Barrier Island Travel Guide
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
Sawgrass Mills
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Sawgrass Mills, a popular shopping spot in Sunrise. In the area, take in the great live music and breathtaking sunrises.
Las Olas Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Las Olas Beach, a popular beach in Fort Lauderdale. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunrises.
Top hotels in Barrier Island
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Very enjoyable time,lacked hot water for showers on last day but did not pursue as we were leaving shortly
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Pier Sixty-Six (Pier 66)
Everything great. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
Clean room, location, staff
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
Great place to stay. Close to the airport. Walking distance to a lot of shops and eatery’s. Staff were very nice. The resort was Clean, well layed out property. Plenty of activities to do. The food was great. A little on the pricey side being all the menus are al la carte. Had a great stay. We would ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Sea Beach Plaza - Near Jungle Queen Riverboat
Very nice staff, friendly and help full!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
Room was perfect temp
Reviewed on 12 Jan 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.
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Harbor Shops and Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 2 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.
Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Cosy bars a bustling port and top sights from Las Olas Boulevard to Historic Stranahan House Museum – discover Downtown Fort Lauderdale, a destination also famous for its beaches.
