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
Enjoy a stop at Broward Center for the Performing Arts, an entertaining place to visit in Fort Lauderdale. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Intracoastal Waterway
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Intracoastal Waterway during your travels in Fort Lauderdale. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
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.
Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum during your travels in Fort Lauderdale. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Top hotels in Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Riverside Hotel
Great location. Also, appreciated the complementary drink coupon.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
Everything was great, I stay here all the time when I’m in town before I leave on a boat. Great breakfast in the morning, happy hour in the evening, super comfortable beds, updated tvs, large rooms, atrium hotel, and just a great atmosphere.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel
Stay at the Omni was amazing. Free upgrade to large room with balcony definitely a surprise when we checked in. Room had champagne on ice, extra water and towels when we arrived. Don’t sleep on the chocolate covered pretzels either! Pool area was amazing with plenty of seating. Bar right by the pool ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port & Convention Center
Nice place to stay walkable to the convention center. Nice food options walkable as well, la Vida Pura, Starbucks, Panera for good fast options. Appreciated that there are laundry facilities for guests. Nice comfortable lobby area with snacks for purchase, that was great as I arrived very early and ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina
Staff helpful and polite, great location especially to cruise terminal
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Fort Lauderdale Downtown
Very nice facility but sadly unprofessional, terrible customer service.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 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, Southport Shopping Center and Harbor Shops 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.
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.
