Barrier Island Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
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Popular places to visit
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
Sawgrass Mills
One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.
Las Olas Boulevard
Shops, art galleries and restaurants line a two-lane street that is Fort Lauderdale’s answer to California’s Rodeo Drive.
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.
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.
Things to do
Evening Boat Cruise through Downtown Ft. Lauderdale
Bimini Bahamas Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale via Fast Ferry
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
Fort Lauderdale: 90-minute Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink
Top hotels in Barrier Island
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
All good But the bath shower was clogged But still giving 5 stars for the overall experience Thank you
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Pier Sixty-Six (Pier 66)
This is an incredible property serious. I travel a lot and have yet to see or experience many hotels that can beat this. Rooms are great and the resort is spectacular. The beds and linens are the best you can find. Great in all aspects.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
Wonderful resort.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
Room was clean, staff was great and loved the spa!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Best Western Plus Oceanside Inn
The breakfast was like other hotels. Decent and very clean. Hotel night manager Robert was wonderful. The newer front desk manager was a great help. She helped me confirm my airline ticket. The hotel is older but it’s right on the water and they kept it clean
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Barley House
We loved the hotel. The rooms were surprisingly beautiful and nicer than I'd expect for the price point. The breakfast bar was also beautiful, but wished there was a little more variety. My only complaint...The pillows were the overly stuffed decorative full full type that I don't know how anyone ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
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.
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.
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.
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Harbor Shops and Southport Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
