Tennis

Tennis used to be a popular pastime in Vegas, but these days, buffs only have a couple of choices at hotels in town that have tennis courts.

Bally's (tel. 702/739-4111) has eight night-lit hard courts. Fees per hour start at $12 for guests and $20 for nonguests. Facilities include a pro shop. Hours vary seasonally. Reservations are advised.

The Flamingo Las Vegas (tel. 702/733-3444) has four outdoor hard courts (all lit for night play) and a pro shop. It's open to the public daily from 8am to 5pm. Rates are $12 per hour for guests, $20 per hour for nonguests. Lessons are available. Reservations are required.

In addition to hotels, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), Harmon Avenue just east of Swenson Street (tel. 702/895-0844), has a dozen courts (all lit for night play) that are open weekdays from 6am to 9:45pm, weekends 8am to 9pm. Rates are $5 per person per day.