Top Fort Lauderdale Culture

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.

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.

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.

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.

Travel deep into Everglades National Park on a private airboat tour and wildlife encounter at Sawgrass Recreation Park. Experience the unique subtropical ecosystem on your own airboat, going deeper into the Everglades than on typical public rides. Skim across the grassy water at high speeds while looking for alligators, fish, turtles, and wading birds. This tour includes entrance to the park and admission to the Reptile and Glades exhibits.

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.

Explore the Florida Everglades on an airboat adventure and wildlife encounter at Sawgrass Recreation Park. This exciting airboat ride is a great way to experience the unique subtropical ecosystem of the Everglades. Skim across the water at high speeds while looking for alligators, fish, turtles, and wading birds. This guided tour includes admission to Sawgrass Recreation Park, a ticket to the alligator and reptile exhibit, and a guided airboat tour.

Welcome to the Wynwood arts district tour, of-a-kind exploration of Miami’s vibrant and eclectic neighborhood that is home to some of the most iconic street art in the World. As you stroll through the colorful streets of Wynwood, you will be immersed in a kaleidoscope of colorful murals, graffiti, and galleries that will showcase the cultural heritage of the City. One of the highlights of this tour is the hands-on graffiti workshop, where you will have the opportunity to create your own graffiti masterpiece under the guidance of a local graffiti artist. You’ll learn the basics of graffiti, including sketching, outlining, and filling in, and receive tips and tricks on how to create a striking and memorable piece of street art. At the end of the tour, you will have a unique and personalized souvenir to take home - a piece of graffiti art that you created yourself!

Explore the Everglades National Park with a naturalist guide, including an airboat ride and a nature walk, on this half-day tour. Learn about the area ecosystems and view alligators and local birdlife. On the smaller air boat, travel way out far from land and become immersed in the culture and remote beauty of the Native way of life, including a stop to a Native tree island village or two. A narrated scenic drive led by the master naturalist and round-trip transportation from your hotel or vacation rental in Miami, Hollywood, Ft. Lauderdale, or the port in Ft. Lauderdale or Miami included.

A combination of Jet Skiing, snorkeling, and scuba diving, the SEABOB is a truly remarkable experience that lets you swim with the fishes quietly and safely. After a short gear fitting and training session on the SEABOB, explore local reefs where you can dive up to 8 feet (2.5 meters) and see a variety of aquatic sea life.

Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore Fort Lauderdale's Las Olas Riverwalk along the New River. We'll point out and tell you all about the attractions, buildings, statues, parks, memorials and more that make up the incredibly beautiful Riverwalk. Aside from the sights, you'll learn a bit about Fort Lauderdale's history, the river and it's natural beauty. Tour highlights include the Esplanade Park, History Fort Lauderdale, Hoch Heritage Center, Thrive Sculpture, the New River Yacht Club, the Stranahan House and much more! Live GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play. Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. Note: the number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.

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.

Escape to Everglades Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale for a 1-Hour (approx.) Narrated Airboat Tour. This adventure is a great way to experience the unique subtropical ecosystem of the Everglades. Skim across the grassy water at speeds up to 40 miles per hour while looking for alligators, wading birds and an abundance of flora and fauna in their natural habitats.

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.

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.

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.

Discover Miami’s scenery, history and culture with ease on a small group tour from Fort Lauderdale. See how the other half live along the famous Millionnaire’s Row, visit the city’s soft, sandy beaches, and delve into the thriving Latin American culture in Little Havana. Learn more than you would if exploring MIami independently with commentary from your guide to add context.

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.

Escape to the wilderness of Florida's Everglades on this guided, full-day adventure from Fort Lauderdale. This exciting small-group tour includes an airboat ride through Everglades National Park, a drive through Big Cypress National Preserve, a nature walk through a cypress forest, and a scenic boat ride through Everglades National Park in search of a variety of wildlife.

See more of the city without navigating a new area alone with this guided electric bicycle tour of the greater Fort Lauderdale area. Meet your guide at Colee Hammock Park, one of the older parts of the city, then ride to major landmarks like Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale and Las Olas Boulevard. As you cruise, you’ll also pass by the beach, historic sites like the Stranahan House, and The Historic Downtowner.

This is the ideal way to capture beautiful photos to remember your vacation in Fort Lauderdale. Put away the selfie stick and let a professional photographer take your photos instead. You can pick from suggested locations—such as Hollywood Beach and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park–or alternatively request your own custom route. After the shoot, receive a selection of high-resolution digital images.

Travel from Fort Lauderdale to Key West with ease on this full-day tour. Drive across the famous 7 Mile Bridge straddling the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean on your ride into the Keys, and then explore the island on your own or get out on the water with optional activities that you can add upon booking, including snorkeling, trolley, and a glass-bottom boat tour.

Ideal for car enthusiasts visiting Fort Lauderdale, this small-group experience offers exclusive access to the Goldvarg Collection Scale Model Car Museum with a guided tour led by founder Sergio Goldvarg. Discover over 22,000 scale model cars, including Guinness World Record pieces, while gaining insider insights you wouldn’t get alone. The intimate group size ensures a more personal, engaging visit with plenty of time for questions.