Independence Bay Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 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.
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 lively festivals and breathtaking sunrises.
Top hotels in Independence Bay
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
The staff was courteous however the grounds was unattended trash cigarette butts overflowing trash cans. It was good and a great location. It maybe an East Coast thing. A lot of tourists from abroad. Price was right. Food was expensive for what it was.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
It was good
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
Large rooms with separate sitting room with tv coach and table and chairs. Excellent complimentary breakfast each morning w breads, fruits, cereals and an omelet station. A decent work out facility and a good location with many restaurants near.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Ocean Sky Hotel and Resort
rooms were very clean. Price of food at the restaurant was ridiculous. We would have eaten there if it was more affordable. Madison at the shop in the hotel was outstanding. Front desk was very pleasant and helpful
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruiseport by IHG
Room clean, staff courteous and shout out to the lady running the store. Very nice lady and very helpful.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
Nice, Classic Hotel with a beautiful beach!
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Independence Bay
Lighthouse Point
Travellers like the beaches in Lighthouse Point, and Lighthouse Point Tennis Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Avalon Harbor
When in Avalon Harbor, you can plan a visit to Pompano Citi Centre and Pompano Beach Municipal Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Galt Mile
Though Galt Mile may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Coral Ridge Mall and Lauderdale by the Sea Beach.
Coral Ridge
While Coral Ridge isn't home to many top sights, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Coral Ridge Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lauderdale Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lauderdale Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Fort Lauderdale Beach and Coral Ridge Mall.
Central Fort Lauderdale
While visiting Central Fort Lauderdale, you might make a stop by sights like Osswald Park and Sistrink Marketplace & Brewery.
