Hoover Dam Tour with Power Plant Visit and Historic Railroad Museum

About This Tour

Explore one of the world's most impressive industrial marvels on this immersive Hoover Dam tour. Begin your adventure with a guided elevator ride to the bottom of the dam, where you'll tour the power plant that generates over 2,000 megawatts of hydroelectric power. As your guide provides fascinating insights into the construction and significance of Hoover Dam, you'll have the opportunity to witness the incredible scale of this engineering feat, situated between the borders of Arizona and Nevada.

Your tour continues with a visit to the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Boulder City. Learn about the critical role the railways played in building Hoover Dam and how the town of Boulder City was established to house the workers of this monumental project. The museum features historic locomotives and exhibits that transport you back to a time when railroads shaped the development of the American West.

For an added historical experience, enjoy an optional lunch at Cornish Pasty Co., where you can savor a traditional Cornish pasty — a meal with roots in the mining industry of England. This hearty dish connects history and flavor, offering a perfect way to end your tour.

Tour Highlights

• Guided elevator ride to the bottom of Hoover Dam
• Tour the power plant generating over 2,000 megawatts
• Nevada State Railroad Museum with historic locomotives
• Learn how Boulder City was built to house dam workers
• Scenic views of the dam and Lake Mead
• Optional lunch at Cornish Pasty Co. in Boulder City

What's Included

• Guided tour of Hoover Dam and power plant
• Visit to Nevada State Railroad Museum
• Scenic views of the dam and surrounding areas
• Optional: Lunch at Cornish Pasty Co. (additional cost)