Guidebook for Fort Lauderdale
Entertainment & Activities
AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater boasts the largest movie screen in South Florida. Right across the little plaza is the Museum of Discovery and Science.
69 locals recommend
AutoNation® IMAX 3D Theater
401 SW 2nd StAutoNation IMAX 3D Theater boasts the largest movie screen in South Florida. Right across the little plaza is the Museum of Discovery and Science.
Food Scene
One of the best BBQ places I have ever tried. The ribs are always flavorful and tender! This is the restaurant that I recommend to anyone in the area. Best to be there before or after the 6 PM rush.
31 locals recommend
Tom Jenkins BBQ
1236 S Federal HwyOne of the best BBQ places I have ever tried. The ribs are always flavorful and tender! This is the restaurant that I recommend to anyone in the area. Best to be there before or after the 6 PM rush.
Great food, friendly staff, and you can feed the fishes near their dock .
104 locals recommend
15th Street Fisheries
1900 SE 15th StGreat food, friendly staff, and you can feed the fishes near their dock .
Great food, they can accommodate big groups. Right on the water, and if you are feeling adventurous, try the heart attack burger; pretty delicious!
22 locals recommend
Jimbo's Sand Bar
6200 N Ocean DrGreat food, they can accommodate big groups. Right on the water, and if you are feeling adventurous, try the heart attack burger; pretty delicious!
A cozy little place that serves great Cuban food. A great place for a romantic dinner or with a group of friends. I would recommend calling to make sure they have space should you go in a group of 4 or more.
9 locals recommend
Cubano's by Mario
1611 N Federal HwyA cozy little place that serves great Cuban food. A great place for a romantic dinner or with a group of friends. I would recommend calling to make sure they have space should you go in a group of 4 or more.
Shopping
A variety of shops and restaurants that cater to virtually any need.
653 locals recommend
The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale
2414 E Sunrise BlvdA variety of shops and restaurants that cater to virtually any need.
A popular spot to go to, since it's a mix of fresh produce, a mini amusement park, souvenir shops, and a variety of food stalls. Not to mention the actual drive-in movie theater!
125 locals recommend
Swap Shop & Thunderbird Drive-In Theater
3291 W Sunrise BlvdA popular spot to go to, since it's a mix of fresh produce, a mini amusement park, souvenir shops, and a variety of food stalls. Not to mention the actual drive-in movie theater!
Essentials
A great grocery store with a deli and bakery. Their subs (nicknamed pubsubs by the locals) is something that every Floridian knows about. The chicken tender sub is a local favorite. Please note that this Publix has a parking garage instead of a parking lot.
109 locals recommend
Publix Super Market at Las Olas
601 S Andrews AveA great grocery store with a deli and bakery. Their subs (nicknamed pubsubs by the locals) is something that every Floridian knows about. The chicken tender sub is a local favorite. Please note that this Publix has a parking garage instead of a parking lot.
Winn-Dixie
680 N Federal HwyGreat grocery store filled with the essentials.
Parks & Nature
Las Olas beach is known to have the big "Wish you were here!" -ish signs, great for photos, and to walk around. Plenty of restaurants to try.
454 locals recommend
Las Olas Beach
2915 E Las Olas BlvdLas Olas beach is known to have the big "Wish you were here!" -ish signs, great for photos, and to walk around. Plenty of restaurants to try.
A wonderful place to relax on the beach and enjoy the sights of sunny Fort Lauderdale. A local and tourist attraction.
145 locals recommend
Fort Lauderdale Beach Park
1005 Seabreeze BlvdA wonderful place to relax on the beach and enjoy the sights of sunny Fort Lauderdale. A local and tourist attraction.
Arts & Culture
A great collection of art, exhibits currently on display are "WILLIAM J. GLACKENS AND PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR: AFFINITIES AND DISTINCTIONS" and "REMEMBER TO REACT: 60 YEARS OF COLLECTING".
A fascinating collection of art that will undoubtedly inspire.
188 locals recommend
NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
1 E Las Olas BlvdA great collection of art, exhibits currently on display are "WILLIAM J. GLACKENS AND PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR: AFFINITIES AND DISTINCTIONS" and "REMEMBER TO REACT: 60 YEARS OF COLLECTING".
A fascinating collection of art that will undoubtedly inspire.
Sightseeing
The Bonnet House Museum and Gardens is a mix of art, architecture, history, and ecology. Beautiful landscapes and stunning decoration from the 1920's are a sure way to spend an afternoon.
314 locals recommend
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
900 N Birch RdThe Bonnet House Museum and Gardens is a mix of art, architecture, history, and ecology. Beautiful landscapes and stunning decoration from the 1920's are a sure way to spend an afternoon.
An iconic path to stroll down, a lot of restaurants and bars to see and visit. The water taxi makes a stop around which makes it accessible to many other spots.
134 locals recommend
Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale
888 E Las Olas BlvdAn iconic path to stroll down, a lot of restaurants and bars to see and visit. The water taxi makes a stop around which makes it accessible to many other spots.