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 | There are actually a number of different beaches in the Ft. Lauderdale area, each with its own personality. Fort Lauderdale itself is as hip as Miami Beach, with expanses of beach ... Best For: Tots (0-2) Kids (3-6) Kids (7-9) Tweens (10-12) Teens (13+) |
 | Learn about local history while visiting the home of artists, at this eclectic Fort Lauderdale estate. On a tour of the tropically landscaped grounds, which encompass five ... Best For: Kids (7-9) Tweens (10-12) Teens (13+) |
 | About 30 minutes inland is Tradewinds Park, a park dedicated to fluttering creatures from thousands of butterflies to hummingbirds, lorikeet and insects drawn to the its roses, ... Best For: Tots (0-2) Kids (3-6) Kids (7-9) |
 | Fort Lauderdale's waters aren't known for surfing, probably because the waves aren't very high and they break too close to shore. But, they do make a great place for beginners to ... Best For: Kids (3-6) Kids (7-9) Tweens (10-12) Teens (13+) |
 | With activities for every visitor style and personality, Fort Lauderdale's bountiful beaches have plenty to offer families. With 20 miles of shoreline, the options are extensive. ... Best For: Tots (0-2) Kids (3-6) Kids (7-9) Tweens (10-12) Teens (13+) |
 | Catch a cheap ride to area beaches, shopping, dining and attractions with the Fort Lauderdale Sun Trolley. Fares range from free to around 50 cents -- a true bargain. Day passes, ... Best For: Kids (3-6) Kids (7-9) Tweens (10-12) Teens (13+) |
 | Kids will have a ball scaling a rock wall, negotiating a ropes course, playing in a laser maze and running, bouncing and sliding at Funderdome, an indoor entertainment center ... Best For: Tots (0-2) Kids (3-6) Kids (7-9) Tweens (10-12) |
 | Escape the city for a few hours for a hike, bike ride, or picnic, at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. The green park offers plenty of opportunities to commune with nature, from ... Best For: Kids (3-6) Kids (7-9) Tweens (10-12) Teens (13+) |
 | Often referred to as the "Venice of the East," this waterway, which includes the New River, the Intercoastal and associated canals, is a lively harbor for yachts and cruise ships ... Best For: Kids (3-6) Kids (7-9) Tweens (10-12) Teens (13+) |
 | While you may expect a riverboat in the bayous of Louisiana, Fort Lauderdale's Jungle Queen is a fun way to explore the calm Intracoastal waters, gliding past stately Fort ... Best For: Kids (3-6) Kids (7-9) Tweens (10-12) Teens (13+) |
 | Spanning several blocks and populated with unique shops, cafes and art galleries, this eclectic waterfront Fort Lauderdale entertainment district is a short hop from the beach and ... Best For: Kids (3-6) Kids (7-9) Tweens (10-12) Teens (13+) |
 | Welcoming hands-on exploration, the 85,000-square-foot museum is home to a number of natural and physical science exhibits, and features a 300-seat IMAX Theater and educational ... Best For: Tots (0-2) Kids (3-6) Kids (7-9) Tweens (10-12) Teens (13+) |
 | Take an alligator-sighting airboat ride through the Florida Everglades, then visit the animal park where you'll see a variety of animals, from wolves, leopards and snakes to a ... Best For: Kids (7-9) Tweens (10-12) Teens (13+) |
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