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Sphere

176 people recommend, 54 warn against itvia r/LasVegas, r/vegas30 comments cited below

The comments cited below are a sample of the full tally across 53 threads.

What people say, in short

Some visitors call the Sphere incredible, and many who saw a concert there were impressed, with a number of them praising the sound. Many liked the Postcards from Earth film, though many found the film underwhelming and some did not think the Wizard of Oz version was worth it. Many find the steep stairs and escalators unsettling, and some find the lobby underwhelming. Visitors are split on whether it justifies a visit for the film alone, but on balance lean toward recommending it, especially for a concert.

Address

Sphere, 255 Sands Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89169

At a glance

Opinions divided
Yes
Known for
Postcards From Earth film, Concerts with its screen and sound, The Wizard of Oz version

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The evidence

Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.

  • Recommendsu/Maravilla_23 in r/LasVegas · Jan 2026

    Says the Sphere still impresses them.

  • Recommendsu/MrFenroh in r/vegas · May 2024uniqueness

    Describes the show as life-changing and unlike anything else; implies it's for people open to the tech.

  • Recommendsu/Extreme-Departure235 in r/LasVegas · Aug 2025

    Original post praises the venue as incredible but has a complaint about drinks there.

  • Recommendsu/ShowdownValue in r/LasVegas · Jan 2026uniqueness

    Calls the Sphere incredible and says videos and descriptions cannot convey what being there is like.

  • Recommendsu/itsanotherredditguy in r/vegas · Sep 2024uniqueness

    Names the Sphere as an answer to the question about Las Vegas-only attractions.

  • Mixedu/Lord-Zaltus in r/vegas · Aug 2024access

    First-time visit; found the stairs very steep and aisles narrow, though enjoyed the show.

  • Mixedu/fieldyfield in r/LasVegas · Nov 2023access

    Called the Postcard From Earth experience neat, but the steep escalators and seats felt unsettling.

  • Recommendsu/1track_mind in r/vegas · Oct 2026uniqueness

    Calls the Sphere their Vegas hidden gem.

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  • Recommendsu/ThePlurnalist in r/vegas · Jul 2025uniqueness

    First-hand fan review: says the Sphere suits this band's show well and recommends center seats for the best view.

  • Mixedu/Brad12d3 in r/LasVegas · Feb 2024

    Impressed by the video tech, but found the lobby oversold and ticket costs too steep for a short film.

  • Mixedu/ClerkEnough in r/vegas · Mar 2024

    Has a few incredible moments but is only okay overall; finds its environmental message hypocritical given the building's energy use.

  • Mixedu/MissScarlettRKD in r/LasVegas · Nov 2023crowds

    Had mixed views on it.

  • Caveatu/ZealousidealSite2648 in r/LasVegas · Feb 2024visit time

    Liked the film, but found the lobby gimmicky and arriving early a waste; construction nearby made the trip not worth it for a local.

  • Recommendsu/Knish_witch in r/LasVegas · Jul 2026uniqueness

    Found being inside the venue for the first time interesting and considers its operation impressive.

  • Recommendsu/B_Lv_702 in r/vegas · Mar 2024

    Calls the Sphere amazing; has only attended a concert there.

  • Recommendsu/Calculonx in r/LasVegas · Feb 2024uniqueness

    Enjoyed it despite expecting kitsch; the moment the image expanded to fill the whole screen impressed the crowd.

  • Recommendsu/jakeck in r/LasVegas · Feb 2024

    Loved a concert there: sound was top-notch for a venue, rumble seats were fun, visuals spectacular.

  • Recommendsu/BabygirlMarisa in r/LasVegas · Nov 2023

    Found it cool to visit, loved the Postcards film, and hopes for more music shows there.

  • Recommendsu/Spacely420 in r/vegas · Jul 2025uniqueness

    Saw a band there and would definitely go again; visuals are striking, though they'd only go for acts they like.

  • Recommendsu/6kred in r/LasVegas · Sep 2025

    Calls the Sphere pretty awesome.

  • Recommendsu/zx91zx91 in r/vegas · Sep 2024

    Strongly urges visiting the Sphere and calls the experience excellent.

  • Recommendsu/mynameisnotsparta in r/vegas · Apr 2024

    Includes a Sphere tour in its list of suggested activities.

  • Recommendsu/candynipples in r/vegas · Apr 2026

    Listed among first-trip highlights, alongside the Bellagio fountains.

  • Recommendsu/jsakic99 in r/LasVegas · Jul 2024

    Saw a U2 show there and was thoroughly impressed, especially by the sound.

  • Recommendsu/JimHeuer40 in r/vegas · May 2024

    Agrees with the review, saying the Postcards show was similar for them; the U2 show there ranks as their top concert.

  • Caveatu/Silodasilva in r/vegas · Jul 2025

    Thinks it's poor value overall.

  • Caveatu/gonzojester in r/vegas · Apr 2024

    Saw the Postcard show and found it merely okay, calling it underwhelming overall.

  • Caveatu/Guyappino in r/LasVegas · Aug 2025

    Says the venue caters to tourists and urges collective withholding of support to force a change.

  • Caveatu/cornyP00log in r/vegas · Jul 2025

    Warns to research seats before buying: rear lower-level seats have a heavily blocked view.

  • Caveatu/KindComplex3486 in r/LasVegas · Jul 2024access

    Complains about steep seating, a strict entry time, and a long walk around to get there.

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