Sandwiched between the sizzling beach scene of Miami and the glitz-and-glamour of Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale offers respite for travelers seeking the simple pleasures of a Florida vacation: sunshine, shopping, and wholesome family fun. Although it has a past reputation as a spring-break party destination, the city has come into its own over the past couple decades, with a renovated waterfront, a burgeoning culinary scene, and daydream-worthy beaches bringing rightful attention to the “Venice of America.” Experience all the area has to offer with a hop-on hop-off water taxi or a sightseeing cruise down the Intracoastal Waterway, featuring views of popular attractions such as Millionaires Row, Hyatt Regency Pier 66, the 17th Street Causeway, and the Las Olas Riverfront. Round out your day with a post-cruise shopping trip or a Segway tour down the boardwalk. Practically in Fort Lauderdale’s backyard, the 1.5 million–acre (607,000-hectare) Everglades National Park promises a full day of family fun. Board an airboat to scout for sightings of alligators, roseate spoonbills, and egrets on a swamp tour through the aptly named ""River of Grass;"" or take a nature walk through palmetto-lined trails. Other easy day trips include snorkeling in Key West or fishing in Pompano Beach, making Fort Lauderdale a convenient base for your South Florida vacation.
Boasting festivals and ideal beach weather in April and May, it's no wonder Fort Lauderdale is a famous spring break destination. Join springtime crowds lounging at the beach and jamming at Tortuga Music Festival if you visit in April. Meanwhile, fall promises a low-key vacation full of cultural events, including Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival.
In the past, Fort Lauderdale had a reputation as a spring-break party destination, but it’s transformed into a more upscale vacation spot, with a renovated waterfront, thriving culinary scene, and postcard-worthy beaches. Known as the “Venice of America,” Fort Lauderdale boasts a maze of canals that you can explore by water taxi.
...MoreNo. But between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, you’ll find the Hollywood Beach Boardwalk, a 2.2 mile-long (3.5 kilometer) brick-paved pedestrian promenade crowded with joggers, skaters, and bicyclists along the Atlantic Ocean. It's a 30-minute drive from Fort Lauderdale and lined with boutiques, restaurants, seaside cafes, bars, and activities.
...MoreYes. Although Fort Lauderdale doesn’t have a bustling club scene like neighboring Miami, it does have rooftop bars, dinner cruises, and music venues. Head to Las Olas Boulevard for the Elbo Room, a go-to joint for locals and tourists for 75-plus years. Other hot spots include Rhythm & Vine, America's Backyard, and Capone’s.
...MoreGet to know the city by hopping aboard a water taxi to cruise the Fort Lauderdale canals, taking in the scenic views. Then, stroll down Las Olas Boulevard, lined with restaurants, bars, and boutiques. Or head to Fort Lauderdale Beach to soak up some sun, windsurf, and play volleyball.
...MoreLocated about 30 minutes away from Fort Lauderdale, the Everglades are perhaps the most popular tourist attraction for those visiting southern Florida. At Sawgrass Recreation Park and Everglades National Park, book a guided airboat ride and travel through the marshy, humid swamp waters, spotting alligators and other creatures.
...MoreEnjoy the sun and sand free of charge—all eight Fort Lauderdale area beaches are public with no fee. Some cultural attractions, such as the Naval Air Station Fort Lauderdale Museum and the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center, are free. The Anne Kolb Nature Center is free on non-holiday weekdays.
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