Monte Carlo Casino Building
Historic Monaco casino and iconic Belle Époque landmark
A Belle Époque casino on Monaco's Place du Casino with ornate gaming rooms and a formal dress tradition; visitors come to tour interiors, gamble and photograph the historic façade.
Monte Carlo Casino at a Glance#
Address: Place du Casino, 98000 Monaco
Website: https://www.montecarlosbm.com/en/casino-de-monte-carlo
Hours: Casino gaming rooms typically open daily 2:00pm-4:00am (hours vary by room); public areas open earlier
Admission: Entry fee for non-residents €17 (varies by room and dress code); gaming and table minimums apply
About Monte Carlo Casino#
The Monte Carlo Casino is a 19th-century gambling and entertainment complex in the Monte Carlo quarter of Monaco, known for its historic architecture and association with luxury tourism. The complex includes gaming rooms, an opera house and gardens, and is operated by Monaco’s state-linked company for hospitality and casinos.
Key attractions are the ornate Salle Garnier theatre and the main gaming salons, which display period interior decoration and attract visitors for performances and the gaming experience. The casino building and gardens are a central element of Monte Carlo’s tourist district and are often visited for their architecture as well as for gaming.
The casino was constructed in the second half of the 19th century and became a principal revenue source for Monaco’s economy, influencing urban development in the district. It remains a regulated gambling venue with public shows and private gaming areas.
The complex sits on the Place du Casino in Monaco’s Monte Carlo district, immediately above the harbour and close to other luxury hotels and public gardens.
- Visitor rules: Non-resident visitors may be charged an entrance fee and are expected to follow a smart dress code in many gaming rooms.
What to See#
- Salle Garnier (opera house): The historic opera house and theatre hall within the casino complex, designed in a 19th-century Beaux-Arts style and frequently used for concerts and cultural events.
- Casino de Monte-Carlo gaming rooms: The public gaming rooms and salons where table games and slot machines operate under the casino’s management.
How to Get to Monte Carlo Casino#
The casino stands on Place du Casino in Monte Carlo, a 10-15 minute walk from Monaco-Ville and about 5 minutes on foot from the Monte-Carlo/Le Port train stop. Buses 1 and 2 circulate through the principality; taxis are plentiful but expensive. Parking nearby is limited.
Tips for Visiting Monte Carlo Casino#
- Arrive in the afternoon if planning to visit the Salle Métrique and salons - the gaming rooms open to tourists after 2:00pm and close late.
- Dress code is enforced: no shorts, no flip-flops; trousers and a collared shirt for men are recommended.
- Avoid the ground-level tourist queues by entering via the Hôtel de Paris side or booking a table at Café de Paris for guaranteed access.
- Do not photograph inside the gaming rooms; photography is strictly forbidden.
Best Time to Visit Monte Carlo Casino#
Visiting outside July-August and major racing events reduces crowds; late afternoon into evening is when the casino comes alive.
Weather & Climate near Monte Carlo Casino#
Monte Carlo Casino's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (796 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 6° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 4.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| February | Good | 6° - 12° | 7° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 4.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.3h |
| March | Good | 8° - 14° | 11° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 10° - 16° | 13° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.3h |
| May | Very Good | 14° - 20° | 17° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.5 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.5h |
| June | Excellent | 17° - 23° | 20° | 39 mm | some cloud | 77% | 3.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.2h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 26° | 23° | 16 mm | mostly sunny | 74% | 3.3 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 14.9h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 27° | 24° | 29 mm | mostly sunny | 73% | 3.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.8h |
| September | Excellent | 17° - 24° | 20° | 74 mm | some cloud | 72% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 13° - 20° | 16° | 130 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Good | 9° - 15° | 12° | 108 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 4.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |
| December | Good | 6° - 12° | 7° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 4.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
