The City of Fort Lauderdale

Widely known as the “Venice of America” because of its expansive and intricate canal system, Fort Lauderdale is a relaxing getaway with miles of blue water, soft golden sand and inviting gentle breezes under the warm amber sun. With a tropical climate, the city is a paradise and is a major yachting centre with many marinas. There are plenty of activities to keep you occupied here: Plan a day at the spa, a day cruise or bask in the rays at one of Fort Lauderdale’s many beautiful beaches. Whatever your style, Fort Lauderdale has just the thing to entertain and delight you.

Fort Lauderdale’s Highlights

• Boomers: A family fun park for those young in body and young in mind looking for exhilarating action. Take the kids for an exciting day out and let them run wild while you relax at the Boomers Cafe.

• Fort Lauderdale Beach: With seven miles of unspoilt sandy beaches, Fort Lauderdale Beach provides a spectacular area for residents and visitors to partake in many beach-themed activities or relax and gaze at the views of the Atlantic Ocean.

• Fort Lauderdale History Center: Bringing the history of Greater Fort Lauderdale to life and preserving it for the future. The history center is a focal point for those wanting to educate themselves on the city’s history and prehistoric peoples, referred to as the Glades Culture and the Tequesta.

• The Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival: The “FLIFF” runs annually and is host to plenty of events to keep everyone entertained.

• Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale: Designed by distinguished American architect Edward Larrabee Barnes, the museum not only displays spectacular exhibitions, but also offers courses in painting, drawing, design and other disciplines taught by professional artists. With Inside Out as its resident theatre company, the Museum of Art has an active performing arts program with performances in the 256-seat Horvitz Auditorium.