Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady

Highlights: Sportsbook, live table games, poker room, and more

The live table games are one of the premier attractions at this venue. There’s over 65 of them, along with a poker room. If you’re not feeling like showing up at the casino to game, they also offer an online web gaming platform called Casino4Fun. You’ll have no problem wagering on sports here. The Schenectady casino was the first in the state to open up a sportsbook, which is still going strong to this day. The luxury sports betting room has 5 private booths, a 53’ LED video wall, and 22 additional TV’s. The casino offers different promotions on a week by week basis and if you’re a member you’ll have the ability to sign up for the loyalty program where you can earn points each time you play at the casino.

Located near the state’s capitol, Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady allows visitors a place to escape for the weekend. If you’re staying at the casino’s hotel you’ll have the option of staying in the Bay Suite, which features a wrap-around balcony. Among the things to do nearby, the New York State Museum in Albany is open everyday except Monday and admission is free. A 90 minute Hudson River cruise that sets off from the state’s capital is another great way to enjoy the day. Looking to make it back to the city for a flight? The JFK airport is about a 3 hour drive from the casino.