The world is watching Paris for the Olympics. Not only have the best athletes in the world traveled to the French capital, but thousands of tourists have come to witness the Opening Ceremony held on Friday the 26th, as well as the various disciplines included in the Olympic schedule. However, that’s not the only thing to do. That’s why CodigoPoker presents another option: poker in the French capital.
In Paris, there are four standout venues that combine cards and glamour, where you can go all-in and even try your luck at casino games. Between tennis sets, swimming races, or any other sports activities, people can enjoy other more recreational pursuits.
The Four Iconic Poker Venues in Paris
- Club Barriere
- Location: Located on the world’s most beautiful avenue, the Champs-Elysées, Club Barriere offers a calm gaming environment. Poker enthusiasts can enjoy a variety of cash games and weekly tournaments every day from 1 PM to 6 AM. The club also features blackjack, Ultimate Poker, Punto Banco, and Sic Bo.
- Games: At Club Barriere, you can play cash Texas Hold’em and Omaha with blinds starting from €2/4. There is a VIP room dedicated to high-stakes players with blinds up to €50/50. The club also offers regular tournaments, including the Classic every Tuesday and Club Express every Friday.
- Club Pierre Charron
- Location: Open daily from 12:30 PM to 6:30 AM, this elegant gaming club offers the most vibrant poker room and the widest range of casino games in Paris. Club Pierre Charron also features a bar with an extensive menu, a gourmet restaurant open all night, and a cozy smoking-library room with a cigar cellar.
- Games: The club hosts the liveliest poker games in the capital, ranging from €1/2 blinds in NLH and €2/4 in PLO to €50/100 high-stakes games. Blackjack, Punto Banco, and other games are also available. The venue offers excellent drinks, culinary delights, and the finest cigars.
- Imperial Club Paris
- Location: The Imperial Club offers a wide range of gaming options. Poker enthusiasts can play cash games, while those interested in other gambling games can bet at Punto Banco, Ultimate Poker, Multicolore, Sic Bo, or blackjack tables.
- Games: The Imperial features cash NLH games with two tables of €250 and blinds of €5. The club also offers catering services with a restaurant serving a wide variety of French and Asian specialties, and a bar open until late. The highlight of this venue is Punto Banco, with six tables ranging from €20 to €2,000 per bet, and a VIP room that doubles the stakes.
- Club Circus Paris
- Location: In the City of Light, Club Circus Paris (featured in the cover photo) offers a wide variety of poker games. Additionally, there is Punto Banco, Progressive Ultimate Poker, and blackjack. Throughout the year, Club Circus Paris hosts a range of poker tournaments in collaboration with TexaPoker. Each week, five regular tournaments are scheduled in addition to festivals.
- Special Event: For the Olympics, a special game is organized offering a total prize of €10,000 from July 26 to August 11. This game is reserved for Circus Club members and will take place randomly across different games at the venue during this period.
