Barrier Island Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
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Popular places to visit
Pier 66 Marina
Explore the waterfront of Pier 66 Marina in Fort Lauderdale, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's breathtaking sunrises.
Fort Lauderdale Beach
With seven miles of flawless beach, a team of dedicated lifeguards and luxury retailers and restaurants, this is the perfect Florida vacation destination.
Hollywood Beach
Ice cream parlors, a music stage and a water playground are among the highlights of the lively boulevard backing onto this picturesque beach.
Port Everglades
Explore the waterfront of Port Everglades in Dania Beach, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood
Why not try your luck with a visit to Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Hollywood? Discover the area's breathtaking sunrises and shops.
Las Olas Boulevard
Shops, art galleries and restaurants line a two-lane street that is Fort Lauderdale’s answer to California’s Rodeo Drive.
Things to do
Water Taxi All Day hop-on hop-off Venice of America Boat Tour
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Evening Boat Cruise through Downtown Ft. Lauderdale
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Venice of America Tour | Millionaire's Row | Complimentary Drinks
Fort Lauderdale: 90-minute Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink
Top hotels in Barrier Island
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Hotel close to the beach, but the beds are very small, barely fit 2 people. My wife has bug bed bite all over her legs. I read the reviews and someone else also have bug bed bite so look out. Don't Stay here. None of the USB charging are working. The Safe is not working. The Iron is not working. ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
It was a beautiful resort and the kids had a blast. The food at the restaurant was mediocre and overly priced but everything else was good.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Pier Sixty-Six (Pier 66)
This resort was outstanding, if you’re looking for a luxury resort in Fort Lauderdale this is the place to be. The staff is fantastic, very polite, polished, and professional from the moment you arrive. Such a wonderful experience staying here, the room and amenities are just luxurious. Needless ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
Loved the spa and massage
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort
The valet is a true nightmare. Fighting for pool chairs insane, over half an hour to speak to front desk absolutely crazy. Never have I ever been in a resort this crazy full and understaffed
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Fort Lauderdale Marriott North
All was fantastic. Great location.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrier Island
Harbor Beach
Harbor Beach might not have many top sights, but Port Everglades and Las Olas Boulevard are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Southport Shopping Center and Harbor Shops are top sights worth seeing.
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 Lauderdale Yacht Club Marina.
Seven Isles
While Seven Isles isn't home to many top sights, Las Olas Boulevard and Fort Lauderdale Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Central Beach
While visiting Central Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Sebastian Street Beach.
Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Cosy bars a bustling port and top sights from Las Olas Boulevard to Historic Stranahan House Museum – discover Downtown Fort Lauderdale, a destination also famous for its beaches.
