Wanderlust World Wanderlust World After gaming legislation was passed in Indiana in 1993, the casino boat industry grew rapidly throughout the state. In fact the Chicagoland area--which includes northern Indiana--is the third largest gaming market in the United States. Bordered by Lake Michigan in the North and the Ohio River in the south, Indiana is home to several casino boats.
Located on Lake Michigan in the northwestern corner of Indiana, are the Majestic Star and the Majestic Star II casino boats. These sister boats are located in Gary, Indiana, and are open 24 hours a day. With roughly 40,000 square feet each, the Majestic Star Casinos feature numerous gaming machines and table games, including the Majestic Star's exclusive Double Dice game. Both properties offer a variety of restaurants, a bar and a hotel.
Majestic Star and Majestic Star II
1 Buffington Harbor Drive
Gary, Indiana 46406
219-977-7777
majesticstar.com
A short drive from Cincinnati, Louisville, Lexington and Indianapolis, Belterra is located in the southeastern corner of Indiana. Offering two floors of casino action, Belterra has slot machines, slot rooms, high-limit table games, and table games featuring classics like blackjack and roulette, as well as newer games like three card poker and Caribbean stud. The poker room also offers daily tournaments. Belterra's resort oasis features several restaurants, a hotel, a spa and a world-class golf course designed by famed designer Tom Fazio.
Belterra
777 Belterra Drive
Florence, Indiana 47020
1-888-BELTERRA
812-427-7777
belterracasino.com
Indiana's first riverboat casino, Casino Aztar promotes that 'Vegas action meets midwest charm' at this popular Evansville, Indiana attraction. Located in the southwestern part of Indiana, Casino Aztar slot machines offer classic favorites as well as the hottest new games. Casino Aztar features more than 50 tables with games including Texas hold'em, craps, three card poker and roulette. The Casino Aztar complex includes several restaurants, bars, two hotels and a variety of entertainment venues. Some areas of the facility are smoke-free.
Casino Aztar
421 N.W. Riverside Drive
Evansville, Indiana 47708
812-433-4000
800-342-5386
casinoaztar.com
The Horseshoe Casino-Hotel's Legend sits on the mighty Ohio River in southern Indiana. Docked on the rural banks of Elizabeth, Indiana, The Legend is the world's largest riverboat casino. Horseshoe is the only casino in Indiana to offer Keno, the exciting game of numbers and chance. Horseshoe also offers poker, slots, table games, video poker and high-limit gaming. Other amenities at Horseshoe Casino-Hotel include several dining options, entertainment facilities and the equestrian-themed Chariot Run golf course.
Horseshoe Southern Indiana
11999 Casino Center Drive SE
Elizabeth, IN 47117
866-676-7463
horseshoe-indiana.com