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List of Casinos in Florida
Whether you’re a seasoned gambler or just looking for a fun night out, this list of casinos in Florida offers you a variety of new vacation ideas and gaming options no matter what your taste and budget. In this post, we’ll provide key information to help you decide which you’d like to visit!
There Are 4 Official Types of Casinos in Florida
- Indian Casino
- Commercial
- Racino
- Cruise Ships/Riverboats
Indian Casino: These are casinos operated by Native American tribes on tribal land. In Florida, Indian casinos are governed by tribal gaming compacts negotiated with the state government. They offer a wide range of gaming options, including slots, table games, and poker. Examples include the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Miccosukee Resort & Gaming.
Commercial Casino: Commercial casinos are typically privately owned and operated. They are subject to state regulations and licensing requirements. In Florida, these casinos are often part of larger resort complexes and offer a variety of gaming options, entertainment, dining, and accommodations. Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is an example of a commercial casino in Florida.
Racino: A racino is a gaming establishment that combines a racetrack for horse or dog racing with a casino. In Florida, racinos offer both live racing events and casino gaming, including slots, table games, and poker. Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino and Isle Casino Racing Pompano Park are examples of racinos in the state.
Cruise Ships/Riverboats: Some cruise ships and riverboats departing from Florida ports offer onboard casinos as part of their entertainment amenities. These floating casinos provide passengers with the opportunity to enjoy various casino games while on a cruise. They typically offer slots, table games, and sometimes poker tournaments. Examples include casino cruises operated out of ports such as Miami and Port Canaveral.
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - Tampa
Florida's West Coast
Commonly called the Hard Rock Tampa, it’s full name is the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. It’s the largest casino in Florida and one of the largest in the United States.
It’s a vacation destination itself, starting with it’s AAA Four Diamond Rating (pet-friendly) Hotel. There you’ll find ultra-plush rooms, fitness, pool and spa, and lots of dining and food options. There are also bars, lounges and an event center. (check out the Hard Rock Tampa event calendar for upcoming fun!).
The Casino boasts 245,000 sqft of gaming space which includes slots, gaming tables, poker, Hard Rock Sportsbook, and more.
Here’s the official website for the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa.
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - Hollywood
South Florida
This is one of the biggest casinos in Florida featuring over 3100 slots, nearly 200 gaming tables and over 40 poker tables. There’s also a swanky hotel with restaurants, bars and an entertainment destination for concerts, comedians and other entertainment. Here’s the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood official website for more information.
Casino buffets and restaurants are some of the best (and reasonably priced) food you’ll find anywhere! Why? They want you to stay longer and gamble more!
Casinos typically offer fantastic food options from fine dining to snack bars, plus bars and lounges. Why? They don’t want you to leave! Stay, drink, eat, then gamble some more!
Miccosukee Casino & Resort - Miami
South Florida
Owned by the Miccosukee Indian Tribe, located in the heart of the Everglades. They offer slot machines, table games, poker plus a variety of restaurants and bars. This resort is a favorite for visitors as it offers lots of authentic local experiences nearby: take an airboat ride, watch alligator wrestling and visit the Miccosukee Village Museum and Gift Shop. Here’s the official website for the Miccosukee Casino & Resort here.
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
South Florida
This casino in North Broward offers slots, table games, poker, bars and multiple restaurants and places to find good snacks. And when you aren’t playing games, you can check out the popular outdoor venue The Stage at Coco. Here’s the official Seminole Casino Coconut Creek website.
Seminole Classic Casino Hollywood
South Florida
This casual casino is open 24/7 and a favorite for South Floridians as it features plenty of slot machines and table games but also has live entertainment and restaurants. Official Seminole Classic Casino Hollywood website for more info here.
Seminole Casino Immokalee
Southwest Florida
This Seminole casino offers slots, table games, a poker room, bars and restaurants. It’s located in Immokalee which is towards the west coast in Florida, just north of the Everglades and Big Cypress.
Most people, when asked about this list of casinos in Florida, seem puzzled that a casino can be out in the middle of Florida, away from any big city. But ask those that have visited Seminole Casino Immokalee, and they love it! It’s won Tripadvisor awards, it’s got a packed event calendar of fun, and the hotel is very reasonable priced. Check out the Seminole Casino Immokalee official website here.
Seminole Casino Brighton
West side of Lake Okeechobee
This is a 27,000 square foot casino with over 400 slots, gaming machines, bingo, restaurants and near to great fishing and hunting as well! When considering this list of casinos in Florida, most people may glance over this one because… well… not many people have heard of Okeechobee! But it’s worth considering, here’s their official website for more information on the casino and things to do in the area: Seminole Casino Brighton official website.
Magic City Casino
Miami
This casino offers slots, table games, a poker room, dog racing, live music and a bunch of bars and restaurants. They have a packed entertainment calendar, here’s the Magic City Casino official website here.
Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino - Hallendale Beach
South Florida
Gulfstream is famous for horse racing, and also has a casino with slots, table games, restaurants and bars plus some shopping too! Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino website.
Calder Casino - Miami Gardens
South Florida
Located next to the Hard Rock Stadium (home of the Miami Dolphins), this casino is packed with slots, a poker room, table games, bingo and a good variety of bars and restaurants. There is also live entertainment. This is also the location of Calder Racetrack since 1971, now closed. Calder Casino official website here.
Casino at Dania Beach (& Jai Alai)
South Florida
This casino offers slot machines, table games, poker and has restaurants and bars. There is also a robust entertainment calendar that includes comedy shows, music and other entertainment. Jai alai is also at this location, a local favorite! Located just 20 minutes west of beautiful beaches. See the Casino at Dania Beach official website for more information and their entertainment and events calendar here.
Casino Miami (& Jai Alai)
South Florida
This casino offers over 68,000 sqft of gaming and entertainment. Slots, table games including Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, William Hill Racebook, live Poker. Also find food, cocktails and entertainment here as well. Official website: Casino Miami.
Conclusion
Casinos, both Indian Tribe and Commercial, are fast-growing destinations for tourism in Florida. When adding in racinos and cruise ship/riverboat gambling, there are over 70 casinos in Florida!
It’s such a booming industry, watch the rumors about Walt Disney World adding a casino to its Disney Springs area. While there are no solid plans, the rumors have been swirling around for a few years!
Florida casinos and gaming is a huge industry, and continues to bring jobs and growth to Florida year after year. Reports suggest an over $12 billion economic impact on Florida. Here’s more from the AGA here: https://www.americangaming.org/state/florida/.
