Randy’s guidebook
For the kids
Even for diehard beach lovers and outdoorsy types, the blazing Florida sun can often get too oppressive, especially during the summer months.
The Museum of Discovery and Science is located on SW 2nd Street in Fort Lauderdale and is the perfect attraction for those traveling with kids who need to be entertained and engaged.
The museum’s interactive exhibits are spread over multiple floors and touch on space, the natural world, aviation, and technology. Though it was designed with kids in mind, grownups and older children usually end-up having a blast too.
There’s also a massive IMAX Theater that’s purported to have the largest screen in the area.
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401 SW 2nd StEven for diehard beach lovers and outdoorsy types, the blazing Florida sun can often get too oppressive, especially during the summer months.
The Museum of Discovery and Science is located on SW 2nd Street in Fort Lauderdale and is the perfect attraction for those traveling with kids who need to be entertained and engaged.
The museum’s interactive exhibits are spread over multiple floors and touch on space, the natural world, aviation, and technology. Though it was designed with kids in mind, grownups and older children usually end-up having a blast too.
There’s also a massive IMAX Theater that’s purported to have the largest screen in the area.
Beach fun
For the vast majority of visitors to the Sunshine State, no vacation is complete until it includes at least a couple of hours spent on a scenic beach.
Fort Lauderdale Beach Park is just a short drive from Southwest Ranches. In addition to being conveniently located near a variety of dining and shopping venues, it’s full of amenities, like a playground, BBQ grills, clean restrooms, and even outdoor showers.
The park’s beach includes white sand and ocean vistas stretching to the horizon. It’s open at 5 AM, which is great for those interested in beating the crowds and watching the sunrise over the Atlantic.
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Fort Lauderdale Beach Park
1005 Seabreeze BlvdFor the vast majority of visitors to the Sunshine State, no vacation is complete until it includes at least a couple of hours spent on a scenic beach.
Fort Lauderdale Beach Park is just a short drive from Southwest Ranches. In addition to being conveniently located near a variety of dining and shopping venues, it’s full of amenities, like a playground, BBQ grills, clean restrooms, and even outdoor showers.
The park’s beach includes white sand and ocean vistas stretching to the horizon. It’s open at 5 AM, which is great for those interested in beating the crowds and watching the sunrise over the Atlantic.
Fort Lauderdale Beach lies at the heart of the tourist area in Fort Lauderdale. Once known for spring break madness, when thousands of college students descended on the beach, the Fort Lauderdale beach area is now more sedate but still an entertaining stretch of sand and one of the best beaches in Florida.
The beach is backed by a pedestrian walk and numerous hotels, restaurants, and shops. In the streets leading away from the beach, visitors can still find smaller hotels and motels.
As spring approaches, the beach gradually becomes busier and more lively as sunseekers hit the sand.
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Fort Lauderdale Beach
Fort Lauderdale Beach lies at the heart of the tourist area in Fort Lauderdale. Once known for spring break madness, when thousands of college students descended on the beach, the Fort Lauderdale beach area is now more sedate but still an entertaining stretch of sand and one of the best beaches in Florida.
The beach is backed by a pedestrian walk and numerous hotels, restaurants, and shops. In the streets leading away from the beach, visitors can still find smaller hotels and motels.
As spring approaches, the beach gradually becomes busier and more lively as sunseekers hit the sand.
Las Olas Boulevard stretches from downtown Fort Lauderdale along New River to Las Olas Beach, overlooking the mansions and yachts of the Intracoastal Waterway.
Here, you'll find plenty of tourist attractions and things to do along the boulevard, from touring museums and art galleries to shopping at more than 100 specialty boutiques. This is a popular spot for dining, and the street is packed with waterside cafés and bistros, many with patios.
Another great way to explore the area is by boat, from a simple gondola tour or by chartering your own yacht for the day.
If you prefer a bit more space and a more relaxed scene, Las Olas Beach is a quieter alternative to the main beach. As a bonus, parking tends to be easier to find in this area.
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East Las Olas Boulevard
East Las Olas BoulevardLas Olas Boulevard stretches from downtown Fort Lauderdale along New River to Las Olas Beach, overlooking the mansions and yachts of the Intracoastal Waterway.
Here, you'll find plenty of tourist attractions and things to do along the boulevard, from touring museums and art galleries to shopping at more than 100 specialty boutiques. This is a popular spot for dining, and the street is packed with waterside cafés and bistros, many with patios.
Another great way to explore the area is by boat, from a simple gondola tour or by chartering your own yacht for the day.
If you prefer a bit more space and a more relaxed scene, Las Olas Beach is a quieter alternative to the main beach. As a bonus, parking tends to be easier to find in this area.
Sightseeing
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Fort Lauderdale landmark, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens is a mix of art, architecture, history, and ecology.
The historic house was designed by Frederic Clay Bartlett and built in 1920. On display are collections of art and personal treasures.
The estate covers 36 acres and was once the winter retreat of the Birch/Bartlett family. The surrounding grounds of the estate remain a virtual oasis of coastal wilderness, nestled amid the commercial development of the Fort Lauderdale beachfront.
Containing five ecosystems, the grounds serve as a barrier island habitat that includes a beach, dunes, a maritime forest, freshwater slough, and delicate mangrove wetlands. The formal gardens include a hibiscus garden, desert garden, and the Orchid Display House.
Address: 900 North Birch Road, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Official site: http://bonnethouse.org/
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Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
900 N Birch RdListed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Fort Lauderdale landmark, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens is a mix of art, architecture, history, and ecology.
The historic house was designed by Frederic Clay Bartlett and built in 1920. On display are collections of art and personal treasures.
The estate covers 36 acres and was once the winter retreat of the Birch/Bartlett family. The surrounding grounds of the estate remain a virtual oasis of coastal wilderness, nestled amid the commercial development of the Fort Lauderdale beachfront.
Containing five ecosystems, the grounds serve as a barrier island habitat that includes a beach, dunes, a maritime forest, freshwater slough, and delicate mangrove wetlands. The formal gardens include a hibiscus garden, desert garden, and the Orchid Display House.
Address: 900 North Birch Road, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Official site: http://bonnethouse.org/
Everglades Holiday Park has gained fame in recent years as the frequent set of Animal Planet's "Gator Boys," and now features daily live gator shows hosted by cast members.
The shows are not only entertaining - staff members introduce visitors to the world of the Everglades' most notorious residents and educate the audience about the habitat and lives of the alligators. The park also runs airboat tours of the surrounding wetlands, where you will learn about the ecosystem's plants and animals that are unique to the Everglades.
Address: 21940 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Official site: https://www.evergladesholidaypark.com/
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Everglades Holiday Park
21940 Griffin RdEverglades Holiday Park has gained fame in recent years as the frequent set of Animal Planet's "Gator Boys," and now features daily live gator shows hosted by cast members.
The shows are not only entertaining - staff members introduce visitors to the world of the Everglades' most notorious residents and educate the audience about the habitat and lives of the alligators. The park also runs airboat tours of the surrounding wetlands, where you will learn about the ecosystem's plants and animals that are unique to the Everglades.
Address: 21940 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Official site: https://www.evergladesholidaypark.com/
City/town information
While Miami typically gets attention for its lively nightlife, it’s also home to stunning beaches and family-friendly activities that appeal to any traveler. Mixing big city vibes with a wealth of trendy restaurants, world-class shopping and endless water activities, Florida’s premier cosmopolitan city allows you to create your own itinerary based on your interests. For a dose of culture, browse the artwork inside the Institute of Contemporary Art, appreciate the ever-changing Wynwood Walls, and sample authentic Cuban cuisine in Little Havana. Just a short drive away, make sure to take a trip to nearby Everglades National Park or take the kids to see the native animals in the Miami Seaquarium and Zoo Miami.
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Miami
While Miami typically gets attention for its lively nightlife, it’s also home to stunning beaches and family-friendly activities that appeal to any traveler. Mixing big city vibes with a wealth of trendy restaurants, world-class shopping and endless water activities, Florida’s premier cosmopolitan city allows you to create your own itinerary based on your interests. For a dose of culture, browse the artwork inside the Institute of Contemporary Art, appreciate the ever-changing Wynwood Walls, and sample authentic Cuban cuisine in Little Havana. Just a short drive away, make sure to take a trip to nearby Everglades National Park or take the kids to see the native animals in the Miami Seaquarium and Zoo Miami.