Largest casino in asia

Our rundown of the 5 biggest casinos in Asia, all of which can be found in the gambling hub of Macau.

Gambling is one of the oldest recreational activities in human history, and over the years it has grown into a multi-billion dollar industry. Casinos are now often found within immense resorts, which offer guests a multitude of activities, from live shows to spas and fitness centres.

Asia holds some of the biggest and most exquisite casino resorts in the world, especially Macau, which has grown to become the gambling capital of the world.

In fact, the five largest casinos in the whole of Asia are all located there. Read on to see which they are.

The Venetian Macau

Owned and operated by the casino giant Las Vegas Sands, The Venetian casino and hotel complex has 39 stories and spans a whopping 10,,00 square feet. It&#;s the largest casino in Asia and the second largest in the world.

Around half the facility is used for gaming alone. The property houses over gaming tables, over 2, slot machines as well as a selection of rare electronic table games such as Fast Action Baccarat and Dragon Tiger Fortune Spin.

The site also features shopping facilities, conference spaces and a 15, seat entertainment venue called the Cotai Arena.

Estrada da Baía de N. Senhora da Esperança, s/n, Taipa, Macao SAR

City of Dreams, Macau

Opposite The Venetian, you&#;ll find the City of Dreams casino complex, a modern casino resort operated by Melco Resorts and Entertainment Belle Corporation. At , square feet, it&#;s under half the size of its neighbour, but it doesn&#;t lack in its offerings.

The resort contains three separate casinos, which together offer around table games and over 1, slot machines, as well as VIP areas.

If you want more than gambling, the City of Dreams is a destination that offers something for everyone. The property also features four hotels, four spas, retail facilities including boutique shops, more than 30 bars and restaurants, a nightclub and a live water theatre.

Estr. do Istmo, Macao

Wynn Macau

The third-largest casino in Asia is the Wynn Resorts property in Macau at , square feet. With eight Forbes Five-Star awards, a night at Wynn Macau is a safe bet for flawless service.

The first Las Vegas-style integrated resort in Asia has approximately table games and slot machines. With various striking art pieces throughout the interior, Wynn is a casino like no other.

The site also features a shopping zone with big-name designer brands, an array of fine dining options and sophisticated bars, an art gallery, a pool and a spa.

MacaoR. Cidade de Sintra, MO Rua Cidade de Sintra NAPE

Ponte 16, Macau

Along the riverside in Macau&#;s Inner Harbour area, you&#;ll find the ,square-foot casino Ponte The gambling venue is operated by Sociedade de Jogos de Macau, the same operators of the world-famous Grand Lisboa.

If you come to gamble, you&#;ll find slots and video poker machines, table games in the mass gaming area, and two VIP rooms. You&#;ll also have your pick of seven restaurants and bars.

Other features of the site include a five-star French hotel with a pool, spa and fitness centre, as well as a kids&#; play centre, foot massage facility, a shopping zone with unusual finds from around the world and a performance zone.

R. do Visc. Paco de Arcos, Macao

Sands Macau

The Sands Macau gaming property is the fifth biggest in Asia, spanning , square feet. While it is operated by the same Las Vegas casino giant as The Venetian, this resort offers an entirely different experience.

In the casino, you&#;ll find around tables and over 1, slots. Dining options include fast-food chains such as McDonald&#;s and KFC, and you can also find bar venues onsite.

Other entertainment options include a spa and a theatre.

Largo de Monte Carlo, Macao

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