A casino, also known as a gambling house or a gaming establishment, is an establishment where people can gamble by playing games of chance or skill. The most famous such establishments are the ones in Las Vegas, Nevada and Atlantic City, New Jersey, but there are casinos in many other places in the United States as well. Some are devoted exclusively to gambling while others have other entertainment features as well, such as restaurants or hotel rooms.

The legality of casino gambling varies by state, as do the minimum age requirements to play. In the US, most land-based casinos require players to be at least 21 years old in order to wager on slot titles or table games like poker and blackjack. However, some casinos have lower minimum ages, especially for online gambling.

While the concept of a casino is based on luck, there is also an element of skill in most games of chance. This is especially true for games such as roulette, craps, baccarat, and blackjack, where players can choose their bets carefully to maximize their chances of winning. In addition, there are often special tournaments for those who wish to test their skills against other players.

There are two full-service casinos in Rhode Island, both with a variety of games and other features. Twin River Casino, for example, is located in the northern part of the state, an easy drive from Providence and Boston. The other is Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort, or AMCR, which offers a variety of slots, table games, and poker and boasts a 650-seat bingo palace.