Fort Lauderdale Family Vacations

Fort Lauderdale Family Travel Guide

Family Destinations Near Fort Lauderdale

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Fort Lauderdale Family Highlights

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen
  • Stroll the Broadwalk and swim at Hollywood Beach
  • Cruise the Intracoastal Waterway
  • Walk with butterflies at Butterfly World
  • Role-play careers at Wannado City
  • Ride a swamp buggy through the Big Cypress Reservation

Fort Lauderdale Overview

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen

Fort Lauderdale long-ago shed its spring-break zaniness to become a year-round destination for families, boaters, and sun-seekers. And beyond the perfect climate, the canal-laced region combines more than 20 miles of beaches with cultural attractions and eco-adventures.

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Hotels

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Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
3030 Holiday Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Distance: 2.5 Miles
(from destination center)
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4.4 out of 5 9 reviews
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from: $129 expert favorite hotel
Best Western Pelican Beach Resort
2000 N Ocean Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
Distance: 3.5 Miles
(from destination center)
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from: $212 compare hotel rates expert favorite hotel
The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, Hollywood, Florida
3555 South Ocean Drive
Hollywood, FL 33019
Distance: 9.2 Miles
(from destination center)
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4.8 out of 5 22 reviews
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Attractions

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Museum of Discovery & Science
401 SW 2nd St
Fort Lauderdale, Florida Map
Distance: 0.3 Miles (from destination center)
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This museum's high-tech, interactive... Read More

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John U. Lloyd Beach State Recreation Area
6503 North Ocean Drive
Dania, Florida 33004 Map
Distance: 4.7 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Located next to Port Everglades, this 251-acre... Read More
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Hollywood North Beach Park
3501 North Ocean Drive
Hollywood, Florida 33019 Map
Distance: 6.4 Miles (from destination center)
Description: This 56-acre park is great for nature lovers, and... Read More
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Fort Lauderdale Vacation Rentals

from: $185
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Private Tropical Vacation Home
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 6
Amenities: BBQ, Laundry, Linens, Non-Smoking, Patio, Pets OK, Phone, TV, Utensils

from: $714
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4 Bedroom VACATION HOME in FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33394
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Sleeps: 10
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, BBQ, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Freezer, Full kitchen, Garage, Iron, Laundry, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Oceanfront, Oven, Patio, Phone, Refrigerator, Stereo, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster, Utensils, VCR

from: $428
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Modern Harbor Isle w/ Beach, Pool and Dock
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Sleeps: 10
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Dishwasher, Full kitchen, Garage, Internet Access, Linens, Microwave, Phone, Refrigerator, Stove, Swimming Pool, TV, Utensils


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