Central Beach Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
Visit Central Beach
Popular places to visit
Las Olas Beach
A lively boulevard dotted with ritzy yachts and mansions runs alongside this glorious bay, known for its clear water and fun evening vibe.
Bahia Mar Marina
Explore the waterfront in Fort Lauderdale with a trip to Bahia Mar Marina. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this romantic area.
Fort Lauderdale Beach Park
Cook a meal for your family on the grill, play basketball by the ocean and let your kids frolic in the play areas in this eclectic park.
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens
Stroll through the grounds and historic house at this beachfront estate.
Sebastian Street Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sebastian Street Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Fort Lauderdale. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Jungle Queen Riverboat
Explore the waterfront of Jungle Queen Riverboat in Fort Lauderdale, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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!!!
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Venice of America Tour | Millionaire's Row | Complimentary Drinks
Miami: 1-hour Jetcar Rental
Key West Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale
Top hotels in Central Beach
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Front desk MR Charlie was so great nice and friendly personally 100% made me and my sister laugh as soon as we got there felt safe explain everything where we was going the beach the pool the food the bar showed us the map of the hotel I would definitely stay again and recommend my stay with others ...
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort
Spacious room, proximity to beach! Pool area was nice as well!!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach
Everything was great except there were random drink charges on our bill. Parking was insanely expensive. Room really nice great view great location
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach
Great staff, accommodating to all needs
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
Great
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
The Atlantic Hotel & Spa
Great view, great hotel with heated pool, whirlpool, and reserved chairs at the beach.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Beach
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
If you're spending some time in East Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Boulevard 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 Las Olas Beach.
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.
Barrier Island
While visiting Barrier Island, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Pier 66 Marina.
Birch Park Finger Streets
If you're spending some time in Birch Park Finger Streets, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park are top sights worth seeing.
