Fort Lauderdale is more than just sand and shining sun. It has a surprising amount of history and a mesmerizing live art scene. You will not regret to spend your vacations in this residential resort city. It has a series of canals and waterways similar to Venice, with captivating architecture and friendly residents.

Are you tired of your hectic work routine and need a break? Get your bags packed, catch your flight, pick up a rental car from the airport and travel to these 5 amazing tourist attractions in Fort Lauderdale. Here are a few places to visit in Fort Lauderdale to make your trip memorable.

Fort Lauderdale Beach

The Beach of Fort Lauderdale is one of the most popular tourist destinations in For Lauderdale. It is well known for the spring break madness, when thousands of tourists fly in annually. Alongside the beach, you will find a pedestrian walk and a large number of hostels, restaurants and shopping corners. In the streets, tourists can find small hotels to stay in for the night.

Las Olas Boulevard

Las Olas Boulevard stretches from downtown Fort Lauderdale to Las Olas Beach along the new river. Here, you have a view of old mansions and yachts of intercoastal waterways. There are plenty of tourist attractions and things to do along Las Olas Boulevard. From finding touring museums to art galleries to shopping corners at more than 100 boutiques, the activities are endless. Furthermore, there are also many famous dining spots, cafes along the waterside. Another great way to explore the place is to travel by boat. You can travel from a simple gondola or a big yacht for a day (depending on your budget).

Bonnet House Museum and Gardens

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Bonnet House Museum and Gardens is a combination of art, architecture, ecology, and history. This historic place was designed by Frederic Clay and it was built in 1920. The Museum features a wide collection of personal treasures and art on display. Covering almost 36 acres of land, this spot once used to be on the winter retreat list of the Bartlett family. The ground serves a mesmerizing view of beach, dunes, a maritime forest, freshwater bog, and mangrove wetland.

Historic Stranahan house museum

This pine pioneer’s home was built by Ohio businessman and trader, Frank Stranahan in 1901. He used to operate his barge ferry business here. It is expanded several times over the years. It also served as the post office, community center, and town hall. It has been used as a restaurant and boarding house too. There are many gift shops in the museum that feature handmade items crafted by local artists of town.

Museum of discovery and science

This museum is home to permanent and rotating programs that will educate and entertain your family. You will meet dinosaurs and look at real fossils. You will have a look at one of the largest living coral reefs on display. You can watch a variety of nature and feature films at the IMAX theater of the museum. There is also a discovery center dedicated to children under seven years old to play there and learn.