There are no land-based casinos in Georgia. The only casinos you will find are casino boats, and the only casino boat in Georgia currently is based in Brunswick. This casino boat sails three miles off the coast into international waters, where casino gambling is permitted.
Below is a list of all casinos in Georgia. Click on a name to see a page of detailed information about that particular Georgia casino.
Emerald Princess Casino Cruise 1 Emerald Princess Drive, Brunswick, GA 31523, United States Named the Emerald Princess the boat sets sail from Brunswick, Georgia. It has several slot machines, casino tables offering all the popular games, poker and one restaurant.
Visit our Georgia casinos map page to see a detailed map showing all casinos in that state.
The Georgia casino boat offers popular games such as; blackjack, poker, roulette, slots, and video poker.
There is currently no public information available regarding Georgia casino boat gaming machines payback percentages. Many other states make slot machine payback percentages on gaming machines public information. Click here if you would like to see a list of slot machine payback statistics for casinos in all U.S. states.
Please note that in order to board the Georgia casino boat, you must present a valid photo ID. The minimum age to board the casino boat and gamble is 18. A cash bar and a la carte food service is also offered; you must be 21 to drink alcoholic beverages.
Though it is the capital city and a major airport hub, there are no Atlanta, Georgia casino locations. The closet land-based casinos to Atlanta, Georgia are in North Carolina. There are two land- based native American Casinos within 155 miles from Atlanta. Click here to see information on those two N. Carolina casinos.
For information on visiting Georgia casinos, or for general tourism information, call the state’s tourism department at (800) 847-4842 or visit their web site at www.georgia.org
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TOP THINGS TO DO IN GEORGIA
Georgia is the largest state east of the Mississippi and is filled with a variety of activities that you can try out. Georgia is a great place enjoy southern hospitality and culture and it has a wide range of attractions to visit from mountain landscapes to dazzling modern architecture. Some of the best places to go in Georgia are listed below.
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
This is a national monument dedicated to the humans that lived in the Macon area throughout the ages. The best thing about this monument is that you can learn more about the Native Americans that lived in the area and also the civil war battles that occurred here. The highlight of this attraction is the ceremonial lodge and the Great Temple Mound.
The closest casino to this attraction is Emerald Princess Casino.
Georgia Aquarium
This is one of the largest aquariums in the world and it houses over 100,000 aquatic species in over 10 million gallons of fresh and salt water. The exhibits in this aquarium are divided into different themes to make your visit here fun and exciting. The highlight of the aquarium is the Cold Water Quest which explores the cold water life and you will get to see creatures like Australian sea dragons and Japanese spider crabs. You should also visit the Under the Boardwalk exhibit, where you will see trainers interact with California sea lions. You can also visit the River Scout exhibit to see piranha, albino alligators, and emerald tree boas. The largest display is the Ocean Voyager which houses the whale sharks, manta rays, and many species of fish. It also has a 100-foot long clear acrylic tunnel you can walk through while you watch the fish swim by.
The closest casino to this attraction is Emerald Princess Casino.
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
Located in the North Georgia Mountains, this forest is filled with magnificent natural scenery and covers over 800,000 acres of land. The forest is dotted with rivers, waterfalls, lakes, and over 450 miles of trails that you can explore. The Chattahoochee-Oconee national forest is a perfect place to go if you want to try out outdoor activities like canoeing, camping, kayaking, picnicking, swimming and hiking.
The closest casino to this attraction is Emerald Princess Casino.
Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
This is a memorial which includes the birthplace and the grave of the popular civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr. you can explore this site via a self-guided tour where you will see the house where he was born, his grave, and the Ebenezer Baptist Church. You will learn about the role the church played in the area, and its impact on Dr. King. Make sure not to miss the Freedom Hall Complex where you will see many exhibits on the Civil Rights Movement.
The closest casino to this attraction is Emerald Princess Casino.
Jekyll Island
This is a top tourist destination in Georgia and it is also known as Millionaire Island. The island was bought by a group of East Coast millionaires who called it the Jekyll Island Club before it was sold to Georgia to be used as a state park. The island is now a resort area filled with nature trails, beaches, camping areas, and golf facilities that you can explore. The island is also home to Summer Waves, a water park.
The closest casino to this attraction is Emerald Princess Casino.
Okefenokee Swamp
This swamp is popularly called “the land of the quaking earth” by the Indians and it covers over 770 square miles. The swamp can be found in southern Georgia and it features a maze of watercourses, swamp grassland, and cypress swamps. On the west side of the swamp, you will find Billy’s Island, an abandoned logging town from the 1920s. The swamp also houses varieties of endangered species and about 10,000 alligators. You can easily find a boat that will take you to the swamp from the little town of Waycross.
The closest casino to this attraction is Emerald Princess Casino.
Jimmy Carter National Historic Site
This attraction can be found in southwest Georgia and includes the Carter family home and former President Carter’s boyhood farm and home. The site also houses the Plains Train Depot and the Plains High School that you can explore. This is a great place to go if you want to get an insight into the former president‘s upbringing and the social influences which helped to shape his ideas.
The closest casino to this attraction is Emerald Princess Casino.
There is currently 1 casino located in Georgia. • Emerald Princess Casino
Georgia law prohibits casino gambling, however, the United Keetooway Band of Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma would like to change that. The tribe is in the initial planning stages of for seeking approval of a tribal casino. Their progress will be tracked in our News secttion below.
January 15, 2021
The Georgia legislative session began Jan. 11 with expectation of another sports betting bill. Last year a bill came close to passing but in the end, it was dropped from the final budget plans. Supporters will try again in 2021 with a larger gaming package with several options including sports wagering.
Georgia has historically opposed all types of gambling, and the 2021 gaming package is expected to against strong opposition.
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August 04, 2018
A casino opening in Georgia is becoming closer to a reality. Consideration of legalizing gambling in the state is being approached again by State Rep. Ron Stephans. The Republican congressman will be addressing the next General Assembly about allowing for the development of three casino resorts in the state where the cost would be billions of dollars to complete.
Under the proposed plan by Stephens, a minimum investment of $1.2 billion must be made and a minimum of 10,000 jobs must be created by each approved casino.
Gaming in Georgia has had a series of opposition. One being that it is considered competition to the HOPE scholarship program. It is funded by the state lottery.
The expansion of gaming in the state has been consistently opposed by Gov. Nathan Deal. As well as Secretary of State Brian Kemp. He will be running as the nominee in the gubernatorial race this election year.
In the legislative session for 2019 to 2020, Stephens will push for the proposed gaming bill to be placed on the ballot for the state's voters to decide on.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution conducted a poll in 2017. 56 percent of the people polled would be in favor of casinos. The lottery was approved by voters by a slim margin in 1992. Since that time the opinion of casinos has soften.
$670 million is spent at casinos in nearby states by Georgia residents. It is estimated that $2.5 billion could be spent in Georgia by residents before accounting for tourist dollars.
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February 24, 2017
A possible casino could be developed in Georgia by the United Keetooway Band of Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma. The tribe is considering property that is in Cherokee County near Ball Ground. The town has close to 1,400 people living there.
The state currently does not allow for betting or casino gaming. Georgia Governor Nathan Deal announced on Thursday that he is not supporting the proposed project. However if the casino is developed on tribal land, then the law cannot prevent the casino from being opened.
State legislation is being proposed that would allow for casino gaming at destination resorts in Atlanta, and another location in Savannah, Augusta or Columbus
To allow for gaming to take place, the proposed legislation must be approved by two thirds votes by the state Senate and House of Representatives. The approval would change the Georgia state constitution to allow for casino gaming. Then counties would need to change referendums to decide if casinos could be built there.
The change could take up to 7 years.
If the tribes decides to build a casino on tribal owned land, this could expedite the process. However, the land would need to be placed in to federal trust for the tribe first. That process could also take many years.
The proposed legislation also will tax casinos 20 percent. The average casino tax across the country is 12 percent.
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February 04, 2016
In November voters may have the opportunity to vote on a bill that would allow for Las Vegas style casinos in the state.
Next month the legislative session will end and there is increased interest to address the bill as a way to increase tax revenue for the state. A two thirds vote approval is needed in both the Senate and the House.
As early as next week a horse racing bill will voted on. The result of that vote could effect the casino bill.
The measure would allow for voters to decide if they want a casino in their area.
There would be five regions that the state would be sectioned into. There would be up to six casinos allowed in the state.
84 percent of the voters are interested in voting on the matter.
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January 15, 2009
ATLANTA - A $450 million project has been proposed to the Georgia Lottery to redevelop Underground Atlanta with 5,000 video lottery terminals, a new 29-story hotel, and upscale restaurants and retailers.
Developer Dan O'Leary, who holds a 50-year lease on Underground, said 'In order to truly change the perception of Underground, we do have to bring a very significant element to that property that it doesn't have now -- a big draw. VLT machines would be an anchor tenant that would bring folks in.'
The video lottery terminals look like slot machines, but operate like lottery scratch-off tickets such as 'Slots of luck' and 'Hold 'em poker.' Georgia law prohibits Las Vegas-style gaming, but the lottery law does not specifically prohibit video lottery terminals. The lottery board would own and operate the terminals.
O'Leary estimates the casino revenues would be $600 million annually with half going to the lottery.
William Pate, president of the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau, says his organization would promote it since many of Atlanta's competitors, such as New Orleans and Las Vegas, already have gaming.
Tom Bell, chairman and CEO of Cousins Properties and chairman of the Central Atlanta Progress board, said it 'would be a good thing for the city of Atlanta. We are slowly developing an increasingly strong offering as a tourist destination. Having an additional major attraction downtown would be a benefit.'
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January 28, 2008
ATLANTA, GA - The Atlanta Business Chronicle reported the findings of a recent study about legalizing casinos in Atlanta. The report by PKF Hospitality Research was requested by high level Atlanta business leaders who want to keep Atlanta competitive as a top tourist destination.
REPORT FINDINGS
Based on at least one Las Vegas-style casino built in downtown Atlanta:
The report cited other cities where gambling and conventions work together to attract more visitors:
- 1st-ranked Las Vegas has $6 billion in casino revenue
- 2nd-ranked Chicagoland, Ind., has $5 billion
- 16th-ranked New Orleans has $534 million
The social cost of problem gambling is also reported and could cost Atlanta $320 million a year. About 8% of Americans over 18 are susceptible to gambling dependency. If there is a casino within 50 miles, it is estimated this percentage doubles.
Fulton County Commissioner Robb Pitts has long been an advocate for local casinos. 'Georgians love to gamble,' he said. 'Georgians go to the Carolinas, and Mississippi and Nevada in huge numbers. It's my prediction that within five years, we will have casino gambling here in the state of Georgia.'
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