The 15 Best Things to Do in Fort Lauderdale

Water Taxi All Day hop-on hop-off Venice of America Boat Tour - Las Olas, Riverside, and Stranahan House

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,932 reviews · 1 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $38Our pick

Ride Fort Lauderdale’s waterways all day, with live commentary, 20 stops, beach access, dining, shopping, and a Hollywood connection.

“We had a fantastic day on the water taxi! It’s a great way to enjoy a day on the water for a reasonable price. We learned a little about the area, had a couple of beverages, and enjoyed the beautiful weather and scenery. If you want to do all three sections of the route, get an early start. We left Hollywood at 10am on the first boat, stopped at Las Olas for an hour for lunch, then continued all the way to Pompano Beach, making the required boat changes. We stopped at Bokampers for an hour for dinner on the way back at returned to Hollywood by 8pm. The evening…”

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VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!

2.VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,952 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $32

Cruise Fort Lauderdale’s New River, Intracoastal Waterway, and Port Everglades aboard the Carrie B, with mansions, yachts, history, and a full bar.

“Very good tour guide....let's of good information. Great weather, fabulous views, and a very professional tour”

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Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours & Rides

3.Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours & Rides

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,884 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Ride an airboat through the Everglades from Fort Lauderdale, spot alligators and birds, hear lively local stories, and learn about conservation.

“The guide was great and funny. The experience was all I thought it would be. I learned more information then I knew”

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Everglades: Sawgrass Park Day Time Airboat Tour & Exhibits

4.Sawgrass Park Day Time Airboat Tour & Exhibits

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,857 reviews · 40 min · from $33

Ride an airboat through the Everglades, spot wild alligators and birds, then visit Sawgrass Park’s reptile exhibit for a baby gator encounter.

“It was great. Thank you. And the alligator tacos were so fire”

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Florida Everglades Airboat Adventure and Wildlife Encounter

5.Florida Everglades Airboat Adventure and Wildlife Encounter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,791 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $33

Review of the Fort Lauderdale Everglades airboat tour, with wildlife tips, exhibit details, pricing, timing, and honest advice before you book.

“The beauty of nature is incredible. Be aware that you may not see many gators during the daytime tour (but definitely on the night tour). But still, the sights of the Everglades and the ride on the airboat are wonderful and worth it.”

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

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,753 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $31Best value

Cruise Fort Lauderdale’s New River for 90 minutes of mansions, mega yachts, local stories, and calm canal views for $31.

“Nice boat ride pointing out the yachts and homes of the waterside wealthy of Ft. Lauderdale. Fun for all.”

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1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early)

7.1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,483 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $35Top rated

Review of Fort Lauderdale’s 1-hour Bluefoot Pirate Cruise, with water cannons, treasure hunts, pirate costumes, family tips, and honest value advice.

“Wonderful, well organized experience that was great for the kids. I would highly recommend. Good job Capt. Black Sparrow and Alligator Al!”

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

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,158 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $80

Fort Lauderdale’s Jungle Queen cruise pairs Millionaire’s Row views with all-you-can-eat BBQ, a tropical-isle show, and practical tips.

“Bar on boat is on second level. Cash not excepted on boat or island. Credit card or tap only. Fun trip, nice cruise & show. Food was good.”

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Fort Lauderdale Segway Tour

9.Fort Lauderdale Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,017 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Review of Fort Lauderdale’s 2.5-hour Segway tour, with Riverwalk views, yachts, beach sights, safety tips, pricing, and honest advice.

“My husband and I had such an amazing time. It was a first for both of us so we were a little skeptical. However, Mike made us feel very comfortable. He trained both of us for approximately 20 minutes in a parking lot before he ever started the tour. I felt like very confident before we began the tour, and I felt like a pro by the end of the tour.”

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Evening Boat Cruise through Downtown Ft. Lauderdale

10.Evening Boat Cruise through Downtown Ft. Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 902 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

Review of Fort Lauderdale’s BYOB sunset party cruise, with skyline views, yachts, mansions, music, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.

“It was fun and informative. Highly recommend it. Beautiful houses and relaxing experience. Ryan and Mike were amazing.”

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Everglades VIP Airboat Tour with Transportation Included

11.Everglades VIP Airboat Tour with Transportation Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 696 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $65

Review the $65 Everglades VIP airboat tour from Fort Lauderdale, with hotel pickup, wildlife spotting, guide tips, value advice, and practical details.

“Absolutely a wonderful and amazing tour. And the tour bus driver Demetrius that picked us up was awesome . Highly recommend”

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Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Ft. Lauderdale

12.Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Ft. Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 692 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99

Fort Lauderdale sunset catamaran cruise with Millionaires Row, open-ocean sailing, champagne, Port Everglades views, and a relaxed crew.

“This cruise was amazing! The crew did a very nice job on the water. We were lucky enough to catch some dolphins as well! 100% recommend this sunset cruise!”

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Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat

13.Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 685 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes to 10 hours (approx.) · from $295

Explore the Everglades with a naturalist on an airboat, Big Cypress hike, Ten Thousand Islands cruise, wildlife stops, and lunch.

“Lindsay was awesome and all aspects of the experience were fun. From picking us up at our hotel in Miami Beach to dropping us back off in the evening, everything was really well run and no time was wasted -- and we learned a bunch in the process!”

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Drift Fishing Trip off the Coast of Fort Lauderdale

14.Drift Fishing Trip off the Coast of Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 644 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $85

Review of Fort Lauderdale’s four-hour drift fishing trip, with reef fishing, gear, fish cleaning, crew tips, costs, and practical advice.

“Will and Jack truly made our fishing experience memorable! Great guys who were passionate about fishing and ensuring we enjoyed our first ocean fishing experience. We will definitely be back!”

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