Central Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fort Lauderdale which includes interior views
Fort Lauderdale featuring interior views
Fort Lauderdale showing tropical scenes, night scenes and street scenes
Fort Lauderdale which includes a river or creek
Fort Lauderdale which includes boating, a marina and a bay or harbour

Popular places to visit

Las Olas Beach

Las Olas Beach

5/5(1 review)

A lively boulevard dotted with ritzy yachts and mansions runs alongside this glorious bay, known for its clear water and fun evening vibe.

Las Olas Beach
Bahia Mar Marina

Bahia Mar Marina

Explore the waterfront in Fort Lauderdale with a trip to Bahia Mar Marina. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Bahia Mar Marina
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens showing tropical scenes, landscape views and a park

Bonnet House Museum and Gardens

Walk into a historic Caribbean-style plantation house surrounded by breathtaking gardens at this impressive waterfront estate.

Bonnet House Museum and Gardens
Sebastian Street Beach

Sebastian Street Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sebastian Street Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Fort Lauderdale. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Sebastian Street Beach
Fort Lauderdale Beach Park

Fort Lauderdale Beach Park

Cook a meal for your family on the grill, play basketball by the ocean and let your kids frolic in the play areas in this eclectic park.

Fort Lauderdale Beach Park

Jungle Queen Riverboat

Explore the waterfront of Jungle Queen Riverboat in Fort Lauderdale, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Jungle Queen Riverboat

Activities

Ft. Lauderdale: Party Boat Tour to the Sandbar with Tunes

Ft. Lauderdale: Party Boat Tour to the Sandbar with Tunes

AU$99
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ft. Lauderdale: Party Boat Tour to the Sandbar with Tunes
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale

Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale

AU$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale: 90 Minute Sightseeing Cruise Las Olas New River

Fort Lauderdale: 90-minute Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink

AU$54
per adult
Fort Lauderdale: 90-minute Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink
Romantic Sunset Cruise on board Spirit of Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale

Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Ft. Lauderdale

AU$151
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Ft. Lauderdale
All You Can Eat BBQ Dinner and Show at Tropical Isle with Sightseeing Cruise

All You Can Eat BBQ Dinner and Show at Tropical Isle with Sightseeing Cruise

AU$122
per adult
All You Can Eat BBQ Dinner and Show at Tropical Isle with Sightseeing Cruise
Venice of America Tour | Millionaire's Row | Complimentary Drinks

Venice of America Tour | Millionaire's Row | Complimentary Drinks

AU$69
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Venice of America Tour | Millionaire's Row | Complimentary Drinks
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Our pick of the best Central Beach Hotel Deals

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach

4 out of 5
1140 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
The price is AU$320 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$320
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 3 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,971 reviews)
"I checked in and saw familiar face Diana B I. Was able to get in my room and it was a lovely location super grateful to the staff always wonderful when I return also a treat to see Mark in the bar and the mermaid…."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort

Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort

4 out of 5
505 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
The price is AU$380 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$380
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,868 reviews)
"Initially was not happy because a huge hold was put on my card which was not advised to me when booking through Expedia. However, your staff was AMAZING! Huge thank you to Taylor and Chris for showing us great hospitality and service! They are the reason we will be back for sure!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort
Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach

Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach

5 out of 5
551 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
The price is AU$482 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$482
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"10/10 always, no need to look at other hotels as this place checks all the boxes. I have stayed here plenty of times and the service is top tier year round. Also, the two restaurants vitola & takato are incredible!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach
W Fort Lauderdale

W Fort Lauderdale

4.5 out of 5
401 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL
The price is AU$411 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$411
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,094 reviews)
"Beautiful"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

W Fort Lauderdale
AC Hotel by Marriott Fort Lauderdale Beach

AC Hotel by Marriott Fort Lauderdale Beach

3.5 out of 5
3029 Alhambra Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$307 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$307
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (776 reviews)
"Location close to the beach and restaurants"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Fort Lauderdale Beach
Hotel Maren Fort Lauderdale Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Maren Fort Lauderdale Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
525 S Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL
The price is AU$347 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$347
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,271 reviews)
"Sean at the front to grab our bags and help us pit with floght delays, food and activity suggestions was the best!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hotel Maren Fort Lauderdale Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Beach

Fort Lauderdale which includes interior views

East Fort Lauderdale

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in East Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.

East Fort Lauderdale
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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.

Las Olas Isles
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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.

Harbor Beach
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Barrier Island

While visiting Barrier Island, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Pier 66 Marina.

Barrier Island
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Victoria Park

While visiting Victoria Park, you might make a stop by sights like Parker Playhouse and Jimmy Evert Tennis Center.

Victoria Park
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Birch Park Finger Streets

If you're spending some time in Birch Park Finger Streets, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park are top sights worth seeing.

Birch Park Finger Streets

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