Located Less than an hour and a half from the bustling city of Miami, Fort Lauderdale prides itself for its intricate canal system that connects the Everglades to the Atlantic ocean. With an overall laid back vibe, this town stands as a major destination for people who are looking to unwind and lose a track of time. From river cruising to white sandy beaches, fine dining on the ocean shore to gardens and parks; Fort Lauderdale has a lot to offer. Here are a few things that come in handy while planning your trip to this beautiful city:
- The Winter Months Last through Dec to March with an average high of 23.8°C and an average low of 16.1°C.
- An Average meal for one person costs about 20.11$ in a non-expensive restaurant.
- A Pint of Domestic Drought Beer costs about 5.24$ on an average.
- A Litre of gas Costs 0.92$.
- A monthly Travel pass on regular rates would cost around 93.82$.
- The monthly rent of a 1BHK a little off the City Centre is about 1733$.
Main Attractions:
- The beautiful port Everglades is known for its cruise liners, from budget-friendly to exquisite luxury cruises. The port comes flooded with eateries and restaurants that specialize in seafood. If you are not a seafood or cruise fan, a stroll by the port is sure to relax you after a long day of exploring the city.
- Known for its untamed natural beauty, the Las Olas Beach is a portrait of tranquillity. With palm trees cutting into the deep blue sky and the calming spatters of clean-clear waters, the Las Olas Beach stands to be every beach lover’s haven. The whole stretch close to the beach is crawling with restaurants and pubs – making the beach a perfect spot for a lovely evening.
- Any water baby worth their salt won’t want to miss a visit to the International Swimming Hall of Fame. Whether or not you know of the sport and the accomplished people of swimming, the Hall of Fame has the largest collection of over, in and under water memorabilia.
- The Fort Lauderdale Beach lies at the heart of the Fort Lauderdale. Once known for its spring break madness, the beach is now a sedate yet an entertaining stretch of sand. The beach is backed by numerous hotels, restaurants, and shops.
- Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Fort Lauderdale landmark, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens is an amalgamation of art, architecture, history, and ecology. The encompassing areas of the estate remain a virtual oasis of coastal wilderness, nestled amid the commercial expansion of the Fort Lauderdale beachfront.
- The Ohio businessman Frank Stranahan built a pine pioneer’s home in 1901, at the site where he operated his barge ferry business. It was expanded several times over the years and now features wide verandas, bay windows, a Victorian parlour, and tropical gardens. Period Victorian furniture and decorative pieces are on display throughout the house. Built to serve as a trading post, Stranahan House Museum also served as the post office, community centre, and town hall.
- The Museum of Discovery and Science is home to permanent-rotating exhibits and programs that will entertain and educate the whole family. You can meet dinosaurs and look at real fossils from the Prehistoric Floridian exhibit or explore present-day Florida’s ecosystems, including one of the largest living coral reefs on display.
- The NSU Art Museum in Fort Lauderdale is a modern, unique three-story building in the city’s upscale Las Olas neighbourhood. It features more than 7,000 works of art in its permanent collections, including significant exhibits focusing on the work of multicultural and female artists, Latin American and Cuban art, and African and Oceanic Tribal Arts.
- Everglades Holiday Park has gained fame in recent years because of 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