Fort Lauderdale, FL

Travel Guide

Deerfield Beach featuring tropical scenes, a beach and landscape views
Fort Lauderdale which includes tropical scenes, landscape views and a pond
Las Olas Boulevard featuring street scenes and a city
Fort Lauderdale showing boating, a marina and a bay or harbor
Mizner Park showing a city and a garden
With beaches, shopping, cultural attractions, the Everglades…and more beaches, this southeastern Florida city is a great vacation spot any time of year.

Fort Lauderdale’s beaches attract vacationing families, honeymooners and just about anyone looking for white sands, blue skies and warm water. Travel here to appreciate why the community has developed into a popular destination over the last 100 years.

Greater Fort Lauderdale has more than 23 miles (37 kilometers) of beaches. From Deerfield Beach in the north to Hallandale Beach in the south, select your favorite stretch of sand to view an Atlantic sunrise, build sandcastles, observe nesting sea turtles, snorkel or dive, enjoy watersports, deep-sea fish or simply relax on the soft sand.

Take a gondola ride on the canals of the city or watch huge yachts navigating the Intracoastal Waterway. Shopping along Las Olas Boulevard will give you a chance to pamper yourself or buy souvenirs for friends back home. Visit the Stranahan House to see how Frank and Ivy Stranahan lived in the early 1900s when they helped launch the development of Fort Lauderdale.

Stroll along the red bricks of the Riverwalk to enjoy water views and public art installations along the shaded walkway or participate in the day’s activities, including Segway tours, Pilates classes, kayak rentals, photography training or an ecoboat rental. Enjoy the gourmet delights at food kiosks along the Tarpon River.

Stop at the NSU Art Museum for contemporary works as well as Latin American art. See shows from Broadway to symphony to popular stars at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Let kids explore the Museum of Discovery and Science, where they can learn about reptiles, fossils, space and much more in a fun environment.

To appreciate the outdoors, walk the trails of the Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, sandwiched between the ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. Drive about 30 minutes west to the Everglades Wildlife Management Area for natural beauty.

Fly to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport or drive from Miami in about 1 hour. Enjoy Florida’s warm sunshine and sparkling sands throughout the year.

Where to stay in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale featuring interior views

East Fort Lauderdale

4.5/5(4,198 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in East Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.

East Fort Lauderdale
Hollywood North Beach Park

Hollywood Beach

If you're spending some time in Hollywood Beach, Hollywood Beach and Hollywood Dog Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Hollywood Beach
Fort Lauderdale featuring interior views

Central Beach

If you're spending some time in Central Beach, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Central Beach
Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale

Downtown Fort Lauderdale

4/5(2,235 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Downtown Fort Lauderdale. Make a stop by Las Olas Boulevard or Historic Stranahan House Museum while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Anne Kolb Nature Center showing forest scenes and a bridge

Hollywood Lakes

4/5(166 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Hollywood Lakes, Hollywood Beach Golf Club and Anne Kolb Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.

Hollywood Lakes
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Hollywood South Central Beach

4/5(288 area reviews)

While visiting Hollywood South Central Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Hollywood Beach and Sunny Isles Beach Beach.

Hollywood South Central Beach
Four Points by Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Airport - Dania Beach

Four Points by Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Airport - Dania Beach

3 out of 5
1900 Stirling Road, Dania Beach, FL
The price is ¥12,063 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
¥12,063
¥13,632 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Dania Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,611 reviews)
"The housekeeper only fix the bed and give fresh towels"

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Airport - Dania Beach
Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton

Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
3555 S Ocean Dr, Hollywood, FL
The price is ¥27,030 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
¥27,030
¥38,772 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Hollywood. Enjoy a full-service spa, 5 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,182 reviews)
"Room was poorly cleaned, housekeeping didn’t want to leave towels. Food, drinks and the ocean view was the best part of the trip."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina

Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina

4 out of 5
1881 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL
The price is ¥14,020 per night from Oct 20 to Oct 21
¥14,020
¥20,880 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star resort in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,630 reviews)
"The hotel was great as usual however. You got rid of the outside pool bar that was the best part in my view of your hotel"

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The St Maurice Beach Inn

The St Maurice Beach Inn

2 out of 5
310 Michigan Street, Hollywood, FL
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Hollywood. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 6 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,943 reviews)
"Great location right next to the beach and peaceful. Definitely will stay there again in the future"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

The St Maurice Beach Inn
Ocean Drive Villas

Ocean Drive Villas

3.5 out of 5
1701 North Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach villa in Hollywood. Enjoy free WiFi, 15 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,676 reviews)
"Close to the beach and boardwalk"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2025

Ocean Drive Villas
Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort by Vacatia

Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort by Vacatia

4.5 out of 5
909 Breakers Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury condo in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Fort Lauderdale Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (406 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025

Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort by Vacatia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Fort Lauderdale

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed during pandemic, not exactly a good time to explore any city...and the beaches were closed.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love ft Lauderdale it was one of ur staff members I didn't appreciate

4/5 - Good

Fluffyt

It's hard to find a place to living in your price range

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Did spend much time in Fort Lauderdale because this hotel was so horrible and dirty that we left after 20 mins and booked another hotel in the Plantation area. Worst hotel I've ever been too. Expediate should investigate and remove it from listing

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great vacation spot a lot to do around there.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love ft Lauderdale I’ll be back soon

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