Italy Casinos: 4 Venues, Entry Fees, Dress Code and Age Limit

What comes to mind when you think of Italy? Authentic Italian food, scenic tourist destinations and Renaissance paintings are likely candidates, but Italy is also known for its elegant, historic casinos.

From a casino that claims to be the oldest in the world to venues with striking interiors, Italian casinos offer an experience closer to a social club than to the casinos of Asia or the US.

What You Will Learn

• There are no casinos in Rome or Milan. Italy’s casinos are in popular tourist destinations such as Venice and in resort towns.
• Some casinos charge an admission fee of €10–50, but minimum bets are low, at €2–5.
• Italian casinos tend to have strict dress codes, so avoid casual clothing.

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Features of Italian Casinos

A Traditional European Atmosphere

Italy has a long history stretching from ancient times through the Middle Ages to the modern era, and it is also known as the birthplace of the casino. Its historic, luxurious casinos draw gamblers from around the world, led by the Casinò di Venezia, which traces its origins to Il Ridotto, opened in 1638.

Some display historic paintings, and others are part of luxury hotels, giving them the feel of an elegant social club rather than a gaming hall. You can play while taking in a traditional European atmosphere.

There Are No Casinos in Rome or Milan

Italy’s major cities, such as Rome and Milan, have no casinos. The country has only four licensed casinos, located in popular tourist destinations such as Venice and in resort towns.

If you fly into Rome, you can continue to Venice or another casino city by train or by a connecting flight (Venice is served by Marco Polo Airport). Flight schedules change, so check with the airlines before you travel.

4 Recommended Casinos in Italy

Italy has four licensed casinos in operation, located in Venice, Saint-Vincent, Sanremo and Campione d’Italia. All four are covered below.

Casinò di Venezia

Set along a Venetian canal, the Casinò di Venezia traces its origins to Il Ridotto, opened in 1638, and claims to be the oldest casino in the world. It has a calm, refined atmosphere and attracts a well-dressed clientele.

Ca’ Vendramin Calergi

Ca’ Vendramin Calergi is one of Venice’s finest Renaissance buildings. It lies within 1 km of Piazza San Marco (St Mark’s Square), and visitors arriving on the Grand Canal can enter directly from the boat.

The Wagner Museum (Museo Wagner) occupies the lower floor and the Casinò di Venezia the floor above, so you can play while taking in the history of the building. Admission is €50, which includes €20 in gaming chips, a drink and a boat shuttle service.

Ca’ Noghera

Ca’ Noghera is an American-style casino located close to Venice Marco Polo Airport. It has a dress code, but it is the more casual of Venice’s two casino venues.

Alongside more than 550 slot machines, it offers standard table games such as roulette and blackjack. Its restaurant, which serves authentic Venetian cuisine, is also very popular. Admission is €10, and you receive €10 in chips to use on the games.

Saint-Vincent Resort & Casino

Saint-Vincent Resort & Casino is located in the spa town of Saint-Vincent. The five-star Grand Hotel Billia stands on the grounds and has direct access to the casino.

The casino itself, the Casinò de la Vallée, is very popular, with more than 40 poker tables and 70 gaming tables, one of the largest table counts in Europe. It also regularly hosts poker tournaments, which makes it a good choice for poker players.

Casinò di Sanremo

The Casinò di Sanremo is a municipal casino that opened in 1905 and is said to be the second-oldest casino in Italy. Its Art Nouveau building, designed by a French architect, is one of Sanremo’s best-known landmarks.

In addition to several hundred slot machines, blackjack and roulette, it offers chemin de fer, a staple of Italian casinos. Chemin de fer is a form of baccarat in which the players take turns acting as the banker. Check the rules posted at each table.

Casinò di Campione d’Italia

Campione d’Italia is an Italian exclave surrounded by Switzerland. Its casino, the Casinò di Campione d’Italia, is a municipal casino founded in 1917. It moved in 2007 into its current building, designed by Mario Botta (the casino closed in 2018 and reopened in 2022). It is always busy with players from both Switzerland and Italy.

Besides slot machines and the standard table games, it offers American games such as craps, as well as punto banco, a form of baccarat. Play is in Swiss francs (CHF), so it is convenient to exchange some euros for francs in advance.

Basic Information About Italian Casinos

Note: The information below is as of August 2026. Age limits, dress codes, admission fees and minimum bets may change, so check each casino’s official website before you travel.

Age Limit

As a rule, you must be 18 or older to enter a casino in Italy.

Italian casinos check ID at the entrance, and foreign visitors are usually asked for a passport rather than another form of ID. Always bring your passport with you.

Dress Code

European casinos are generally formal and often have fairly strict dress codes, and you can expect those in Italy to be especially strict.

Men will generally not be admitted in casual clothing. Some casinos accept smart casual, but avoid shorts and sneakers.

The rules for women are less strict, but many visitors dress smartly, so casual clothing may stand out. Dress appropriately before you head to the casino.

Each casino posts its dress rules on its official website. If you would rather not pack extra clothes, one option is to choose a hotel that lends jackets.

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Budget and Admission Fees

Some Italian casinos charge an admission fee. The amount ranges from €10 to €50 depending on the venue, so include it in your budget.

In some cases the fee is waived, for example for guests staying at a hotel in Venice, so check the casino’s official website for details.

Minimum bets at Italian casinos are often €2–5, much lower than in many other countries.

If you simply want to enjoy the casino, a budget of about €100 is enough. If you plan to settle in for longer sessions of baccarat or blackjack, allow several times that amount. Exchange rates change, so check the current rate before you travel.

Games You Can Play at Italian Casinos

Italian casinos offer a wide range of casino games, including slots, poker and table games.

Roulette

Roulette is a table game that even beginners can enjoy. The dealer spins the wheel and releases a ball, which comes to rest in one of the pockets numbered 0–36. All you do is bet on which number the ball will land on.

Betting on whether the ball lands on red or black is the best-known option, but you can also bet on a single number. A winning straight-up bet pays 35 to 1, so a $10 bet wins $350, and you get $360 back including your stake.

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Blackjack

In blackjack, the player and the dealer are each dealt cards, and the player’s hand total is compared with the dealer’s. You win if your total is closer to 21 than the dealer’s, but if your total goes over 21, you bust and lose.

You decide for yourself whether to take more cards, and much of the appeal lies in choosing between hitting to get closer to 21 and standing to avoid a bust.

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Poker

The main form of poker offered at Italian casinos is Texas Hold’em. Each player makes the best five-card hand from seven cards: their own two hole cards and five community cards.

Betting takes place over four rounds, and you win the pot if every other player folds or if you have the best hand at the showdown. The rules are not difficult, but the game rewards strategy, which has made it popular with players around the world.

Slots

Slots are simple to play: you press the Spin button and the reels stop on their own, so there is nothing else to do. This makes them easy for beginners to enjoy.

Jackpot slots in particular can produce a large payout from a bet of just a few euros. The chance of hitting the jackpot is very low, however, and as a result these machines tend to pay out less in regular play, so keep that in mind.

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Things to Keep in Mind When Playing at Italian Casinos

These points are not unique to Italy. They apply to casinos in any country.

• Taking photos or videos is prohibited (to prevent cheating)
• Leave anything that covers your face, such as sunglasses or hats, at the cloakroom before you enter
• Do not place personal belongings on the table
• Tipping is said to be less customary than in the US. If you do tip, place the tip on the table rather than handing it to the dealer

Local currency exchange offices sometimes offer poor rates. As an alternative, some casinos let you buy chips at the cashier with a credit card, but whether a fee applies varies by venue, so check in advance.

Follow the etiquette and rules, and enjoy the atmosphere of Italy’s historic casinos to the full.

Gambling in Italy Beyond Casinos

Gambling outside casinos is also popular in Italy, and betting of many kinds is part of everyday culture.

For example, licensed online casinos and sports betting sites are very popular in Italy, and bettors can wager on Serie A, Italy’s top professional soccer league. Many fans place a bet on the team they support before watching the match, which adds to the excitement of following the game.

Slot machines are also found in the neighborhood café-bars that are part of everyday Italian life, so betting is never far away. You can play for small amounts, but if you keep betting, the losses add up.

Summary: Italy’s Casinos Are in Tourist Destinations and Resorts, with an Elegant Atmosphere and Strict Dress Codes

Italy’s casinos are found in popular tourist destinations such as Venice and in resort towns such as Saint-Vincent and Sanremo.

Many of them have a long history. Casinò di Venezia in Venice traces its origins to Il Ridotto, which opened in 1638, and calls itself the world’s oldest casino, drawing enthusiasts from around the world.

Compared with casinos in Asia and the US, Italian casinos have a more formal, elegant atmosphere. Dress codes are strictly enforced, so pack a jacket for your trip and check the entry requirements and entrance fees on each casino’s official website before you go.