From Las Vegas to Niagra Falls, Betway’s latest research reveals the most photographed casino destinations in North America.
Casinos are more than just slot machines and table games – they’re iconic landmarks that draw visitors from around the world, captivated by their stunning architecture and distinctive designs. From the sleek modernity of new resorts to the timeless elegance of classic casinos, each one offers a unique visual appeal, making them popular subjects for photographers and social media users. But what is the most photographed casino destination in North America?
Looking at the most popular casinos in North America, online casino Betway ranked every destination based on four key factors: The number of Instagram hashtags, the number of geo-tagged Instagram posts, the number of TripAdvisor reviews which feature a photograph and the number of photographs of each casino on Shutterstock. This has allowed us to determine which casino is the most photographed.
1. The Venetian
Photography Score: 9.24
The Venetian in Las Vegas takes the #1 spot, as the most photographed casino destination. Known for its Italian theme, this luxurious resort is a standout on the Las Vegas Strip. With its iconic gondola rides and replica of Venice’s Rialto Bridge, The Venetian has been geo-tagged in 1.3 million Instagram posts – the highest of any casino on our list.
2. Paris Las Vegas
Photography Score: 8.75
In the #2 spot is Paris Las Vegas, another highlight of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip. Featuring iconic replicas of Paris landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, there have been 106,000 Instagram posts which feature #parislasvegas. Its charming French-inspired theme is a clear hit with visitors, and 777,000 visitors have tagged their Instagram post with the location – the second highest on our list.
3. Caesars Palace
Photography Score: 8.10
Caesars Palace comes in at #3. Known for its grand Roman-inspired architecture and the iconic statue-lined entrance, this legendary resort has been a symbol of luxury on the Las Vegas Strip for decades. Its theme clearly continues to impress guests, as 10,492 TripAdvisor reviews feature a photo.
4. The Wynn Las Vegas
Photography Score: 7.93
Close behind is Wynn Las Vegas, which takes the #4 spot. Admired for its luxurious ambiance and beautifully landscaped grounds the resort has captured the attention of photographers worldwide. The Wynn tops our list for Instagram hashtags – there have been 339,000 posts featuring #wynnlasvegas – and 40,500 posts have been geo-tagged at the location.
5. ARIA Resort & Casino
Photography Score: 7.54
The ARIA Resort is the #5 most photographed casino location, renowned for its sleek style and stunning glass architecture. Its modern design evidently appeals to photographers, and the destination ranks third on our list in two key categories: 15,278 TripAdvisor reviews include photographs of the resort, and it appears in 8,611 photos on Shutterstock.
The full ranking of the most photographed casino destinations is as follows:
|
Rank |
Casino: |
City: |
Hash tagged posts: |
Geo-tagged posts: |
Trip Advisor: |
Shutterstock: |
Photography Score: |
|
1 |
The Venetian |
Las Vegas |
126,000 |
1,300,000 |
24,468 |
5,697 |
9.24 |
|
2 |
Paris Las Vegas |
Las Vegas |
106,000 |
777,000 |
14,994 |
5,244 |
8.75 |
|
3 |
Caesars Palace |
Las Vegas |
19,300 |
764,000 |
10,492 |
8,529 |
8.10 |
|
4 |
Wynn Las Vegas |
Las Vegas |
339,000 |
40,500 |
11,905 |
2,084 |
7.93 |
|
5 |
ARIA Resort & Casino |
Las Vegas |
46,800 |
12,100 |
15,278 |
8,611 |
7.54 |
|
6 |
The Bellagio |
Las Vegas |
193,000 |
29,500 |
3,576 |
7,404 |
7.53 |
|
7 |
The Cosmopolitan |
Las Vegas |
239,000 |
62,600 |
4,129 |
1,861 |
7.33 |
|
8 |
The Luxor |
Las Vegas |
48,700 |
1000 |
18,319 |
15,352 |
7.22 |
|
9 |
MGM Grand |
Las Vegas |
20,900 |
5000 |
11,017 |
14,922 |
7.05 |
|
10 |
Borgata Hotel Casino (Atlantic City) |
Atlantic City |
500 |
297,000 |
2,048 |
3,393 |
5.26 |
|
11 |
Red Rock Casino Resort |
Las Vegas |
5000 |
145,000 |
3,003 |
361 |
5.26 |
|
12 |
Hard Rock Casino & Hotel |
Hollywood |
22,800 |
34,300 |
365 |
2,364 |
5.14 |
|
13 |
Mohegan Sun |
Uncasville |
12,700 |
429,000 |
192 |
35 |
3.60 |
|
14 |
Casino de Montréal |
Montréal |
5000 |
53,800 |
212 |
208 |
3.45 |
|
15 |
Niagara Falls view Casino Resort |
Niagara Falls |
500 |
25,600 |
592 |
554 |
3.27 |
|
16 |
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino |
Reno |
11,800 |
100 |
2,079 |
121 |
3.05 |
|
17 |
Caesars Windsor |
Windsor |
10,900 |
26,900 |
171 |
27 |
2.66 |
No matter which casino you visit, you’re sure to be captivated by its beauty. Whether it’s the stunning architecture, iconic landmarks, or unforgettable experiences, these casinos continue to capture visitors’ attention and make their experiences memorable.
So next time you visit one of these iconic spots, don’t forget to snap a picture – you’re not just capturing a moment, but also a piece of casino history.
Methodology:
The data ranks North American casino destinations on how photographed they are based on 4 factors. Once the data for every factor was collected, the factors were then normalised to provide each factor with a score between 0 and 1. If data was not available, a score of 0 was given. The normalised values were then added together, to give each villian a total score. Finally, the destinations were ranked from high to low, based on their total ‘Photography Score’.
The four factors taken into account were:
Instagram hashtag posts – The number of Instagram posts which feature a hashtag relating to the destination, such as #venetianlasvegas #parislasvegas.
Instagram geo-tagged posts – The number Instagram posts which are tagged at the casino destination.
TripAdvisor reviews – The number of TripAdvisor reviews for the casino which include a photograph.
Shutterstock photos – The number of photographs of the casino destination on the stock photo library ‘Shutterstock’.
