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About Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat at The Mirage
The Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat at The Mirage was a beloved on-site wildlife attraction on the Las Vegas Strip, once home to dolphins and a renowned Secret Garden featuring big cats. Opened in 1990 and expanded in the mid-1990s, the combined complex drew hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. In 2022, the animals were relocated and the Mirage began a transformation under new ownership. While the habitat itself is no longer active, the location remains a landmark on the Strip, with the property continuing to evolve into new experiences. This page provides historical context, practical information for guests, and nearby options to help you plan a memorable Las Vegas visit.
Getting around The Mirage area is straightforward. For parking, check current Hard Rock Las Vegas policies, as the property has undergone changes during the transformation. Transit options along the Las Vegas Strip include Deuce and 3150-series buses, as well as the Las Vegas Monorail with the nearest stop typically near MGM Grand. The Mirage sits between Flamingo and Spring Mountain Road, offering convenient access to nearby hotels such as The Flamingo, Bally's/Paris, and Caesars Palace. If you’re looking for places to stay or dine nearby, we’ve highlighted affiliate partner recommendations to help you secure convenient, quality options without the hassle.
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- Location/address: The Mirage, 3400 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109.
- Venue type: on-site wildlife habitat and garden within a hotel-casino (Siegfried & Roy's Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat).
- Capacity/scale: Dolphin habitat comprised four pools totaling around 2.5 million gallons; the Secret Garden complex covered about 2.5 acres (with the overall attraction cited as roughly 10 acres).
- History: Opened for dolphins in 1990 and expanded to include big cats (Secret Garden) in the mid-1990s; the combined attraction drew hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.
- Status: Permanently closed in 2022; animals relocated (including dolphins to SeaWorld San Diego and other sanctuaries) after MGM Resorts' sale to Hard Rock International; the Mirage has been undergoing a Hard Rock transformation.
- Parking: Parking facilities existed historically with tiered rates; during the Hard Rock transformation, parking arrangements at the property have changed and should be confirmed with current Hard Rock Las Vegas parking policies.
- Transit: On the Las Vegas Strip; nearest public transit includes Deuce/3150-series bus lines and the Las Vegas Monorail (closest station typically MGM Grand); walking routes and transit options are well-documented for The Mirage area.
- Nearby hotels: The Mirage sits on the Strip between Flamingo and Spring Mountain; nearby properties include The Flamingo, Bally’s/Paris, Caesars Palace, among others.
- Notable events hosted: It hosted Show-era animal exhibits and tours, and was part of Siegfried & Roy’s show legacy; at its peak the attraction attracted hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.