Argosy Casino Alton is a permanently moored riverboat casino located on the Mississippi River in Alton, Illinois, just 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis. Originally opened in 1991, the three-deck venue features over 1,000 slot machines ranging from penny to $25 denominations, alongside table games including Blackjack, Craps, and Roulette. The property offers Red-carpet dining experiences through its Captain's Table Buffet and restaurant options, known for carving stations, hand-tossed pizzas, and homemade desserts. Operating from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 3 a.m. on weekends, Argosy provides day-trip gaming convenience without hotel accommodations.