On our Hoover Dam tour, you’ll explore this impressive structure and learn about its construction with a guided power plant tour. Visit the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Boulder City to discover the essential role of railroads in building the dam, and optionally, enjoy a historic lunch at Cornish Pasty Co.
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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.
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