Located about 45 minutes north of Clearwater, Florida, the SunCruz Port Richey is a casino ship that is permanently docked in the Gulf of Mexico. Shuttles take walk-on passengers to the ship three times a day, every day of the week. With more than 13,000 sq. ft. of gaming, the SunCruz Port Richey offers 325 slot machines, three-card poker and blackjack. The ship can also accommodate groups.
SunCruz Port Richey
7917 Bayview St.
Port Richey, FL 34668
800-464-3423
portricheycasino.com
Located just off State Road 60 on Clearwater Beach, the Calypso Queen is a walk-on dinner and fun cruise that departs several times daily. The ship has three decks and is 65 feet long. With two air-conditioned decks and an observation deck, the Calypso Queen can hold up to 149 guests. Food is served buffet style and includes salads, shrimp, rice and vegetables. The ship's special wedding service includes a wedding specialist and a DJ.
Calypso Queen
25 Causeway Blvd.
Clearwater, FL 33767-2064
727-461-3113
calypsoqueen.com
A perfect way to get away for the day, Discovery Cruise Lines offers one-day cruises to and from the Bahamas every day except Wednesdays. Simply walk on the ship or make reservations to depart in the morning and arrive in Grand Bahama by early afternoon. The ship leaves Grand Bahama in the early evening and docks in the Ft. Lauderdale area by 10:30 p.m. There is a buffet on board and you can have your own room on your way there and back.
Discovery Cruise Lines
950 Eller Drive
Dania, FL 33016
305-704-0902
discoveryexpress.com