Hidden gems: Tourist Attractions in Fort Lauderdale

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Fort Lauderdale. This list contains 20 places from Tourist Attractions category.

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A Day on the Water
Boat tour agency
👍👍 This was by far the best thing we did in Ft. Lauderdale. Captain Dan is a ton of fun! Swimming in the deep Atlantic was amazing. Do yourself a favor and see Ft. Lauderdale in a new and exciting way.
5.00 (56 reviews)
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WonderMunch - The Food & History Tour of Fort Lauderdale
Tour operator
👍👍 What fun! Howie, the tour director, does a super job of telling fascinating stories about Ft Lauderdale history as you walk from restaurant to restaurant sampling their specialties. Very entertaining, and Howie has a fun personality which he doesn't hesitate to share with everyone! Be sure you sign...
5.00 (12 reviews)
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Thrive by Daniel Popper
Tourist attraction
👍👍 What a treat to learn this was here! I’ve only seen a similar Mother Earth visual (this one is entitled Thrive) by South African artist Daniel Popper in Tulum, Mexico. I had already planned a visit to Midnight Monday’s at Bodega, so my visit worked out perfectly as it’s right across the street - lit...
4.90 (72 reviews)
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Sea Turtle OP Headquarters
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Absolutely wonderful experience. Smaller group so you could be involved and ask questions while still being able to see. Doug was fantastic. We missed the baby sea turtles coming out of the nest, but other volunteers who were watching the nest caught 84 baby sea turtles who were disoriented by the l...
4.90 (26 reviews)
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Nightmare Village
Haunted house
👍👍 This is probably one of the BEST haunted houses that I have been to in South Florida!!! I went with my mom and my aunt... and we almost peed our pants. Both areas were wonderful, but Carnival of Carnage (clowns) was truly TERRIFYING!!! Especially, Patches with the yellow wig, she was AMAZING. Also,...
4.80 (67 reviews)
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Funky Fish Ocean Camp
Children's camp
Ocean-oriented kids' camp for upbeat outdoor activities, including snorkeling & skimboarding.
4.80 (58 reviews)
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Old Dillard Museum
Museum
Exhibits featured in a landmark erected in 1907 as the first African-American school in the city.
4.80 (44 reviews)
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Twin Lakes North Park
Park
👍👍 Quiet. Cute little neighborhood park. I saw a city worker stop by and sanitize the bars and slides. Impressive.
4.80 (29 reviews)
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YAA ArtHouse
Art center
4.80 (24 reviews)
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Fort Lauderdale Historical Society
Historical society
Museum featuring group & school tours of early 20th century buildings plus a research center.
4.80 (24 reviews)
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World AIDS MUSEUM and Educational Center
Museum
👍👍 The World AIDS Museum located at 1201 NE 26th Street, Suite 111, Wilton Manors, Florida is near completion and set to open. Fortunately I was able get a sneak preview of this one of a kind and the only museum in the world dedicated not only to the history and understanding of the AIDS epidemic, but...
4.70 (88 reviews)
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Laura Ward Riverwalk Plaza
Tourist attraction
4.70 (14 reviews)
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Pioneer House Museum
Museum
👍👍 Very educational i learned alot Kid friendly and clean
4.70 (11 reviews)
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Smoker Family Park
Park
Modest park along the Tarpon River featuring tree-shaded walking paths & benches.
4.60 (133 reviews)
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Hortt Park
Park
👍 Nice park for locals. Playground for the kids, a baseball field, tennis & volleyball courts for everyone. Sun and shade all over. Family friendly.
4.60 (93 reviews)
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Abreu Park, Rio Vista
Park
Easygoing, pet-friendly riverside green space with shade trees, benches & views of downtown.
4.60 (35 reviews)
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Bill Keith Preserve Park
Nature preserve
Small green space with a wooden walkway, picnic tables, a canoe/kayak launch & scenic, water views.
4.50 (126 reviews)
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Edgewood Passive Park
Park
👍👍 This Ft. Lauderdale Park opened on April 12. 2001 on the site of a former 11 acre trailer park in the Edgewood neighborhood of Ft. Lauderdale. What was once an eyesore for the community has been transformed into a beautiful natural asset. Edgewood is tucked into a corner of Ft. Lauderdale bordered b...
4.50 (92 reviews)
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TRP Taste
Event venue
👍 Second experience here. The server staff was amazing and the food was to be expected. I honestly didn't give 5 stars because this is the second time the chef has passed us over for comments. It's a little disheartening when she went to everyone around us to talk and ask about the meal. Even when try...
4.50 (32 reviews)
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Sailboat Bend Preserve
Park
Passive recreational area on 1.27 acres featuring a trail, interpretative signs & native plants.
4.50 (32 reviews)
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