

Have a bite to eat in Little Havana, go for a dip at the Venetian Pool, or stroll through the stunning Vizcaya Museum & Gardens. Keep driving west to see more of the Everglades, where you can go hiking and spot wildlife.Įxperience some of South Florida's cultural highlights in Miami, which is just 35 minutes south of Fort Lauderdale. Take an airboat tour to see alligators, birds, and other local flora and fauna. Drive west for about 30 minutes, and you'll arrive in Sawgrass Recreation Park. Whether this is your first or your fifth visit to the Fort Lauderdale area, you won't want to miss your chance to see Everglades National Park. Hit the road for a couple of hours, and discover a wide variety of natural and cultural destinations. At the Nova Southeastern University (NSU) Art Museum of Fort Lauderdale, see over 6,000 works of art by Pablo Picasso, William Glackens, the CoBrA artists, and many more. Tour the art-filled home, stroll the grounds, and learn more about Fort Lauderdale in the 1920s.įor a few indoor activities on a rainy day, visit the Museum of Discovery and Science to experience a trip to Mars, take a ride through the Everglades, or even fly an airplane. If you want to dig into Fort Lauderdale's history, visit the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, a historic plantation-style home that served as a gorgeous winter retreat for its original residents.

Here you can canoe in a freshwater lagoon, fish from the seawall, hike along well-marked trails, and picnic amidst beautiful tropical plants.

Want to get out and stretch your legs? Make your way to Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, located right on Fort Lauderdale's waterfront. Unlike some of Miami's more party-focused stretches of sand, Fort Lauderdale Beach is a magnet for families. Put these attractions at the top of your list.Ĭan't wait to hit the beach? Head straight for Fort Lauderdale Beach, home to sugary sand and clean water for swimming. From beaches to parks to museums, Fort Lauderdale will entertain and inspire the whole family.
