Discover Fort Lauderdale

Nicknamed the "Venice of America," Fort Lauderdale flaunts more than 3,000 miles of navigable waterways and endless stretches of palm-fringed golden beaches. This vibrant city embodies a variety of cultures and is truly an intriguing place to visit and play.

Delight in a Vibrant Fort Lauderdale Travel Experience

Make your Fort Lauderdale travel experience one to remember at Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel . Take pleasure in the waterside relaxation of Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy your favorite cocktail at a seaside café, and watch the waves kiss the shore. Browse the chic boutiques of the shopping districts. And enjoy the vast water sports - from jet skiing and scuba diving to glass-bottom boat cruises and deep-sea fishing. Take advantage of our year-round temperate weather, friendly locals, and glistening white-sand beaches. Within minutes of the Fort Lauderdale airport - and just 30 miles from Miami International Airport - the enthusiasm and adventure of the nation's yachting capital is truly captivating.

Local Attractions   

  •  Fort Lauderdale Beach  (across our walkway)
  •  Jungle Queen Riverboat Cruise  (onsite)
  •  Glassbottom Boat Tours  (1 mile)
  •  Beach Place  (1 mile)
  •  Las Olas Boulevard & Riverfront  (1 mile)
  •   International Swimming Hall of Fame  (1 mile)
  •  Galleria Mall at Fort Lauderdale  (3 miles)
  •  Fort Lauderdale Museum of Art  (3 miles)
  •  Broward Center of Performing Arts  (3 miles)
  •  Old Fort Lauderdale Village  (3 miles)
  •  Museum of Discovery and Science  (3 miles)
  •  Fort Lauderdale Historical Museum  (3 miles)
  •   The Bonnet House  (3 miles)
  •  Riverwalk Downtown  (3 miles)
  •   Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival/Cinema Paradiso  (4 miles): Cinema Paradiso is South Florida's most unique art house movie theater. Get a discounted $5 ticket with proof of stay at Bahia Mar
  •   Fort Lauderdale Children's Theatre  (6 miles)
  •  Anne Kolb Nature Center  (9 miles)
  •  Broward Mall  (14 miles)
  •  Pompano Park Harness Track  (14 miles)
  •  Sawgrass Mills Outlet Mall  (17 miles)
  •   Mosaic Theatre  (17 miles)
  •  Pro-Player Stadium  (18 miles)
  •  Office Depot Center  (19 miles)
  •  Butterfly World  (20 miles)
  •  Florida Everglades Tours  (25 miles)
  •   Miami, Florida Attractions and Tours  
  •   Concert Association of Florida  

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Area Events

  •  Fort Lauderdale Beach  (across our walkway) 
  •  Las Olas Boulevard & Riverfront  (1 mile)
  •  Broward County Convention Center  (2 miles)
  •  Riverwalk Downtown  (3 miles)
  •  Fort Lauderdale Stadium, Baltimore Orioles spring training  (12 miles)
  •  Pompano Park Harness Track  (14 miles)
  •  Dolphins Stadium - 2009 BCS National Championship (18 miles)
  •  Pro-Player Stadium, Home of the Florida Marlins  (18 miles)
  •  Office Depot Center, Home of the Florida Panthers  (19 miles)

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Shopping

  •  Beach Place  (1 mile) 
  •  Galleria  (3 miles)
  •  Las Olas Boulevard  (3 miles)
  •  Las Olas Riverfront  (3 miles)
  •  Coral Ridge Mall  (5 miles)
  •  Dania Historic Antiques District  (6 miles)
  •  Design Center of the Americas  (7 miles)
  •  Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop  (7 miles)
  •  Oceanside Shopping Center  (11 miles)
  •  Hollywood Mall  (12 miles)
  •  Fashion Mall  (13 miles)
  •  Broward Mall  (14 miles)
  •  Hollywood Dog Track Flea Market  (14 miles)
  •  Sawgrass Mills Mall  (18 miles)
  •  Coral Square Mall  (21 miles)
  •  Pembroke Lakes Mall  (21 miles)
  •  Festival Flea Market  (23 miles)

Full-Service Tours (picking up guests at our hotel)

  • Everglades:  half-day and full-day trips available
  • Bus Tours:  to Miami and Key West
  • Van Service to the Hard Rock Casino:  most of the fare is returned in "play".

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Golf

  • Pompano Beach Golf Course  (4 miles)
  • Emerald Hills Golf Club  (9 miles)
  • Diplomat Resort Country Club  (10 miles)
  • Jacaranda Golf Club  (15 miles)
  • Palm-Aire Country Club  (15 miles)
  • Inverrary Country Club  (16 miles)
  • Lago Mar Golf Club  (17 miles)
  • Bonaventure Country Club  (20 miles)
  • TPC at Heron Bay  (33 miles)

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