Barbados lists 2 gaming venues in the iGaming.bet B2B directory, across 2 cities. Cities with the highest concentration of venues: Bridgetown (1), Garrison (1).
Gaming in Barbados
Barbados has a gaming market regulated by the Barbados Gambling Authority, under the Betting and Gaming Act. The island, which became a republic in November 2021 being the first parliamentary democracy to abandon the British monarchy without leaving the Commonwealth, has a consolidated tourism industry as the base of its services economy. Barbados is internationally known for Mount Gay rum, established in 1703 and the world oldest continuously operating rum distillery, and for being the birthplace of world-class cricket with figures like Sir Garfield Sobers. The Garrison Historic Area, including the Garrison Savannah Horse Racing Circuit, the Americas oldest continuously operating racetrack since 1845, was declared UNESCO World Heritage in 2011. Barbados casinos are mainly integrated into beach hotels in the Bridgetown, Christ Church and western beaches corridor.
FAQ
Are there casinos in Barbados?
Yes, Barbados has casinos integrated into major beach hotels on the Bridgetown, Christ Church and western beach corridor, regulated by the Barbados Gambling Authority under the Betting and Gaming Act. Barbados became a republic in November 2021, being the first parliamentary democracy to abandon the British monarchy without leaving the Commonwealth.
What is the minimum gambling age in Barbados?
The minimum age to enter and play at Barbados casinos is 18 years. Island gaming establishments are mainly integrated into beach hotels on the western coast corridor, accessible to international tourists visiting the island.
Is Garrison Savannah in Barbados a casino?
Garrison Savannah in Barbados is the Americas oldest continuously operating racetrack since 1845, not a casino in the traditional sense. It is part of the Garrison Historic Area declared UNESCO World Heritage in 2011. Horse racing bets at Garrison are one of the oldest gaming traditions in the Caribbean.
What currency do Barbados casinos use?
Barbados casinos operate mainly in Barbados dollars (BBD) and US dollars. The Barbados dollar has a fixed parity of 2 BBD per 1 USD, facilitating transactions for North American and European tourists visiting the island.
What is Barbados most famous rum?
Mount Gay Rum, established in 1703 in Barbados, is the world oldest continuously operating rum distillery and the island most emblematic rum. Barbados is considered the birthplace of Caribbean rum and Mount Gay is one of the most internationally recognized rum brands, with its Eclipse, XO and 1703 varieties as the most premium.