Barrier Island
Fort Lauderdale
Visit Barrier Island
Popular places to visit
Pier 66 Marina
Explore the waterfront of Pier 66 Marina in Fort Lauderdale, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's breathtaking sunrises.
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.
Hollywood Beach
Ice cream parlors, a music stage and a water playground are among the highlights of the lively boulevard backing onto this picturesque beach.
Port Everglades
Explore the waterfront of Port Everglades in Dania Beach, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Sawgrass Mills
One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.
Las Olas Boulevard
This vibrant district packed with chic boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants offers a welcome break from the beach.
Things to do
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Evening Boat Cruise through Downtown Ft. Lauderdale
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
Fort Lauderdale: 90-minute Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink
Venice of America Tour | Millionaire's Row | Complimentary Drinks
Top hotels in Barrier Island
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
The staff was courteous however the grounds was unattended trash cigarette butts overflowing trash cans. It was good and a great location. It maybe an East Coast thing. A lot of tourists from abroad. Price was right. Food was expensive for what it was.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
Wonderful resort!! Loved the view, beach, pools, food and staff!!!
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Pier Sixty-Six (Pier 66)
Great property with any amenity imaginable
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
The room was clean and the staff wax amazing
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
There was a problem at the beginning and they fixed it immediately
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
The Sunny
Awesome
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrier Island
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.
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Harbor Shops and Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 2 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.
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.
Central Beach
While visiting Central Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Beach.
Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Cosy bars a bustling port and top sights from Las Olas Boulevard to Historic Stranahan House Museum – discover Downtown Fort Lauderdale, a destination also famous for its beaches.
