A casino, or a gambling establishment, is a place where people can gamble. Casinos usually contain a variety of games of chance, such as poker, blackjack, roulette, baccarat, and craps. They also offer food and drink. Some casinos also have entertainment venues such as theatres and clubs.

Most casinos have security measures in place to deter cheating or stealing. These include cameras, which are located throughout the casino and can be manipulated by security personnel to focus on suspicious patrons. Some casinos have elaborate surveillance systems that give security staff an “eye-in-the-sky” view of the entire casino floor at once. These cameras can be focused on specific patrons and adjusted to focus on different table or window locations. The system can also record and store video for later review and analysis.

Because of the large amounts of money handled within a casino, both patrons and staff may be tempted to cheat or steal, either in collusion with each other or independently. In addition to cameras, casinos have other security measures in place. For example, table games have pit bosses and managers who keep an eye on patrons to make sure they are not committing any blatant violations such as palming, marking, or changing dice.

Some casinos have special rewards programs for frequent players, called comps. These may include free hotel rooms, meals, shows, or even limo service and airline tickets. Players can find out more about these programs by asking a casino employee or checking with the gaming information desk.