I live in Clermont, FL. Your best bet is the Sterling Casino which leaves Port Canavoral twice daily. It's about an hour and a half from here. Live table games, free boarding, Slot machines, free buffet. Web site: http://www.sterlingcasino.com/

There is the Sun Cruz that leave different areas in Tampa, but are "boats" really instead of ships. They charge a boarding fee. After talking with my friends, Sterling is much preferred over Sun Cruz.

Tampa also has an Indian Reservation Casino.
http://www.casino-tampa.com/

Mostly bingo, some slots, and some poker tables.

Christine