Casino Square (Place du Casino), Monte-Carlo: How to Visit and What to Do Nearby

Casino Square, the Place du Casino, is a landscaped plaza at the center of Monte-Carlo in Monaco, flanked by the Monte-Carlo Casino on one side and the Hôtel de Paris on the other. The casino, designed by Charles Garnier—the architect of the Paris Opéra—opened in 1863 and features an ornate Belle Époque atrium leading to gaming salons with painted ceilings, gilded columns, and stained glass. The square is lined with luxury car dealerships and is a regular parking spot for supercars. The Monaco Grand Prix Formula 1 circuit passes through Casino Square on race weekends in May. is just one of many options in Monte-Carlo. Major attractions worth considering include Hercules Port (Port d'Hercule), Japanese Garden (Le Jardin Japonais), and Larvotto Beach.