There is nothing real or authentic about Downtown Vegas and the Fremont Experience.  It's just as gaudy and fake as the strip, but 10x more ugly and run-down.  The surrounding casinos are old and sad, featuring go-go dancers that look like they should have given up 15 years ago.  If you're young, fun, and want to be surrounded by other hot young fun people, best stick to the strip and pretend this place doesn't exist.