Inside the Venetian in Macau.
Mention casinos and nine out of ten people will picture that glitz and glamour of the Vegas Strip, or the luxury and elegance of Monaco. Yet not all casinos are created equal and while I loved backpacking Monaco and Macau (for example), there are other curious options. Some make no attempts to go with the norm and end up being famous for their bizarre characteristics. You’ve been there and done that at the usual spots. So, why not try some of the most unusual casinos around?
Outside the Venetian in Macau.
Some can be found in the most peculiar and unexpected locations. Others have fascinating gambling history and myths surrounding their establishment. Visiting all these places is not easy, and once you get there you have to play – then try to win or at least not lose too much! To give you a bit of inspiration, let’s take a look at some of the most unusual casinos to add to your travel bucket list.
The Virtual Reality Casino
Since we’ve already mentioned virtual casino experiences, let’s start with something related, but a lot more extreme. You can visit a virtual reality casino, walk through the casino, see other players enjoying their games, and play games as you would in a land-based casino. If you’re an avid fan of online casino games, then you’ve probably guessed which casino we’re talking about— Slot Millions.
My winning ticket from the night I won money in a Casino in Macao!
You can enjoy more than 40 real money casino games, including popular slots like Starburst and Gonzo’s Quest. Multiple players can also play in the room at the same time and rub shoulders. If you don’t have a VR headset, you can still play using the 3D online casino application. Alternatively, on ukcasino.xyz you can find the best online platforms that offer the opportunity to play against real-life dealers, some places to practice before visiting in a real casino or a valid alternative for those who cannot travel the world.
The Basement Casino
What could be more unusual than not walking right onto the casino floor or heading upstairs, but going underground to play casino games in the basement? Well, you can do just that in the UK’s North Cadbury Court. The estate owners decided to diversify from weddings and events and renovated their basement into a fully-equipped casino. Thirty players at a time can enjoy Roulette, Poker, and Blackjack. However, to play in this casino, you have to hire out the entire venue. The famous Yanggakdo Hotel in Pyongyang also has a basement casino.
10 Nighttime Activities to do in Pyongyang – go to the casino.
The Casino in a Taxi
Most casinos allow their customers to play online casino games on the move via mobile sites and apps. Grosvenor Casino redefined mobile casino gaming with their casino in a taxi. In 2016, they launched a summer campaign where customers could play casino games in a black cab. The cab was modified to include a red felt blackjack table and a dealer. It also had a bar, sports events on the TV, as well as several online gambling options. It does seem that casino dynamite doesn’t come in smaller packages than this.
The Casino in a Puddle
In 1990, the Illinois legislature passed a law which required casinos to be located on riverboats that could be navigated on a body of water. In later years, they relaxed the rules to allow permanent structures to be built over water bodies. That’s when the Rivers Casino came up with the ingenious idea to create their own water body. The casino dug a shallow pit around the building, filled it with a few centimetres of water, and promptly became legal. Slots fans can try over a thousand games. If table games are your forte, then you can try close to 50 games, including Blackjack, Roulette, and Poker.
The Underground Casino
If the thought of playing casino games in the basement struck you as odd, how’d you like playing in an underground cave in the desert? That’s precisely what you’ll find in the Australian town of Coober Pedy. In the early 20th century, opal was found in the area, which often reached 40oC temperatures in the shade. Miners would, therefore, create dugout houses and stay in cooler temperatures underground. Today, you can visit the Desert Cave Hotel and escape the searing heat while you play slots – or pokies as they are known in Australia – in the underground casino. You can also chill in the underground bar and buy a few pieces of opal in the subterranean shopping arcade.
Casino Loyale
We took you into puddles, the virtual world, deserts, and taxis. One thing we can conclude is that people will always find a way to enjoy their favourite casino games. Now and again, someone comes up with a genius idea that piques the interest and excitement of gamblers the world over. So what will be the next weirdest casino in the world? We guess only time will tell.