Casino Victoria Plaza

Montevideo, Uruguay

About the casino

Casino Victoria Plaza is one of Montevideo's most important state casinos, with a unique location on Plaza Independencia, the civic and symbolic heart of Uruguay. The square concentrates the capital's most emblematic landmarks: the equestrian statue of José Gervasio Artigas above the vault housing his remains, the Palacio Salvo, an icon of Río de la Plata art deco, and the Presidential Palace building. No other Uruguayan casino can claim a location of such historical and symbolic weight.

Hotel Victoria Plaza and its architectural legacy

The casino is located within Hotel Victoria Plaza, one of Montevideo's most historically significant hotels. The building, a skyscraper built in the 1950s, dominated the capital's skyline for decades and was at the time Uruguay's tallest hotel. Its location at the exact point where Ciudad Vieja and Montevideo's Centro converge makes it the natural starting point for exploring both the historic district and the promenades and commercial axis of the city.

Gaming offer and visitor convenience

The casino operates as a state establishment under the General Directorate of Casinos (DGC), under Uruguay's Ministry of Economy and Finance. The gaming floor offers slot machines, roulette, blackjack and punto banco. Its location makes it the natural starting point for Montevideo's evening for visitors combining dinner at Mercado del Puerto or Ciudad Vieja with casino entertainment, all without needing transport.

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Contact information

Location

-34.9063, -56.1916 — Google Maps

FAQ

Where is Casino Victoria Plaza in Montevideo?

Casino Victoria Plaza is integrated into Radisson Montevideo Hotel on Plaza Independencia, Montevideo most emblematic square and the Uruguayan capital historical heart. Plaza Independencia has at its center the General Artigas Mausoleum, Palacio Salvo — Uruguay most iconic building — and the entrance to Ciudad Vieja, the Montevideo colonial historic center.

Is Casino Victoria Plaza owned by the Uruguayan State?

Yes, Casino Victoria Plaza is operated by the Uruguayan Directorate General of Casinos, being one of the four complete casinos in the state network. It is the highest-level and most tourist-accessible State casino in Montevideo, integrated into the Plaza Independencia Radisson Hotel.

What is at Plaza Independencia in Montevideo?

Plaza Independencia is Montevideo most important meeting point, flanked by Palacio Salvo — built in 1928 and South America tallest building for decades — Teatro Solís, Palacio Estévez Executive Power seat, Artigas Mausoleum and access to Puerta de la Ciudadela, a vestige of Montevideo 18th century colonial walls.

What is the minimum age at Casino Victoria Plaza Montevideo?

The minimum age to enter and play at Casino Victoria Plaza Montevideo is 18 years. Like all Uruguayan State casino network casinos, it operates under the Directorate General of Casinos of the Ministry of Economy and Finance supervision, with a valid identity document or passport required at the entrance.

What other casinos are in downtown Montevideo?

In addition to Casino Victoria Plaza at Plaza Independencia and Casino 18 de Julio on Avenida 18 de Julio, downtown Montevideo has easy access to State slot halls in the metropolitan area shopping centers including Géant in Ciudad de la Costa, Montevideo Shopping in Buceo, Nuevo Centro in La Blanqueada and Costa Urbana in Carrasco.

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