Central Beach Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
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Popular places to visit
Las Olas Beach
A lively boulevard dotted with ritzy yachts and mansions runs alongside this glorious bay, known for its clear water and fun evening vibe.
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.
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.
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens
Stroll through the grounds and historic house at this beachfront estate.
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.
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.
Things to do
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
Ocean Parasailing Adventure In Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale: 90-minute Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink
Top hotels in Central Beach
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Great location, outdated rooms
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort
Great location,,
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach
I hardly ever give reviews, but this place was so bad I feel I must say something. Traveling for 25 years in 4 star hotels, service was horrible at front desk. Ask about a restaurant right around the corner, and lady said she has been there 10 years and never heard of it. It’s Ozzie’s and it was ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
W Fort Lauderdale
Glorious reset 🙏 💝
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort by Vacatia
Great location to beach, pool area nice , walking distance to market, stores, restaurants. Found it to be quite pricey however as building showing signs of age, rooms nice size but again needs updating as furniture walls need upgrade . Check in process easy staff friendly. I would suggest with the ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central 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.
East Fort Lauderdale
If you're spending some time in East Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Boulevard 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.
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.
Barrier Island
While visiting Barrier Island, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Pier 66 Marina.
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.
