. I am glad you got to see the show despite the challenges tho, coz it's really a special experience. This is currently the one and only dome structure in the world with these top notch technologies, not sure if there will be another as it costs 2.3 billion to build. Thanks for watching and sharing your experience :)
Thank you for explaining this. I have vertigo and had plan to see it thinking it wouldn’t be bad but if it had you like that then I’ll just enjoy it from the outside.
Thanks for all the great information! So kind of you🌹❤️
So glad it's helpful! ☺
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Very well explained. Thank you
Very welcome and glad you found it helpful :)
Any accommodations for people using walker or wheel chair
Yes, you can take the elevator to get to different sections/level, I believe they have a wheelchair section reserved on the top row of 306 section. Hope this helps.
The do have a team of wheelchair assistance personnel and at the U2 concert they were stationed at the actual entry to the Sphere where it connected from the Venetian tunnel (which is already a really long way in). They offered it to me as I had stopped there in the entry to rest my knee on the way in, so I don't know if one must reserve in advance normally. I took advantage of this service due to my knee problem and it was a lifesaver. There are ADA elevators in the venue that are easier to use than the escalators, as well. I was not seated in a wheelchair section, btw. The people were extremely nice and the guy was waiting for us to pick me up right after the show; he escorted us out to where I originally picked up the service. I tipped him $10.00 each way, and it was well worth it because it helped me sooooo much. It is a REALLY long trek from Venetian to Sphere and though they have a people-moving sidewalk in part of the entry, they do not turn it on during the entry to the concert (only during the exit) so it only seems to go one way! It is really a challenge for people with mobility issues, but well worth it if one can make a plan to take advantage of these services. If one enters the Sphere directly from the street it is really a long way in on Sands Avenue with crowded sidewalks and major traffic, as well. Vegas is really NOT designed for those with mobility issues in mind and that is one of it's biggest limitations, unfortunately.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
Yes. But you must reserve specific seating for flat access
Good stuff and super informational thank you!!!
Thanks for the great feedback! :)
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Awesome, thanks so much :)
Can i ask how long the Postcards show/film lasts for please? Thanks
The movie is about an hour long.
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The Uber drops you right at the door and I took my big bag. They let it in fine. I went a few days ago.
Is it a better experience for an evening show? Or a daytime show will do?
There should be no difference between day time or night time show. So if day time works better, go for it!
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We paid $160 per person, I guess, day of the show, for a 4 PM show, but it was good. I wasn't captivated by the story, it was an impressive use of technology. We also got tickets to do the Beatles Love show, the Beatles Cirque show was cheaper. It is all relative. Vegas can be expensive.
Indeed, Vegas can be expensive! Thanks for watching and sharing your experience :)
Thanks for the review. Very helpful. Where are you from btw?