

Things to do in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale sells canal and Millionaire's Row boat cruises, Everglades airboat trips, snorkel and dive charters on the reef, and Miami and Key West day trips. Boat size and reef conditions drive the quality of the water tours.
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What are the best things to do in Fort Lauderdale?
Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Fort Lauderdale, United States. The highest scoring is 1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early) at 92 out of 100, followed by Fort Lauderdale Segway Tour, Half-day Everglades National Park Tour and 1-Hour Air Boat Ride, Private tour for 12 people on a 40 ft Yacht, Ft Lauderdale bay. Prices start at $13 per person and 2 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. November to April, with warm water year round.
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- In the 90+ Club
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- $13 per person
- Bookable today
- 120
Most Popular in Fort Lauderdale
The experiences travelers book most right now.


Fort Lauderdale Segway Tour

Half-day Everglades National Park Tour and 1-Hour Air Boat Ride

#1 VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR - Cold A/C 115' LARGEST IN LAUDERDALE!

Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale

Evening Boat Cruise through Downtown Ft. Lauderdale
Most Highly Reviewed in Fort Lauderdale
Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early)

Fort Lauderdale Segway Tour

Half-day Everglades National Park Tour and 1-Hour Air Boat Ride

Private tour for 12 people on a 40 ft Yacht, Ft Lauderdale bay

Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat

Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter
Last Minute in Fort Lauderdale
Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early)

Fort Lauderdale Segway Tour

Half-day Everglades National Park Tour and 1-Hour Air Boat Ride

Private tour for 12 people on a 40 ft Yacht, Ft Lauderdale bay

Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat

Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter
Family Friendly in Fort Lauderdale
Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early)

The Escape Game Sunrise: 60-Minute Adventures at Sawgrass Mills

#1 VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR - Cold A/C 115' LARGEST IN LAUDERDALE!

Shared Sportfishing Trip from Fort Lauderdale

90-Minute Snorkel & Seabob Underwater Guided Reef Tour in Fort Lauderdale

Ocean Parasailing Adventure In Fort Lauderdale, FL
Food & Drink in Fort Lauderdale
Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter

Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Ft. Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale Food & Drink Tour

4-Hour Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter

Fort Lauderdale Sightseeing Cruise with Sandbar Swim Stop

Hollywood Florida Walking Food Tour
Culture & History in Fort Lauderdale
Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

Half-day Everglades National Park Tour and 1-Hour Air Boat Ride

Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat

Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter

#1 VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR - Cold A/C 115' LARGEST IN LAUDERDALE!

4-Hour Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter

History Museum, Pioneer House Museum & Schoolhouse Museum
Outdoors in Fort Lauderdale
Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early)

Fort Lauderdale Segway Tour

Half-day Everglades National Park Tour and 1-Hour Air Boat Ride

Private tour for 12 people on a 40 ft Yacht, Ft Lauderdale bay

Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat

Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter
Nightlife in Fort Lauderdale
After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early)

Private tour for 12 people on a 40 ft Yacht, Ft Lauderdale bay

Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter

The Escape Game Sunrise: 60-Minute Adventures at Sawgrass Mills

#1 VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR - Cold A/C 115' LARGEST IN LAUDERDALE!

Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Ft. Lauderdale
Planning questions about Fort Lauderdale
- What are the best things to do in Fort Lauderdale?
- 1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early) is the highest ranked experience in Fort Lauderdale, scoring 92 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 1,532 traveler reviews. Fort Lauderdale Segway Tour, Half-day Everglades National Park Tour and 1-Hour Air Boat Ride, Private tour for 12 people on a 40 ft Yacht, Ft Lauderdale bay, Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat round out the top five. Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Fort Lauderdale, United States, and 2 of them score 90 or above.
- How much do activities in Fort Lauderdale cost?
- The median price across everything we rank in Fort Lauderdale is $99 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $13 on Sea Rocket Ocean Speed Boat Cruise in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
- Can I book something in Fort Lauderdale for today?
- Yes. 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Fort Lauderdale currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
- Is Fort Lauderdale good for families?
- Yes. 14 of the experiences we rank in Fort Lauderdale are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
- How many days do you need in Fort Lauderdale?
- Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
- When is the best time to visit Fort Lauderdale?
- November to April, with warm water year round. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
- Can I cancel a booking in Fort Lauderdale?
- 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Fort Lauderdale offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
- How does the Outty Ranking work?
- Every experience in Fort Lauderdale gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Fort Lauderdale so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.