Residents bask in the Sunshine State’s year-round warm temperatures and enjoy breathtaking sunrises in the Atlantic breeze while living in Southern Florida’s Broward County, one of the world’s most attractive destinations. Located north of Miami and south of Palm Beach County, Broward County is known for its many world-class amenities, including relaxing spa retreats, first-rate golf outings, tranquil ocean cruises, sultry jazz concerts, culturally-aesthetic fine art museums and festivals, exciting casino gaming, and waterfront dining at some of the best bistros, steakhouses, and seafood restaurants on the East Coast. Resting on the Atlantic Ocean, Broward County’s seat, Fort Lauderdale is the ultimate sunny beach destination. With its miles of sandy beaches and palm-tree lined beachfronts, Fort Lauderdale attracts people of all ages. Sunny and scenic, Las Olas Boulevard is the main artery for city shopping, dining, and entertainment. Nightclubs, museums, restaurants, music festivals, flea markets, and a drive-in movie theatre are just some of the area’s most popular attractions.
The downtown Riverwalk Arts and Entertainment District is Fort Lauderdale’s premier cultural destination with places such as the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, the Fort Lauderdale Historical Center, and the Museum of Discovery and Science. There are also several options for shopping in the area; just north of Fort Lauderdale, the Pompano Beach Flea Market mall is the area’s largest indoor flea market. Outdoor destinations are also popular in Fort Lauderdale. A trip ten miles from Fort Lauderdale to Davie’s Flamingo Gardens botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary makes for a relaxing afternoon. Along the beach, the Hugh Taylor Birch State Park offers camping, nature trails, picnicking, canoeing, and glimpses of unique wild-life. See all Florida State Parks here.
Although Fort Lauderdale’s is Broward County’s most-popular beach destination, there are several other charming beaches along the coast. Deerfield Beachs cove-like beaches and aquamarine waters offer optimal conditions for swimming, while the Deerfield Pier boasts numerous fishing and dining opportunities. Also, one of the first cable water ski parks, Ski Rixen, is located in Deerfield Beach. The two-mile Hollywood Beach Boardwalk in Visit Hollywood, FL is an energetic locale for entertainment, jogging, and rollerblading. Not far from the beach, the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino offers top-notch entertainment, dining, and gaming.
Tri-Rail and Amtrak provide train service through Broward County, while Broward County Transit offers bus transportation. Several major freeways and toll ways, such as Interstate 95/State Route 9 and Interstate 75, provide car access in Broward County. The Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport services the area with around-the-clock flights.
