Shady Banks Travel Guide
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.
Las Olas Boulevard
Shops, art galleries and restaurants line a two-lane street that is Fort Lauderdale’s answer to California’s Rodeo Drive.
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 casinos.
Sawgrass Mills
One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.
Things to do
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Everglades Airboat Adventure with Alligator & Reptile Exhibit
Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours & Rides
Evening Boat Cruise through Downtown Ft. Lauderdale
Miami: 1-hour Jetcar Rental
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Top hotels in Shady Banks
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Over 2 hours past check in time to get room, half the restaurants/bars advertised not open, spring break hotel so overcrowded with lots of chaos and no pool or beach chairs were available, front desk woman Julie was rude and could care less when we checked out a day early after I stated the issues ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Palm Tree Club Miami Hotel
Called before arriving to let staff know we were checking in late, 10:30-11pm. They said that is fine. I asked are there sheets, blankets, etc. for the pull-out sofa as we had 5 people staying in 1 room. No sheets, blankets or pillows for pullout sofa. Went to front desk & asked for items, she seemed ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Hollywood Beachside Boutique Suites
Walkable to beach and cute hotel. Door locks need fixing and ac was really loud but efficient.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Ocean Beach Club Hotel
The pool was comfortable and well maintained. Lovely area to sit and relax!
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton
my stay was much better this time comparing to previous stay
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
It was pretty dumpy
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shady Banks
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.
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Harbor Shops and Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 2 are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
