Shady Banks Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
Popular places to visit
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.
Sawgrass Mills
One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.
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 shops.
Things to do
Water Taxi All Day hop-on hop-off Venice of America Boat Tour
Evening Boat Cruise through Downtown Ft. Lauderdale
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Everglades Airboat Adventure with Alligator & Reptile Exhibit
Top hotels in Shady Banks
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
"With both my husband and myself, having busy scoundrels, we decided to take a staycation overnight, and it was amazing"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort
"The room is very spacious as well as the bathroom that has bathtub. With the reservation you have 1 hour kayak or paddleboard rent included. Breakfast buffet a little expensive but great food"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coral Springs South
"Good"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
"The property is currently under construction, but the room and lobby areas are clean. The staff were quick to acknowledge that I entered the lobby. As we checked out, I noticed a few questions in the pool. Their cheerful play almost enticed me to extend my stay so that I could enjoy the cool water ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Pier Sixty-Six (Pier 66)
"This place was really really nice. First class I’d definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Riverside Hotel
"Good place"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shady Banks
Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Cosy bars a bustling port and top sights from Las Olas Boulevard to Broward County Library – discover Downtown Fort Lauderdale, a destination also famous for its beaches.
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 2 and Southport Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Victoria Park
While visiting Victoria Park, you might make a stop by sights like Parker Playhouse and Jimmy Evert Tennis Center.
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 Lauderdale Yacht Club Marina.
Central Fort Lauderdale
While visiting Central Fort Lauderdale, you might make a stop by sights like Sistrink Marketplace & Brewery and Andrews Living Art Studio.
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.
