Land-based casinos near Toronto

Looking for some new activities to do around Toronto? Why not try your luck and be entertained at one of the city’s many land-based casinos it has in its vicinity. Whether it be in the city itself, or one of the many located in nearby towns and cities, you will be able to find something with the desired amenities, games or restaurants that you are looking for. Why not get off your phone and stop playing online casinos and try your luck in person! We decided to put together our list of some of the closest casinos to the city of Toronto that you can visit with friends or family next.

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Pickering Casino Resort

Just outside Toronto, in the suburb of Pickering, this casino resort offers a lot of entertainment. With 2,200 slot machines, over 90 table games and 50 electronic table games this casino doesn’t mess around, offering gamers a lot to do while visiting. This venue also has entertainment including comedy shows, bands and other live performances. Be sure to check out their calendar of events to find a show. Their 275 room hotel tower is great for those attending a conference, wedding or other event in the area. It is pet friendly, has a pool and has a gym for those who don’t want to break their routine. Their mostly chain restaurants include Copperhorn, CASUAL, Sun Sui Wah, Rock House Grill, ZIO’s and a Starbucks.

Great Canadian Casino – Toronto

Much like many of the other Great Canadian Casino brands, the food at this venue is varied with many options to choose from. You will get unique spots like The Northern Lights bar and also have favourites like Copperhorn, CASUAL, Noodlebox, Mary Brown’s Check, Tim Horton’s and Pizzaiolo. Definitely beats playing theonlinecasinos.ca at home. As one of the largest Casinos in Canada, the gaming area includes 4,800 slot machines and 175 table games. They also have over high limit games with 200 Slot Machines, 17 multi-game Electronic Video Poker and Blackjack games, and over 25 Live Table games. The hotel is also pet friendly if you are looking to bring your furry friend.

Great Blue Heron Casino & Hotel

Located on Scugog Island, the Great Blue Heron Casino & Hotel offers players 600 slot machines, 20 live table games as well as electronic table games. Food options include their Water’s Edge restaurant which has classics like Fish & Chips, Fettuccine Alfredo as well as steak and salmon dishes. While staying at their hotel be sure to visit the quaint town of Port Perry along with some of their wineries and eateries. The hotel itself is pet-friendly and offers a gym for guests to use during their stay.

Fallsview Casino Resort

The lone casino that is not a part of the Great Canadian Casino brand is Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls. As the name implies, the casino’s hotel has amazing views of the falls from many of the rooms. If you are looking for a romantic getaway with a view, this could be your place. The entertainment at this venue is second to none with many international musicians and comedians playing this venue. The Niagara Falls strip is nearby and makes for a great day out. The casino is also well equipped with games and places to eat. Diners can expect steak and seafood restaurants, Chinese and other Asian delicacies, a deli, Italian as well as several bars and lounges.

Casino Ajax

Also located just outside of Toronto in the suburb of Ajax, Casino Ajax is a slightly smaller casino that the others and hosts 500 slot machines as well as some table games. Looking to bet on horses? you can do that here. There are year-rounds schedules that combine thoroughbred racing and harness racing, with live and simulcast events. The Getaway restaurant is the only dining option but has a wide selection of food to choose from.

Whatever draws you to an entertainment venue, there are options to choose from at one of these casino resorts near Toronto. Whether it be food, entertainment or gambling this list can help you navigate which attraction is right for you. Enjoy your visit!

 

 

 

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