Ok so this place is cool. Its got history. Yes it's run down. But it's OLD... There is plenty of cool stuff to do here and see. Especially for Vegas. It's unique and odd. I've read most of the reviews and the bad ones seem to be from uneducated, borderline ignorant people. First the buildings are original. It also sits on a historic trail through Nevada. As for the fee, it's 10 dollars. What do you expect to get? The MGM wasn't built on 10 dollars. So I'd say this place is doing well for no money. Furthermore to those whom say it's too expensive well yes if you come only 2 days (Mon & Tues) during the week the town is dark. Do your research it's clearly stated online! Also the fee is solely for the petting zoo... Yes it costs money to take care of animals, so you may not get a whole lot out of the "town" but you are mainly paying to pet the animals. As a Seaworld "lover" myself I'd say your 10 dollars is going far here!
In the end, do your research before going places. Parking is free! It's old cool, by the mountains, historic, and yes the BEST part is its not Vegas! If you want to sparkeling waterfalls pampering your rainbow attitudes while drinking and acting a fool, tossing millions away to pay your host GiGi's salary, Caesars Palace has rooms starting from 29.95...