Fodor's Expert Review Casino

Wander north on the pedestrian shopping street Calle de la Trapería and you soon reach the 19th-century casino, which retains the aura of a British gentleman's club. The facade is a mixture of classical and modern styles; the inside, inspired by the Alhambra in Granada, has a patio arabe (Moorish courtyard), some stunning chandeliers in the ballroom, and a large library with more than 20,000 volumes. Despite the name, this has never been a gambling center—locals come to read the newspaper and play billiards.