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Fort Lauderdale Beach trades Miami's frenzy for a wide, palm-fringed promenade along A1A, where the sand is broad and the water calm enough for paddleboards and gentle swims. It's a city built on canals — dubbed the 'Venice of America' — so a boat tour past waterfront mansions is practically obligatory, and Las Olas Boulevard delivers the shopping and dining without the South Beach price tag.

Best areas to stay in Fort Lauderdale Beach

Fort Lauderdale Beach (A1A)

The main beachfront strip with its wide promenade, hotels, and direct sand access along Atlantic Boulevard.

Las Olas Boulevard

The city's premier dining and shopping street, lined with boutiques, galleries, and waterfront restaurants.

Las Olas Isles

Exclusive residential canal islands where luxury yachts and waterfront mansions can be admired from the water.

Downtown Fort Lauderdale

The Riverwalk arts and entertainment district along the New River, with museums and a growing dining scene.

Getting to Fort Lauderdale Beach

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Flights

Fly into Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL), served by direct flights from several UK airports.

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From London

~9–10 hours direct from London

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Getting around

Water taxis and the free Sun Trolley cover the beach and downtown; a rental car is handy for day trips to the Everglades or Palm Beach.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Fort Lauderdale Beach?

March through May offers warm weather without the peak summer humidity. December to April is high season, with pleasant temperatures and lower rain chances.

How do I get around Fort Lauderdale?

The free Sun Trolley and water taxis connect the beach, Las Olas, and downtown; rental cars are useful for venturing further afield, and rideshares are widely available.

What's the best way to see the canals?

A water taxi or guided boat tour along the Intracoastal Waterway is the classic way to see the waterfront mansions and yachts that give the city its 'Venice of America' nickname.

Is Fort Lauderdale Beach family-friendly?

Yes — the main beach has lifeguards, gentle surf, and plenty of nearby restaurants, making it an easy, relaxed option for families compared to busier Miami beaches.

How does Fort Lauderdale compare to Miami?

It's calmer and less expensive than Miami, with a more laid-back, suburban feel, while still being only a 40-minute drive from Miami's attractions and airport.

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

Loved how relaxed Fort Lauderdale felt compared to Miami — the beach was clean, the water taxi was a brilliant way to get around, and Las Olas had great restaurants.

Nicola F. · April 2024

★★★★☆

A great base for an Everglades airboat tour as it's only an hour away. The beach itself is wide and uncrowded even in shoulder season.

Pete S. · October 2023

★★★★☆

The canal boat tour past the mansions was a fun couple of hours and surprisingly affordable. Plenty of good seafood right along the seafront too.

Karen L. · January 2024

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