Top Fort Lauderdale Art & Culture

Experience Miami in a creative and unforgettable way with our hands-on pottery class. Unlike typical tourist activities, this workshop lets you slow down, connect with your artistic side, and make something meaningful with your own hands. Whether you’re a beginner or trying something new on vacation, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind ceramic piece — and a memorable story to take home.

Adult We provide all the materials needed. This experience is for a 10” x 20” Fluid Art Piece, with the option to upgrade to larger canvas sizes in the studio for an upcharge. All of your experiences are instructor-led and require no experience, which means we lead you step by step, and you leave with a product you love! Child Anyone 3 years old and up is capable of doing this fun, easy, fluid art experience with parental supervision. This kids' experience is for children under the age of 13 only. We provide all the materials needed. This experience is for a 12” x 12” Fluid Art Piece, with the option to upgrade to larger canvas sizes in the studio for an upcharge. All of your experiences are instructor-led and require no experience, which means we lead you step by step, and you leave with a masterpiece you love!

Perfect for those who want to squeeze a lot of sightseeing into a limited amount of time. A fully narrated 90-minute cruise along the New River through Fort Lauderdale will let you soak up such sights as the lavish homes and mega yachts along Millionaire's Row.

Cruise along Fort Lauderdale’s historic New River and enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner on this cruise. Board the Jungle Queen Riverboat and see the luxurious mansions and yachts along Millionaire’s Row, stretching from the Bahia Mar Yachting Center to the Intracoastal Waterway. The cruise travels to a tropical isle for an endless dinner offering barbecue ribs, and chicken with all the trimmings. Then experience a laugh-out-loud variety show to cap off an enjoyable and entertaining evening.

Foodies visiting Fort Lauderdale—this is the tour for you! Get a shortcut to the best local foodie haunts with this small-group guided tasting tour. By exploring the city with a guide, it helps you avoid tourist traps and discover interesting eateries you might not find alone. Along the way, try eight food tastings, two alcoholic drinks, and enjoy a breakfast item included in the tour.

Bring your own drinks, snacks and bathing suit, and get ready for fun in the Florida sun, on this party boat trip from Fort Lauderdale. Choose between several departure times, make your way to the marina, and hop aboard: See the city from the water’s edge, zip past celebrity-owned mansions and yachts, and stop at a sandbar for swimming. In between, relax, enjoy the soundtrack, and soak up the ambiance.

Avoid crowded bars and opt for a more fun way to listen to great music and enjoy your favorite drinks—a cruise that passes through downtown Fort Lauderdale, Port Everglades, and Las Olas Boulevard. No need to worry about expensive bar tabs—you can bring your own drinks and use the cooler boxes on the boat. The afternoon tours stop at the legendary sandbar in front of Millionaire's-mile for a swim, while the evening cruises through downtown and explores the yachts and mansions.

Harken back to yesteryear on a fun Fort Lauderdale sightseeing cruise aboard the Carrie B paddlewheeler. Sail past yachts, mansions, and cruise ships along the New River, Intracoastal Waterway, and Port Everglades. Spend time on the open sun deck, sit outside under a canopy, or in air-conditioned comfort on the main deck. The captain narrates the tour and a full-service bar and light snacks are available to purchase.

Brighten your day with a fun, hands-on, and exciting experience at ARCHES Art Adventures, where creativity comes to life. In this instructor-led session, you’ll be guided step by step to create your very own Mosaic Resin Frame, choosing from a wide array of colors, patterns, and design elements to make a piece that’s uniquely yours. Using high-quality resin and mosaic materials, you’ll learn easy techniques to layer, pour, and arrange your design, transforming simple components into a stunning, one-of-a-kind frame. No prior artistic experience is needed—just your imagination and enthusiasm! This is a perfect opportunity to relax, explore your creative side, and enjoy the process of making something beautiful with your own hands. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a personalized frame that’s perfect for displaying cherished photos, gifting to someone special, or adding a vibrant pop of color to your home décor. It’s an unforgettable, joyful creative adventure.

Unleash your creativity in the Beginner Wheel Throwing Class at Gasper Arts. This engaging two-hour session is perfect for newcomers and those needing a refresh on wheel throwing techniques. Participants will learn to center clay, utilize tools, and transform raw clay into beautiful shapes. All materials, including clay, firings, and a house glaze finish, are provided, so you can focus on honing your skills. Classes are held in a relaxed environment, ensuring a fun and educational experience for all. Come dressed comfortably and get ready to create.

A hands-on resin tumbler workshop invites creativity as you craft your unique tumbler with expert guidance. With a vibrant selection of colors, glitters, and shimmers, every participant, regardless of experience, can design a personalized masterpiece that reflects their style. Suitable for ages 3 and up, this engaging activity ensures everyone leaves with a beautiful creation. All materials, including aprons and gloves, are provided, making it easy to immerse yourself in the fun of resin art. Your tumbler will cure in the studio, ready for pickup within three business days, so you can showcase your artistic flair.

Experience Miami in a creative and unforgettable way with our hands-on pottery class. Unlike typical tourist activities, this workshop lets you slow down, connect with your artistic side, and make something meaningful with your own hands. Whether you’re a beginner or trying something new on vacation, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind ceramic piece — and a memorable story to take home.

Set sail for adventure on this interactive Pirate Adventure Cruise along Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal Waterway. Help find the hidden treasure, learn to talk and dress like a pirate with face painting and temporary tattoos and fend off the attacks of rival pirates with onboard water cannons. Kids receive a pirate certificate and a bag of loot to take home. This tour is great for birthday parties, group field trips, or just to have an entertaining experience on the high seas.

Discover Fort Lauderdale’s most haunted places, without putting in hours of research time, thanks to this exciting ghost–themed walking tour. Along the way, a guide shares tales about the city’s dark history, including witch trials and tragic events associated with popular landmarks, that most tourists usually miss out on. You can also find out about spirits believed to haunt the city, and accounts of paranormal activity.

While you’re on vacation in Fort Lauderdale, treat yourself to a little pampering at this Oakland Park spa. Relax and unwind in this spa where you’ll find a touch and a treatment to suit your needs. Consider a facial or a detox body wrap to cleanse your skin or exfoliate with a sugar scrub. Lay down and let a Swedish massage with aromatherapy soothe you or use a deep tissue massage with hot stones to loosen your muscles.

Experience Miami in a creative and unforgettable way with our hands-on pottery class. Unlike typical tourist activities, this workshop lets you slow down, connect with your artistic side, and make something meaningful with your own hands. Whether you’re a beginner or trying something new on vacation, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind ceramic piece — and a memorable story to take home.

Enjoy a fun, interactive, and musical experience when you book this small-group conga class. Pick from two daily class times, and make your own way to the Coral Springs studio. Discover the drum's history before your hands-on lesson. Learn how to play a basic rhythm within minutes, and then practice your skills by playing along with numerous jazz, rock, funk, and other songs.

End the day relaxing on the Atlantic Ocean with this sunset cruise. Hop aboard a comfortable catamaran for this evening excursion and take in views of the mansions on “Millionaires Row” and the Florida coastline. Then, head out to the Atlantic Ocean and catch the sun set, casting fiery hues of orange and red on the water.

Preserve your vacation memories without having to use the timer on your phone or rely on selfies with a private photoshoot on Fort Lauderdale’s beaches. Choose between a 30-minute or 1-hour session, and receive either 20 or 45 professionally edited high-resolution photos, respectively. Enjoy scenic, and lesser-visited locations while your photographer captures your images.

Wild Lime Adventures provides the only tour that combines an airboat ride in the Everglades with a tour of Little Havana. Two exciting activities in a part day! Enjoy both of these iconic South Florida spots and still have time to go to the beach! We will start our day with a narrated scenic drive to the Everglades. Your guide will identify the local flora and fauna and will inform you about the history of the Everglades and the current challenges facing this unique ecosystem. You will then take a 60 minute airboat ride out on the Miccosukke Indian reservation. You will learn all about their history and culture and will be able to explore a native tree island village. We only use small personalized airboats. NO cattle call airboats! After time in the "Glades", we will depart for Little Havana. Your guide will share the special history of the Cuban exile community. Take a behind the scenes tour of a cigar shop and enjoy some special Cuban treats. You will have an hour of free time here.

Go City's Miami All-Inclusive Pass offers you the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when visiting Miami and South Beach. Choose between a 1, 2, 3, or 5-day pass to best suit your trip, and save up to 50 percent versus paying for individual attraction tickets. Each pass gives you access to dozens of activities and attractions. Access your pass via the Go City app and begin your Miami adventure.

Make sure you tick off the most important highlights of the Everglades with an experienced guide in the lead when you book this Everglades airboat tour. Race through the River of Grass listening to in-depth commentary on the local environment and wildlife. Plus, round-trip transport from Fort Lauderdale is provided for a stress-free adventure.

Visit three historic museums on a guided walking tour in Fort Lauderdale’s Arts and Science district. Follow a local guide to the 1899 Replica Schoolhouse Museum, the Pioneer House Museum, and the History Museum. All locations are located on the banks of the New River with plenty of restaurants nearby for you to enjoy after your tour.