Downtown Fort Lauderdale Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Popular places to visit
Las Olas Boulevard
Fine dining, high-end shopping, art, culture and more – just minutes from Fort Lauderdale Beach.
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Dine out, watch a show, attend a workshop and enjoy the scenic riverside location of one of South Florida’s premier entertainment venues.
Museum of Discovery and Science
Have fun with a range of interactive exhibits and discover the joy of science at this first-rate museum.
Intracoastal Waterway
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Intracoastal Waterway during your travels in Fort Lauderdale. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Riverwalk
After visiting Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Lauderdale. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum
Transporting you to another time, this museum features a showroom for luxury Packard cars that lit up the early 20th century with their extravagance.
Activities
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
NZ$53
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
All You Can Eat BBQ Dinner and Show at Tropical Isle with Sightseeing Cruise
NZ$136
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Ocean Parasailing Adventure In Fort Lauderdale, FL
NZ$153
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bimini Bahamas Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale via Fast Ferry
NZ$414
per adult
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
NZ$407
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
NZ$55
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Downtown Fort Lauderdale Hotel Deals
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
1100 SE 17th Street Fort Lauderdale FL
The price is NZ$381 per night from 5 May to 6 May
NZ$381
5 May - 6 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,031 reviews)
Room was clean. Property is showing wear in carpet and paint. Breakfast was better than average, location is great.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Riverside Hotel
620 E Las Olas Blvd Fort Lauderdale FL
The price is NZ$350 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
NZ$350
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,856 reviews)
We have stayed at Riverside multiple times and the food has always been a highlight and the staff have been very pleasant and attentive without being overly so. The room staff have been excellent. The only negative relates to further need for quality Reno’s. There has been a significant improvement ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina
1881 SE 17th St Fort Lauderdale FL
The price is NZ$452 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$452
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy a marina, breakfast (surcharge) and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,899 reviews)
Room clean. Bed comfortable. Bathroom great. Negatives are: Soap container in shower empty. We had to use the shampoo. No cookies/sweets in lobby store. No way to get anything to eat like a Cookie after 9:30 pm.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel
1850 SE 17th St Fort Lauderdale FL
The price is NZ$578 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$578
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa property in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Port Everglades and Las Olas Boulevard ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (239 reviews)
I never leave reviews, but I felt compelled to do so. This was one of the best experiences my family and I had staying at a hotel. The staff was very helpful, the hotel itself was clean and the amenities were amazing. I'm not a fan of Florida but i can definitely see myself coming back just to stay ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port & Convention Center
1851 SE 10th Avenue Fort Lauderdale FL
The price is NZ$218 per night from 5 May to 6 May
NZ$218
5 May - 6 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,337 reviews)
Great option for a pre-cruise overnight stay! Staff is so kind, hotel is clean & newly renovated. Nice complimentary breakfast & close to the airport & cruise port. Shuttle to the cruise port was super convenient too.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Ft. Lauderdale Cruise-Airport by IHG
1500 SE 17th Causeway Fort Lauderdale FL
The price is NZ$234 per night from 5 May to 6 May
NZ$234
5 May - 6 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,005 reviews)
Im a littke picky but the property is showing its age. The room was average but showed some damage and poorly done repairs. The breakfast was standard fair scrambled eggs, bacon, potatos etc. but runs very full on cruise days. The staff were helpful but uninterested in our stay. Im sure the higher ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
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.
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Victoria Park
While visiting Victoria Park, you might make a stop by sights like Parker Playhouse and Jimmy Evert Tennis Center.
Las Olas Isles
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Las Olas Isles and surrounding area, you can visit Las Olas Boulevard and Las Olas Beach.
Central Fort Lauderdale
While visiting Central Fort Lauderdale, you might make a stop by sights like Sistrink Marketplace & Brewery and Andrews Living Art Studio.
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Harbor Shops and Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 2 are top sights worth seeing.
Seven Isles
While Seven Isles isn't home to many top sights, Las Olas Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are some notable places to visit nearby.
East Fort Lauderdale
4.5/5(8 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in East Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Fort Lauderdale Travel Guide
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