Monte Carlo Casino

The Monte Carlo Casino is one of the most famous tourist attractions of Monaco. The casino complex is a gambling facility which also includes the Grand Théâtre de Monte Carlo, an opera and ballet house, and the headquarters of the Ballets de Monte Carlo. It is situated in the Monte Carlo quarter, although the citizens of Monaco are forbidden to enter the gaming rooms.

The casino is owned by the Société des Bains de Mer, a private company, in which the government holds a majority interest. This corporation also owns the principal hotels and clubs of the community that serve the tourist trade.

The Circuit de Monaco, the route of the Monaco Grand Prix runs past the casino.