Oldest Las Vegas Casinos Still Operating

Historic Las Vegas Casinos Still in Operation

25 casinos ranked by year opened

Las Vegas has a rich gaming history stretching back decades. While many iconic casinos have been demolished to make way for modern mega-resorts, these historic properties continue to operate, preserving the classic Vegas spirit. Here are the oldest Las Vegas casinos still welcoming guests today.

#1
Golden Gate Hotel & Casino
Golden Gate Hotel & Casino
Downtown · $ · 4.0

Step into history at Golden Gate Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas's very first hotel and casino, operating since 1906.

1906
Year Opened
#2
Railroad Pass Casino
Railroad Pass Casino
Off-Strip · $ · 3.8

Nevada's oldest continuously operating casino since 1931, located at the historic railroad crossing between Las Vegas and Hoover Dam.

1931
Year Opened
#3
El Cortez Hotel & Casino
El Cortez Hotel & Casino
Downtown · $ · 3.9

Experience authentic vintage Vegas at El Cortez, the longest continuously operating casino in Las Vegas since 1941.

1941
Year Opened
#4
Flamingo Las Vegas
Flamingo Las Vegas
Strip · $$ · 4.0

Play where Vegas history began at Flamingo Las Vegas, the iconic resort opened by Bugsy Siegel in 1946.

1946
Year Opened
#5
Golden Nugget
Golden Nugget
Downtown · $$ · 4.5

Experience Downtown's crown jewel at Golden Nugget Las Vegas, the premier Fremont Street resort since 1946.

1946
Year Opened
#6
Binion's Gambling Hall
Binion's Gambling Hall
Downtown · $ · 3.9

Step into Vegas gambling history at Binion's Gambling Hall, the legendary Downtown casino founded by Benny Binion in 1951.

1951
Year Opened
#7
SAHARA Las Vegas
SAHARA Las Vegas
Strip · $$ · 4.2

Experience Vegas heritage reimagined at SAHARA Las Vegas, the legendary resort reborn with modern luxury.

1952
Year Opened
#8
Fremont Hotel & Casino
Fremont Hotel & Casino
Downtown · $ · 3.7

Play where Downtown legends are made at Fremont Hotel & Casino, a classic Fremont Street establishment since 1956.

1956
Year Opened
#9
Jerry's Nugget Casino
Jerry's Nugget Casino
Off-Strip · $ · 4.0

North Las Vegas legendary locals casino famous for the original Jerry's Nugget playing cards.

1964
Year Opened
#10
Skyline Hotel & Casino
Skyline Hotel & Casino
Off-Strip · $ · 3.3

Skyline Hotel & Casino is a charming locals casino on Boulder Highway in Henderson, offering one of the few remaining coin-operated slot machine experiences in the Las Vegas valley.

1964
Year Opened
#11
Caesars Palace
Caesars Palace
Strip · $$$ · 4.5

Experience legendary Las Vegas at Caesars Palace, the iconic Roman-themed resort that has defined Strip luxury since 1966.

1966
Year Opened
#12
Four Queens Hotel & Casino
Four Queens Hotel & Casino
Downtown · $ · 3.8

Play in the heart of Downtown at Four Queens Hotel & Casino, a classic Fremont Street property since 1966.

1966
Year Opened
#13
Circus Circus Hotel & Casino
Circus Circus Hotel & Casino
Strip · $ · 3.5

Create family memories at Circus Circus, the original family-friendly Las Vegas destination since 1968.

1968
Year Opened
#14
Ellis Island Casino & Brewery
Ellis Island Casino & Brewery
Off-Strip · $ · 4.2

Vegas's best-kept locals secret just steps behind Horseshoe.

1968
Year Opened
#15
Bighorn Casino
Bighorn Casino
Off-Strip · $ · 3.2

Bighorn Casino is a no-frills North Las Vegas locals casino on Lake Mead Boulevard, offering affordable gaming, dining, and a genuine neighborhood atmosphere.

1968
Year Opened
#16
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Off-Strip · $$ · 4.0

Experience legendary Vegas entertainment at Westgate Las Vegas, the iconic property where Elvis performed 636 consecutive sold-out shows.

1969
Year Opened
#17
Plaza Hotel & Casino
Plaza Hotel & Casino
Downtown · $ · 4.0

Stay at the iconic Plaza Hotel & Casino, the Downtown landmark at the head of Fremont Street since 1971.

1971
Year Opened
#18
Slots-A-Fun Casino
Slots-A-Fun Casino
Strip · $ · 3.2

Slots-A-Fun Casino is one of the smallest and most nostalgic casinos on the Las Vegas Strip, located adjacent to Circus Circus.

1971
Year Opened
#19
Harrah's Las Vegas
Harrah's Las Vegas
Strip · $$ · 3.9

Experience classic Vegas fun at Harrah's Las Vegas, a lively mid-Strip resort offering 2,530 rooms and energetic gaming atmosphere.

1973
Year Opened
#20
Horseshoe Las Vegas
Horseshoe Las Vegas
Strip · $$ · 4.0

Bet big at Horseshoe Las Vegas, the legendary gaming brand now operating the former Bally's property on the center Strip.

1973
Year Opened
#21
California Hotel & Casino
California Hotel & Casino
Downtown · $ · 4.0

Aloha from Downtown Las Vegas at the California Hotel & Casino, affectionately known as 'The Cal' and beloved by Hawaiian visitors since 1975.

1975
Year Opened
#22
Palace Station
Palace Station
Off-Strip · $ · 4.1

Experience locals' gaming at its finest at Palace Station, a popular off-Strip casino just minutes from the Strip.

1976
Year Opened
#23
Rainbow Club Casino
Rainbow Club Casino
Off-Strip · $ · 3.5

Rainbow Club Casino is a lively slots-only casino on Henderson's Water Street, known for paying out over $1.

1977
Year Opened
#24
Casino Royale
Casino Royale
Strip · $ · 3.8

Discover the best-kept budget secret on the Strip at Casino Royale, a no-frills gaming hall offering $3 blackjack, $1 beer, and prime center-Strip location between The Venetian and Harrah's.

1979
Year Opened
#25
Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling Hall
Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling Hall
Off-Strip · $ · 4.0

Western hospitality destination with stunning indoor park atrium, free laser light shows, 120,000 sq ft gaming, and 56-lane bowling center.

1979
Year Opened

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the oldest casino still operating in Las Vegas?
Several downtown casinos date back to the 1940s and 1950s, including Golden Gate (originally opened in 1906 as Hotel Nevada) and El Cortez, making them among the oldest continually operating casinos in Vegas.
Are old casinos worth visiting in Las Vegas?
Absolutely! Historic casinos offer a unique charm with vintage atmosphere, classic gaming, and often better odds and lower minimums than newer Strip properties. They're essential for experiencing authentic Vegas history.

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