Central Fort Lauderdale Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
Visit Central Fort Lauderdale
Popular places to visit
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.
Sawgrass Mills
One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.
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
Fort Lauderdale: 90-minute Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink
Top hotels in Central Fort Lauderdale
Courtyard by Marriott Fort Lauderdale Downtown
Great place!!!!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Tru by Hilton Fort Lauderdale Downtown
Great hotel friendly and helpful staff definitely recommend it to anyone
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hampton Inn Ft. Lauderdale/Downtown Las Olas Area
Check in with Patrick was wonderful! Room was beautiful and clean. Great area with lots of restaurants near by. Love staying at this hotel!
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Downtown, FL
Good
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Dalmar, Fort Lauderdale, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Clean room with very cool Layout, staff extremely friendly!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Progresso Apartments & Homes by Lowkl
The room was clean and check in process was smooth. The management/staff was responsive to concerns. The A/C did not work properly but the fan made the room more comfortable. The kitchen was very clean and well equipped. Ample parking is available for all units.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Fort Lauderdale
Victoria Park
While visiting Victoria Park, you might make a stop by sights like Parker Playhouse and Jimmy Evert Tennis Center.
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.
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 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.
Coral Ridge
While Coral Ridge isn't home to many top sights, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Coral Ridge Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
