Luxor Las Vegas: Map, Layout, Inclinators, and the Tram to Mandalay Bay

Quick summary: Luxor's map is three connected buildings — a 30-story glass pyramid plus the East Tower and West Tower just to the north — sharing one casino. The Casino Level holds the gaming floor, the front desk, and the main restaurants. The Atrium Level above it holds Bodies, Titanic, Blue Man Group, HyperX Arena, and the food court. Pyramid rooms use angled “inclinator” elevators at the four corners; tower rooms use normal elevators. The free tram station to Excalibur and Mandalay Bay sits at the north end of the property.

Luxor opened in 1993 with one of the most distinctive shapes on the Strip: a 30-story glass pyramid with a sphinx at the door and a beam of light shooting straight up from the apex at night. What the pyramid silhouette doesn't tell you is that more than half of the hotel rooms aren't inside it. They're in two ziggurat-shaped towers added in 1996 and 1997, attached to the north side of the pyramid. That's the first thing to know about navigating Luxor: which building your room is actually in.

Once you know which building you're in, the rest of the property is straightforward. Two public levels, a clear north-south orientation, and a free tram out the back. Here's how it's organized.

How Luxor Is Laid Out

Luxor is built around three connected hotel buildings and two public levels. The buildings share one casino, one front desk, and one set of attractions, but they shape where you sleep and which elevator you ride.

The Pyramid. The 30-story glass pyramid is the original 1993 hotel and the part of Luxor everyone pictures. About 2,500 rooms line the inside walls, all reached by the inclinator elevators at the four corners. Each pyramid room has a slanted exterior window that follows the slope of the wall, with views out over the Strip or desert. The hallway outside the room opens onto an interior corridor that overlooks the central atrium, the largest hotel atrium in the world by volume. The sphinx replica out front is 106 feet tall and marks the south-end Strip entrance.

East Tower and West Tower. Two ziggurat-shaped, 22-story hotel towers added in 1996 and 1997, attached to the north side of the pyramid. Together they hold roughly 1,900 additional rooms. Both towers are reached through the casino: walk from the front desk toward the north end of the gaming floor into the tower lobby that matches your reservation. Tower elevators are normal vertical elevators, not inclinators. Always confirm your tower or pyramid assignment at check-in so you head for the right elevator bank.

Casino Level. The ground floor and the heart of navigation. About 65,000 square feet of gaming space, the main front desk, the sportsbook, Tender Steakhouse, Public House sports bar, and a few quick-service options. The Casino Level connects the pyramid (south side) to the East and West Tower elevators (north side), so any walk between your room and the Strip entrance crosses this floor.

Atrium Level. One floor above the Casino Level, accessible by escalators and elevators throughout the property. This is where Luxor stacks its non-gaming amenities: the Bodies and Titanic exhibitions, the Blue Man Group theater, HyperX Arena, the Discovering King Tut's Tomb exhibit, the Atrium Showroom (Carrot Top, Fantasy), and the food court. Most visitors come up here at least once during a stay, often without realizing they've switched floors — the escalators are right next to the casino floor.

Pool deck. Outdoors at the back of the property, with four pool sections across roughly 19,000 square feet of pool surface and one of the largest pool decks on the Strip. Reached through the dedicated pool corridor signed from the Casino Level.

North end — the connectors. Anything that goes somewhere else is on the north side. The tram station to Excalibur and Mandalay Bay, the indoor walkway to Excalibur, the rideshare pickup zone, and both tower lobbies all cluster on the north end. If you're leaving Luxor for almost any reason, you're heading north.

The Inclinator Elevators

Pyramid rooms can't use a normal elevator shaft. The pyramid has no straight vertical center; it slopes inward on all four sides. So instead of going up, Luxor's pyramid elevators ride at a 39-degree angle along the inside of the four corners, following the slope. They're called “inclinators,” and there are eight of them total — two at each corner.

What it feels like: a normal elevator with a slight sideways pull on start and stop. The cab is enclosed, with no glass and no view out. Slightly bumpier than a typical high-rise elevator, otherwise unremarkable.

Two things to know. First, inclinators serve pyramid rooms only. East Tower and West Tower guests use the regular vertical elevators in their tower's lobby. Second, inclinator access is restricted to guests, so you can't ride one without a key. If you want to see the pyramid's interior, head up to the Atrium Level instead and look straight up the sloped walls.

The Tram to Excalibur and Mandalay Bay

Luxor sits in the middle of a free tram route that connects three south-Strip MGM Resorts properties: Excalibur on the north end, Luxor in the middle, and Mandalay Bay on the south end.

Tram hours and frequency

The tram is free for everyone — you do not need to be a hotel guest. It runs roughly from 10 a.m. to midnight daily, with trains arriving every 3 to 7 minutes during operating hours. Hours can shift seasonally and during property events, so confirm with the bell desk if you're planning a late night.

Where the Luxor tram station is

At the north end of the property, on the back side facing Excalibur. From the Casino Level, walk past the front desk toward the north end, follow the signs for the tram, and exit through the valet area to the platform. From the pyramid side of the gaming floor near the Strip entrance, expect a several-minute indoor walk to reach it.

The two-track quirk. The tram runs on two parallel tracks. The western track is the local: all four stops, Excalibur North (at Tropicana & Las Vegas Boulevard) through Excalibur, Luxor, and Mandalay Bay. The eastern track is an express that only connects Mandalay Bay and Excalibur, skipping Luxor entirely. When both tracks run, your Luxor stop is served. When only one runs — common at off-peak hours — it's sometimes operated as the southbound express, meaning the train leaving Luxor for Mandalay Bay may pass through without stopping. The northbound return from Mandalay Bay does stop at Luxor.

What to do about it. If the southbound tram is running express past Luxor, walk the indoor connector via Mandalay Place instead — about 5 to 7 minutes from the casino floor. Or wait for the next train and confirm it's the local before boarding. Northbound is reliable. Full directions in the Mandalay Bay to Luxor walking guide.

Finding What You Need

Hotel Check-In

The main front desk is on the Casino Level, set against the north wall of the gaming floor between the pyramid and the tower entrances. Check your reservation before you head for an elevator: pyramid rooms route to the inclinators at the four pyramid corners; East Tower and West Tower rooms route north into separate tower lobbies. The two paths don't reconnect upstairs, so a wrong turn means coming back down to the casino.

Restaurants

Sit-down dining is mostly on the Casino Level. Tender Steakhouse is the property's flagship. Public House handles sports-bar service with a deep beer list and large screens. The Atrium Level holds the food court — Johnny Rockets, Nathan's Famous, Bonanno's Pizzeria, Backstage Deli, Starbucks — and additional grab-and-go counters. Always confirm whether a spot is on the Casino Level or up at the Atrium Level before you start walking; it's an easy way to lose ten minutes.

Shows and Attractions

The Atrium Level is the entertainment hub. Blue Man Group plays its long-running Las Vegas residency in the Blue Man Theater. Carrot Top performs in the Atrium Showroom; the topless show Fantasy uses the same room. America's Got Talent Presents Superstars Live is the property's newer production show. Bodies: The Exhibition and Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition are both on the Atrium Level and can be visited on the same ticket day. HyperX Arena, Luxor's 30,000-square-foot esports venue, is also up here.

Pools

Luxor's pool area sits outdoors at the back of the property and runs four separate pool sections across one of the largest pool decks in town. Access is through the dedicated pool corridor signed from the Casino Level. Pool hours are seasonal; check at the front desk for the current opening time.

Restrooms

Casino-floor restrooms cluster near the sportsbook on the south side and near the food court entrance on the north side. Atrium Level restrooms sit near the food court and near the show theaters. Tower-side restrooms tend to be quieter than pyramid-side restrooms, especially on event nights.

Exits, Parking, and Rideshare

The main Strip-facing entrance is at the south end of the pyramid, beneath the sphinx replica. The north entrance faces Excalibur and the towers, and is where the indoor walkway to Excalibur and the tram station begin. Self-parking sits in an attached garage with a connecting bridge that brings you in at the Atrium Level — useful if you're here mainly for Bodies, Titanic, or a show. Valet is at the main porte cochère. Rideshare pickup for Uber and Lyft is at the north entrance near the towers, at the start of the walkway to Excalibur — a different spot than the main porte cochère. Drop-offs typically use the main entrance.

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Common Navigation Mistakes

Assuming your room is in the pyramid. Roughly 4 in 10 Luxor rooms are actually in the East Tower or West Tower, which are reached through the casino on the north end of the property. Walking to the pyramid corners only to find your inclinator key card doesn't work means a long walk back through the casino. Confirm your tower or pyramid assignment at check-in.

Looking for the tram on the pyramid side. The sphinx-side entrance faces the Strip, but the tram station sits at the opposite end of the property. From the pyramid side of the casino floor, plan on a several-minute indoor walk before you board.

Trusting that the southbound tram will stop at Luxor. The two-track express system means the tram leaving Luxor for Mandalay Bay sometimes runs through without stopping at this station in that direction, especially during off-peak hours. The northbound tram from Mandalay Bay back to Luxor stops normally. If a tram skips you, the next train along will be the local.

Defaulting to the main porte cochère for Uber. Rideshare pickup is at the north entrance, near the towers and the Excalibur walkway — not the main Strip-side porte cochère where valet runs. Walking to the wrong spot is the most common rideshare delay at Luxor.

Getting to Nearby Casinos

To Mandalay Bay: Free tram from the Luxor station, about 2 to 3 minutes when running local. If the tram is running express in the southbound direction, take the indoor walkway via Mandalay Place — 5 to 7 minutes from the casino floor, climate-controlled the whole way. See the full Mandalay Bay to Luxor walking guide.

To Excalibur: Two options, both indoors. The enclosed, climate-controlled walkway connects the north end of Luxor directly into Excalibur in about 5 minutes. Or take the tram one stop north. The walkway is usually faster end-to-end because you skip the wait, and it deposits you closer to Excalibur's main casino floor. The walkway is all on ramps, so it's scooter- and stroller-friendly.

To MGM Grand: The fastest route is the tram up to Excalibur, then the elevated pedestrian bridges at the Tropicana Avenue and Las Vegas Boulevard intersection over to MGM Grand. Total time 12 to 18 minutes. Note that some bridges around this intersection have been affected by demolition and construction near the former Tropicana site, so check signage on arrival. For more south-Strip walking distances, see our guide to walking the Las Vegas Strip.

To the rest of the Strip: The tram goes only as far north as Excalibur. Beyond that, your options are the Strip sidewalk, a rideshare from the north entrance, or the Las Vegas Monorail (nearest station: MGM Grand). For more options, see our guide to getting around Las Vegas.

Navigation Tips

North means out, south means in. The Strip-facing pyramid entrance and most of the gaming floor are on the south side. Everything that goes somewhere else — tram, walkway to Excalibur, rideshare, tower elevators — is on the north side. Once you orient north and south, the property reads simply.

Park at the garage and enter via the Atrium Level. If you're visiting Luxor for Bodies, Titanic, a show, or HyperX Arena rather than gambling, the self-parking garage on the east side connects directly into the Atrium Level. You skip the casino floor entirely and arrive a few feet from the attraction box offices.

Confirm the tram direction before you board. If both tracks are running, you can take either — the western local stops at Luxor southbound, the eastern express goes straight to Mandalay Bay. If only one track is running and the platform attendant tells you it's express to Mandalay Bay, walk through Mandalay Place instead of waiting.

Pyramid versus tower is a real choice when you book. Pyramid rooms are the Luxor experience: slanted exterior window, atrium-overlooking hallway, the inclinator commute. Tower rooms are larger, quieter, and closer to the front desk and tram. Book the pyramid for the architecture; book a tower for a normal hotel stay with the Luxor location.

Bottom line: if you've never stayed at Luxor before, book a pyramid room once for the slanted-window view and the inclinator ride. After that, the towers are the more comfortable everyday choice.

Facts in this guide (room counts, square footage, pyramid dimensions, tram routing, inclinator angle) are drawn from Luxor / MGM Resorts public materials and the Wikipedia entry on Luxor Las Vegas, cross-checked against the Mandalay Bay Tram Wikipedia entry, Las Vegas Advisor, and on-the-ground reporting. Last verified: May 2026. Tram hours and rideshare pickup zones can change; confirm with the bell desk before relying on a late-night ride.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Luxor Las Vegas laid out?

Luxor has three connected hotel sections: a 30-story glass pyramid on the south end, plus two 22-story ziggurat-shaped towers (East Tower and West Tower) added just north of the pyramid in 1996 and 1997. The Casino Level holds the gaming floor, the front desk, and several restaurants. One level above is the Atrium Level, which holds Bodies, Titanic, Blue Man Group, HyperX Arena, and the food court. Pyramid rooms are reached by inclinator elevators that travel at a 39-degree angle along the four corners; East and West Tower rooms use conventional vertical elevators.

What are the inclinator elevators at Luxor?

The inclinators are Luxor's signature elevators. Because the pyramid has sloped sides, eight elevators travel up the four corners at a 39-degree angle instead of straight up. There are two inclinators at each corner of the pyramid. They feel like a regular elevator with a slight sideways pull on start and stop, and the cab has no windows. Inclinators serve pyramid rooms only. Rooms in the East and West Towers use conventional vertical elevators in the tower lobbies.

How does the tram from Luxor to Mandalay Bay and Excalibur work?

The free Excalibur–Luxor–Mandalay Bay tram runs along the back of the three properties with four stations: Excalibur North, Excalibur, Luxor, and Mandalay Bay. The tram operates roughly 10 a.m. to midnight daily and arrives every few minutes. Two parallel tracks run side by side: the western track stops at all four stations, while the eastern track is an express that skips Luxor and only connects Mandalay Bay and Excalibur. If you are heading from Luxor south to Mandalay Bay and only one tram is running, it may be running express and skipping the Luxor stop in that direction. The Luxor station is at the north end of the property, near the main casino entrance and the indoor walkway to Excalibur.

What are the Luxor tram hours?

The free Excalibur–Luxor–Mandalay Bay tram runs roughly 10 a.m. to midnight daily, with trains arriving every 3 to 7 minutes during operating hours. Hours can shift seasonally and during property events, so confirm with the Luxor bell desk if you are planning to ride late at night.

Where is the tram at Luxor?

The Luxor tram station is at the north end of the property, on the side that faces Excalibur. From the Casino Level, walk past the front desk toward the Excalibur connector and follow the tram signs out through the valet area to the platform. The tram station is not on the pyramid side near the Strip entrance; from there, expect a several-minute indoor walk across the property to reach it.

Where do rideshares pick up at Luxor?

Uber and Lyft pick up at Luxor's north entrance, on the side closest to the East and West Towers and at the start of the indoor walkway to Excalibur. This is not the main Strip-facing porte cochère. Drop-offs typically use the main entrance. Pickup zones at MGM Resorts properties can move with little notice, so confirm the current spot in your rideshare app or with a bell desk attendant.

Where is Luxor Las Vegas located?

Luxor is at 3900 South Las Vegas Boulevard on the south Strip, between Excalibur to the north and Mandalay Bay to the south. All three properties are connected by a free tram and an indoor walkway, which makes Luxor one of the easier south-Strip casinos to reach without ever stepping outside.

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