A casino is a building that functions as a place to play games of chance for money. There are several types of casino games, including blackjack, poker, roulette, and slot machines. Some casinos also offer live entertainment and top-notch hotels and spas.

Casinos often use security measures to protect patrons. For example, many casinos have cameras that watch every table, window, and doorway. Some casinos have more elaborate surveillance systems that let security workers monitor the entire casino from a control room filled with banks of security monitors. Casinos also have rules to prevent cheating and stealing. For example, players must keep their cards visible at all times in card games. Casinos may have a staff of people who enforce these rules, but most casinos also rely on their patrons to cooperate with security personnel.

Something about gambling (perhaps the presence of large amounts of money) encourages people to try to cheat or steal, either in collusion or individually. For this reason, casinos spend a lot of time and money on security measures.

The casino at Aria in Las Vegas is a sleek, modern, and elegant facility with an impressive array of tables, slots, and other games. The hotel has a fine art collection and features restaurants led by celebrity chefs like Mario Carbone. The property has hosted a wide range of entertainers, from Frank Sinatra to Lady Gaga and the Rolling Stones. Its Circus Maximus Showroom has been home to residency shows by superstars such as Celine Dion, Elton John, and Rod Stewart.