Stranahan House is the home of Fort Lauderdale pioneers Frank and Ivy Stranahan. Built in 1901 as a trading post and converted into a residence for the Stranahans in 1906, the house is the oldest surviving structure in Broward County. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974 and today operates as a historic house museum. The House is open for guided tours at 1, 2, and 3 p.m. daily, and hosts special events throughout the year.
One of the most unique attractions within Fort Lauderdale, Fla., is its waterways. Over 300 miles of navigable boating avenues snake through this glamorous city and the county of over a million; by boat is a fascinating way to see the city and get a true feel of the "Venice of America" – and why it's called this. Whether for sightseeing or as a mode of daily transportation, the Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi is the trolley in the water, and it's probably the best way to see it all.
Don't let the word taxi fool you; this is more than that. The captain and crew are a wealth of information and inform their riders with recommendations of where to dine, where to grab a drink and where to be entertained. In fact, many locals use the Water Taxi to hop from restaurant to restaurant, club to bar, all safely and easily. And, of course, to impress their out-of-town guests.
Address: Pick up/Drop off at Pier 66!
Phone Number: 954-467-6677
Website: http://watertaxi.com/
Everglades Holiday Park - A Tour Through the Everglades You Will Never Forget!
What if you could take an amazing journey across a river of grass surrounded by wild animals in their natural habitat – but all from the comfort of a covered airboat? Welcome to Everglades Holiday Park, home to the Gator Boys Alligator Rescue and family fun destination in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. When it’s time to take to the water, climb aboard a state-of-the-art vessel for an unforgettable Everglades airboat ride. The ultimate airboat thrill awaits in the gorgeous Florida Everglades!
Airboat Tours & Gator Show Hours:
7 Days a Week: We open at 9AM (Rain or Shine)
Last boat (with gator show before tour) departs at 4:40PM
Last boat (without gator show) departs at 5:00PM
Address: Everglades Wildlife Management Area - Water Conservation Area 3A, 21940 Griffin Rd,
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33332
Phone Number: 954-434-8311
Website: www.evergladesholidaypark.com
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Broward Center for the Performing Arts is one of the area's premier arts and entertainment venues located right along the New River in Downtown Fort Lauderdale. Ranked among the top venues in the world, this is a beautiful spot to enjoy some of the world's greatest concerts, ballet and theater performances.
Address: 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Phone number:
(954) 462-0222
Website:
https://www.browardcenter.org/
Enjoy a cruise on the World Famous Jungle Queen
Travel along the New River in Fort Lauderdale and see spectacular homes and yachting vessels! Visit our private island and enjoy tropical animals and the alligator show! Check out the world-famous Jungle Queen riverboat cruise where you will find lots of options to choose from. Jungle Queen offers a dinner cruise featuring chicken and shrimp and bar-b-que ribs! Or... take a morning or afternoon cruise!! Whatever cruise you choose, you are sure to have a wonderful time! Open 9a.m. - 6p.m.
Address: Bahia Mar Yachting Center, 801 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Phone number: (954) 462-5596
Website: http://www.junglequeen.com/
Sunset Cruise on a Catameran
Enjoy one of the finest sunsets in the world right off the coastal shores of Fort Lauderdale Beach! Take a ride on a large catamaran to wach the sunset!
Address:
801 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Phone number: (888) 489-6515
Website: http://spiritoffortlauderdale.com/
The Top 10 Charter Boat Experiences Near Pier 66
If you enjoy fishing, The coastal waters off of Fort Lauderdale offer some of the finest fishing in the world!! Catch a monster fish of one of Fort Lauderdale's best charter boats!
Website: https://www.yelp.com/search?cflt=boatcharters&find_near=hyatt-regency-pier-66-fort-lauderdale
So many things to do in Fort Lauderdale...
Check out Trip Advisor's Top Things To Do in Fort Lauderdale! From Classic bicycle tours, Segue Tours, and Ghost Tours, to some of the area's finest shopping and dining experiences... Fort Lauderdale will provide memories that will last a lifetime!!
