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.
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.
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.
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!!!
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
Bimini Bahamas Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale via Fast Ferry
Everglades Day Safari from Ft Lauderdale
Top hotels in Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Riverside Hotel
"We always enjoy the Riverside hotel, great staff , great location"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
"Fantastic location if you are leaving from the cruise terminal."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Fort Lauderdale Downtown
"The property was well kept and clean. The rooftop bar music could be heard in the room and continued well into the night. Make-up wipes were not replenished daily. Breakfast was available for a fee. Loved that the room was cleaned daily."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel
"I had a wonderful vacation at the Omni, blown away by how beautiful it is inside. Cleanliness is top tier- along with the staff service all top tier. This will be my new go to getaway hotel when I’m in town! Loved everything!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina
"All special"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port & Convention Center
"Great place good service , nice and clean , 7 minutos close the ocean !!!"
Reviewed on 26 May 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 Lauderdale Yacht Club Marina.
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, Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 2 and Southport Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
