A casino (or gambling house) is an establishment that offers a wide variety of games of chance and is open to the public. Some casinos also offer restaurants, bars and live entertainment. They are often combined with hotels, resorts or other tourist attractions. In the United States, there are over 1,000 casinos. Some cities are defined by their casinos, such as Las Vegas and Atlantic City, while others, such as Chicago, do not depend on them as much.

Some of the world’s most famous casinos are temples of temptation, decked out with opulent furnishings and overflowing bars where gambling is elevated to an art form. Whether you are feeling lucky or simply want to test your skills, here are 10 of the best places to throw down some chips and see what fate holds in store.

Casinos range from small, intimate venues to sprawling complexes that rival a small town in size. The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation’s Foxwoods resort, for example, contains not only the second-largest casino in America but 38 restaurants, two golf courses and an enclave of private villas complete with butler service.

Casinos can attract hardened dollar spinners and curious newbies alike, and many have starred in James Bond films, including the storied MGM Grand in Las Vegas which is famous for its poker rooms and hosts regular tournaments. Its gaming room features American roulette, blackjack and a number of table games, while the casino bar offers state-of-the-art facilities where you can flick a few coins on sports like American football, boxing and martial arts.