Monte Carlo, located in the Principality of Monaco along the French Riviera, is hailed as one of the most luxurious and exquisite gambling destinations. The small spit of land that is Monte Carlo is home to only a few casinos, but they are world class, nonetheless.

Casino de Monte Carlo

Built in 1863 the Casino de Monte Carlo is definitely one of the most ornate and splendid casinos in the entire world. The architect, Charles Gaurnier of Paris Opera House fame, designed the building. Fantastic rooms adorned with almost overdone rococo styling, compared to contemporary tastes, offer varying types of mostly European style gaming. One of the more ornately styled rooms is exclusively reserved for European casino games, the traditional games of Monte Carlo. European and English Roulette, Punta Banco, Chemin de Fer and Banque a deux Tableaux are typical of the European games offered.

The Salle Blanche, the one room compromised for American gaming, houses the very modern state-of-the-art slot machines. The slots stand in sharp contrast to the lavish rococo details. Visitors to the Casino de Monte Carlo go for the spectacle, the games, and the experience of high European luxury down to the last detail. The Casino charges a significant entrance fee for each Salle.

Sun Casino

Sun Casino, built in 1975, is indicative of a shift away from European-style gaming toward the more popular American games. Sun Casino’s interiors have been recently restyled with Circus themes, typical of the early American big top style.

American games are popular in Sun Casino. In fact, this is one of the only casinos in Monte Carlo with poker tables.

Sporting Monte Carlo

The Sporting is perhaps the most contemporary casino in Monte Carlo. Constructed in the 1990’s it has been recently renovated to a more ultra-modern, ultra-hip look. The Sporting offers a combination of the best of European casino games and the popular American games, too. There are also private gambling salons for the elite.

The Café de Paris

Styled according to the influence of the Art Deco period of the 1930’s, the Café de Paris was originally called Café Divan. The Café boasts exclusive casino games, including more modern video poker and progressive slot machines.