Casino Estoril is Europe's largest casino, inaugurated in 1931 in the glamorous coastal town of Estoril, located 18 kilometers from Lisbon in Portugal's Portuguese Riviera. Designed to rival Monte Carlo, it inspired author Ian Fleming's first James Bond novel, Casino Royale. The casino features 1,200 slot machines and 35 table games, along with the prestigious Salão Preto e Prata show and dining room with capacity for 1,000 guests. Additional amenities include a 350-seat auditorium for congresses and performances, an art gallery with exhibitions, and the acclaimed Chinese restaurant Estoril Mandarim. Open daily from 3:00 PM to 3:00 AM with free admission for visitors 18 and older.
