Place du Casino, Central square in Monte Carlo, Monaco.

Place du Casino is a square in Monte Carlo laid out in the 1860s by Charles Garnier, architect of the Paris Opera, in front of the Casino de Monte-Carlo. A circular fountain stands at its centre, and the surrounding buildings include the Hôtel de Paris, whose rotunda faces the square. The Salle Garnier opera house adjoins the casino.

The square took shape after François Blanc moved the casino here in 1863, following the concession granted by Charles III. The Salle Garnier, designed by Charles Garnier, opened in 1878 and gave the square its focal point. The Hôtel de Paris, opened in 1864, and the Café de Paris completed the ensemble around the fountain.

The square serves as a meeting point where people from around the world gather to experience the luxury and refined architecture that defines Monaco. Visitors observe expensive cars, fashionable individuals, and gain a sense of the principality's lifestyle.

The square is easy to reach on foot, and nearby underground parking offers direct elevator access to the area. Visitors should expect a well-dressed crowd and can explore the square at any time, though evenings tend to feel more active.

During the Monaco Grand Prix, Formula 1 cars race through this square at high speed as part of the street circuit. This dramatic shift from serene elegance to racing excitement once a year makes the location especially memorable for motorsport fans.