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5 Days of Adventure in Fort Lauderdale!

Alan Gagnon

Alan Gagnon

18 Dec 2023

Join me on an epic journey through Fort Lauderdale as I explore stunning beaches, thrilling riverboat rides, and fascinating parks. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Fort Lauderdale

Day 1Discovering Science and Soaking Up the Sun
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$85

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$ 33

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Museum of Discovery and Science
Downtown facility offering interactive exhibits for kids & adults, eco-center & giant IMAX theater.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$85
14 - 17 min

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Las Olas Beach
This busy public beach offers white sand & palm trees, plus restaurants, lodging & stores.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Free
Day 2Cruising the River and Relaxing on the Beach
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$125

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$ 22

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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Jungle Queen Riverboat
Vintage riverboat offering sightseeing tours of Fort Lauderdale waterways, dinner & show cruises.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$125
9 - 11 min

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Fort Lauderdale Beach
7+ miles of sandy oceanfront featuring water sports & a promenade plus access to shopping & dining.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
Day 3Exploring Nature's Beauty and Pier Fun
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$30

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$ 33

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
Featuring a freshwater lagoon, this diverse wildlife habitat offers hiking, fishing & more.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$30
41 - 50 min

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Dania Beach Pier
Sun shelter & fish-cleaning tables on a 900-ft-long wooden pier with a fish restaurant on the beach.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Free
Day 4Pier Fishing, Butterfly Magic, and Bargain Hunting
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$160

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$ 44

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Pompano Beach Fisher Family Pier
Public fishing pier popular for dawn & sunset strolls, with resident pelicans & ocean views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
27 - 33 min

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Butterfly World
Vibrant venue featuring a botanical garden with butterflies & birds plus an insect museum & more.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$160
28 - 34 min

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Swap Shop
Sprawling 1960s facility with a flea market, a Ferrari museum & a 14-screen drive-in movie theater.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Free
Day 5Casino Thrills, Park Adventures, and Exotic Gardens
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$125

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$ 44

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood
Lavish hotel with a rock ’n’ roll theme, offering dining & bars, plus live music, a casino & pools.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
25 - 30 min

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Tree Tops Park
Nature trails, horseback riding, boating, fishing & wildlife observation at a green, marshland park.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Free
16 - 20 min

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Flamingo Gardens
Family-friendly botanical garden & wildlife sanctuary with a museum, shows, tram tours & cafe.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
$125

Budget breakdown: $701 In total

Activities & Food:$525
Transport:$176