Downtown Fort Lauderdale Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
Visit Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Popular places to visit
Las Olas Boulevard
Shops, art galleries and restaurants line a two-lane street that is Fort Lauderdale’s answer to California’s Rodeo Drive.
Museum of Discovery and Science
Animals, aquariums and science experiments all under one roof.
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.
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.
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 Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
Elevators were so slow, took me 20 minutes to get downstairs. Breakfast ends at 9am and it’s a madhouse. Pool was dirty and murky. Housekeeping had to be called multiple times for more towels (was only given 2 in a room for 6).
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina
The hotel staff was courteous and friendly, good service. The room was in good condition. The only comment I have is that the room had a humid musty smell. I believe the carpets would have to be removed to decrease some of that humidity.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Riverside Hotel
All good
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel
Room was Clean, staff courteous and good amenities
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Tru by Hilton Fort Lauderdale Downtown
The staff were awesome. Everyone was kind and professional. After leaving hotel I realized I had left medication in the refrigerator. I called back to hotel and asked about medication which they had found. They were able to hold it for me for several days until I could get back to get it. So thankful ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port & Convention Center
Staff at reception were very welcoming and helpful. Room tidy.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
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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 Osswald Park and Sistrink Marketplace & Brewery.
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
If you're spending some time in East Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.
