Downtown Fort Lauderdale Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
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Popular places to visit
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.
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
You can make plans for a show at Broward Center for the Performing Arts on your trip to Fort Lauderdale. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.
Museum of Discovery and Science
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum of Discovery and Science during your trip to Fort Lauderdale. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Riverwalk
After visiting Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Lauderdale. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
You can spend time studying the exhibits at NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its entertainment choices.
Historic Stranahan House Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Historic Stranahan House Museum in Fort Lauderdale. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Top hotels in Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina
Had a two night stay prior to a cruise, the staff were superb, nothing was too much trouble. Olive and Sea bar and restaurant was excellent, plenty of food options and also an happy hour. Breakfast was one of the best we’ve had anywhere with everything you would expect, coffee decent too. The bedroom ...
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
Great room. Clean.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel
The hotel has the BEST views, friendly staff. It’s the cleanest and most beautiful hotel we have ever stayed in. Customers are obviously always top of mind here. Also, we watched all of the cruise ships come in and out of the port from our room. Free shuttle to Fort Lauderdale beach and Port Everglades. ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Riverside Hotel
Room was clean but some debris on the floor by entrance. Opened closet door and the mirror fell off??!! Otherwise nice spacious room Check in ok
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Ft. Lauderdale Cruise-Airport by IHG
Convenient to airport and cruise port
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Tru by Hilton Fort Lauderdale Downtown
Breakfast selection was minimal.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Victoria Park
While visiting Victoria Park, you might make a stop by sights like Parker Playhouse and Jimmy Evert Tennis Center.
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.
Central Fort Lauderdale
While visiting Central Fort Lauderdale, you might make a stop by sights like Sistrink Marketplace & Brewery and Andrews Living Art Studio.
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Harbor Shops and Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 2 are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
