Barrier Island
Fort Lauderdale
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Las Olas Boulevard
This vibrant district packed with chic boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants offers a welcome break from the beach.
Sawgrass Mills
One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.
Las Olas Beach
A lively boulevard dotted with ritzy yachts and mansions runs alongside this glorious bay, known for its clear water and fun evening vibe.
Things to do
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Ocean Parasailing Adventure In Fort Lauderdale, FL
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Venice of America Tour | Millionaire's Row | Complimentary Drinks
Bimini Bahamas Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale via Fast Ferry
Top hotels in Barrier Island
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Solid property right off the main part of the strip. Property is dated needs upgrades, but staff is awesome! They go over and beyond to make up for property limitations. I stayed during holiday week so the team here was stretched thin but did an impeccable job!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Pier Sixty-Six (Pier 66)
The staff were extremely friendly, helpful, and kind. The property was clean and well maintained. The bathroom over met my expectations. The large walk in shower and heated toilet seat with touch point features to operate the toilet was amazing. My only concern was the bed blocking the wall mirror ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
We loved the buffet breakfast! Omelets were amazing
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
Everything was perfect. We only had the one night stay with you before our cruise but wished we could have made our stay longer. The room was perfect and the walk around the property just awesome. We had dinner at night and the staff and service was great.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Sea Beach Plaza - Near Jungle Queen Riverboat
The room was excellent and all the staff, particularly the lady who was in charge during the day were very friendly and responsive. She responded promptly even on Christmas day and took care of our needs.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
Room was clean. Bed was fairly comfortable. Shuttle from the airport was not available to pick us up due to unknown issues that couldn’t be verified.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
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.
