Among the many casinos in Macau, The Venetian is the biggest and one of the best. This hotel, resort, casino, and shopping complex is recreated from its sister property in Las Vegas.

Gambling in Macau has been legal since the 1850s when the Portuguese government legalised the activity in the autonomous colony. Since then, Macau has become known worldwide as the "Gambling capital of the world". It is the only place in China where casino gambling is legal.