Top Fort Lauderdale Historical Tours

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.

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.

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.

The travel time includes a tour guide and map with roundtrip transportation. Cruise to Key West in a luxurious motor coach or passenger van. We use a passenger van for smaller groups between 5-9 people and use a motor coach for groups over 20 people. There will be one or two rest-stop breaks during your drive. Arrive time is between 12:30 pm-1:00 pm. You will have 6 hours of free time! At 7:00 pm, the bus or van departs Key West and drives back to Fort Lauderdale with a rest-stop or two in between. The tour start time and narration begins at 8:30 am once all the passengers have boarded the van or bus.

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.

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.

Discover Fort Lauderdale's beauty in a 3-hour personalized boat tour with expert local guides! Enjoy front-row views of scenic waterways, Millionaire's Row, and more.

The app is your audio travel companion with 10,000+ location-based audio stories across the US. It’s like having a personal tour guide on demand. Enjoy narration from celebrities like Kevin Costner, John Lithgow, and Phil Jackson, alongside passionate locals and cultural experts. It’s great for inspiring detours, sparking interesting conversations, and discovering hidden knowledge along your journey.

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.

Set off on an unforgettable Fort Lauderdale adventure! Solve riddles, tackle trivia, and capture fun selfies as you wander the city’s sun-soaked streets. Dive into the story of William Lauderdale, the city’s namesake, and explore Sailboat Bend, its oldest neighborhood. Take in the 300 miles of scenic canals that have earned Fort Lauderdale the nickname “Venice of America,” and find out why it’s celebrated as the Yachting Capital of the World. Trace the city’s evolution from a lively spring break hotspot to a sophisticated retreat for luxury travelers.

You will see the largest scale model car collection, with 22,000 miniature cars, twice featured in the Guinness World of Records! The Tour will be explained by Mr. Goldvarg himself and after that, you will have the opportunity to have a Gourmet Dinner with Sergio and talk about his lifetime passion for car collecting and car journalist! Finally you will be able to take a photo in the drivers seat of the most iconic TV Show car ever featured on the screen! Located just 35 minutes North of Miami and 15 minutes from Sawgrass Mall.

Welcome to the tour of Key West, which makes its way down through the famous Florida Keys and down to the southernmost point of the continental United States of America. This tropical paradise is a treasure to those that appreciate the ocean and salt lifestyle. You will travel in style, in one of our luxurious vehicles. Sit back and enjoy the exclusive access to some of Key West’s most sought-after attractions and experiences. From the charming architecture of Old Town, to the crystal-clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico, there is truly something for everyone on this private tour of Key West, Florida. You will have the opportunity to explore historical sites such as The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, The Key West Lighthouse, The Key West Butterfly, Nature Conservatory, and The famous sunset celebration at Mallory Square.

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.

Our Tour Connoisseur will take you through the historic pastel-colored buildings, neon lights, and geometric patterns of this iconic area, while providing you with an in-depth understanding of the history and architecture of the Art Deco movement. You will have the opportunity to learn about the design elements that make Art Deco architecture so unique. You will learn about the history of the movement that started in the 1920s and 1930s. You will have the opportunity to learn about the design elements that make Art Deco architecture so unique.