Reno's Top Casinos Walking Tour (Self Guided), Reno

"The world is a casino, and everyone's a gambler." These words by "Nick the Greek", one of the legends in gambling history of the United States, seem ever so true in Reno. Once the gambling capital of the US – up until the mid-20th century, when it handed the status over to Las Vegas, – this town still draws thousands of visitors each year, from all over the world, looking to try their luck.

Reno's gambling scene evolved over the years around the downtown area, primarily along Virginia Street. Numerous casinos line this street, offering a wide range of gaming options, including slot machines, table games like blackjack, roulette, craps, and poker rooms. Some of the most popular casinos in town include the Eldorado Resort Casino, featuring several award-winning restaurants and live entertainment, and the Silver Legacy Resort Casino, recognizable by its distinctive silver dome.

The upscale Atlantis Casino Resort Spa boasts a massive 60,000-plus-square-foot gaming floor where you can gamble every way you want “till you drop.”

Circus Circus Reno – this family-friendly resort and casino provides a fun and lively atmosphere for visitors of all ages. Alongside a mix of traditional and modern gaming options, here you will find carnival-style games, circus acts, and even an indoor amusement park.

In the evening, Reno turns into a town of lights and an exciting gambling adventure begins. It's worth noting that gambling is not all about how well you play the games, but rather about how well you handle your money. In a popular country song called "The Gambler," Kenny Rogers conveys the idea: "You gotta know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em, know when to walk away, and know when to run."

If you ever decide to make a splash in Reno, do it sensibly. And while losing your money is not a good thing, “losing yourself” (metaphorically speaking), as a tourist, isn't so bad – especially if you're led by this self-guided walking app.