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Map and Visitor’s Guide for Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, CT
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New England’s First and Still Its Largest Gaming Destination
Foxwoods—New England’s largest casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut (map)—was once the largest casino in the world. It remains one of the largest casinos in the United States, second only to WinStar World Casino and Resort in Thackerville, Oklahoma. We may be biased, but with so much to do near Foxwoods and another of America’s best and biggest casinos—Mohegan Sun (the third largest in the country)—just a 20-minute drive away, why would you ever go to Thackerville?
Foxwoods never closes, and it’s so expansive that you really need to see it to believe it. Even if you don’t gamble, you can lose yourself in this enormous “virtual world” filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
Owned by the Mashantucket Pequot tribe and open 24 hours a day, 365 days per year, Foxwoods Resort Casino is celebrating its 27th anniversary in 2019. What began as a Bingo hall has survived economic ups and downs and evolved to become much more than a gaming destination. Foxwoods is Connecticut’s non-stop entertainment hot spot.
Gambling and Beyond
Yes, you’ll find 4,800 slot machines, the largest poker room on the East Coast, table games like Blackjack, Roulette, and Craps, a Race Book where you can watch and bet on dog and horse racing and jai alai, plus a Bingo Hall that goes on forever—it’s one of the largest Bingo destinations in the world. However, you’ll also lose hours engaged in activities that are a guaranteed win such as dining on everything from steak to an all-you-can-eat buffet at the casino’s ever-expanding line-up of restaurants, shopping at Connecticut’s only indoor outlet center, and being entertained by some of the world’s best performers, from Jerry Seinfeld to Alice Cooper.
In the summer, Foxwoods hosts Liquid Sundays pool parties reminiscent of Las Vegas. You’ll love the eagle-eye views from the nearly-mile-long High Flyer Zipline, especially in late September and October, when the surrounding woods are ablaze with fall color. Most noteworthy, you don’t want to miss the Mashantucket Pequot Museum, one of Connecticut’s best and most immersive museums, which is a five-minute drive away, as well as Foxwoods’ Lake of Isles golf course, recognized as the finest public course in Connecticut.
Foxwoods’ Newest Attractions
It seems like Foxwoods continues to expand, with the latest attraction being a Topgolf Swing Suite, where guests 21 and up can enjoy speakeasy-style cocktails while practicing their golf game at one of two simulator bays. Moreover, if golf isn’t your thing, there are various other game options for your group to enjoy, including Hockey Shots and Zombie Dodgeball.
Additionally, Foxwoods features its own on-site Stony Creek Brewery, which debuted in August of 2018. This 7,100-square-foot restaurant is the craft brewer’s second Connecticut location, and diners can glimpse the beer production action while enjoying their meals on the first floor.
Plan Your First… or Next Foxwoods Visit
Whether you’ve never visited Foxwoods or you’re a frequent guest, this guide will assist you in discovering the best this New England landmark has to offer, from free concerts in the Wolf Den to premier and casual dining options. You’ll find all the inspiration needed to plan your Foxwoods casino day trip or extended vacation.
First, consider how you’ll arrive at Foxwoods: There are numerous options available, from driving and flying to taking a bus or ferry. The resort complex is home to three hotels, with plenty of nearby accommodations, including bed & breakfasts, spa resorts, and chain hotels. A trip to Foxwoods places you in the heart of southeastern Connecticut, close to dozens of restaurants, attractions, and outdoor adventures. Therefore, it’s a safe bet you won’t find another opportunity to pat a beluga whale’s tongue anywhere else!
