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8 Waterside Gems to See in Greater Fort Lauderdale

Our favorite spots in the ‘Venice of America.’

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A trip to Greater Fort Lauderdale is a reminder that life is always better by the water. Called the “Venice of America,” this area of coastal Florida is packed with aquatic attractions from the shore to the suburbs.

Here, spontaneity and adventure live in liquid form. Whether you’re swimming in the Atlantic or rafting through the Intracoastal Waterway, there are endless ways to soak up the sun and get your fill of water-based fun. From the tranquil wetlands surrounding a historic estate to a storied restaurant built out of a barge, our favorite Lauderdale spots are where watery wonders meet the unexpected.

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Fort Lauderdale, Florida

The Bonnet House Museum and Gardens

This oceanfront 1920s house museum offers visitors historic art and rare plants across five distinct ecosystems.
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Hillsboro Beach, Florida

Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse

This distinctive lighthouse with an iron skeleton is one of the tallest on the East Coast.
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