Caesars Magical Empire – Las Vegas History From The 1990s

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Before there was OMNIA Nightclub, and before there was PURE Nightclub, there was Caesars Magical Empire, an epic adventure of food and magic at Caesars Palace.

Check out the promo video of Caesars Magical Empire below. It played 24/7 outside of the box office.

Spirit Bar
Spirit Bar at Caesars Magical Empire

Caesars Magical Empire was amazing. It was fun for adults and kids alike. I remember my dad took me there several times. We never left disappointed. Bear in mind, this was also the same time frame when Caesars Palace had the Omnimax Theater. It was where the Colosseum sits right now. But that’s for another post.

For $125 to $200 per person, you got an experience of large stage illusions, a gourmet dinner, close-up magic, underground tunnels, an invisible pianist, and dancing fire. When you went to Caesars Magical Empire, it was a 3-hour event. So you definitely got your money’s worth.

Magical Flame
Magical Flame at Caesars Magical Empire

I remember going to as a kid and it’s all I wanted to do when we came to Las Vegas. I think my dad can vouch for that. It was a completely immersive environment that rivaled anything that Disney offered. In fact, looking back, it was very similar to the Indiana Jones ride at Disneyland, sans the moving trucks.

I was VERY disappointed when it closed. It seemed very successful and beloved by many. But, Las Vegas was evolving and an emerging nightlife scene was destined to take over the space.

Will something like this attraction ever happen again? I highly doubt it. I’m glad I was lucky enough to experience it.

Caesars Magical Empire
Caesars Magical Empire

About Caesars Magical Empire

Opening in 1996, Caesars Magical Empire at Caesars Palace was a three-hour “up close and personal” encounter with mysterious and delightful arts inside a high-tech, elaborately themed, multi-chambered wonderland, designed for visitors aged 12 and older.

Caesars Magical Empire coincided with the 1990s campaign to reinvent Las Vegas as a destination for family vacations, by creating attractions appropriate for children as well as adults. Caesars Magical Empire was an extravagantly themed immersive dining and entertainment experience.

Guests with ticketed reservations entered through the “Celestial Court” to the ”Chamber of Destiny,” which, through elaborate effects, appeared to be a magical elevator that transported them underground to “subterranean catacombs.”

In reality, the guests didn’t descend at all; the walls of the room were raised by a large electric winch, and the floor of the room was shaken by pneumatic actuators. “Roman gladiators” led the guests through winding dimly-lighted passages, assuring them of their safety, and then humorously pretending to have taken a wrong and dangerous turn.

The guests then arrived at the circular, domed, and ornately appointed Sanctorum Secorum, a central, 70-foot-high rotunda, from which other areas of the “Empire,” such as the mirrored “Infinity Hallway,” could be accessed. An audio-visual welcome from a heroic statue of Caesar was enhanced by music, a light show, and a 20-foot gas flame curling up from a fissure in the “rock.”

A large vase seemingly floating in space near a statue poured a continuous stream of water into a pool. The guests were next divided and escorted to ten dining chambers, each seating 24 persons. This gave Caesars Magical Empire a total of 240 guests at each seating.

One price included lunch or dinner, entertainment in the two theatres, and the entire Magical Empire experience. It operated continuously from early luncheon through late dinner hours.

Included with your ticket price:

  • A perilous excursion through dark catacombs near rippling aqueducts.
  • A three-course dinner in a 24-seat themed chamber where the food, the utensils, and even the food servers are not always what they seem.
  • A giant fireball poured from a grotto under a 70-foot-tall rotunda.
  • A vessel of constantly pouring water that floats in mid-air near a 48-foot-tall sage.
  • A piano that plays requests.
  • A bridge disaster on cue.
  • A beverage bar offering a panoramic view through the fangs of a giant dragon.
  • Two live entertainment theatres where guests may find themselves disappearing nightly.

About Caesars Palace

Looking for a luxurious stay in Las Vegas? Look no further than Caesars Palace – the ultimate destination for those seeking the ultimate Vegas experience. Located on the iconic Las Vegas Strip, Caesars Palace is home to celebrity-owned restaurants, upscale spa services, and seven sparkling swimming pools.

Each guest room at Caesars Palace boasts a flat-screen cable TV, as well as a private bathroom complete with free toiletries. Room service is also available 24/7 for your convenience.

Looking for dining options? Caesars Palace has you covered with a wide range of choices, including Gordon Ramsay’s Pub & Grill, Gordon Ramsay Hell’s Kitchen, Mr. Chow, Restaurant Guy Savoy, and Nobu. And don’t miss the famous 500-item Bacchanal Buffet or casual options like Beijing Noodle No. 9, all conveniently located on-site.

Ready to try your luck? Head to the Palace casino, featuring poker, slot machines, and table games. There’s also a race & sports book for sports enthusiasts. When it’s time to unwind, guests can enjoy specialty cocktails at Cleopatra’s Barge floating lounge or dance the night away at the Omnia nightclub.

For the ultimate in relaxation, make sure to visit the Qua Baths & Spa. You’ll find an extensive menu of massage, facials, and body treatments, as well as unique experiences like the Roman Bath hydrotherapy circuit and the Arctic Ice Room, where man-made snow falls on spa guests as they relax on heated benches.

It’s no wonder that Caesars Palace is a favorite among visitors to Las Vegas – independent reviews consistently rate it as the top spot to stay in the city. Book your stay today and experience all that Caesars Palace has to offer.

Learn more about Caesars Palace on their website.

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