Casinos billiards and bowling The United States Of America

The best bowling alley in town! In fact, it's much more than just a bowling alley, it's an institution in its own right: thirty-six lanes, a high-tech system of baffles, smoking machines... Groups come here to throw the balls along the gutters and hit the strike, and to enjoy the overexcited atmosphere of the crowd. On Friday and Saturday nights, the place is full, but you can reserve your place by phone (but you'll be charged extra). Don't forget that Diversey River Bowl's other name is "Rock'n Bowl"!

"Place your bets... nothing goes wrong", the wheel spinning, the fever rising... You can go and try your luck at the Potawatomi casino, with its rows of slot machines, poker, craps and roulette tables, there is everything you want. The casino is located in the not-so-pretty Menominee Valley industrial area, but you can tell that efforts are being made to spruce up the surroundings. On the other hand, the casino building is gleaming and its decoration is themed on the Potawatomi Indians, who own it.

Charming Venetian décor, chests columns, high ceilings… 32 tables, of which 4 very old. Cafeteria.

One of the best rooms to play billiards, in an atmosphere so chic that you expect to see men in suits, hats on their heads and cigars between their teeth, appearing at any moment. Beautiful light, carpet on the floor, a slightly staid atmosphere... The balls are immaculate and the 28 tables in perfect condition. Cafeteria and service between tables by waiters. Their bar makes amazing cocktails like the Grey Goose Chocolate Martini or the Lemon Drop.

Many students come to relax and unwind on its 48 slopes! There are very few bowling alleys in Manhattan and this is by far one of the nicest places to go. Special events are organized on certain days of the week. On Mondays, for example, you can do an unlimited bowling session at particularly advantageous prices. And if bowling is not enough for you, the area also houses many arcade games, as well as a bar and a restaurant where you can recharge your batteries between games!

Under the aegis of the iconic figure of Harry Caray, the Chicago Sports Museum will take you on a retrospective of the history of all major sports. It's informative, but also interactive. You can practice free throws in basketball, or quarterback throws in a simulated American soccer game. And don't forget to pass through the long corridor behind the bar, where newspaper clippings from the last 100 years trace the greatest moments, exploits and curses on Chicago teams.

This magnificent amusement park built in 1907 is the oldest in California and creates a very special atmosphere: there are very few amusement parks left on the West Coast of the United States. The roller coaster here dates from 1924 and the carousel from 1911. Other more modern attractions have been added for the pleasure of young and old. A great day out, while enjoying the beach that borders the park!

In vogue in the United States as in Europe, escape rooms are legion in New York. BrainXcape, run by a Frenchman, offers two very different atmospheres and is not recommended for claustrophobics: a prison inspired by Alcatraz and a haunted hotel reminiscent of the film Shining! Immersion and thrills guaranteed! Unlike other escape rooms, you are not locked up with other players you don't know, but it is always more fun and cheaper to play with ten people - the maximum - than with two.

The Holiday Club, with its 1960s look, exudes a kitsch atmosphere, right down to the website. For over 20 years, the place has been known for its excellent cocktails. But the main attraction is the themed evenings, which draw people from all over the city. It's karaoke on Wednesday, comedy show on Thursday, 1980s on Friday and 1990s on Saturday night. Plus, they've got a pool table, video games, jukebox and photo booth to immortalize the evening! Holiday Club also serves food.

A self-proclaimed social club ping-pong. Imagine instead: a DJ who mixes dance, techno and pop music, a nightclub decoration, and... seventeen ping-pong tables. A delirious place for a group of friends determined to spend a good evening and chat with many strangers over a beer, a plate of deli meats, and a game of ping-pong. For the anecdote, it is the Hollywood actress Susan Sarandon who is at the origin of the concept, now franchised and available in a dozen American cities.

These are the World Poker Championships, a series of extremely prestigious tournaments. Organized in Las Vegas since 1970, they were created on the initiative of the sulphurous Benny Binion. The popularity of the event and the number of registrants have grown steadily, reaching 197,626 entrants and over $347.9 million in winnings in 2023. Patrick Bruel was the first Frenchman to reach the WSOP final, in 1998. Famous athletes such as basketball player Tony Parker and footballer Neymar are also regulars.

A hotel, several restaurants and dozens of games tables.

And another hotel-casino in Shreveport!

Try your luck at the casino on one of 1800 slot machines and gaming tables. You can also play poker in a room where 28 tables are gathered. Four luxurious restaurants and two restaurants complete the table. A concert hall hosts concerts and karaokes, as well as giant screens broadcast the sporting events of the moment.

Binion's welcomes you with its limousine in the entrance: a customized white Cadillac, with two imposing buffalo horns as figureheads. The founder of the place, Benny Binion, was a sulphurous Texas criminal who was expelled from Dallas. In Las Vegas, he opened the Horseshoe (the casino's historic name) on Fremont Street in 1951, introducing several innovations. It was the first establishment to install carpeting throughout and to apply the comps formula (free drinks and nights) to encourage players to spend more.

Everyone knows the Laser Game, a strategic game where, equipped with a gun with a laser pointer, you have to shoot your opponents without being hit. Here, the arena is installed in the basement of an old factory. Between two 15-minute sessions, you can relax in the game room on the upper floor. It is possible to privatize the space for a group of 10 people or more. Reservations are recommended but not required for less than 10 people. This is the perfect activity for friends or families with teenagers.

More of an experience than just a museum, Spyscape offers an immersion into the world of spies, combining exciting exhibitions and interactive challenges. Equipped with a high-tech bracelet, you will be confronted with challenges corresponding to the various facets of the spy profession and intellectual challenges related to the world of espionage. Your performance will be collected in order to establish your spy profile, which you will discover at the end. Allow between 1.5 and 2 hours in the museum, whose labyrinthine architecture was designed by David Adjaye.

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is a resort and casino located on the Las Vegas Strip in Nevada. It offers a variety of entertainment, dining and pool options for visitors. The casino offers a complete gaming experience with a wide selection of table games and slot machines. The site also offers services for groups and weddings. And let's not forget the Shark Reef, America's largest aquarium.