Fort Lauderdale Vacation & Tourism Guide

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Miles of Lagoons and waterways make Fort Lauderdale one of the most popular areas on Floridas Gold Coast. The city offers an outstanding quality of life, highlighted by a semi-tropical climate, rich natural beauty and array of cultural, entertainment and educational amenities. Embraced by the Atlantic Ocean, New River and a myriad of scenic inland waterways, Fort Lauderdale truly lives up to its designation as the "Venice of America."

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1. The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale Star_rating-5

Real Traveler Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 46 reviews from 4 sources

from $184.68
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
Based on 46 reviews from 4 sources.
Service: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
Location: Rating of 5.0 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
  • " A very cool area and great place to spend some fun time." — source Travelocity

    " The hotel is beautiful." — source Expedia

2. Pelican Grand Beach R...

Pelican Grand Beach Resort
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from $141.53

3. Bahia Beach Hotel

Bahia Beach Hotel
Star_rating-4
from $67.20

4. Sheraton Suites Plant...

Sheraton Suites Plantation
Star_rating-3
from $72.34

5. Fort Lauderdale Beach...

Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
Star_rating-4
from $215.20

6. Renaissance Plantatio...

Renaissance Plantation Fort Lauderdale
Star_rating-4
from $102.05

7. Hyatt Place Ft. Laude...

Hyatt Place Ft. Lauderdale/Plantation
Star_rating-3
from $77.77

8. Courtyard by Marriott...

Courtyard by Marriott Fort Lauderdale East Hotel
Star_rating-3
from $103.20

9. Courtyard by Marriott...

Courtyard by Marriott Fort Lauderdale Weston
Star_rating-3
from $83.04

10. Hilton Fort Lauderdal...

Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
Star_rating-3
from $105.81
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  • 1. Bonnet House

    Bonnet House

    ... the premier historical homes in South Florida, a stunning testament to an elegant and romantic era Art collections include a juried art exhibition of local ... more

  • 2. Stranahan House

    Stranahan House

    topics: historic homes. more

  • 3. Broward Center For The Performing Arts

    Broward Center For The Performing Arts

    Located in downtown Fort Lauderdale, this venue hosts a wide variety of events, including the ... more

  • 4. Jungle Queen Riverboat

    Jungle Queen Riverboat

    ... dinner. Cruise the Tropical Isle on the New River for an âall you wishâ to eat dinner followed by a hilarious variety ... more

  • 5. Museum of Art

    Museum of Art

    topics: American art. more

  • 6. Bahia Cabana

    Bahia Cabana

    Located on Fort Lauderdale's famous South Beach, the Days Inn overlooks Bahia Mar Marina and offers free boat dockage plus water taxi docking. Deep-sea charter and fishing boats are available from the hotel's dock, and Jungle Q... more

  • 7. Museum of Discovery and Science

    Museum of Discovery and Science

    ... discovery exploring over 200 fascinating interactive exhibits at the Museum of Discovery and Science See sharks and the largest living Atlantic coral reef in captivity, hang out with bats, be charmed by a 12- foot snake, pl... more

  • 8. Club Atlantis

    Club Atlantis

    One of the city's busiest nightclubs, it occupies 70,000 square feet of beachfront property. Unlike many Miami Beach ... more

  • 9. Sunday Jazz Brunch

    Sunday Jazz Brunch

    ... 6, 2011 Esplanade - Jimmy Cavallo Quintet C. Hoffmann Gazebo - South Grove Peck Courtyard - Gold Coast Jazz Society Band Las Olas Riverfront - TBD Bookings To inquire about performing at Jazz Brunch, please contact: Suntrus... more

  • 10. Hugh Taylor Birch Rec. Area

    Hugh Taylor Birch Rec. Area

    ... greenery in the middle of urban Ft. Lauderdale, the park contains several distinct native biological communities, including the last significant remnant of a maritime hammock (tropical hardwood forest) in Broward County. Ex... more

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  • 1. Mark's Las Olas

    Mark's Las Olas

    ... Short :Just because it's ultra-upscale doesn't mean Mark's has lost its sense of humor. Its youthful, whimsical interior delights with Dr. Suess flourishes. The clientele embraces all fashion forms, from tourists in T-shirt... more

  • 2. Shula's On the Beach

    Shula's On the Beach

    ... chain serves pan-seared sea bass, lobster bisque, crab cakes and lobster along with the usual Certified Angus steaks. User Reviews for Shula's On the Beach Not a bad restaurant for the location 03/29/2007 Posted by donut44... more

  • 3. Samba Room

    Samba Room

    This Latin bistro echoes of the 1960s when it comes to the decor and the overall ... more

  • 4. 3030 Ocean

    3030 Ocean

    ... bistro overlooking the Atlantic is located at the Marriott's Harbor Beach Resort & Spa in Fort Lauderdale. Passion, creativity and attention to detail define the wide variety of selections served up in the spacious yet cozy... more

  • 5. Timpano Chophouse and Martini Bar - Ft. Lauderdale

    Timpano Chophouse and Martini Bar - Ft. Lauderdale

    ... classic restaurants and clubs of Chicago and New York, Timpano Italian Chophouse revives the big city dining experience with big flavor steaks, chops and pasta matched by full-bodied red wines and sophisticated setting whil... more

  • 6. Himmarshee Bar and Grill Side Bar

    Himmarshee Bar and Grill Side Bar

    This is a popular local spot, both for drinks and for dinner. The menu was painstakingly designed to ... more

  • 7. Bimini Boatyard

    Bimini Boatyard

    ... Boatyard caters to those who live the good life, with a light and airy feeling that recalls the Caribbean. The grill cooks up California cuisine with an island twist. The Bimini bread, oatmeal and molasses yeast with honey... more

  • 8. Sublime

    Sublime

    ... concept in vegetarian dining. The menu is completely cholesterol-free and the full-service bar offers organic wines and spirits. Guests dine in an atmosphere of water walls, Italian glass tile, skylights, and an open-hearth... more

  • 9. Mai-Kai

    Mai-Kai

    A Fort Lauderdale landmark, the Mai-Kai restaurant offers great food and authentic Polynesian entertainment. Its thatched ... more

  • 10. 15th Street Fisheries

    15th Street Fisheries

    ... Dining Landmark and Marina For nearly thirty years, 15th Street Fisheries has enjoyed legendary status for great seafood served fresh above the docks at Lauderdale Marina. Through all of the years, the 15th Street Fisheries... more

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