River Oaks
Fort Lauderdale
Popular places to visit
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 top-notch restaurants.
Las Olas Boulevard
This vibrant district packed with chic boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants offers a welcome break from the beach.
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood
Why not try your luck with a visit to Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Hollywood? Discover the area's breathtaking sunrises and shops.
Sawgrass Mills
One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.
Things to do
Water Taxi All Day hop-on hop-off Venice of America Boat Tour
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Everglades Airboat Tour from Fort Lauderdale with transportation
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
Venice of America Tour | Millionaire's Row | Complimentary Drinks
Top hotels in River Oaks
Hampton Inn Ft. Lauderdale Airport North Cruise Port
Nice rooms. Very friendly staff. Breakfast buffet was very good. Great location. Stores and restaurants nearby and only minutes to the cruise port.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Staff was very nice. Location and beach were beautiful.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
Great staff , Great amenities, Great location Amazing room with kitchen and appliances.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruiseport by IHG
friendly staff at the reception and at the restaurant and bar
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Sherry Frontenac Oceanfront Hotel
Beautiful friendly hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Miami West - Airport Area by IHG
The hotel was close to the airport and the stadium. Room was clean. Staff were excellent! The facility was ok, just worn around the edges. Fine for what we needed at the time.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River Oaks
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Harbor Shops and Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 2 are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
Victoria Park
While visiting Victoria Park, you might make a stop by sights like Parker Playhouse and Jimmy Evert Tennis Center.
Barrier Island
While visiting Barrier Island, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Pier 66 Marina.
