A casino is an establishment for certain types of gambling. Some casinos are standalone buildings, while others are combined with hotels, restaurants, retail shopping or other tourist attractions. Casinos often have security measures in place to prevent cheating or stealing by patrons or staff. These measures may include physical security forces and specialized surveillance departments. In some cases, casinos are also known for hosting live entertainment events like concerts or stand-up comedy.

A favored destination for casino goers and gamblers, Las Vegas offers a wide variety of gaming options and world-class dining and entertainment. The Crown is a premier entertainment destination in Australia, with a casino offering table games, electronic machines, a dedicated poker room, fine and casual restaurants, luxurious spas and captivating live performances. It is one of the top rated casinos in the world.

Despite the fact that some casino games have very poor odds (for example, Wheel of Fortune and slot machines), most patrons understand that their chances of winning are relatively low. In addition, the large amounts of money handled within a casino make it an attractive target for thieves. As a result, modern casino security is usually divided between a physical force that patrols the premises and a specialized surveillance department that operates the closed-circuit television system.

The most popular casino game is roulette, followed by blackjack and video poker. Some casinos offer a number of traditional Far Eastern games, such as sic bo, fan-tan and pai gow.