Rolling the Dice: Exploring the Casino Culture of Ireland
The Ireland I know is home to bogs full of leprechauns and thick brogues. But when someone mentions casinos in Ireland, my mind conjures up images of green felt tables ringed by neon lights and the sounds of slot machines ringing through the air. It’s true that Irish culture has been deeply influenced by its history — and that includes gambling. So if you’re looking for some excitement during your next trip to Ireland, don’t miss out on these fun facts about casinos in Ireland!
The History of Casinos in Ireland
The history of casinos in Ireland dates back to 2002, when the first casino was opened in Dublin. The Dublin Casino was built on top of a disused railway station and has since become one of Ireland’s most popular attractions. The opening of this casino paved the way for further developments in gambling laws, which have allowed for more casinos to open up across the country.
Ireland’s current gambling laws allow for five different types of licenses: private membership clubs; pubs and bars; amusement arcades; bingo halls; and race tracks/greyhound stadiums (where horse racing is permitted).
Why Casinos?
In Ireland, casinos are a great way to spend an evening. They are fun and social, they offer the opportunity to relax and you can win money!
The first thing that should be said about casinos is that they’re not for everyone. If you don’t like gambling or if the idea of losing money makes your stomach turn, then this probably isn’t the place for you. However if those things sound appealing then why not give it a go? It’s likely that there’s at least one casino in Ireland where there will be a game or two available which suits your tastes perfectly (and there will always be something else nearby).
Casinos aren’t just about gambling either; there are often restaurants serving delicious food alongside bars serving drinks at reasonable prices so even if all else fails then at least there’ll still be somewhere nice nearby where people can hang out together without having spent too much money on themselves!
Where to Play?
The Shelbourne Hotel is a great place to start your casino adventure. It’s located in Dublin, so it’s easy to get to if you’re visiting from abroad or staying nearby. It has two floors of gaming tables and gaming machines, as well as an outdoor terrace where you can enjoy drinks while playing roulette or blackjack.
The Blackrock Castle Casino is another option for those who want a more intimate experience with their casino games. Located just outside of Dublin, this castle offers both live dealers and electronic versions of roulette, blackjack and other table games–as well as poker tournaments!
If you’re looking for something different than what these two locations offer (and if they’re too far away), there are many other options available near where you’ll be staying during your trip:
Booking a Table
Booking a table is easy. You can book online or by phone and the process takes just a few minutes. Alternatively, you can also book at the casino itself. There are many different types of games available so make sure you know what type of game you want before booking; roulette is usually one of them!
There will be minimum bets for each game with some being higher than others so make sure that your budget allows for this when deciding which table to play on.
You’re never too old for blackjack.
You’re never too old for blackjack.
Blackjack is a game of chance, but it’s also one of strategy. The rules are simple: players get dealt cards and try to beat the dealer by getting as close to 21 without going over. That’s it! It’s easy enough for kids to understand, but there’s plenty of room for adults–and even seniors–to enjoy themselves at the table. In fact, many casinos offer special promotions that cater specifically to senior citizens and other members of their community who want something more than slots or poker tournaments on their next vacation.
If you’ve never played before but would like some tips before heading out into town with friends or family members who enjoy gambling (or learning new things), check out these tips from professional players like Roger Federer himself:
Conclusion
All in all, I had a great time at the Roulette in Ireland. While it’s not for everyone, I think there’s something to be said about the experience of playing cards in an elegant setting with friends and strangers alike. If you’re ever in Ireland or nearby countries like Northern Ireland or Scotland, then consider checking out their local casinos!
