Barrier Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Barrier Island
Popular places to visit
Pier 66 Marina
Explore the waterfront of Pier 66 Marina in Fort Lauderdale, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's breathtaking sunrises.
Fort Lauderdale Beach
With seven miles of flawless beach, a team of dedicated lifeguards and luxury retailers and restaurants, this is the perfect Florida vacation destination.
Hollywood Beach
Ice cream parlors, a music stage and a water playground are among the highlights of the lively boulevard backing onto this picturesque beach.
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
This vibrant district packed with chic boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants offers a welcome break from the beach.
Activities
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Evening Boat Cruise through Downtown Ft. Lauderdale
Water Taxi All Day hop-on hop-off Venice of America Boat Tour
Venice of America Tour | Millionaire's Row | Complimentary Drinks
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
Our pick of the best Barrier Island Hotel Deals
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
It is sad because I stayed at this hotel several times before and never had any complains. This time ,my room did not have all the towels needed the first day , the hair dryer was broken , toilet seat loose from the floor , no dj on the pool which is one of the things made us come back all the time ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Pier Sixty-Six (Pier 66)
Beautiful hotel with an excellent renovation from its original structure. Room, view and balcony were really nice. Only one minor disappointment was the lack of a sit down or buffet breakfast in the main lobby. There was a decent cafe style kiosk in the lobby with many food choices however. I prefer ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
Wonderful place with the best staff. Everything you need in one location! Multiple food and drink options, an ice cream/soda shop and resort gift shop.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
Nice hotel but the restaurants are way overpriced for the quality of food you get.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
The room was clean, but very humid, AC was set at 55 when we arrived, turned up to 73, but remained humid all night.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Fort Lauderdale Marriott North
Staff very friendly, Rooms very nice , pool area and beach area are perfect , restaurants were very good.
Reviewed on 8 May 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, Southport Shopping Center and Harbor Shops 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 Lauderdale Yacht Club Marina.
Seven Isles
While Seven Isles isn't home to many top sights, Las Olas Boulevard and Fort Lauderdale Beach 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 Sebastian Street 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.
