Book a Fort Lauderdale vacation rental in the downtown Riverwalk District and wake up to this lush oasis in the heart of the city. Running alongside the city's New River, this buzzy, tropical walkway is a vibrant attraction lined with shops and galleries, and cafes and bars. And if you don't fancy walking it, hop on the free Riverwalk Water Trolley. Or visit Stranahan House, the former home of the city's founders, Frank and Ivy Stranahan. Built in 1901, it's the oldest house in Broward County and now a fascinating history museum.
Promising 23 miles of buttery sands fringed with swaying palm trees, the beaches of Fort Lauderdale rival many along this coast. Come and paddle in the Atlantic Ocean, spot dolphins on a sea life safari cruise, or pull in a marlin from one of the many fishing piers. And as the sun goes down, the beachfront wakes up. Kick back with a sundowner and a shrimp cocktail in the array of seafood restaurants and buzzy beach bars which dot Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard.
Florida's sunshine record is frankly unbeatable. And Fort Lauderdale has it in spades. While it sees plenty of the hot stuff throughout the year, the best time to visit is between December and April, when temperatures are a comfortable 80 degrees. It's also the busiest time, and Fort Lauderdale vacation rentals get booked up quickly. The summer months are very hot and very humid, and susceptible to heavy rain showers and hurricanes, so pack a strong umbrella, as well as your sunscreen.
Perched on Florida's Atlantic Coast, Fort Lauderdale is a popular sun-drenched city 28 miles north of Miami. An hour's drive southwest of the beach city is Florida's iconic Everglades National Park, with 1.5 million-acres of wetlands dominating Florida's southern tip. Made up largely of mangroves, it's best navigated by flat-bottomed airboats which buzz around the glades. There are hundreds of guided boat tours on offer. The area is popular with birdwatchers and nature lovers, and is also home to a wealth of wildlife, from leatherback turtles and manatee, to the snappy Floridian alligator.
Fly into Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL-Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.), the closest airport, located 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could book a flight to Fort Lauderdale, FL (FXE-Fort Lauderdale Executive), which is 6.5 mi (10.5 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, Fort Lauderdale Station, Fort Lauderdale Station and Fort Lauderdale Cypress Creek Station are the main stations in the area.
Kids will love the family-focused attractions in Fort Lauderdale. Vacation homes can be found near kid-friendly locations like the Museum of Discovery and Science, a science facility with interactive exhibits and an eco-center, and Butterfly World, a vibrant botanical garden with free-flying butterflies and birds and an insect museum. The Anne Kolb Nature Center, a nature reserve with walking and paddling trails through a mangrove and an aquarium, is also great for kids.
Fort Lauderdale is a haven for a couple’s retreat. Romantic vacation homes are available near places like East Las Olas Boulevard, an upscale shopping district with boutiques, restaurants, and art galleries, and the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, a historic plantation home with lush gardens and period furnishings. You'll also enjoy Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, a tropical lagoon with diverse wildlife and hiking trails.
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