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.
Historic Stranahan House Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Historic Stranahan House Museum in Fort Lauderdale. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
Walls of this elegant and futuristic building are adorned with a diverse range of works by contemporary artists, from Tracey Emin to David Horvitz.
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
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood FL
Fort Lauderdale: 90-minute Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink
All You Can Eat BBQ Dinner and Show at Tropical Isle with Sightseeing Cruise
Sea Rocket Speedboat & Intracoastal Cruise in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Top hotels in Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina
The room was really spacious and comfortable and wish I was there longer than one night. I checked in late and the staff advised me to catch the kitchen before it closes so I could grab some food which was a lovely pizza. The breakfast was brilliant. Lots of choices hot and cold and I had endless ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
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Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Riverside Hotel
The room was always kept clean, the mini-fridge was great, and the staff was friendly and welcoming. The location is excellent for walking and exploring the surrounding area.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Ft. Lauderdale Cruise-Airport by IHG
Clean hotel with fast friendly service
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruise Port
Spacious room and good toiletries
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Downtown, FL
Spacious room and professional staff
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
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.
