5 days in Fort Lauderdale Itinerary

Known as the "Venice of America" because of its extensive network of navigable waterways, Fort Lauderdale welcomes over 10 million annual visitors, most of them attracted by the city's popular beaches and marinas.

Get some cultural insight at Stranahan House and Jewish Museum of Florida - FIU. Visit History Fort Lauderdale and Coral Castle for their historical value. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Fort Lauderdale: Museum of the Everglades (in Everglades City), Miami (Deering Estate & Little Havana) and Miami Beach (The Wolfsonian - Florida International University & 12th Street Beach). There's still lots to do: see the interesting displays at Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens, have fun at Venetian Pool, go all around town with Jungle Queen Riverboats, and steep yourself in history at Coral Gables Merrick House and Gardens.

To find where to stay, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Fort Lauderdale online trip maker.

In December, daily temperatures in Fort Lauderdale can reach 80°F, while at night they dip to 68°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) to allow time to travel back home.