Rivers Casino Philadelphia
- Distance from Philadelphia: N/a – in Fishtown
- Address: 1001 N Delaware Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19125
- Phone number: (877) 477-3715
- Opened: September 2010
- Available games: Slots, table games, poker
- Hotel: Yes
- Retail sportsbook: Yes
- Hours: 24/7 (casino floor)
Rivers is located in the heart of Philadelphia, just across the river from New Jersey. If you’re a tourist, Rivers is a great anchor space for your trip. It’s located within walking distance of two well-known concert venues: Franklin Music Hall and the Fillmore.
You can also hitch a quick ride to tourist destinations like the Liberty Bell from Rivers.
For a delicious and reasonably priced brunch, head to Cafe La Maude, which boasts indoor and outdoor seating and a French-Lebanese menu. The restaurant doesn’t accept reservations, and it’s BYOB, so plan around a possible wait if you choose to visit.
Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
- Distance from Philadelphia: N/a – South Philadelphia East
- Address: 900 Packer Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19148
- Phone number: (877) 618-6190
- Opened: February 2021
- Available games: Slots, table games, poker
- Hotel: Yes
- Retail sportsbook: Yes
- Hours: 24/7
- Amenities: Retail stores, restaurants, live entertainment
Live! Casino Philadelphia is an ideal destination for sports fans who also like a bit of gambling action. The casino is within 20 minutes walking distance of Citizens Bank Park (home of the Phillies), Lincoln Financial Field (home of the Eagles), and Wells Fargo Center (home of the 76ers and Flyers). If you’re in town for a game, Live! Casino is a great place to plant your roots temporarily.
The casino is also close to Xfinity Live!, an 80,000-square-foot entertainment district full of nightlife, food, and LED screens for fans.
KPPT Korean BBQ is an excellent and reasonable dining option nearby if you want to get away from some of the hustle and bustle.
Harrah’s Philadelphia
- Distance from Philadelphia: 16 miles SW
- Address: 777 Harrah’s Boulevard, Chester, PA, 19013
- Phone number: (888) 516-2215
- Opened: December 2006
- Available games: Slots, table games, poker, horse races
- Hotel onsite? Yes
- Retail sportsbook? Yes
- Hours: 24/7
- Amenities: Spa, restaurants, live entertainment
Though it’s called Harrah’s Philadelphia, it’s actually located in Chester, Pennsylvania. It’s only a 16-ish mile drive from Philly, and it offers a lot of nearby destinations for a more relaxed getaway than downtown Philly can provide.
Stinger’s Waterfront is a great nearby dining option that won’t break the bank. Plus, as the name implies, it has excellent views of the river.
A 15-minute drive will plant you in the Linvilla Orchards, a prime destination for fall and summer visitors. The Orchards offer hayrides, mini golf, apple picking, and much more. It’s a great family-friendly destination or date spot for visitors.
Parx Casino
- Distance from Philadelphia: 20 miles NE
- Address: 2999 Street Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
- Phone number: (888) 588-7279
- Opened: November 2006
- Available games: Slots, table games, poker, horse racing
- Hotel onsite? Yes
- Retail sportsbook? Yes
- Hours: 24/7
- Amenities: Live entertainment, restaurants
The Parx Casino in Bensalem makes the ultimate power move of existing on Street Road. Besides the hilariously fitting address, Parx is smack-dab in the middle of various entertainment and dining options.
A 1.7-mile drive will take you to Asad’s Hot Chicken, a Philly-area staple. Stop in for tenders, a chicken sammie, or loaded fries to fuel up for a night at the casino.
For all-day breakfast, visit Metro Diner, just a few minutes from the casino. The diner offers a splendid array of sweet and savory breakfast options, served from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Not in the breakfast mood? Metro Diner has you covered with award-winning burgers and lunch options.
Valley Forge Casino Resort
- Distance from Philadelphia: 25 miles from Philadelphia
- Address: 1160 1st Ave, King of Prussia, PA, 19406
- Phone number: (484) 690-1800
- Opened: March 2012
- Available games: Slots, table games, poker
- Hotel onsite? Yes
- Retail sportsbook? Yes
- Hours: 24/7
- Amenities: Spa, restaurants, live entertainment, nightlife
Valley Forge Casino is located just a few minutes from Valley Forge National Historical Park. It’s a great nearby destination for gamblers who want a break and some fresh air.
Topgolf is just across the street for some arcade-style links action, and it’s also got a great bar food menu. Or, if you prefer the real thing, you can pop over to Glenhardie Golf Course and tee off during the temperate spring and summer months.
