Downtown Fort Lauderdale
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.
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.
Museum of Discovery and Science
Animals, aquariums and science experiments all under one roof.
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
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
Fort Lauderdale: 90-minute Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink
Bimini Bahamas Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale via Fast Ferry
Everglades Day Safari from Ft Lauderdale
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Top hotels in Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Riverside Hotel
Excellent hotel. Lots of amenities. Excellent restaurants.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina
Lovely breakfast, plenty to chose from. Room clean with all you need, check-in OK, took a little while due to lots of people checking in. Only issue was with the restaurant, have to book and only 1 bar inside the restaurant & nowhere to sit if you just wanted a drink, would be nice if they had a ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port & Convention Center
My stay was incredible. The staff were very informational and accommodating.The rooms and amenities were very nice, whilst all being affordable. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Ft. Lauderdale Cruise-Airport by IHG
Location is accessible to nearby restaurants and stores.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Tru by Hilton Fort Lauderdale Downtown
Staff was sooooo nice and accommodating. Ki-Ki especially, but every single staff member was friendly, professional and exhibited amazing customer service. Best stay I’ve had at a hotel in years !
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Flow Hotel Fort Lauderdale
Huge high rise but right across from Loud train tracks and bridge. (Don’t stay on this side) was put on 4th floor so really loud. Could hear other parties through ventilation. Didn’t like vibe if area-not very classy. This is for 20 something’s who want to party.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 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 Sistrink Marketplace & Brewery and Andrews Living Art Studio.
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.
