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A Las Vegas bar, a wedding venue, and a Swedish hotel: How retired Boeing 747s are being turned into tourist attractions


Published on 2025-03-06 13:44:09 - Insider
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  • A Las Vegas entertainment venue took delivery of a 55-year-old Boeing 747 and plans to convert it into an immersive cocktail and dining experience.

The Boeing 747, once a symbol of luxury air travel, is being repurposed in innovative ways as its commercial use declines. In Las Vegas, a Boeing 747 is being transformed into a unique hotel and restaurant experience set to open in 2025. This project involves converting the aircraft into a multi-level venue where guests can dine in the former first-class section, now a high-end restaurant, and stay in rooms built within the plane's structure. The initiative not only provides a novel attraction for tourists but also reflects a broader trend of upcycling retired aircraft into new commercial ventures, showcasing the adaptability and enduring appeal of the iconic 747.

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