Truly Unique Sights of Fort Lauderdale, Florida USA
by Steve O Ness - February 20, 2008
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The guide to what's one-of-kind and found no where else on Earth, but right here in Fort Lauderdale.
Whether you travel here on business, come here on vacation or are lucky enough to live here full or part time, I’ve put together my list of what you’ll find no where else on Earth. The things that make Fort Lauderdale one of a kind. The sights that make this city unique.
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
900 N Birch Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
A historical gem sandwiched between the sea and the intracoastal waterway from an era not so long ago. On par with some of the best home museums in the country. Check out the painted ceilings, tiki bar, shell museum and artist’s studio. Wander the gardens, listen to the free flying parrots and imagine you’ve stepped back in time.
A historical gem sandwiched between the sea and the intracoastal waterway from an era not so long ago. On par with some of the best home museums in the country. Check out the painted ceilings, tiki bar, shell museum and artist’s studio. Wander the gardens, listen to the free flying parrots and imagine you’ve stepped back in time.
Flamingo Gardens
3750 S FLAMINGO RD DAVIE, FL 33330
Part old time Florida, part wildlife center, part gardens and just a one-of-a-kind place. Full of champion trees (the largest of their variety in the state) lining jungle paths, a walk-in bird aviary, a historical home, a narrated tram ride and the obligatory flamingos. Be sure and stop in the juice bar for fresh squeezed citrus. A subtle attraction that you can explore at your own pace. No queueing and repetitious electronic monologues here. A perfect place for the wandering curious type.
Las Olas Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale’s chic street. Las Olas (“the waves” in Spanish) runs from downtown to the beach and is lined with restaurants and shops. I know you’re thinking every town has one of these streets. But only on Las Olas can you sit outside in February, have a gourmet dinner under the circling fans while tiny beads of sweat form on your forehead. Believe me, you don’t have Las Olas Boulevard in your town.
Water Taxi Inc
1850 Se 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Not as cheap as it used to be, but without a doubt the best way to see the “Venice of America”. Float past million dollar homes as you join the parade of yachts going up and down the Intracoastal Waterway and New River. Be sure and wave as you pull up to stop number 2. I’ll be watching from my balcony.
Not as cheap as it used to be, but without a doubt the best way to see the “Venice of America”. Float past million dollar homes as you join the parade of yachts going up and down the Intracoastal Waterway and New River. Be sure and wave as you pull up to stop number 2. I’ll be watching from my balcony.
Jungle Queen Box Office
801 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
In the old days you journeyed up river to a remote “Indian Village” complete with alligator wrestling and a BBQ. Now the Indians run a nearby casino, so you’re left with a Variety Show, but you still get the BBQ. Well worth the ride up the impossibly narrow, winding, twisting New River past famous homes and expensive yachts. Sit on the upper deck for the best views.
In the old days you journeyed up river to a remote “Indian Village” complete with alligator wrestling and a BBQ. Now the Indians run a nearby casino, so you’re left with a Variety Show, but you still get the BBQ. Well worth the ride up the impossibly narrow, winding, twisting New River past famous homes and expensive yachts. Sit on the upper deck for the best views.
Port Everglades Jetty (North)
Wave “Bon Voyage” to family, friends and strangers as the parade of cruise ships leave port on a nightly basis. You stand just a few feet away as goliath 10 story ships float past. Best viewing is in winter on Saturdays and Sundays afternoons after 4 PM when as many as 10 or 12 ships exit single file on their way to destinations unknown. Fort Lauderdale is soon to be home of Royal Caribbean’s 5,400 passenger Oasis of the Seas. Check the Port Everglades harbor master report for ships and estimated departure times. To get to the North Jetty, your best bet is to park at the South Beach Lot at 700 Seabreaze Boulevard and walk a mile South on the beach.
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Awesome FTL guide Steve! I went to UM in Miami but always preferred going up north to the Fort Lauderdale attractions!
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