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Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale is a sightseeing stop in Fort Lauderdale, FL, part of the Miami guide. Cost: free.

· Fort Lauderdale, FL

Why you should go…

Greater Fort Lauderdale spans miles of Atlantic beachfront plus an inland network of navigable canals nicknamed the 'Venice of America.' It's home to Port Everglades, one of the world's busiest cruise ports, along with Las Olas Boulevard shopping and dining and the Riverwalk arts district.

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What's around here?

The closest stops to Fort Lauderdale, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Tours
    Outdoor Adventure

    Everglades Swamp Tours

    $50+

    Airboat rides into the true Everglades from Alligator Alley, with gators, wading birds, and grass prairie to the horizon.

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  • Museums
    History Buff

    History Fort Lauderdale

    Under $25

    Fort Lauderdale's community history museum, housed in the century-old New River Inn.

    Steps awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Tours
    Family Favorite

    Everglades Holiday Park

    $25–$50

    Narrated airboat rides through the Everglades with a live alligator show near Fort Lauderdale.

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  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Lauderdale-By-The-Sea

    Free

    A small beach town north of Fort Lauderdale known for its walkable pier, reef diving, and low-key charm.

    6.5 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Miami

    Free

    Greater Miami and Miami Beach, a sprawling coastal metro of beaches, Art Deco architecture, and Latin American culture.

    20 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Art Deco Historic District & Ocean Drive

    Free

    Stroll the world's largest collection of Art Deco architecture, pastel hotels, neon signs and South Beach swagger.

    24 mi awayMore like this