Barrier Island Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
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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.
Las Olas Boulevard
Shops, art galleries and restaurants line a two-lane street that is Fort Lauderdale’s answer to California’s Rodeo Drive.
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 casinos.
Things to do
Water Taxi All Day hop-on hop-off Venice of America Boat Tour
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Fort Lauderdale: 90-minute Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink
Key West Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
Evening Boat Cruise through Downtown Ft. Lauderdale
Top hotels in Barrier Island
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
I would not recommend anyone staying at this property. It’s so run down, dirty, and in ill repair. The owners or investors of this property are only concerned with dollars not a great experience or how the property looks. The lobby is nice but this is definitely not an ART DECO HOTEL. Whoever has ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
Most beautiful beach in Fl I’ve seen. Resort was very nice— good food, pool and amenities! Would definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Pier Sixty-Six (Pier 66)
Amazing hotel. My kids loved the slides and swam all day!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
We stayed in an ocean front room. The view was wonderful and the room was clean and comfortable. The staff was kind and helpful. We enjoyed the pickleball courts and the amazing restaurants. Wonderful trip!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hollywood Beachside Boutique Suites
This property is less than a block from the boardwalk and beach. Great location. Room was clean and well kept. In our specific room the bed needs to be replaced (the mattress was old and the springs were noisy when getting in and out of bed.not a comfy mattress.) and and the refrigerator was quite ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Palm Tree Club Miami Hotel
Room was dirty! Floor was filthy I couldn't even walk to the bathroom with out my shoes. Husband complained to front desk, he was told all housekeeper were gone. Did not offer anything as a solution! Husband asked for a mop and extra towels, never received either! The pictures look good , don't let ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 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, Harbor Shops and Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 2 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 Las Olas Beach.
Seven Isles
While Seven Isles isn't home to many top sights, Las Olas Beach and Las Olas Boulevard 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 Las Olas 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.
