The 20 Best Las Vegas Casinos Everyone Should Visit

Las Vegas is famous the world over and synonymous with casinos and gambling. While there is a mind-boggling array of casinos in Vegas, they aren’t all the same. Each casino has carved out an identity for itself and attracts a certain crowd. This means that you can always find a casino to suit your tastes.

We have compiled a list of the 20 best casinos in Las Vegas.

1. The Venetian Resort & Casino

The Venetian gets its inspiration from the beautiful Italian city of Venice. Combined with The Palazzo, it forms the world’s second-largest hotel. The hotel includes life-size replicas of Venice’s top attractions, and gamblers get the pleasure of playing near the banks of a full-sized indoor canal!

Location: 3355 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada.

Main attraction: Take an authentic gondola ride along with the “Grand Canal” complete with a professional gondolier.

2. MGM Grand Las Vegas

The MGM Grand Las Vegas boasts a 153,000 square foot casino space with over 170 table games and 1,770 gaming machines. With over 5000 rooms, the MGM Grand Las Vegas is one of the biggest hotels in Las Vegas.

Location: 3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109, United States

Main attraction: A pool complex that covers over 6 acres including the Wet Republic Ultra Pool which regularly hosts massive DJ parties.

3. The Palazzo Resort Hotel & Casino

The Palazzo Resort Hotel & Casino is owned and operated by the Las Vegas Sands Corporation along with the Sands Convention Center and the adjoining Venetian Resort and Casino. The Palazzo is the second-largest building in the Western Hemisphere and the eleventh largest building in the world.

Location: 3325 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, United States

Main attraction: Car enthusiasts will love The Las Vegas Car Museum featuring some of the most iconic automakers including Saleen, Spyker, and Bugatti. The car museum is located inside the Dal Toro Restaurant.

4. Aria Resort & Casino

The Aria Resort and Casino has a total gaming space of 150,000 sq ft and has been described in Popular Mechanics as one of the most (if not the most) technologically advanced hotels ever built.

Location: 3730 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89158, United States

Main attraction: The 3,756 square feet Cirque du Soleil’s Gold Lounge is designed after Graceland, Elvis’ mansion.

5. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino is owned and operated by Caesars Entertainment Corporation, one of the biggest brands in the casino business. The casino here spans three acres and has a huge selection of table games, slots, and a sportsbook.

Location: 3667 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109, United States

Main attraction: Check out the Zappos Theater, the largest theatre on The Strip. It was voted among the “Best Concert Halls & Theaters in Las Vegas” in 2011.

6. New York-New York Hotel & Casino

As you might have guessed from the casino’s name, New York-New York Hotel & Casino is themed after New York City in the 1940s. The architecture is so convincing that the US Post Office issued a stamp that was supposed to show the actual Statue of Liberty but accidentally portrayed the replica statue at New York-New York.

Location: 3790 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109, United States

Main attraction: Take a thrilling ride on the 203 ft high Big Apple Coaster that travels throughout the hotel’s property.

7. Caesars Palace Las Vegas Hotel & Casino

Caesars Palace Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is one of the most iconic buildings in Las Vegas and brings the Roman Empire to life. Poker fans will appreciate the 24-hour poker room spanning 4,500 square-feet.

Location: 3570 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109, United States

Main attraction: The 4,296-seat Colosseum at Caesars Palace is a hotspot for entertainment and has hosted some of the biggest names in the industry including Celine Dion, Sir Elton John, Gloria Estefan, Cher, and even Barak Obama.

8. Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower

The Stratosphere Casino Hotel & Tower is an 80,000 sq ft casino with a wide variety of games including 1,500 video poker and slot machines, 50 table games, a sportsbook, and a poker room.

Location: 2000 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada 89104, United States

Main attraction: Experience a breathtaking view of Vegas at the tallest free-standing observation tower in the United States, the 1,149 ft-high Stratosphere Tower.

9: Bellagio Hotel & Casino

Bellagio resort is yet another iconic staple of Las Vegas, themed after the Italian town of Lake Como, Bellagio. The poker room at the Bellagio is frequented by some of the biggest names in professional poker and is famous for its high table limits.

Location: 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109, United States

Main attraction: The Fountains of Bellagio are mesmerizing for their sheer vastness. The water feature is synced to light and music and happens daily at regular intervals.

10. Excalibur Hotel & Casino

Excalibur Hotel and Casino is also a part of the MGM Resorts International. True to its name, (the property is named after King Arthur’s mythical sword) it features a castle façade and a medieval theme. The casino at Excalibur sits on a 100,000 sq ft space with more than 1,200 slots and numerous table games.

Location: 3850 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109, United States

Main attraction: Check out the Tournament of Kings held in the King Arthur’s Arena, a 925-seat amphitheater. The show features a medieval jousting tournament.

More of the Best Casinos in Las Vegas

If these 10 casinos aren’t enough for you, there are many more casinos in Las Vegas worth visiting. We have picked 10 more casinos worthy of a slot in your itinerary (no pun intended!).

11. Circus Circus Hotel & Casino
12. Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa
13. Monte Carlo Resort & Casino
14. Golden Nugget Casino
15. Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
16. Wynn Las Vegas
17. Mirage Hotel & Casino
18. Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
19. Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino
20. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

Compiling a list like this can be contentious since the best casino in Las Vegas is largely a matter of personal preference. All the same, these casinos are great picks and each one has something special and unique to offer.