Established
in 1863, the Casino de Monte-Carlo is the most famous
location in the world for roulette, poker and blackjack.
Despite competition from Las Vegas
and online casinos, Monte Carlo remains a firm favourite
for poker players the world over, with an annual
tournament that has the richest potential winnings
in Europe.
Set
in Casino
Square, Monte Carlo and her casino
oozes style and class, and remains a firm favourite
among Europe and the wider world's wealthy.
Adding to the glamour and legend
of the poker tables and the roulette wheels is that
Ian Fleming in his first James Bond book includes
it as a setting in Casino Royale, and the 1995 Bond
film Goldeneye includes it as one of the locations.
Just
outside are the wonderfully relaxing Casino
Gardens and the equally famous
Cafe de Paris offers
morning and afternoon teas and coffees, as well
as lunch.
The casino opens its doors at 2pm,
suitable attire is expected (jacket and tie, no
shorts or flip flops) and some form of ID, for example
a driving licence with photograph or passport is
requested upon admission. Military and religious
uniforms are not allowed. The current admission
price is 10 Euros.
If
you're visiting a casino to play blackjack, poker
or roulette make sure you visit Monte Carlo for
the best casino experience in the world!