Monte Carlo Casino, Monaco: Visit, Dress Code & Prices

05/11/2026

The Monte Carlo Casino (Casino de Monte-Carlo) is the most famous casino in the world. It stands on the Place du Casino in the Monte Carlo district of Monaco, high above the Mediterranean Sea. The casino was built in the 1860s to save the princely family of Monaco from money problems. It was such a success that the whole area was named Monte Carlo, after Prince Charles III. In 1878–1879 the building was made larger by the architects Jules Dutrou and Charles Garnier, who also built the Paris Opera. Today the casino, together with the Monte Carlo Opera, is a symbol of luxury and the Belle Époque style.

What to See

From the outside, admire the white façade with its two towers, statues and decorations. Inside, the Atrium has marble columns and a high glass roof. The gaming rooms are full of gold, paintings, stained glass and chandeliers. You can see roulette, blackjack and poker tables and the famous Salle Europe. On the sea side is the Salle Garnier, the opera hall designed by Charles Garnier. In front of the casino there are pretty gardens with fountains, and on the square you can see the Hotel de Paris, the Café de Paris and many luxury cars. The square is also part of the track of the Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix.

How to Get There and Practical Information

The casino is a 15–20 minute walk from Monaco-Monte Carlo train station. Buses 1, 5 and 6 stop at Place du Casino, and there is an underground car park next to the building. In the morning, from 10:00 to 13:00, the casino is open for sightseeing visits with a smartphone guide. Children can join these visits, and you may take photos in some rooms. From 14:00 the gaming rooms are only for adults aged 18 and over. You must show a passport or EU ID card. A dress code applies: in the gaming rooms shorts, sportswear, trainers and beachwear are not allowed, and after 19:00 also no T-shirts. The Atrium and the boutique are free to enter.