Best Bet Gaming Lessons: Learn to Play Like the Pros
Description
Step into the legendary Plaza Hotel & Casino and learn how to play Las Vegas’s most iconic table games—roulette, craps, and blackjack—with the guidance of a seasoned gambler. With exclusive access to real casino tables, you’ll get hands-on instruction in an authentic setting—without the pressure of risking your own cash. Your expert guide will walk you through the rules, strategies, betting etiquette, and money management techniques developed over years of experience on the casino floor. Discover insider tips, avoid common pitfalls, and build your confidence at the tables—whether you’re a total beginner or just looking to sharpen your skills before hitting the real action. Perfect for first-timers, curious travelers, or anyone who wants to learn in a fun, low-stress environment inside one of downtown Las Vegas’s most historic casinos.
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Meet & Greet in the Lobby - Your experience begins in the historic lobby of the Plaza Hotel & Casino, located at the heart of Fremont Street. Here, your expert guide will introduce the session, discuss your current level of gambling experience, and share fascinating stories about the origins of Las Vegas gaming and the rich history of Fremont Street.
Roulette – A Classic Introduction Step onto the casino floor and approach your first real table: Roulette. With exclusive hands-on guidance, you’ll master the fundamentals and a unique strategy crafted just for this tour. Learn how to place bets, grasp the odds, and read the wheel like a true pro.
Craps – Crack the Code Next, it’s on to the high-energy world of Craps, one of the most intimidating games for beginners. Your guide will break it down in simple, engaging terms—showing you how to roll the dice, place smart bets, and avoid rookie mistakes. This hands-on demo will boost your confidence and help you blend right in at the table.
Blackjack – Play Like a Pro Now it’s time for Blackjack, the most popular card game in Vegas. Learn the basics of ‘21’, when to hit, stand, split, or double down, and how to manage your hand strategically. Your guide will teach you how to avoid common pitfalls and play with confidence like a Vegas regular.
Plaza Rewards – Get Free Play Before wrapping up, your guide will show you how to take advantage of Plaza’s Rewards Program. You’ll be signed up for a complimentary Rewards Card, which includes $10 in match play—double your money when you place your first bet at a live table.
Optional: Place a Real Bet Ready to try your luck? You’ll have the chance to place real bets at the tables you've just learned. Your guide will be by your side to assist with your first wager, answer any final questions, and help ease first-time nerves. This one-of-a-kind experience is perfect for beginners and curious players alike—combining hands-on learning with the excitement of a real Vegas casino floor.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(86)
Ron was great! Was fun being in an actual Casino. Would recommend to anyone new to gambling. Lots of useful info with cards to keep for reference.
Jordan was very knowledgeable and a good teacher. He gave us the confidence to take on the casinos! Would definitely recommend to any newcomers.
All time great playing and gambling tour guide Ron provided a perfect start to our trip in Las Vegas.
Fun and educational! We had a group of about 10 family members ranging from 21 years old to 74 years old and we all really enjoyed the lesson and learned something. I highly recommend this to even more experienced gamblers.
This was a lot of fun! Jordan was a great teacher! Definitely would recommend this if you’re unsure about playing table games on your own.
This lesson was AWESOME! Learned so much and immediately felt confident enough to go up to table games right after. Left me wondering why anyone WOULDN’T do a lesson! This was so helpful and Jordan was a great host. 10/10 would recommend to anyone who comes to Vegas at the start of their trip.
This is a hands on lesson with no gambling risk. It’s all practice with no pressure at all. You will learn the basics. The tour guide explains everything in simple terms. It’s fun and our guide Ron was funny! Entertaining! And highly knowledgeable! I love that the casino encourages our learning and participation by allowing the tour to use real tables and chips. Everyone leaves this experience a winner! Highly recommend for the novice that wants to give gambling a try without feeling dumb. Great experience, 100% recommend without hesitation!
What a great experience! I had some Viator rewards expiring this month and I wanted to do something really different - when I told my husband I had booked this experience he was really excited about it! Ron was a really good and patient teacher - he answered all of our questions and did a lot of examples. He also provided us with 2 "cheat sheets" - "basic strategy for black jack" and "basic craps." Super helpful. We were also supposed to learn how to play roulette, but we spent so much time on craps, which was what we really wanted to learn about any way, that we skipped roulette. Money and time still well spent ... the next day, I won $110 at the craps machine!
Great experience. Super fun and informative. Makes going to a table less intimidating. We had a great time with our guide and we put (Ron’s) knowledge to great use. Craps has always been an intimidating game, but stick to the basics we are up $700. Which made the birthday trip even more epic. Thank you Ron!!
Do you have training for slots & video poker? Enjoyed Ron as a trainer; he has the knowledge, is patient and is courteous Also, there were some other people in our group...nice to meet other trainees
