(Photo courtesy of MGM Resorts International) Here are 21 facts about Sin City's MGM Grand to know before you book a stay and pass through its doors.įor more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter. Whether you are planning your first stay or regularly visit, odds are there are a few things you may not know about this classic Vegas property. Within the giant property, you'll find acres of pools, a massive casino, larger-than-life experiences and an incredible array of shows and events, but you might be surprised to know that the MGM Grand is a hotel that almost never came to be. The iconic MGM Grand is a fixture on Las Vegas Boulevard (aka 'the Strip') with an interesting story to tell, both past and present. Decades after its 'Wizard of Oz' theme was retired, the emerald green color of the MGM Grand Las Vegas still stands out at night on the multicolored Las Vegas Strip.īut have you ever wondered why the hotel is that color or what other secrets the Las Vegas property's colorful history may contain?
