Central Beach Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale





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Popular places to visit

Las Olas Beach
A lively boulevard dotted with ritzy yachts and mansions runs alongside this glorious bay, known for its clear water and fun evening vibe.

Bahia Mar Marina
Explore the waterfront in Fort Lauderdale with a trip to Bahia Mar Marina. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Fort Lauderdale Beach Park
Cook a meal for your family on the grill, play basketball by the ocean and let your kids frolic in the play areas in this eclectic park.

Bonnet House Museum and Gardens
Walk into a historic Caribbean-style plantation house surrounded by breathtaking gardens at this impressive waterfront estate.

Sebastian Street Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sebastian Street Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Fort Lauderdale. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Fort Lauderdale Beach
With seven miles of flawless beach, a team of dedicated lifeguards and luxury retailers and restaurants, this is the perfect Florida vacation destination.
Top hotels in Central Beach

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Property was nice but check in time was 4 pm and we didn’t get a room till close to 7 and it was a different room then we booked just to get us in which we kinda appreciated but would have rather had our original room we booked. We will go back, property was conveniently close to what we were ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort
Overall a good place to stay. We had a suite that makes life comfortable with a separate sitting area. Good beach access, and good food options. Not all staff were knowledgeable about the area regarding getting rides to other places. Had some confusing information. Hotel is going through some renovations ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

W Fort Lauderdale
The accommodations were impeccably clean and well-maintained. Our room offered a beach view for an additional $40 USD, which you may choose to forgo. The hotel staff consistently demonstrated politeness, kindness, and a friendly demeanor.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach
The hotel was very clean and well kept . The amenities were nice ! Breakfast buffet was really good and staff at the bar were nice . The walls were thin and we could hear our neighbors . Overall had a great stay
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach
Great view and beach access nice pool and jacuzzi
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Oceanside Fort Lauderdale Beach
Anything that had to do with the front desk was painful! Check in was a disaster. With 7 people in line it took over 45 minutes to get up to the desk! A very slow process. I had to get a new room key because we accidentally left them in the room, and it took over 30 minutes to get- with 4 people ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Beach

Seven Isles
While Seven Isles isn't home to many top sights, Las Olas Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are some notable places to visit nearby.

East Fort Lauderdale
If you're spending some time in East Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.

Las Olas Isles
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Las Olas Isles and surrounding area, you can visit Las Olas Boulevard and Las Olas Beach.

Harbor Beach
Harbor Beach might not have many top sights, but Port Everglades and Las Olas Boulevard are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Barrier Island
While visiting Barrier Island, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Pier 66 Marina.

Birch Park Finger Streets
If you're spending some time in Birch Park Finger Streets, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park are top sights worth seeing.
