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Casinos & Gambling

Games of chance don't bang you on the head with lights and glitz when you're riding down "Main Street" Chicago, but you do have options. Multiple casinos await within an hour's drive to northern Indiana, and there are five different harness and Thoroughbred racing tracks in the Chicago area, as well. If luck's your thing, go for it.


Casinos & Gambling guides

Chicago Casinos & Gambling: Horseshoe Casino Hammond

Horseshoe Hammond of Harrah's Casinos reigns supreme as the number-one Chicago casino--so if you're in the mood to do a little gambling, or perhaps check out the rest of their dynamic entertainment options, this is the place for you. Besides being a destination for some serious gaming action, Horseshoe Hammond has several top-choice dining options and is a premier venue when it comes to Chicago entertainment. Attracting millions of Chicago casino-goers each year, this particular location combines convenience and luxury for a unique casino experience. 

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Chicago Casinos & Gambling: The Grand Victoria Casino

Voted the Chicago area's best casino for two consecutive year by Casino Player magazine, The Grand Victoria Casino has become a popular destination for both seekers of thrill and entertainment. Located in Elgin, less than an hour from downtown Chicago, The Grand Victoria Casino offers over 29,000 square feet of gaming space and dining options.

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Chicago Casinos & Gambling: Ameristar Casino and Hotel

Just across the border in East Chicago, Indiana, lies one of the Chicago area's finest casinos, the Ameristar Casino Hotel East Chicago, home to more than 1,900 slots and video poker games and 50 table games. Located less than an hour from downtown, Ameristar offers the amenities of the Vegas strip without leaving the metro area.

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Chicago Casinos & Gambling: Empress Casino

Located about one hour outside of Chicago in Joliet, the Empress Casino offers a variety of gaming and entertainment options. If you're looking to extend your stay a little longer, also check out their hotel and RV park, plus a wide variety of dining options. Expanded parking facilities are in the works, as well as a number of new entertainment acts. 

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Chicago Casinos & Gambling: Blue Chip Casino

Riverboat gambling at its finest can be found at Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City, Indiana. The 65,000-sq.-ft. casino vessel includes numerous games and entertainment facilities to thrill and entice.

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Chicago Casinos & Gambling: Harrah's Joliet

Having received numerous awards since its opening, Harrah's Joliet continues to be a casino force to be reckoned with. Located less than an hour from downtown, Harrah's is just a dice throw away from the hustle and bustle of the big city.

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Chicago Casinos & Gambling: Hollywood Casino

From blockbusters to b-list, step into the glamour of Hollywood with a trip to Hollywood Casino in Aurora, IL, approximately 30 minutes from downtown Chicago. 

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Chicago Casinos & Gambling: Majestic Star Casino

Gaming, entertainment, dining, and more can be found at the Majestic Star Casino in Gary, Ind. Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Majestic Star offers picturesque scenery plus all the sites and sounds of Vegas without leaving the Chicago metro area.

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