Barrier Island
Fort Lauderdale
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Las Olas Boulevard
Shops, art galleries and restaurants line a two-lane street that is Fort Lauderdale’s answer to California’s Rodeo Drive.
Sawgrass Mills
One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.
Las Olas Beach
A lively boulevard dotted with ritzy yachts and mansions runs alongside this glorious bay, known for its clear water and fun evening vibe.
Things to do
Bimini Bahamas Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale via Fast Ferry
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale: 90-minute Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink
1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early)
Top hotels in Barrier Island
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Certain rooms can be small depending on where they put you. Upgrade to ocean view. Short walk North to restaurants and bars. Drinks are expensive like all ocean front hotels.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Pier Sixty-Six (Pier 66)
Atmosphere
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
It was great
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
The resort is very clean , receptionist Jilliana was very helpful, checking in was a breeze, the food at the restaurants is amazing, overall a great stay. There is access for wheelchairs to the beach (literally on the sand) via a semi solid surface. They offer beach wheel chairs, this was very nice. ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Barley House
The hotel is tiny and boutique like in style and was very nice. It's a hidden gem and we would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
Yes
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrier Island
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.
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.
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.
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.
Central Beach
While visiting Central Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Sebastian Street Beach.
