Top Fort Lauderdale Classes & Workshops

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.

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.

Unleash your creativity with the Fluid Bear experience with us—a fun, hands-on fluid art adventure where you are the artist. Start by choosing your bear or another playful character, then explore a vibrant palette of over 100 colors, including dazzling metallics designed specifically for fluid art. With easy step-by-step guidance, you’ll layer paints, pour, and tilt to create mesmerizing marble patterns that flow beautifully across your piece. Want to make it even more unique? Add bold accent drips, playful splatters, or a touch of glitter for that extra sparkle and personality. No experience is needed—just bring your imagination and enjoy the process. Each creation is completely one-of-a-kind, blending color, movement, and creativity into a stunning keepsake. Fluid Bear is where fun meets artistic expression, leaving you with a personalized, eye-catching masterpiece you’ll love to display. Let it flow and make it yours.

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.

Cast your line and catch your next meal on a half-day fishing trip from Fort Lauderdale. Offered in the morning, afternoon, and evening, the 4-hour excursion can suit any schedule. Use a provided pole to reel in grouper, porgies, snapper, and more. Bait, tackle, and all other equipment is at your disposal. Your catch is cleaned by the crew, ready to be cooked at home or prepared by a nearby restaurant.

Cruise down the waterways of Fort Lauderdale on a mini powerboat and enjoy a relaxing time on the water. Known as “America’s Venice,” this canal-ridden area is lined with yachts, mansions, and mangrove forests. A powerboat helps you easily navigate the waterways without exerting any energy, so you can sit back and admire the scenery while you ride.

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.

Experience Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood, Florida aboard a narrated water taxi that takes you to 20 different stops, where you can get on and off as you like. Discover historic landmarks such as the Stranahan House and vibrant hubs including Las Olas Boulevard. Enjoy waterfront dining at 15th Street Fisheries, explore the elegant Hilton Marina, cruise by Bahia Mar and the International Swimming Hall of Fame, and much more.

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.

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.

Per Person for Hat and Two Patches This experience is for a hat plus your choice of two basic patches. Customize your hat with additional vinyl and patches. There are additional options to add beads, chains, and other items in the studio for an additional cost. All based on availability. All of your experiences are instructor-led and require no experience, which means we lead you step by step, and you leave with a unique hat you created and love. Anyone 3 years old and up is capable of doing this fun and easy patch party experience with parental supervision. Per Person for Tote Bag and Four Patches: This experience is for a tote bag plus your choice of four basic patches. Customize your bag with additional vinyl and patches.

Bring the beauty of the coast to life with your instructor-led Build Your Own Beach experience. In this hands-on session, you’ll be guided step by step to craft your very own resin beach scene using real elements like rocks, shells, starfish, sand dollars, and more. Choose your colors, arrange your treasures, and layer resin to create a stunning, miniature shoreline that captures the textures and sparkle of the ocean. Our expert instructors make every step simple and enjoyable, so no prior art experience is needed—just your imagination and creativity. Watch as your scene comes to life with realistic waves, shimmering accents, and unique personal touches. Perfect for beach lovers, crafters, or anyone looking for a relaxing, creative adventure, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that’s ideal for display, gifting, or adding a splash of coastal charm to your home. It’s a vibrant, unforgettable artistic escape.

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.

This Fort Lauderdale Day/Night Time Reef Bottom Fishing Charter is perfect for anyone looking to experience deep sea fishing in just half a day. You’ll cruise past the stunning mansions on "Millionaire’s Row" before dropping your first line and feeling the thrill of the catch. The crew is always there to assist, and when you return, they’ll even clean your fish and recommend great local spots to cook it up fresh.

Escape to 60 acres of tropical paradise with this admission ticket to Flamingo Gardens Botanical Garden and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary. The gardens boast more than 3,000 species of rare and exotic, tropical, subtropical and native plants. The arboretum has some of the largest trees in the entire state of Florida. And the wildlife sanctuary is home to native-Florida animals like alligators, bobcats, otters, eagles, panthers, peacocks and, of course, the famous flamingos.

Glide through Fort Lauderdale’s downtown, residential, and beachside routes on this fun Segway tour that lets you cover more sights in less time. Learn about Fort Lauderdale’s celebrity mansions, yachts, and hot spots as you cover more ground than walking tours. Segway training, helmets, and safety equipment included. Enjoy personalized attention on this small-group experience—and upgrade for a slightly longer experience.

Voted #1 Date Night in South Florida! Perfect for couples to entire families from 8 to 80 years old. Celebrate a birthday, anniversary or other event. Host a business retreat or Team Building activity, we are happy to accommodate your needs, just ask.

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.

For those who want to go deep-sea fishing but don’t want to charter a boat, secure your spot on this small-group excursion. Board your boat with a handful of people and head out onto the Atlantic Ocean to troll for sailfish, wahoo, mahi-mahi, tuna, and more. This trip is ideal for solo travelers or smaller groups who want to meet other fishing enthusiasts.

Trade another ordinary night out for flour on your hands and pumpkin on your plate. In this welcoming brewery cooking class, you'll make a seasonal course while learning simple techniques that turn everyday ingredients into something worth showing off. Begin by transforming potatoes, flour and eggs into pillowy gnocchi from scratch, mastering dough mixing, rolling, shaping and cutting as you go. Then create a creamy pumpkin Parmesan sauce layered with herbs before tossing it with your freshly cooked gnocchi for the ultimate fall comfort meal. Every step is beginner-friendly, relaxed and easy to follow, so you'll spend more time enjoying the process than worrying about perfection. Expect plenty of laughs, irresistible aromas and the satisfying moment when your homemade pasta comes together. Store-bought gnocchi is officially on notice.

Discover the vibrant Thrive Art District in Fort Lauderdale, an artistic haven featuring stunning street art and dynamic murals. This 40-minute walking tour offers not only a glimpse into the creative minds of local artists. With a backdrop of artist studios, restaurants, and public events, engage with the culture and creativity that define this unique space. Perfect for art enthusiasts and families alike, this tour provides a memorable outing in a contemporary art landscape. - Explore the creative Thrive Art District with local insights - Suitable for adults and children (kids' pricing available)

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.

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.