Monte Carlo - Casino Rules?

[RachieLnnn]

DH and I will be in Villefranche this November and were planning on taking a train to Monte Carlo - Monaco.

 

We both have an architectural background and were hoping to visit the Casino - we might play a game or two, but really just want to see the interior. :)

 

I see on the website that we will need to bring our passport and pay the 10 euro entrance fee, but I am not clear about the dress code. Here is what the website says: "Correct Dress Mandatory. No uniforms. Jacket recommended after 8 p.m."

 

Does anyone have any clear definition for "correct dress?" I am thinking perhaps nice trousers and blouse for myself, perhaps a blazer for DH? Would a dress be more appropriate for myself?

 

Thanks,

Rachel

[wwinfl91]

I know you couldn't go in even during the day in shorts in 2003. I suspect slacks for you would get you in during the day but a dress would probably fit in better at night. During the day I wouldn't think your husband would need a jacket but at night he would.

 

Have a great next cruise.

[andynapril]

We were just there a couple weeks ago. We were in our regular "sight-seeing" clothes & had no problem. I had on capris & my husband was wearing jeans & a tee-shirt. I pretty sure shorts are a no-no, but I think the key is "after 8pm". It's more strict in the evening. You also can't bring in cameras or take pictures. I thought it was worth the 10E & was a little surprised at the somewhat low limit on table games. Some were about 15E, but there were only a couple of tables open in the middle of the afternoon.

[RachieLnnn]

Thanks for the input! :)

 

Since it will be November, we'll plan on nice trousers and will save the nice (dark) jeans for other ports, just in case. We'll most likely bring blazers anyway (for warmth!), since the high is 61 deg. F and the low is 48 deg. F in November.

 

I just wanted to make sure we didn't need more semi-formal attire (a suit, dressy dress, etc.) I'm sure some people there will be wearing those things, but I rather not tour for the entire day wearing a dress and heels if I don't need to.

 

Thanks again,

Rachel

[Mike073]

Your passport will most probably be on the ship. We just gave them our Texas drivers' license and had no problem. They are concerned that you are of age and not a Monaco citizen. Citizens get so much government support they are not allowed in the Casino.

 

The above poster is correct about evening dress is more than tourist casual. Slacks and jacket seemed to be OK later in the evening.

[Fblack]

No Passport needed. Just pay the admission fee. Many people on our ship last year were disappointed. They said it was bit rundown inside and did not compare to most newer La Vegas casinos. No cameras allowed.

[CathyCruises]

FBlack, I take it you did not go to the casino, because, pardon me, this is the most inane assessment I have ever seen on these boards! The casino is stunningly beautiful inside and out, and most importantly, completely authentic--NOT Disneyland for the gambling set, with erupting volcanoes and pirate ship battles! For your shipmates, who I assume made these comments, to compare the casino in Monte Carlo with those in Las Vegas is the height of American ethnocentrism--grossly inaccurate, unfair, and just flat out ridiculous!

 

I am sorry if I have offended anyone, but COME ON!!!

[andynapril]

I can't see how anyone would describe it as "rundown". We were just there a couple weeks ago. It's gorgeous. I thought it was worth every Euro!

[Fblack]

Yes the architecture outside is beautiful. I only went in to the main lobby. I am just repeating what a number of other people said who paid to go inside. They said it was a not worth the price to go inside and look around. They said the Bellagio (and a few other nicer casinos in Las Vegas) are nicer.

[RachieLnnn]

Having an architectural education and background, seeing the interior of the casino is a MUST for us. We can't wait to see another of Garnier's jewels. He also did the Opéra in beautiful Paris.

 

There is nothing like seeing something in real-life that we learned about in architectural history class. :)

 

I was surprised to hear others describe "better" casinos in Las Vegas but dismissed the comment by assuming the person on your cruise who made the comment did not know if the historical impact and influence of Garnier's designs. There is no comparison to the Disney-esque casinos (replicas) built in Vegas and the real thing. It's kind of laughable :o which is why I didn't even respond to the comment. FBlack, I'm not denying what you heard from other people, but just that it won't apply to me - even though I highly doubt Monaco would let this building become "run-down", for us, even if it it was, 10 Euros is definitely worth the price of admission.

[Taxguy7]

Having an architectural education and background, seeing the interior of the casino is a MUST for us. We can't wait to see another of Garnier's jewels. He also did the Opéra in beautiful Paris.

 

There is nothing like seeing something in real-life that we learned about in architectural history class. :)

 

I was surprised to hear others describe "better" casinos in Las Vegas but dismissed the comment by assuming the person on your cruise who made the comment did not know if the historical impact and influence of Garnier's designs. There is no comparison to the Disney-esque casinos (replicas) built in Vegas and the real thing. It's kind of laughable :o which is why I didn't even respond to the comment. FBlack, I'm not denying what you heard from other people, but just that it won't apply to me - even though I highly doubt Monaco would let this building become "run-down", for us, even if it it was, 10 Euros is definitely worth the price of admission.

I was there in 1955 and it was known world-wide even then. Of course any Las Vegas casino would be fancier (in a flashy way).

I lost 1500 Francs!!!:eek: About $3.00 at that time.:)

[CDRMark]

Was there in late August.

No cost to enter the building; passport and ten Euros to enter the Casino proper. There is a video/slot machine room off the lobby for the locals. This is NOT the casino. By Las Vegas standards it is less Neon, more subdued elegance. This is comparing apples to elephants. It is magnificent in its own right. So is Bellagio in Las Vegas.

Cheers

Mark