Find the Best Things to Do in East Fort Lauderdale

About East Fort Lauderdale

Photo courtesy of Jungle Queen Riverboat Tours

This picturesque beachfront section of the city is where the vacationers flock. Here are the beautiful beaches, the picture-perfect ocean views, the finest restaurants, the best shopping and many of the most luxurious of fine hotels. This is where memories are made. This is where the world comes to play.

See & Do

Amidst the hustle and bustle, East Fort Lauderdale is known for some serene and natural attractions. The Bonnet Museum and Gardens houses Fort Lauderdale lore in art and memorabilia. Surrounding this is the Hugh Birch State Park for the nature lover in us all. Hike, bike, fish or simply enjoy the serenity. For an up close and personal view of the city from its famous waterways the Jungle Queen Riverboat offers fascinating guided tours daily.

Eat

Once the mecca for spring breakers, tourists now enjoy a world-class vacation destination and it shows in the incredible choice of restaurants. From Don Shula's famous steakhouse Shula's On The Beach to the elegant traditional French bistro East End Brasserie to the fun Lulu's Bate Shack, come hungry and take your pick of a smorgasbord of endless eateries. Convenient parking at Beach Place is central to it all.

Party

Nightlife rocks in East Fort Lauderdale. This is where it all happens. First stop is a visit to the well-known Elbo Room. Made famous by the film Where The Boys Area, this landmark is still buzzing after all these years. Walk down the street to Beach Place. Here you'll find Hooters, Fat Tuesdays and the always fun Sopranos Dueling Piano Bar all under one roof. This place never sleeps so c'mon and join the fun! 

Stay

In just the last few years Fort Lauderdale has welcomed some of the world's best known hotels to join its already established list of astounding properties. From the landmark Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six with its beautiful views of Downtown and Port Everglades, to the prized Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale and the celebrated W Fort Lauderdale Hotel, which both grace the coastline of Ft. Lauderdale Beach, the choice is yours in what expectations of elegance you prefer.

Shop

Much of the city's best shopping is right here in East Fort Lauderdale. Here you'll find an endless number of unique shops, boutiques and famous name stores are within blocks. Whether you're shopping for beachwear at Maui Nix at Beach Place, souvenirs in the fun, eclectic shops along the beach, or at the glitzy Galleria where you'll find Neiman-Marcus, Banana Republic and Macy's, you don't have to go far to satisfy the urge to shop.