Casino de Monte-Carlo
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The Belle Époque casino that made Monte-Carlo famous — worth seeing even if you never place a bet. Visit mornings (10:00-13:00, €20 including €10 to spend inside) for the architecture, or return after 14:00 to play. Caveat: it's a tourist crush on the square, and Monégasque citizens aren't allowed to gamble here.
Key facts
| Hours | Daily 10:00–13:00 Daily 14:00–23:59 |
|---|---|
| Price | $$$ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | Casino Gardens/Monte-Carlo bus stops (CAM lines 1, 2, 5, 6); Monaco-Monte-Carlo train station is a 10-minute walk |
| Time needed | 1-1.5 hours for the morning visit; evenings open-ended |
| Best time to go | Right at 10:00 opening for the heritage visit, or after dark when the square lights up |
| Last verified | July 12, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.4/10- Value7.0
- iconic9.0
- Freshness9.2
- Crowd level4.0
- Authenticity7.5
- Accessibility8.5
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need my passport to enter?
- Yes, a physical passport or EU national ID card is required — a photo on your phone won't do. They check everyone at the door, partly because Monégasque citizens are legally barred from gambling.
- When is the casino square least crowded?
- Early morning before 10:00 or late evening after the tour buses leave. Midday in summer is wall-to-wall phones. Golden hour is busy but the light on the facade is worth elbowing for.
- What's the dress code at the casino?
- Mornings are relaxed — t-shirts, shorts, and sneakers are fine. After 14:00 they expect smart attire, and jackets are appreciated in the evening in the private rooms. Beachwear never flies.
- Can kids visit the casino?
- Only on the morning heritage visit, where all ages are welcome (6-12 free). From 14:00 it's strictly 18+ for the gaming rooms. The square and gardens outside are family-friendly anytime.
- What's the minimum bet if I want to play?
- Slots start low — a few euros gets you playing, and your €10 entry credit covers a taste. Table minimums for roulette and blackjack are steeper, typically starting around €25-50 in the main rooms. Treat it as theatre with a cover charge.
- Is it worth going in, or should I just see the outside?
- If you love Belle Époque interiors, the morning visit is worth €20 (half of which you get back as credit). If you're indifferent to gilded ceilings, the free show on Place du Casino — the fountains, the supercars, the people-watching — honestly delivers most of the magic.
- How much does it cost to enter the Casino de Monte-Carlo?
- The morning visit is €20 for adults, €15 for ages 13-17, free for kids 6-12 — and your ticket includes €10 to spend on slots, the bar, or Le Salon Rose. Afternoon/evening gaming entry is charged separately at the door.
- Can I go inside the Monte-Carlo Casino without gambling?
- Yes — morning heritage visits run daily 10:00-13:00 (last entry 12:15) and are open to all ages. You wander the gilded gaming rooms before they open. Gaming resumes at 14:00, when it's adults-only with ID.
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