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 seaside 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

Miami: 1-hour Jetcar Rental

Ocean Parasailing Adventure In Fort Lauderdale, FL

Bimini Bahamas Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale via Fast Ferry

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood FL
Top hotels in Central Beach

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Food selection and bar under staffed. Long wait for food and drinks.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort
Staff was very courteous and helpful
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

The Atlantic Hotel & Spa
Staff was outstanding and attentive. Oceanfront view was spectacular Room could use an upgrade on little things like grab bars in shower with slippery marble floors. Screens on balconies (birds flew in our room) ice trays for fridge or ice in hall And Expedia could explain extra fees like $55 a day ...
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
room was good . some one tried to charge something to my room and they immediately reconciled it. Very happy with food, amenities and room!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach
Great resort, rooms, staff, and restaurants! Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

W Fort Lauderdale
Nice hotel friendly
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
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.
