Fort Lauderdale Beach / Central Beach
Resort beach strip, walkable to sand and bars
City hotel guide
Fort Lauderdale
Located 30 miles north of Miami along the Atlantic Ocean, Fort Lauderdale is the seat of Broward County and the tenth-most populous city in Florida. Known as the 'Venice of America,' the city features 165 miles of inland waterways and serves as the 'yachting capital of the world' with over 50,000 registered yachts. It is also home to Port Everglades, the world's third-busiest cruise port, handling nearly four million passengers annually. With an average year-round temperature of 75.5°F and 3,000 hours of sunshine, Fort Lauderdale offers a diverse economy spanning marine, aerospace, and film industries. For hotel travelers, the city provides a unique blend of coastal relaxation, luxury maritime culture, and convenient access to the greater Miami metropolitan area.
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Best time to visit
☀️ Best months: Jan–Mar, May, Oct
Jan24° / 16°💧84mm
Feb26° / 19°💧69mm
Mar27° / 20°💧66mm
Apr28° / 21°💧165mm
May29° / 22°💧155mm
Jun30° / 23°💧351mm
Jul31° / 25°💧152mm
Aug31° / 25°💧200mm
Sep31° / 24°💧340mm
Oct29° / 22°💧148mm
Nov27° / 21°💧196mm
Dec24° / 18°💧157mm
High/low are monthly means, 💧 is mean monthly precipitation (2022–23, Open-Meteo); green = comfortable & drier.
Where to stay
Downtown / Las Olas
Dining, galleries, Riverwalk, easy connections
17th Street Causeway / Harbordale
Practical hotel zone near port and airport
Victoria Park
Leafy, quieter, between Las Olas and beach
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Low-rise beach town with small-hotel feel
Wilton Manors
LGBTQ nightlife and restaurants on Wilton Drive
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Getting there & around
From the airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the main airport. To Downtown/Las Olas, taxi or rideshare is usually the simplest at about 10-20 minutes; allow 15-30 minutes to the beach. Broward County Transit Route 1 runs daily from the Rental Car Center, Stop G, to Broward Central Terminal downtown, roughly 25-40 minutes. Tri-Rail has a free shuttle from FLL terminals to the Airport Station at Dania Beach, useful for Miami, Hollywood, or Palm Beach trips, but less direct for most downtown hotels. From Miami International Airport (MIA), use Tri-Rail from Miami Airport Station or Brightline from MiamiCentral; total trip to Fort Lauderdale is commonly about 60-90 minutes with transfers, while taxi/rideshare can be 35-70+ minutes depending on I-95 traffic.
FLL airport guide (official info · terminals · lounges) →
Around the city
Fort Lauderdale has no metro. Broward County Transit buses are the main public transit; use the RideBCT app for trip planning, real-time bus info, and mobile fares/passes. SoFloGO can help with regional trips across Broward, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach, and Tri-Rail. Brightline is convenient between downtown Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Aventura, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and Orlando; Tri-Rail is the commuter-rail option. The Water Taxi is useful and scenic along the Intracoastal, beach, Las Olas, and 17th Street areas, but plan it like a leisurely hop-on boat rather than a fast commute. For beach hotels, check parking and drawbridge delays before relying on a car.
🚆 Fort Lauderdale station🚆 Fort Lauderdale🚆 Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood Tri-Rail station
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Before choosing where to stay
Where to Base
Base yourself in downtown Fort Lauderdale or along the New River. This area places you near numerous marinas and canals, ideal for experiencing the city's water-centric lifestyle. As the most populous city in Broward County, it offers a wide range of accommodations and easy access to major business districts and tourist attractions.
Getting Around
Leverage the 165-mile waterway network for unique transit experiences. By land, the city is well-connected within the Miami Metro Area, offering public transport and car rental options. Port Everglades provides convenient access for cruise passengers arriving or transiting through the region.
Best Season
The city is suitable for year-round visits with an average temperature of 75.5°F (24.2°C). Enjoy 3,000 hours of sunshine annually, ensuring ample opportunities for outdoor activities. The warm climate and vibrant atmosphere make it particularly appealing for water sports enthusiasts regardless of the season.
Nearby attractions
Chase Stadium
soccer stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale
art museum in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
Lockhart Stadium
former stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Stonewall National Museum Archives & Library
Museum and Library
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
Florida state park
Museum of Discovery and Science
non-profit organization in the USA
Fort Lauderdale Stadium
stadium in Fort Lauderdale, United States
Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church
church in Florida, USA
John U. Lloyd Beach State Park
State park in Florida, United States
Dania Beach Hurricane
amusement ride
Dining
Heritage
Sometimes being single-minded pays off, and it's certainly true at Chef Rino Cerbone's casual, contemporary spot in trendy Flagler Village. It's all about pizza here (with a few pastas and salads, and starters like crispy Roman artichokes), but don't expect your run-of-the-mill marinara-topped disc. Instead, this place doles out highly customized pies with different sauces and unusually appealing toppings. Case in point? The squash blossom and cold-pulled burrata pizza sauced with chunky sherry marinara. More New York-style than Neapolitan, it's hard to leave leftovers. Do, though, as dessert
WebsiteEvelyn's
It may be tucked inside the Four Seasons Hotel Fort Lauderdale, but you're in for a different experience at Evelyn's. As might be expected given the location, the look is coastal chic with views extending over the pool and beyond to the Atlantic Ocean. Coastal Floridian influences find their way into dishes with a Levantine focus. Begin with their French onion labneh, a slightly sweet spread served with paper-thin, buckwheat lavash and house-made pita. Skewers, perhaps the pomegranate-glazed ora king salmon, are even better with a side of spiced basmati rice and lentils served with key lime tz
WebsiteDaniel's, A Florida Steakhouse
A busy bar, a dining room with dark wood tables and banquette seating, and moody lighting—Daniel's looks like a page ripped from the playbook of American steakhouses. This is a place to come with a group, as the large menu of steakhouse favorites is designed for sampling and sharing. Settle in over wagyu tartare or a Floridian take on oysters Rockefeller before tucking in to one of the perfectly cooked steaks. Of course there must be sides, especially grilled asparagus and corn pudding. Desserts may be sized for a crowd but it's difficult not to indulge when met with classics like key lime pie
WebsiteLarb Thai-Isan
This restaurant brings plenty of color, character, and Thai flair (note the tuk tuk in the back) to a space nestled within a busy shopping center in Fort Lauderdale. It's always busy and there are no reservations, but it's worth the wait. Their large menu is far from standard, including everything from curries, noodle dishes, and salads to signature dishes from the Isan region. Like spicy? They'll ask for your preference and won't hold back if you indicate you're a heat seeker. Dishes to order include Yum Naem Khao Tod, a classic crispy rice salad studded with fermented sausage and mixed with
WebsiteTamarindo Harbor Italian Bar & Grill
Italian
Sasaya Japanese Market
Japanese
Auntie Anne's
Bakery
Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza and Wings
Pizza
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