Things to do in Fort Lauderdale
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Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter: 2 & 4-Hour Private Boat ToursYou choose your Fort Lauderdale sailing charter's length (2 or 4 hours), route, and activities—swimming, snorkeling, learning to sail, or just relaxing—with Captain Dan adjusting based on weather and your group's preference. The boat holds up to six people, includes safety gear and onboard refreshments, and departs from a private residence on the New River. Semi-private or all-private options available.Is it for me?Choose this if you want a sailing day that actually fits what you want to do—not a fixed route—and you'd rather have a licensed captain handle the boat while you decide whether to swim, snorkel, learn to sail, or just relax. The small group size and flexible itinerary are what make it work.
4-Hour Reef Fishing Charter Fort Lauderdale: Snapper & GrouperA 4-hour reef fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale takes you out to wrecks and reefs for snapper, grouper, porgies and jacks, with a 10–12 minute cruise past Millionaires Row on the way. The boat is air-conditioned, the captain and mate are licensed, all tackle and bait come included, and your catch gets cleaned free at the dock. Morning, afternoon and night departures run year-round; a convenience store sits next to the boat if you want to bring food or drinks aboard.Is it for me?Book the night departure if you want to fish under the lights when the bite often picks up, or choose the morning slot to be back by early afternoon. The fixed 4-hour window means you're not waiting for a full boat to fill — the charter runs on schedule regardless.
Fort Lauderdale: Half-Day Sportfishing Charter & Fish CleaningYou'll fish the Fort Lauderdale Gulf Stream for sailfish, mahi, wahoo and tuna on a shared half-day charter with a maximum of six anglers. All gear, tackle, bait and fishing licenses are included, plus free fish cleaning if you land something. The crew handles the technical side—you just show up and fish. You're back by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to fish the Fort Lauderdale Gulf Stream without renting a whole boat or figuring out licenses and gear—the crew takes care of all that, and the shared format keeps the cost down while the small group size keeps it from feeling crowded.
Fort Lauderdale Food & Drink Tour: 8+ Tastings & Local GuideYou move through five Fort Lauderdale restaurants on Las Olas Boulevard with a local guide, tasting eight-plus dishes and two drinks while learning the city's history at the Stranahan House. The tour handles all the stops and timing — you just show up and eat.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat at Fort Lauderdale's real restaurants without planning five separate reservations — the guide handles the route, the timing, and the stories, so you just walk and taste.
Fort Lauderdale: Private Yacht Cruise 2-6 Hours & Sandbar StopsYou board a private Sundancer 37 at Bahia Mar with a captain and cooler already loaded. Pick your duration—2, 4, or 6 hours—and your stops: the Intracoastal Waterway, sandbars for swimming, or waterfront restaurants. The captain navigates; you bring sunscreen. Groups up to six, English or Spanish guide, and you control the music.Is it for me?Book this if you want a private boat experience without the responsibility of operating it—the captain and pre-loaded cooler mean you show up and swim, not plan logistics.
Fort Lauderdale: Private Sailing Charter & Captain, 4 HoursYou’ll drift past wild mansions and mega-yachts on this private Fort Lauderdale sailing charter, maybe spotting dolphins or manatees along the way. Take the wheel if you’re brave, relax in shaded seats with your own snacks, and soak up quiet moments with a local captain guiding you through hidden corners of the waterway.
Fort Lauderdale: 60-Min Escape Room at Sawgrass MillsYou get sixty minutes locked in a themed room with your team, solving puzzles and following clues to escape. A game guide helps when you're stuck, and you choose from five different adventures—from time travel to underwater missions. Plan for ninety minutes total, including the briefing and photo time after. Ages thirteen and up are recommended, though younger players can join with an adult.Is it for me?Right for groups of friends, families, or coworkers who want a break from the mall and an hour of focused teamwork—the locked door and the clock are what make the puzzle-solving feel real, not gimmicky.
Sail & Splash Fort Lauderdale: Water Trampoline & CatamaranSail & Splash is a three-and-a-half-hour catamaran excursion from Fort Lauderdale that combines sailing, swimming and water play. You board the Spirit of Lauderdale, cruise past Millionaires Row and the intracoastal waterway, then spend time in the Atlantic Ocean jumping on a water trampoline, sliding into the sea, floating on a giant mat and snorkeling the reef (weather permitting). The guide speaks English and Spanish; beverages are served onboard.Is it for me?The pace keeps moving between sailing, mansion views and water activities, so you're active in and out of the water for most of the three and a half hours—best for people who want to swim and play, not for those looking to sit and relax the whole time.
Fort Lauderdale: Jet Ski Rental by Mega Yachts & MansionsYou’ll launch straight into Fort Lauderdale’s famous waterways on your own jet ski rental, gliding past mega yachts and waterfront mansions while feeling every splash and breeze. Expect a quick safety intro, friendly local staff, and a chance to see “The Venice of America” from a totally different angle—plus they’ll snap a photo if you want proof you did it.
Pompano Beach Jet Ski Rental Fast Ocean Start & SafetyYou’ll launch straight into the ocean from Pompano Beach on a new jet ski—no slow canal rides or waiting around. With a local guide looking out for you and all equipment included, you’ll get to ride fast right away and feel that rush as soon as you hit open water. Expect laughter, salty air, and maybe a little surprise at how free you’ll feel out there.
Flamingo Gardens Fort Lauderdale: Skip-the-Line AdmissionYou skip the entry line and spend your morning walking 60 acres of tropical gardens among alligators, panthers, flamingos, and free-flying birds in an open aviary. You'll see the Wray Museum, a restored 1930s home, and have free parking. Plan two to three hours, and arrive early when the animals are most active and the paths are quieter.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to see Florida's native wildlife and gardens without waiting in line, and who has a couple of hours to walk at a relaxed pace through a quiet, well-maintained space.
Fort Lauderdale: Sunset Cruise on Sea Rocket with Waterway NarrationYou board at Bahia Mar Marina and spend 75 minutes on the water, moving through Fort Lauderdale's Intracoastal and New River or out to the Atlantic, depending on conditions. A guide narrates the billion-dollar homes, downtown towers, restaurants, and Port Everglades as you approach sunset. Restroom on board, admission and narration included. Arrive 25 minutes early—the boat leaves on time.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see Fort Lauderdale from the water without arranging your own boat or timing the sunset yourself. The fixed departure time and 25-minute early arrival window mean you need to plan around the schedule, but that's what keeps the boat on time and the sunset from being missed.
Fort Lauderdale: Sea Rocket Cruise & Intracoastal TourYou’ll ride the Sea Rocket through Fort Lauderdale’s waterways with a local captain, spotting waterfront mansions, yachts, city skyline views, and maybe even an iguana or two. Feel the breeze as you pass Port Everglades and Las Olas—this isn’t just sightseeing; it’s seeing how locals live by the water.
Fort Lauderdale: Private Everglades Airboat Tour 1.5 HoursYou’ll ride with a local captain through the Everglades’ river of grass on a private airboat tour from Fort Lauderdale. Feel the wind, spot wildlife up close, hear real stories from your guide, and bring your own snacks or drinks along for the ride. The quiet moments out there might surprise you.
Palm Beach Everglades: Private Airboat Tour in Swamp MonsterYou’ll speed through the Florida Everglades on a private airboat tour from Palm Beach, spotting wildlife up close and hearing real stories from a local guide. Expect wind in your face, maybe a laugh or two as you try to pronounce plant names, and moments where it’s just you and the swamp stretching out forever.
Fort Lauderdale: Seven Isles Kayak Tour & Mansions ViewsYou’ll glide through Fort Lauderdale’s Seven Isles by kayak, passing mega yachts and waterfront mansions while your guide shares local stories. Expect glimpses of birds among mangroves, maybe even manatees if you’re lucky. All equipment is included—plus cold coconut water—and there’s plenty of time to soak up canal life from the waterline.
Hollywood Florida Walking Food Tour: 5 Local Restaurant StopsA walking food tour in Hollywood, Florida takes you to roughly five independent local restaurants for tapas and appetizer portions at each stop, covering less than two miles total. The guide is a local who keeps groups small—usually four or five people—so the pace stays conversational and the stops adjust based on what's fresh that day. Water is included; you bring your own appetite and leave full.Is it for me?The tour covers less than two miles at a leisurely pace with rest stops, so it works for anyone who wants to eat well without a strenuous hike. If you prefer to move quickly or skip the walking altogether, this format won't suit you—the stops are the point, and the walk between them is part of the experience.
Fort Lauderdale: Kayak Rental & Mangrove River PaddleYou rent a stable kayak with paddle and life jacket, then navigate the Fort Lauderdale waterways on your own schedule — past mansions, yachts and mangrove tunnels where you'll spot fish and wading birds. Free parking and a waterfront deck to start and finish from. Plan for two to three hours depending on how far you want to explore.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to paddle and explore on their own terms without a guide's itinerary — the self-navigated format is what lets you linger in the mangrove tunnels or speed past the estates depending on your mood.
Learn to Play Congas in Fort Lauderdale: 15-Minute LessonLearn to play congas in Fort Lauderdale at a two-hour audience participation show with no experience needed. The lesson covers the history of the instrument, then teaches you a basic rhythm pattern (Tumbao or Marcha) used across popular music, followed by a long play-along session to jazz, rock, Latin, soul, funk, R&B and pop. You take home a printed copy of the music to practice.Is it for me?This is a shared audience participation show, not a private lesson, so you play alongside other people and the instructor leads the whole group through the rhythm together. It suits anyone who wants to actually play an instrument in a real performance setting rather than watch one, and who has two hours to spend learning and jamming without needing one-on-one instruction.
Orlando: Apex Shooting Range for Two with Lane & HandgunYou’ll step onto Orlando’s Apex Shooting Center range with a friend, get expert tips from local instructors, choose your own handgun, and try digital target drills together. Expect some nerves—and maybe laughter—as you discover what firing a real gun actually feels like.
