{"id":25792,"date":"2020-12-24T16:30:00","date_gmt":"2020-12-24T22:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.casino.org\/blog\/?p=25792"},"modified":"2024-01-26T04:50:16","modified_gmt":"2024-01-26T10:50:16","slug":"how-to-spend-time-at-a-casino-without-gambling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.casino.org\/blog\/how-to-spend-time-at-a-casino-without-gambling\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Spend Time At A Casino Without Gambling"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What\nelse can you do at a casino if you\u2019re not gambling? As it turns out\u2026a lot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nyou don\u2019t feel like pulling up a chair at the poker table or stopping by the\nslots, most casinos have more than enough activities and attractions to\nentertain even the most discerning of travelers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many casinos across the globe are now combined hotel complexes or resorts \u2014 and some particularly impressive examples<\/a> are the size of a shopping mall (or have one), an entertainment district, or even a small city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And\nthere\u2019s usually something for everyone, whether you\u2019re a foodie, spa aficionado\nor a shopaholic. Where else can you get galleries, restaurants, swimming pools\nand superstars all under one roof?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So,\nif you\u2019re wondering how you can turn a casino vacation into a trip for the\nwhole family, or want to mix your visit up with some fun away from the floor (when\nit\u2019s safe to do so, of course) \u2014 here\u2019s how you can spend time at a casino\nwithout gambling\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Eat Out<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Sushi\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s easy to dine around at casinos, which regularly serve up some of the best eateries in the world<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\nshould be spoilt for choice at any casino worth its salt, so why not go\nsomewhere different for each of your three meals a day? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Casinos usually cater for all budgets, with restaurants for high-rollers<\/a> and those who are a bit more budget conscious. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore\nthe endless food courts and sample something from every outlet during your\nstay, get your money\u2019s worth at one of the great value buffets or visit a fine\ndining restaurant for haute cuisine and world-famous chefs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Casinos\nwith a high-brow taste for gastronomy include Caesars Palace in Las Vegas and\nits two Michelin-starred French restaurant Guy Savoy, and Macau\u2019s three\nMichelin-starred Robuchon au Dome in the Grand Lisboa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nyou\u2019re all about options, The Venetian\u2019s Las Vegas and Macau outposts both have\nextensive offerings, where you can feast on everything from pizza to noodles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.\nHit The Bars<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re\nnot advocating spending all of your time with a drink in hand, or starring in\nyour own version of The Hangover<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But,\ncasinos often house some of the best and most unique watering holes in their\nhost city, offering plenty of venue variety, VIP hangouts, and probably their\nown range of signature drinks, which you won\u2019t be able to get anywhere else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bar\nhopping is a lot easier when it\u2019s all under one roof, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For\nexample, you could spend a few fun hours just exploring The Cosmopolitan of Las\nVegas, where you\u2019ll stumble across a themed barbershop bar, a bar dedicated to\nMexican mezcal and The Chandelier \u2014 a multi-level crystal-ensconced wonder that\ndoubles as an art exhibit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, if everyone else is kicking back at the craps<\/a> tables, why not put your feet up with a glass of Champagne, a cocktail, or a mocktail instead? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.\nGo To See A World-Class Show<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Acrobats<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mega\ncasinos and their often equally large entertainment venues often draw big names\nfrom showbiz. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Casinos\ncan be as attractive to top performers and touring shows as prestigious\ntheatres and arenas. And sometimes they can even hold more people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why not fill one or two of your evenings with a show \u2014 whether you\u2019re a fan magic<\/a>, musicals or comedy, there is bound to be something for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A\nquick internet search reveals a visit to the MGM Resorts in Vegas could\nentertain you with Cirque du Soleil packages and shows based around The\nBeatles, Michael Jackson and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\nmight not be Broadway, but it\u2019s close enough. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.\nListen To Live Music<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Singer\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Casinos also double up as great concert\nvenues and some of the biggest in the world are also home to facilities that\ncan house hundreds or thousands of seats for live music. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Portugal\u2019s casino Lisboa sets the standard with a rotating stage and flexible auditorium, but WinStar Casino<\/a> in Oklahoma knocks the ball out of the park with its 7,700-seater \u2018Colosseum\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re lucky, maybe you can be part of a\nstadium-size crowd watching the latest superstar perform a once-in-a-lifetime\nconcert. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or, if you prefer intimate gigs, there\u2019s\noften slightly more low-key live music in the lounges and bars. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5.\nStay Active<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Man<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Casinos\nare always expanding, with the big-guns regularly trying to outdo each other in\nthe size stakes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But\nspace must be filled, so you may find there\u2019s more to do on site than you first\nthought. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those who like to stretch their legs, examples of fun things to do at casinos include activity offerings as diverse as zip-lining and bowling  \u2014 both available at Foxwoods in Connecticut. Some Vegas arcades<\/a> even feature virtual reality activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While\ngolf, or access to local golf courses, often go hand-in-hand with casino trips,\ntoo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6.\nWatch Your Favorite Games On The Big Screen<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"People<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

If\nthere\u2019s a game you just can\u2019t miss, casinos are a great place to watch live\nsport. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From\nbig deal Super Bowl events and fight night specials to bars with giant HD TVs\nscreening the latest fixtures, news and highlights from the sporting sphere,\nyou\u2019ll be covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find\nthe best seat in the house, get those nachos and game snacks ordered, grab a\ncold beer and revel in the fact that you get to watch for \u2018free\u2019 \u2014 and in a\ngreat atmosphere. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plenty\nof casinos offer sportsbooks now, so it makes sense that patrons can watch the\nreal-world drama unfold alongside their bet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nTap at the MGM Grand takes sport seriously, and you can watch the action\nsurrounded by walls covered in memorabilia, and there\u2019s local brews and fried\ntreats to match, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

7.\nSoak Up The Unique Entertainment <\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Outlandish,\neye-catching, elaborate\u2026the top casinos in the world often like to make a\nstatement to set themselves apart from the competition and grab a few headlines\nwhile they\u2019re at it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This\nmeans you can get some pretty cool and unusual entertainment, and customers can\nbenefit as the big names in the gambling world try to outdo each other and\ndiversify. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re traveling to Macau, the Ponte 16 Macau casino is where you\u2019ll find an area dedicated solely to street performers and, if you\u2019re lucky, a unique \u2018gift gallery<\/a>\u2019 featuring curious items and souvenirs from around the globe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While,\nclose by at the City of Dreams and Wynn Macau resorts, you\u2019ll be dazzled by\nlive water theatre and a host of digital and visual art installations including\nan illuminated lake, \u2018Moon Jelly Aquarium\u2019, a rotating dragon and a color-changing\ntree.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some\nof these features are tourist attractions in their own right. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So\nmake sure to milk the novelty value, as there may be more to your destination\nthan meets the eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8.\nGo For A Swim<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Man<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

It\nmight not be the first thing you think of when visiting a casino, but plenty of\nestablishments have a pool, either alongside or as part of a hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So\ntake a dip, cool off and do a few laps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some casinos, such as 7 Clans Casino in Oklahoma, take the aquatic theme even further with an indoor waterpark<\/a> that boasts a 30 ft waterslide, and a 329 ft lazy river. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nyou\u2019re looking for children-friendly casino resorts, hitting the waves is great\nfor big and little kids alike, and a great way to let off steam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So\nbe sure to pack your swimwear and make a splash while everyone else stays on\nthe slots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Experience A Casino Club Night<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"People<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

No\ncasino is complete without a club. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winners, whales<\/a> and high-rollers often want to live the high-life and make the most of VIP perks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But,\neven if you\u2019re not into gambling, you can still enjoy an exclusive experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Encore at Wynn Las Vegas houses two famous venues in party-central Sin City, attracting celebrities and top DJs to its \u2018beach club\u2019 by the pool and the world-famous XS Nightclub<\/a> that grabs attention with its curved DJ booth, golden staircase and penchant for lasers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But clubs<\/a> aren\u2019t just for night owls either, as global gambling destinations are now peppered with day clubs, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pool\nparties and private cabanas with all the trimmings are just some of the ways\nyou can spend your day, before leaving to enjoy an early night. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

10.\nIndulge In Retail Therapy<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another\nstring casino complexes have added to their bows over the years is shopping. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\npatrons are going to gamble, they may well win and want to spend their\nwinnings, so why not spend them on site?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nyou\u2019re foregoing the gambling, you could easily fill a day with shopping at\nmost casinos. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nMGM Grand and its 25 shops, and Foxwoods\u2019 sprawling shopping center, are\nexamples of destinations with a retail offering to rival the best malls. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nyou don\u2019t want to splash the cash, it can be just as fun to treat yourself to a\nspot of window shopping, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11.\nTreat Yourself To Spa Time <\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Man<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

At\nworld-class casinos you\u2019ll usually find highly-rated hotels with first-rate,\nfull-service spas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Casino-goers\noften like to unwind after a big win (or loss), so take advantage of the top\nprofessionals and wellness facilities at your fingertips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nyou\u2019re not tempted by the idea of a massage, a mud bath or a body wrap, many\nspas offer a day pass for a decent price. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These\nwill usually give you access all areas to enjoy \u2018public\u2019 amenities like saunas,\nsteam rooms, hot tubs, whirlpools, gyms and relaxation lounges. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nyou\u2019re staying in a hotel with a spa, you may even be able to use its communal\nareas for a discounted price. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\nwould certainly be easy to while away a full day at somewhere like the Bellagio\nSpa & Salon, where you can pair your steam and sauna with hair and makeup\nsessions, and treatments from around the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

12.\nEnjoy The Arts And Culture<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"People<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Nope,\nwe\u2019re not joking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Casinos\ncan be some of the best places at which to soak up arts and culture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Often\nworks of art themselves, casinos are home to some extraordinary and famous\narchitecture (think The Venetian Macau, themed\naround Venice\u2019s canals). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s\nworth taking a tour if there is one, or simply strolling around yourself armed\nwith a floor-plan and a little history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nit\u2019s art that interests you and you\u2019re staying at a big-name casino, you\u2019re\nbound to stumble upon some fascinating collections, independent galleries and\neven rare originals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Money\nattracts high-end art and vice-versa, with the Casino Lisboa\u2019s contemporary art\ngallery, and The Bellagio\u2019s Fine Art Gallery and Picasso restaurant just some\nof the places culture vultures can get their fix. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quick\nTips For Non-Gamblers Heading To The Casino<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n