Central Beach Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
Visit Central Beach
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 romantic 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
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Miami: 1-hour Jetcar Rental
Ocean Parasailing Adventure In Fort Lauderdale, FL
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood FL
Fort Lauderdale: 90-minute Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink
Top hotels in Central Beach
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Room was clean and service staff was very friendly and responsive. Outdoor pool and bar service was great, beach bar staffed by Calu (bartender) was also great and well stocked.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort
Good one
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Atlantic Hotel & Spa
Room very clean and staff was wonderful.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
Convenient location, great service
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach
great hotel! Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
W Fort Lauderdale
It was a wonderful experience! We loved the hotel and the staff.
Reviewed on 29 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.
