How to Get to Tao Beach from Venetian / Palazzo
Tao Beach is on-property at Venetian / Palazzo. Walk straight from your room.
Where luxury meets the ultimate pool party
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11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Thu–Sun, seasonal)
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Getting from Venetian / Palazzo to Tao Beach
Tao Beach is inside The Venetian Resort & Palazzo. No transportation needed.
Walk from Your Room
Tao Beach is located inside The Venetian Resort & Palazzo. Walk directly from your hotel room to the venue entrance. Follow signs through the casino floor.
Venue Overview
What to Expect at Tao Beach
Tao Beach at The Venetian Resort is a 47,000-square-foot rooftop dayclub rebuilt from the ground up in a $75 million renovation completed in 2022 — the most comprehensive dayclub transformation in Las Vegas Strip history. The venue sits above The Venetian's tower structure, and the surrounding resort architecture creates a wind-blocked microclimate that makes the deck warmer and more comfortable than ground-level pools on cooler spring and fall days in March and October. Operated by Tao Group — the hospitality company behind Marquee Nightclub, OMNIA Nightclub, and Hakkasan — Tao Beach benefits from the group's A-list booking power, and the 2026 resident DJ roster reflects it: Alesso, Fisher, Chris Lake, Tiësto, and Zedd all hold seasonal resident positions, making it the single dayclub in Las Vegas with the deepest concentration of electronic music headliners. The Asian-inspired design language that defines the Tao brand extends fully to the outdoor space: oversized Buddha statues anchor the main pool deck, bamboo dividers create semi-private pockets between VIP sections, and a koi pond positioned near the entrance establishes a luxury resort atmosphere before the music builds. The elevated Main Stage cabana row faces the DJ booth directly and accommodates up to 20 guests per unit, each with full bottle service and dedicated hostess coverage for the entire afternoon. Tao Beach is one of a small number of Strip dayclubs operating on Thursdays during peak summer months, from late April through early September — making it the strongest full-scale dayclub option for groups who want Thursday programming without paying peak Saturday pricing or competing with Saturday crowd sizes. As part of The Venetian's integrated Tao Group complex — which includes Tao Restaurant and Tao Nightclub on floors below the pool level — guests can structure a complete afternoon-into-evening experience beginning at Tao Beach and transitioning directly to the nightclub, with a single host managing both reservations. The rooftop position delivers clear sightlines across the Venetian pool complex toward the wider Las Vegas skyline, and the elevation above Las Vegas Boulevard means dramatically less street noise than ground-level dayclubs along the main Strip corridor.
Hours
11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Thu–Sun, seasonal)
Dress Code
Upscale daylife attire required. Resort swimwear, bikinis, and fashion-forward cover-ups welcome. No tank tops, basketball shorts, team jerseys, baseball caps, robes, athletic wear, jeans, or torn clothing. Cover-ups required when transiting through The Venetian casino floor to the Tao Beach elevator.
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Highlights
Venetian / Palazzo Nightlife
Nightlife at Venetian / Palazzo
The Venetian Resort is the home of Tao Nightclub, one of the most enduring and successful nightclub-restaurant hybrids in Las Vegas history. Since opening in 2005, Tao has maintained its position as both a critically acclaimed Asian fusion restaurant and a high-volume nightclub, generating annual revenues that consistently rank it among the top hospitality venues in the United States. The Asian-inspired decor — including a 20-foot reclining golden Buddha above the main bar, silk-draped walls, and dramatic candlelight throughout — creates an atmosphere unlike any other nightclub on the Strip. Two decades of operation have refined every element of the experience, from the cocktail program to the sound system to the staff's choreographed hospitality.
Tao Beach Dayclub operates as the outdoor complement to the Tao Nightclub experience, bringing the Asian aesthetic and Tao Group's signature entertainment philosophy to a pool setting. The beach club features a central pool surrounded by daybed sections and cabanas, with a main stage for DJ programming during pool season. The Tao Beach experience is particularly distinctive for its visual consistency with the nightclub — the natural materials, warm lighting, and staff presentation carry through from the indoor venue to the outdoor setting, creating a cohesive brand environment across both experiences. This brand consistency is rare in Vegas nightlife, where many dayclubs and nightclubs from the same operator have entirely different personalities.
The Venetian Resort's campus also matters in the context of The Palazzo tower's nightlife-specific logistics. The Palazzo is the newer of the two towers and operates as an all-suite property — every Palazzo room is a suite of at least 720 square feet, which changes how groups experience pre-nightclub preparation in ways that standard hotel rooms do not. Groups of four to eight traveling together and booking adjoining Palazzo suites have genuine party-prep space before Tao, in contrast to cramped standard rooms at comparable Strip hotels. The Palazzo's casino floor entry into Tao Nightclub bypasses the external Grand Canal Shoppes approach, giving Palazzo guests a faster physical path to the club entrance on nights when timing matters.
The Venetian Resort's mid-Strip location is one of the most strategically positioned nightlife hotels on Las Vegas Boulevard. Within a 10-minute walk north are Wynn and Encore (XS Nightclub, Encore Beach Club) and Resorts World (Zouk, AYU Dayclub). Within a 12-minute walk south is OMNIA Nightclub at Caesars Palace. The adjacent Sands Expo Center and the Venetian Convention Center occupy the same building as the hotel, making The Venetian the premier choice for convention attendees who want direct nightlife access after conference hours without requiring transportation.
Must-Do
Signature Experiences at Venetian / Palazzo
Tao Dinner-to-Dancing — Guests can reserve at Tao Asian Bistro for a theatrical dining experience in the same space that converts to a nightclub after 10:30 PM. Elevated Asian fusion cuisine is served against the same candlelight and Buddha backdrop that the club operates under hours later. As the dining period concludes, the venue's music shifts from ambient to dance, the DJ takes over the stage, and the space transforms from restaurant to nightclub without guests needing to change venues. This seamless arc from dinner to dancing on the same premises is something Tao has delivered better than any other venue on the Strip for two decades running.
Tao Beach Saturday Pool Party — Programming runs from noon into the early evening, and the crowd reflects the Venetian's diverse guest mix: convention attendees, couples on anniversary trips, bachelorette groups, and dedicated nightlife enthusiasts all share the venue without any single demographic overwhelming the atmosphere. The scale of Tao Beach is intentionally smaller than Encore Beach Club or AYU, creating a more intimate environment where the DJ programming is genuinely audible and the crowd does not feel compressed. This intimacy is one of the most consistent positive points visitors mention after attending Tao Beach.
Grand Canal Pre-Gaming Circuit — The Grand Canal Shoppes form the most distinctive pre-nightclub entertainment corridor in Las Vegas. The indoor replica of Venice's Grand Canal, complete with working gondolas, marble-floored piazzas, and hand-painted sky ceilings, provides a genuinely unique environment for group photos and cocktail walks before the nightclub. Multiple bars and restaurants line the canal and remain open until late, and the walking distance from any point in the Shoppes to Tao Nightclub is under five minutes. Groups who want a cohesive evening beginning with the themed canal environment, then Tao, will find the Venetian campus perfectly designed for this arc.
Convention-to-Tao Pipeline — The Sands Expo and Venetian Convention Center attach directly to the hotel, creating a zero-transportation arc from conference floor to nightclub that no other Strip property with a Tier-1 on-property nightclub can replicate. Convention attendees finishing a full conference day at CES, SEMA, [ASIS GSX](/conventions/asis-gsx) at the nearby LVCC, or a Venetian-hosted trade show are inside Tao Nightclub in under 10 minutes through the same building corridors — no rideshare, no hotel check-in to another property, no dead time. On nights when Tao is not the preferred option, XS Nightclub at Wynn is a 10-minute walk north and Zouk Nightclub at Resorts World is reachable in the same direction. The NoCoverVegas guest list covers all three venues, meaning convention travelers staying at The Venetian have credentialed access to the north Strip's top nightlife cluster from a single pre-trip sign-up.
Expert Tips
Insider Tips for Venetian / Palazzo Guests
Tao Nightclub guest list access through NoCoverVegas covers free entry for both men and women on most nights. The guest list operates Sunday through Friday, with Saturday as a reduced or paid-entry night depending on DJ booking. For Friday visits, the recommended arrival window is 10:30 PM to midnight — arriving before midnight ensures smooth entry through the guest list lane. For groups of four or more with men, the standard ratio requirement applies, so confirm your group composition with NoCoverVegas before the visit. Text 725-999-9293 the afternoon of your visit to confirm your names are added.
Tao Beach guest list reservations should be made at least the day before your planned pool visit. The beach club operates a separate reservation system from the nightclub, and Saturday guest list spots fill faster than other days due to headliner DJ bookings. Confirm your Tao Beach reservation on the morning of your planned visit to ensure your spot is held. The NoCoverVegas free limo service is available from off-Strip hotels to The Venetian for both Tao Beach afternoon visits and Tao Nightclub evening visits — combining the limo service with the guest list covers both transportation and entry costs for guests staying away from the Strip.
Tao Nightclub's busiest nights are Friday and Saturday, but the best guest experience is often on Thursday when the venue is less crowded, the staff is less rushed, and the DJ programming is equivalent in quality. Convention attendees staying at The Venetian Monday through Friday should prioritize Thursday night at Tao as the best single nightclub evening of the week — same production, fewer crowds, and an earlier last call that aligns better with a conference schedule.
The Tao dinner reservation does not automatically convert to nightclub admission. If you dine at Tao Asian Bistro and want to transition to the nightclub portion of the evening after 10:30 PM, confirm with your server when making your dinner reservation that your table transitions to club seating. Many tables in the dining area become standing lounge tables as the music shifts — get this confirmed in advance to avoid confusion at the door.
The Grand Canal Shoppes bars are significantly less crowded than the casino floor bars and the club itself, and they remain open until midnight or later on weekends. Groups who want to spend 30-45 minutes warming up before entering Tao can use the canal area bars as a quiet gathering point before moving to the club. The walk from the canal bars to the Tao entrance is under five minutes, making the timing transition easy.
When walking between The Venetian and Wynn and Encore at night, the Strip sidewalk is the most direct route, but the interior casino corridors are air-conditioned and require no street crossing. During Las Vegas summer months, the interior route through Treasure Island and then Wynn's casino access is substantially more comfortable than the outdoor Strip walk. Allow an extra few minutes for the interior route — it is navigable with Google Maps navigation once you are familiar with the property connections.
For convention attendees booking Tao Nightclub mid-week, the Sunday through Wednesday guest list through NoCoverVegas covers both men and women with no ratio requirements. These mid-week nights are significantly less crowded than Friday and Saturday, making them ideal for groups who want to experience Tao in a more relaxed environment. The mid-week programming often features resident DJs and local acts rather than international headliners, but the venue itself is the same and the experience is substantially more accessible.
The Venetian's pool complex at Canyon Ranch has 10 separate pools and is exclusively for hotel guests. Unlike Tao Beach, the hotel pools are not programmed as dayclubs and are available as a quiet retreat during daytime hours. Groups who want a low-key pool afternoon before a Tao nightclub evening should use the hotel pools during the day and transition to the dayclub or nightclub in the evening — the Venetian's size means both experiences are available on the same property without conflict.
MAGIC Las Vegas Fall 2026 (Aug 10–12) at the Las Vegas Convention Center is a 10-minute walk east of The Venetian along Sands Avenue, or a 5-minute Monorail ride from the Convention Center station. Fashion trade show attendees staying at The Venetian can walk to the LVCC for sessions and return directly to Tao Nightclub without rideshare at any point. See the [MAGIC Las Vegas Fall nightlife guide](/conventions/magic-las-vegas-fall) for Tao and Venetian-campus guest list access throughout the convention week.
Venetian / Palazzo Nightlife — Frequently Asked Questions
Does Tao Nightclub still have the famous giant Buddha?
Yes. The 20-foot reclining golden Buddha remains one of the most iconic decorative features in Las Vegas nightlife and is still the visual centerpiece of the main Tao space. The Buddha presides over the main bar area on a raised platform, visible from most sections of the venue. Surrounded by candles, draped fabric, and flower petals, the statue creates the theatrical, temple-inspired atmosphere that has defined Tao's brand since its 2005 opening. Groups visiting specifically for the aesthetic — not just the nightclub experience — consistently rank the visual environment as one of Las Vegas nightlife's most distinctive interiors.
How does Tao compare to XS Nightclub?
Tao Nightclub and XS Nightclub are both top-tier Las Vegas experiences but serve different priorities. XS at Wynn tends to prioritize scale, production, and celebrity DJ spectacle — it is a larger venue with a bigger sound system, bigger crowds, and bigger ticket prices for premium experiences. Tao offers a more intimate, aesthetically distinctive environment with a genuine restaurant history that adds dimension to the nightclub experience. Tao programs across hip-hop, open format, and dance music depending on the night. XS leans more strongly into electronic and EDM. For guests deciding between the two, Tao tends to be slightly more forgiving for mixed groups with varying nightlife preferences, while XS is ideal for guests seeking the top-end production experience.
Is The Venetian good for a convention nightlife experience?
The Venetian is the best hotel in Las Vegas for combining convention attendance with nightlife access. The Sands Expo and Venetian Convention Center attach directly to the hotel, meaning no transportation is needed between conference sessions and the evening. Tao Nightclub is within a five-minute walk of any convention space on the campus. After convention hours, The Venetian's location also puts Wynn and Encore and Resorts World within walking distance for groups who want to explore beyond Tao on multi-night stays. The hotel's large suites and full-service amenities make getting ready for an evening out after a day of conference sessions seamless.
What is Tao Beach's pool season in 2026?
Tao Beach Dayclub typically operates its pool season from approximately April through October, with peak programming during Memorial Day through Labor Day. Pool parties at Tao Beach run on weekends during the main season, with some Thursday programming during peak summer months. The beach club's capacity is smaller than Encore Beach Club or AYU, so it sells out more quickly on headliner weekends — book your guest list spot at least 24 hours in advance for any weekend Tao Beach visit. The NoCoverVegas calendar lists all Tao Beach DJ bookings and events so you can plan your visit around specific headliner appearances.
Can I see a show and go to Tao Nightclub in the same night?
Yes, and this is one of the best ways to structure a Venetian evening. The Grand Canal Shoppes area, the Venetian Theatre for shows, and Tao Nightclub are all on the same campus and walkable within 5-10 minutes of each other. Many guests structure their Venetian night as dinner at Tao Asian Bistro starting around 8 PM, a show at the Venetian Theatre ending by 10 PM, and then transitioning to Tao Nightclub as it reaches peak energy after 11 PM. This three-part evening — dinner, show, club — all happens without transportation and without leaving the property at any point.
Can I walk from The Venetian to other nightclubs?
Yes. The Venetian's mid-Strip location makes it one of the most walkable hotels for nightclub exploration. XS Nightclub and Encore Beach Club at Wynn are approximately 10 minutes north on the Strip. Zouk Nightclub at Resorts World is also reachable in about 10 minutes in the same direction. OMNIA Nightclub at Caesars Palace is roughly a 12-minute walk south. All of these destinations are accessible via the NoCoverVegas guest list, and free limo service is available from The Venetian to any venue — meaning guests who prefer not to walk have covered transportation included with their guest list access.
What are the bottle service prices at Tao Nightclub?
Tao Nightclub offers tiered bottle service packages organized by table location. Entry-level Silver tables start at approximately $550 for groups of up to four guests on Thursday and scale to approximately $3,000 for larger groups of up to 15 on Friday and Saturday. Main-room Gold tables carry minimums from approximately $1,300 for up to four guests to $4,000 for larger groups. Premium Platinum dance floor tables — the positions with the closest proximity to the DJ booth and stage — carry minimums of $3,000 to $5,000. Private Skybox sections are available at $1,500 to $2,000 for groups of up to 10 on Thursday through Saturday. Individual premium spirit bottles begin at approximately $600 to $700 per bottle. All pricing is before an 8% Nevada tax, a 20% service charge, and a 9% venue fee. The tiered structure means groups across a range of budgets can access bottle service at Tao — the Silver entry-level tables are among the lowest minimums at a Tier-1 Las Vegas nightclub — while Platinum dance floor positions are available for groups seeking the closest-to-stage experience at the premium end.
What is Tao Beach pool party pricing and when does it run in 2026?
Tao Beach Dayclub general admission through the NoCoverVegas guest list covers free entry to the main pool and standing areas around the stage on most operating days. The beach club runs its pool season from approximately April through October, with peak programming on Friday through Sunday during summer months. Daybed reservations at Tao Beach start at approximately $300 to $600 for standard sections depending on day of week and headliner bookings, while premium cabana sections carry higher minimums with dedicated attendant service. All daybed and cabana minimums apply toward alcohol and food orders at the venue. Tao Beach's capacity is intentionally smaller than Encore Beach Club or AYU Dayclub at Resorts World, creating a more intimate atmosphere — but it also means the venue sells out more quickly on headliner weekends than larger properties. Booking your guest list spot at least 24 hours in advance for any weekend visit is recommended, and cabana reservations for peak Saturday events should be made several weeks ahead. Current headliner bookings and daily Tao Beach programming can be verified via the NoCoverVegas event calendar or by texting 725-999-9293.
What suite options does The Venetian Resort have for nightlife groups?
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas is an all-suite hotel, meaning the standard guest room is a junior suite of approximately 650 to 720 square feet — substantially larger than the standard room at most Strip competitors. The adjacent Palazzo Tower offers extended suites beginning at approximately 750 square feet with separate living room configurations ideal for group pre-nightclub gatherings and getting ready. Premium suite categories include the Venezia Tower Suites and the Lux Suites, with presidential and penthouse configurations available at the highest tier for groups that require significant floor space for a pre-event gathering. The all-suite configuration is practically relevant for nightlife groups of four to eight: a 720-square-foot suite comfortably accommodates the group getting ready, having pre-nightclub drinks, and organizing before the walk to Tao Nightclub without the cramped logistics of standard hotel rooms. Suite guests also benefit from The Venetian's proximity — the walk from any tower to the Tao Nightclub entrance takes under five minutes through the casino floor, making last-minute returns to the room for forgotten items or costume changes feasible without impacting the group's evening timeline.
How does The Venetian's convention center connect to Tao Nightclub access?
The Venetian Resort incorporates the Venetian Expo (formerly the Sands Expo) and the Venetian Convention Center, which together form one of the largest convention campus footprints on the Strip. Convention attendees staying at The Venetian can transition from the final session of a conference day to Tao Nightclub in under 10 minutes without stepping outside — the walk through connected hotel corridors from the convention center to the club entrance requires no transportation or planning. The Las Vegas Convention Center itself is approximately 10 minutes east on foot, making The Venetian the Strip hotel with the shortest walking distance to LVCC among properties with a major on-property nightclub. For multi-day conference stays, the standard convention schedule — sessions running through 5 or 6 PM — naturally ends in time for dinner at Tao Asian Bistro before transitioning to the nightclub at 11 PM. Groups who attend both daytime conference programming and evening nightclub events without paying for transportation throughout find The Venetian's layout the most practical on the Strip for this combination, and the NoCoverVegas guest list handles entry at Tao while the free limo covers any off-property excursions during the multi-day stay.
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Venetian / Palazzo to Tao Beach— FAQ
How do I get from Venetian / Palazzo to Tao Beach?
Tao Beach is located inside The Venetian Resort & Palazzo. Walk directly from your hotel room through the casino to the venue entrance. No transportation needed.
Is there free entry to Tao Beach from Venetian / Palazzo?
Yes. Sign up for the NoCoverVegas guest list and get free entry to Tao Beach. Normal cover is $25–75. Women are free on guest list all night. Men are free before the cutoff time with an even gender ratio.
What should I wear to Tao Beach?
Tao Beach dress code: Upscale daylife attire required. Resort swimwear, bikinis, and fashion-forward cover-ups welcome. No tank tops, basketball shorts, team jerseys, baseball caps, robes, athletic wear, jeans, or torn clothing. Cover-ups required when transiting through The Venetian casino floor to the Tao Beach elevator. Swimwear is required for pool access.
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