Barrier Island Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
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Popular places to visit
Pier 66 Marina
Explore the waterfront of Pier 66 Marina in Fort Lauderdale, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's breathtaking sunrises.
Fort Lauderdale Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Fort Lauderdale Beach, a popular beach in Fort Lauderdale. Amble around the area's seaside or experience its live music.
Hollywood Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Hollywood Beach, a popular beach in Hollywood. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's live music.
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 top-notch restaurants.
Las Olas Boulevard
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Las Olas Boulevard, a favourite shopping spot in Fort Lauderdale. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood
Why not try your luck with a visit to Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Hollywood? Discover the area's breathtaking sunrises and shops.
Top hotels in Barrier Island
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Excellent staff. Clean. Love the pool. Umbrella extra charge $38 was too pricey
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
The property was incredibly clean. There’s plenty to do for adults and children, very family friendly. Kenneth was very helpful with room needs. The pool is fabulous, lots of birds and lizards for entertainment. Great outdoor bar with friendly pool staff. The beach is nice with plenty of places to ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Pier Sixty-Six (Pier 66)
I split time between Pier 66 and Four Seasons on Ft Lauderdale beach. Both are excellent with superior staff and assistance. As for Pier 66 tremendous location on intracoastal and main highway expands over intracoastal using the best but busy 17th street causeway. Views of harbor, ocean and surrounding ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
A true resort
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
Amazing
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Fort Lauderdale Marriott North
I’ve stayed at this property many times before as a local. I love coming to use the Internet, the Wi-Fi or just to get away for the night this time I knew I booked a room with a balcony corner. I did get a corner room, but it surely was not a balcony very disappointed by that also too walking to ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
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.
17th Street Causeway
17th Street Causeway is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Southport Shopping Center and Harbor Shops.
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Southport Shopping Center and Harbor Shops are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Central Beach
While visiting Central Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Beach.
