Let’s go on a casino road trip to see some of the best casinos across America. Sure, going to Las Vegas or Atlantic City for the weekend is fun. But have you ever wanted to jump in the car, drive across the United States, and gamble along the way?
If you can’t make the long road trip, maybe you can hit up one or two (or more!) of the casinos closest to you. We’ll start on the west coast in California and make our way across the United States to the famed Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Casino Road Trip: The Best Casinos Across America
Pechanga Resort Casino – Temecula, California
Located in beautiful Temecula Valley Wine Country. Pechanga Resort Casino is so beautiful you may not want to continue your trip! Opened in 2002, this is one of the largest resort/casinos in the United States, with 200,000 square feet of gaming space. Pechanga boasts 4,500 slot machines, 154 table games, a 700-seat bingo facility, and private gaming rooms.
Circa Resort and Casino – Las Vegas, Nevada
What is a casino road trip without a stop (or seven, we aren’t here to judge) in “Sin City”? One of the best places to visit in Las Vegas is the Circa Resort. “Live like there’s no tomorrow” is the slogan for this casino built in 2020.
This casino boasts a unique blend of vintage Vegas charm and modern amenities. 1,350 slot machines, 55 table games, and the famed “stadium swim,” six pools built with stadium-style tiering and a 40-foot screen to watch your sports bets on.
Bronco Billy’s Casino – Cripple Creek, Colorado
You’ll have to go off the beaten path for this visit, but the breathtaking Colorado mountain scenery is well worth it. Cripple Creek is a former gold mining town located near the base of Pikes Peak.
The area churned out 22 million ounces of gold over two decades, and at Bronco Billy’s, you have the chance to earn your own fortune. The Casino features a beautiful boutique-style hotel and themed rooms based on Cripple Creek’s heyday as a gold mining town.
The Casino’s plans to complete a $250 million 300-room four-star hotel project were recently approved and should add a fine addition in the near future.
Grand Victoria Casino – Elgin, Illinois
After a drive across the great plains, you’ll land in the suburbs of Chicago, and Elgin, Illinois. Located on the spectacular Fox River, this riverboat casino has over 700 slot machines, a WSOP Poker Room, and countless table games.
A Caesars Sportsbook will quench your thirst for betting on your favorite sport or team, while Buckingham’s Steakhouse and Lounge will hit the spot for your appetite.
JACK Casino – Cleveland, Ohio
Heading further East, you’ll end up in Cleveland, Ohio. JACK (formerly Horseshoe Cleveland) was the first full-service casino in the state of Ohio. Opened in 2012 inside the historic Higbee Building in downtown Cleveland.
The casino has 100,000 square feet of gaming space. Over 1,200 slot machines, 119 table games, a 28-table poker room, 35 electric table games, and a massive Sportsbook.
JACK Cleveland is open 24/7 for your early bird, night owl, or anything in between. A Starbucks is located inside to keep your caffeine fix going, along with a Wahlburgers, among other dining options.
Parx Casino – Bensalem, Pennsylvania
State-of-the-art gaming, thoroughbred racing, and live entertainment are just some of the best features at Parx Casino. The 260,000-square-foot Parx Casino, joined by the 280,000-square-foot Parx East, is just 20 minutes north of Philadelphia.
It has 150,000 square feet of gaming, with 3,000 slot machines, including movie and TV-based machines like Wonka and The Walking Dead. Not to mention 141 live table games. The Xcite Center is an attached event center that brings in acts of all kinds, including upcoming shows like comedian Colin Jost, country music act Sara Evans and rapper Common.
On-site sits one of the premier horse racing venues in the United States. There are two horse tracks, a 1-mile dirt oval, and a 7-furlong (.875-mile) turf oval. The prestigious Pennsylvania Derby and Cotillion Stakes and both held at Parx. In addition to their live racing, Parx Racing offers simulcast betting on races around the world.
Borgata – Atlantic City, New Jersey
We’ll finish this trip across America with a stop in the famed Atlantic City. Like Las Vegas, there are many great Casino destinations in Atlantic City. The Borgata offers the full Atlantic City experience. The MGM property boasts a 161,000-square-foot casino floor with over 2,500 slot machines and 176 table games.
There is a 2,400-seat event center, which has hosted stars like Gwen Stefani, Pear Jam, Kelly Clarkson, and Aerosmith. The music box next door is a more intimate 1,000-seat theater and is home to the Borgata’s comedy club.
The Borgata also has a 54,000-square-foot spa that hosts a salon, barber shop, and fitness center. If you need to escape into the nightlife, the Premier nightclub, Level One Cocktail Bar, Gypsy Bar, and B Bar offer a variety of club and lounge experiences.
The Retail Plaza features a shopping center, and there are plenty of dining options! An all-in-one stop to finish your casino journey.
