Some Oldest Casinos in the World

[Slow death]

no doubt that well managed brick and mortar casinos can stay operational for many, many years, on this list from what I can see these casinos are no longer operational, they are just part of the history of being the oldest casinos, but it would be great if we could having a list of the oldest casinos that are still operational today, because it would be a much more useful list and we could also analyze these casinos that have not had any problems with customers and governments and how they have evolved over the years and who the owners are

For example, I did a quick search and found this:

Ranking the Oldest Casinos Still Operating Today

Golden Gate Casino: has been active for 116 years

Monte Carlo Casino: has been active for 157 years

Kurhaus of Baden-Baden: has been active for 198 years

Spa Casino: has been active for 259 years

Casino di Venezia: has been active for 384 years

I believe people can still go play in these casinos, it would be a good experience if they can go there

[alastantiger]

Reading through this list these casinos are even older than some countries. I imagine what it would feel like to play in those casinos- the classic architectural edifice combines with a modern look would make it feel like a blast from the past while in the present.

While some of them have passed on to new owners some looks like they still remain in the family. It would indeed be a joy to play in one of  these casinos in my lifetime.

[dothebeats]

I'd love to go to that casino in Venezia just for the general feel of what's inside one of the oldest gambling establishments in the world. While I may not be spending money on them, at least I get to feel what other people of old felt when they stepped inside this casino. As for casinos being popular in Germany, it's surprising that a lot of their gamblers aren't really problematic and are just there to take a chance or have a good time.

[Vaskiy]

I'd love to go to that casino in Venezia just for the general feel of what's inside one of the oldest gambling establishments in the world. While I may not be spending money on them, at least I get to feel what other people of old felt when they stepped inside this casino. As for casinos being popular in Germany, it's surprising that a lot of their gamblers aren't really problematic and are just there to take a chance or have a good time.

It looks like Germany have got good number of old Casinos. There is not much of news coming out of Germany about problem gambling, which shows the people prefer gambling to spend time. Everyone wish to have a visit to the old casino, particularly I love Germany for some reason. I have a dream to visit Germany atleast once in my lifetime. To the list now I can add the old Casinos.

[AmoreJaz]

Reading through this list these casinos are even older than some countries. I imagine what it would feel like to play in those casinos- the classic architectural edifice combines with a modern look would make it feel like a blast from the past while in the present.

While some of them have passed on to new owners some looks like they still remain in the family. It would indeed be a joy to play in one of  these casinos in my lifetime.

and it goes to show that gambling has long been with us. it is like an innate form of human entertainment. so banning gambling activities in some countries won't pan out because it is already part of human nature.

[Wakate]

I am not surprised to see many of the old casinos in the world that had existed for so long and majority are still in existence till today because of how they have built there reputation which is what many of the new online casinos that are available now need to follow. Gamblers would always be ready to make bets if they are rest assured that there fund would not be lost or the casino could use any form of breaking there terms and conditions to attack the customer. So many bad casinos online now and that is why many of them don't last long.

[wxa7115]

I am not surprised to see many of the old casinos in the world that had existed for so long and majority are still in existence till today because of how they have built there reputation which is what many of the new online casinos that are available now need to follow. Gamblers would always be ready to make bets if they are rest assured that there fund would not be lost or the casino could use any form of breaking there terms and conditions to attack the customer. So many bad casinos online now and that is why many of them don't last long.

It is not like their traditional counterparts are any better despite the casino industry being one in which in theory the casinos cannot lose as they have a decisive advantage over the players, so you must not forget that a casino is still a business and if there is some sort of mismanagement at the top then they will go bankrupt.

And while the list presented by the OP is impressive, the list is also rather short, as most casinos which have existed over the years have failed for one reason or another.

[Strongkored]

There may be many older casinos that are still operating today but are not included in the list because of their unknown location or because their scope of use is not as large as the casinos above because gambling has existed for a long time and also doesn't only happen in Europe. Interestingly, the list of casinos are all in Europe and they are still in existence to this day, proving how going to a casino is such a fun thing, I'm sure not because people can have the opportunity to double their money there, but because gambling is also a way to get together and spend time together with friends and people we know and most likely also have a close relationship with.
And seeing that the old casino was still able to survive in an era where many have switched to online casinos because land base casinos provide different things that online casinos cannot provide, such as interacting with lots of people or also with dealers.

I think it wouldn't be a bad idea if we learn about some of the oldest casinos that has been around. It will surely be of benefit to you, maybe not today but someday.

I'm also sure not because this is just about the history about casinos that have been around for a long time and it's great that they are still able to maintain their business through many decades

[slapper]

This really feels like going back in time. While I think it's fascinating to read about these historic betting houses, I can't help but question if today's games don't have more shine. The deck is not affected by the wallpaper or the age of the chandeliers

Consider the contrast between a casino with a long and storied past and a flashy newbie in Las Vegas. For whom does this end? This is by no means a guaranteed thing. They both have the potential to turn you become a millionaire overnight, or to leave you penniless. Isn't it the thrill of taking a chance, the heart-stopping anticipation, and not the patina on the fittings, that makes them authentic?

What about virtual gambling establishments, then? They lack the tangible majesty of the real thing, but they offer the same enormous (or higher) payouts and the convenience of playing from the comfort of your own couch. That's hard to argue with, right?

[aioc]

[li]Casino di Venezia - Venice, Italy[/li][/list]

Opened in 1638, it is considered the oldest casino in the world. People still gamble here today. The casino changed its management several times and it is currently owned by the Casino di Venezia Gioco S.p.A. Even though the stately gaming house is almost 400 years old, it is one of the most technically modern casinos in the world. Over 5,000 m² of floor space await players with a large selection of slot machines and table games.

If I am an ardent casino goer I'll definitely want to visit this place and have a bet here and pride myself as one of the casino players that played in the oldest casino and have my picture taken in front of the oldest casino and will even take a deck card for souvenir coming from the oldest casino in the world, they have to keep up modernizing it and upgrading the facilities and they have to still retain the atmosphere of being the oldest casino in the world.

[Yatsan]

[li]Casino di Venezia - Venice, Italy[/li][/list]

Opened in 1638, it is considered the oldest casino in the world. People still gamble here today. The casino changed its management several times and it is currently owned by the Casino di Venezia Gioco S.p.A. Even though the stately gaming house is almost 400 years old, it is one of the most technically modern casinos in the world. Over 5,000 m² of floor space await players with a large selection of slot machines and table games.

If I am an ardent casino goer I'll definitely want to visit this place and have a bet here and pride myself as one of the casino players that played in the oldest casino and have my picture taken in front of the oldest casino and will even take a deck card for souvenir coming from the oldest casino in the world, they have to keep up modernizing it and upgrading the facilities and they have to still retain the atmosphere of being the oldest casino in the world.

If you are really into gambling then for sure you'd be interested personally making a visit in such places. But for casual players, they won't be that eager to invest time and to be entertained on such places. However if curiousity would be supported, things indeed has meaning. Visiting such places would help us realize how huge was the advancement took place in gambling industry, from the platforms to the games being offered. In terms of games, slots are of the same idea but have different combinations to come up with a win, likewise with graphical improvements especially with online platforms. On platforms, online gambling sites are emerging which gives further options to gamblers.

[retreat]

It is very interesting to see that these casinos are still open until now and the public can still visit them to be able to play. Even though the price to play in luxury places like this is quite expensive, for those who are curious about what it's like to play in a casino that is hundreds of years old it is definitely worth it. Hopefully a casino platform like this will be preserved and it will become a historic place that shows how gambling has been a part of society for hundreds of years.

[len01]

This proves that gambling has existed for a long time and has become a part of human life. Perhaps, there are other lists of casinos besides that list, and we don't know because gambling has existed since immemorial. Perhaps, gambling is as old as human civilization.

And now, gambling has progressed so much that what was once a traditional casino has become a modern form where we can play gambling through online casinos. This is thanks to technological developments where we don't need to come to a physical casino but just play gambling from home.

there are still many lists of the oldest casinos in various parts of the world where gambling has indeed become an activity like for fun in ancient times and if we want to find out the history of the oldest gambling in various countries, surely every country has almost had several famous gambling names in the past, although not too famous all over the world.
well, with this new era or the development of this technology that helps gamblers to reach it, it's easier to gamble, but for me it's actually more fun to gamble directly in certain places. but unfortunately the situation is not what it used to be and now many people gamble in the open, there are lots of distractions such as prohibitions or criminals after our money.

[piebeyb]

It is very interesting to see that these casinos are still open until now and the public can still visit them to be able to play. Even though the price to play in luxury places like this is quite expensive, for those who are curious about what it's like to play in a casino that is hundreds of years old it is definitely worth it. Hopefully a casino platform like this will be preserved and it will become a historic place that shows how gambling has been a part of society for hundreds of years.

The old casino that is included in the list of this thread will certainly be a vacation spot for gamblers because old casinos will always be a comfortable place for gamblers especially as it is a historical place, I have never been to an old casino anywhere but it looks like it would be interesting to visit to see how the casino system works they work and Is their system same as online casino.

I think the next time I'm on holiday abroad maybe I'll pay a visit to one of them and try to play a bit if it's still open and active, who knows maybe it's more fun than playing casino on your cell phone.

[dezoel]

Wow, that is a nice list, and I didn't know that there are still some land-based casinos out there that have been operational for about 400 years or so and are still running. I'm sure those old-fashioned rich people still go to these casinos and gamble with a cigar in their hand having a good time since the younger generations don't prefer land-based casinos these days.

Cryptocurrency and online gambling have become the favorite ways of gambling for most people of this generation since it provides a lot of conveniences like being able to gamble anytime, anywhere, and quick deposit and withdrawal times, etc.

[darewaller]

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• Casino di Venezia - Venice, Italy

Opened in 1638, it is considered the oldest casino in the world. People still gamble here today. The casino changed its management several times and it is currently owned by the Casino di Venezia Gioco S.p.A. Even though the stately gaming house is almost 400 years old, it is one of the most technically modern casinos in the world. Over 5,000 m² of floor space await players with a large selection of slot machines and table games.

^I believed this is the oldest one.
I remember this casino was filmed in the movie (Casino Royale) the 21st movie in the official James Bond film series.
I would love to visit this one of the oldest casinos which combines the excitement of gambling with the historical and cultural ambiance of Venice, making it a remarkable establishment that continues to captivate visitors from around the world. There is a question in my mind, is there a chance that they will adopt BTC as another way of payment?

Among the list yes but there might be others out there who didn't seen by the OP but 1638 is already a tough year and what is more surprising is that the casino is still here operating. Usually old casinos have closed down but if ever they survived, it's an advantage because new players will be easily attracted on them because they are more trusted than the newer ones.

I remember casino royale but I haven't watch the whole movie. This is a free advertisement for the casino for being featured in the film and aside from that, they might get a good amount of money for the movie to use the place. I don't think they will support Bitcoin anytime soon unless if BTC replace the traditional currency or become a legal tender in the whole world.

[Casdinyard]

This proves that gambling has existed for a long time and has become a part of human life. Perhaps, there are other lists of casinos besides that list, and we don't know because gambling has existed since immemorial. Perhaps, gambling is as old as human civilization.

And now, gambling has progressed so much that what was once a traditional casino has become a modern form where we can play gambling through online casinos. This is thanks to technological developments where we don't need to come to a physical casino but just play gambling from home.

There had been historical accounts of people from the early parts of our civilization gambling, or at least playing forms of games that would've become staple casino games in today's age. Baccarat for example has been in the historical texts as early as 1400s, with possibilities of it existing before strong due to the text's well-structured explanation of the game's mechanics and rules. So yeah, you can say that as soon as we started learning how to count, we also learned how to gamble in a much more structured way.

Wow, that is a nice list, and I didn't know that there are still some land-based casinos out there that have been operational for about 400 years or so and are still running. I'm sure those old-fashioned rich people still go to these casinos and gamble with a cigar in their hand having a good time since the younger generations don't prefer land-based casinos these days.

Cryptocurrency and online gambling have become the favorite ways of gambling for most people of this generation since it provides a lot of conveniences like being able to gamble anytime, anywhere, and quick deposit and withdrawal times, etc.

Pretty vivid picture you painted there my guy, really had me thinking of an Al Capone-looking old man toting a fat cigar on one hand with a set of cards in the other lmao. As for the lack of public traction nowadays, it's kind of their fault really. These boomers messed with the economy so bad most of us millenials-Gen Zs are left with Vietnam war flashbacks and so we learned how to thrift and be frugal, and to ultimately choose quality and convenience over luxury.

[qwertyup23]

Nice list but I think they are out of date right now in the era of Internet and online gambling and most likely they are only there for nostalgic old generation who have played in any of these casinos and I think the only casino standing the time are those from Las Vegas the capital of gambling,a city who never sleeps.The things these casinos can do to "compete" with online giants is to offer free meals and free drinks for anyone playing there which most likely they do now,as there are no other entices in order for people to be teased and to go there nowadays in our time.

Anyway they must be nice attraction to tourists visiting these cities and I would assume that they are now more of historical value rather than a lot of people to follow them and play there but anything can happen.

I do think that what separates an online vs a physical casino are the amenities and complementaries that you receive upon entering the establishment. You also get to feel the ambience and environment of a physical casino since you get to interact with everyone and experience the whole venue. Not to mention, they offer free foods and hotel suits once you get to spend an xxx amount of money during your stay.

Though this may be the case, I do agree that the era of entering physical casinos are slowly going obsolete due to the presence of thousands of online gambling website nowadays. Though there may be some people who still prefer visiting a physical casino, I still think that the dominance of online gambling websites would prevail in the near future.

[livingfree]

I have no interest on this type of trivia but after searching for some on the list, it fascinated me.

I believe that some of them are no longer in their original form and have to be reconstructed and renovated but, they've maintained the form. It makes me wonder that someday I'd like to pay a visit to one of them not to gamble but just to have a photo of their structure.

Thanks for this OP!

[wxa7115]

Nice list but I think they are out of date right now in the era of Internet and online gambling and most likely they are only there for nostalgic old generation who have played in any of these casinos and I think the only casino standing the time are those from Las Vegas the capital of gambling,a city who never sleeps.The things these casinos can do to "compete" with online giants is to offer free meals and free drinks for anyone playing there which most likely they do now,as there are no other entices in order for people to be teased and to go there nowadays in our time.

Anyway they must be nice attraction to tourists visiting these cities and I would assume that they are now more of historical value rather than a lot of people to follow them and play there but anything can happen.

I do think that what separates an online vs a physical casino are the amenities and complementaries that you receive upon entering the establishment. You also get to feel the ambience and environment of a physical casino since you get to interact with everyone and experience the whole venue. Not to mention, they offer free foods and hotel suits once you get to spend an xxx amount of money during your stay.

Though this may be the case, I do agree that the era of entering physical casinos are slowly going obsolete due to the presence of thousands of online gambling website nowadays. Though there may be some people who still prefer visiting a physical casino, I still think that the dominance of online gambling websites would prevail in the near future.

We are seeing something similar all over the world and with all kind of industries, an example of this is online shopping, years ago people liked going to the different shopping malls and spend their money there, but now people prefer the convenience of staying at their homes and buy whatever they need from the comfort of their homes.

And now gambling is going through a similar process, as instead of taking the time to go to their local casino now people prefer to gamble on their smartphones or computers.