Fort Lauderdale Beaches

One thing's for sure; you'll never wonder what to do in Fort Lauderdale. You just have to step out of your accommodation and head for the city's legendary beaches.

With hot, sunny days and beautiful blue skies, Fort Lauderdale is beach baby territory. You're bound to find the perfect slice of seaside bliss to suit you.

Long gone are the days when spring break crowds took over the city's top sandy real estate. Now iconic stretches such as Fort Lauderdale Beach are family-friendly, with sports, bustling promenades, great restaurants and even better sandcastle building.

If you're more of a back-to-nature beach-goer, fear not. Not all of Fort Lauderdale's beaches are hives of activity. Head a bit farther afield to discover pristine stretches of sand, lapped by azure seas and frequented not by sun-worshippers but by nesting turtles.

Popular Beaches

  • Planning a trip wouldn't be complete without a visit to iconic Fort Lauderdale Beach. A buzzing promenade and four miles of family-friendly sand await you.
  • Legendary Hollywood Beach is one of the region's best-loved stretches of sand. Walk the nostalgic boardwalk, enjoy beach sports or splash in the waves.
  • Deerfield Beach has everything you could ever want from a beach. The best water activities in Fort Lauderdale? Check. A fishing pier? Check. Calm, family-friendly waters? Check.

Quiet Beaches

  • It doesn't get more tranquil than Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park, where an unspoiled island just waits to be dived, kayaked or explored. You might spot nesting turtles if you're lucky.
  • Golden dunes, swaying palms and the shimmering Atlantic Ocean are about as developed as laid-back Dania Beach gets.
  • The only noise you'll hear at Hallandale Beach is the sound of lapping waves. It's the perfect place for quiet and solitude. Head inland for golf and horse racing.

Best Beach Activities

  • Crystal clear waters and easy access make North Ocean Park at Pompano Beach the ideal place to perfect your snorkeling skills and meet some weird and wonderful marine life.
  • If you're looking for things to do in Fort Lauderdale that involve the sea, why not try scuba diving? Explore the Southeast Florida Reef Tract and meet its marine residents as you embark on a course.
  • Bronzed, toned bodies battle it out to be king or queen of the beach on Fort Lauderdale's many beach volleyball courts. Slather on some sunscreen and give it a try.