Fort Lauderdale

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900 N Birch Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

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Built in 1920, this breathtaking estate is on the National Register for Historic Sites and is a remarkable tribute to a bygone era. It is the former home of artists, Frederic and Evelyn Bartlett. The family bequeathed the property to the Florida Trust in 1983. The plantation style home reflects the Bartlett's penchant...

201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

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Located in the popular Riverwalk area, this prestigious performing arts center brings a wide variety of cultural programs to Broward County. You can experience ballet, theater, musical performances and opera all under one roof. First class facilities feature state-of-the-art sound and lighting equipment, ensuring an...

3600 W Sample Rd, Tradewinds Park, Coconut Creek, FL 33073

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Adults and children of all ages will enjoy walking through a screened-in aviary that looks like a tropical rain forest and is filled with some two thousand caterpillars and multicolored butterflies. Outside the aviary are extensive gardens, including a rose garden, a small pond, a gift shop, and a pavilion containing...

3750 S Flamingo Rd, Davie, FL 33069

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Botanical gardens, a one and a half-acre free-flight aviary featuring wading birds, a crocodile lagoon, river otter and bobcat habitats, wetlands, and a citrus grove make this lush tropical setting a fascinating place to visit. Visitors can choose to take a narrated tram tour or to walk a lovely paved path to see the...

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Florida is known for its warm temps and miles of beautiful beaches, and Fort Lauderdale is no exception. The beachfront area draws hundreds of visitors each year due to its cleanliness and the variety of shops, dining and nightlife destinations that are nearby, not to mention the abundance of parking available in the...

3019 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

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This 180-acre park lies on a barrier island between the Atlantic Ocean and the Inland Waterway. Popular for its tranquil beaches and swimming, salt water fishing, and surfing on the north shore. The area includes freshwater lagoons, mangrove swamps, and a hardwood coastal hammock. The park also boasts a nature walk,...

300 Gulf Stream Way, Dania Beach, FL 33004

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Enjoy a fascinating glimpse at the sport of fishing. Extensive multimedia displays include an amazing virtual fishing exhibit that allows guests to "reel in" tarpon, sailfish, and marlin. Interesting collection of fishing equipment dating from the 19th century. Well-stocked gift shop and library and there's also a...

1 Hall Of Fame Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

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Just off A1A, this museum highlights the achievements of notable swimmers and contains aquatic artifacts dating to the 15th century. Computerized exhibits let you pretend you are an Olympic swimmer, diver, or judge. There are two ten-lane, fifty-meter pools and an exhibition building featuring photos, medals, and...

6503 N Ocean Dr, Hollywood, FL 33301

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Four miles south of Fort Lauderdale, this 251-acre park offers a surprisingly peaceful respite from the hustle and bustle of the surrounding urban area. Uncrowded beaches, lovely views, shady picnic spots, and sea-turtle nesting areas attract visitors year-round. Manatees and abundant bird life can be found in the...

801 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

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The Jungle Queen Riverboat Company actually has several boats and offers three distinct tours. The Sightseeing Cruise is about 3 hours – this takes you up the New River, and includes a stopover at the "Jungle Queen Indian Village." The Miami Bayside Cruise is 8 hours, with a stopover at Bayside for some shopping and...