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Luxor IMAX Theater/In Search of the Obelisk

This is a state-of-the-art theater that offers both motion-simulator films and IMAX projects, some in standard two dimensions, and one in 3-D. The glasses for the latter are really cool headsets that include built-in speakers, bringing certain sounds right into your head (though they're a little too heavy for comfort). The movies change periodically but always include some extraordinary special effects. If you have a fear of heights, make sure to ask for a seat on one of the lower levels.

In Search of the Obelisk is a motion-simulator ride encompassing an action adventure involving a chase sequence inside a pyramid. Two other less-Egyptian-theme-tie-in simulator rides that also play at the Luxor are Fun House Express and Dracula's Haunted Castle.

3900 Las Vegas Blvd. S.Phone: 702/262-4000.Open: Sun-Thurs 9am-11pm; Fri-Sat 9am-midnight. IMAX show times vary depending on the length of the film.Admission $8.95 and up, prices vary depending on the movie; $7 for In Search of the Obelisk; $6 for IMAX Ridefilm (both episodes). Can be purchased as part of an all-attractions package for $24.


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