Fort Lauderdale Guide
Sightseeing
Attraction offering airboat tours through gator habitats & a small zoo with a variety of reptiles.
~26 Minute drive from Riverland Palms
50 locals recommend
Sawgrass Recreation Park
1006 US-27Attraction offering airboat tours through gator habitats & a small zoo with a variety of reptiles.
~26 Minute drive from Riverland Palms
The pristine waters and colorful coral reefs around Fort Lauderdale are a prime spot for snorkeling and scuba diving. On this tour, enjoy the best of both worlds with a fun SEABOB excursion. Dive up to depths of eight feet (2.5-meters), zip along the reefs holding on to the jet-propelled SEABOB, and look out for exotic fish and sea life.
~25 Minute drive from Riverland Palms.
11 locals recommend
Beach Ventures SEABOB Rental
2000 N Ocean BlvdThe pristine waters and colorful coral reefs around Fort Lauderdale are a prime spot for snorkeling and scuba diving. On this tour, enjoy the best of both worlds with a fun SEABOB excursion. Dive up to depths of eight feet (2.5-meters), zip along the reefs holding on to the jet-propelled SEABOB, and look out for exotic fish and sea life.
~25 Minute drive from Riverland Palms.
Segway Fort Lauderdale
219 SW 2nd Ave~12 minutes from Riverland Palms
Flamingo Gardens is a 60-acre, Tropical Botanic Garden and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary, aviary and zoo, located just west of Fort Lauderdale
~23 minutes from Riverland Palms
167 locals recommend
Flamingo Gardens
3750 S Flamingo RdFlamingo Gardens is a 60-acre, Tropical Botanic Garden and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary, aviary and zoo, located just west of Fort Lauderdale
~23 minutes from Riverland Palms
Shopping Malls
South Florida’s most architecturally unique, authentic, and eclectic shopping and dining district.
~18 minutes from Riverland Palms
106 locals recommend
East Las Olas Boulevard
East Las Olas BoulevardSouth Florida’s most architecturally unique, authentic, and eclectic shopping and dining district.
~18 minutes from Riverland Palms
This 1.4 million square foot shopping mall contains upscale shops such as Neiman Marcus and Saks.
~20 minutes from Riverland Palms
653 locals recommend
The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale
2414 E Sunrise BlvdThis 1.4 million square foot shopping mall contains upscale shops such as Neiman Marcus and Saks.
~20 minutes from Riverland Palms
Dania Pointe is the premier destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment in South Florida. Make sure you visit the restaurants, bowling alleys and stores in this delightful outdoor shopping center.
~13 minutes from Riverland Palms
122 locals recommend
Dania Pointe
139 S Compass WyDania Pointe is the premier destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment in South Florida. Make sure you visit the restaurants, bowling alleys and stores in this delightful outdoor shopping center.
~13 minutes from Riverland Palms
Welcome to Sawgrass Mills, the largest outlet and value retail shopping destination in the United States.
~18 minutes from Riverland Palms
949 locals recommend
Sawgrass Mills Mall station
Welcome to Sawgrass Mills, the largest outlet and value retail shopping destination in the United States.
~18 minutes from Riverland Palms
Museums
There is always something new happening at the Museum of Discovery and Science.
- Take a ride on the Everglades Airboat Adventure
- Experience hurricane force winds in the Storm Center
- Dig for fossils alongside a giant prehistoric megalodon
- Explore our new outdoor Science Park
- Enjoy the playful antics of river otters in their two-story indoor/outdoor habitat
- See exciting science demonstrations and presentations by community experts
- Discover the amazing Everglades in the Florida EcoScapes exhibit
- Hang out with bats, turtles and sharks; meet an alligator and be charmed by a 6-foot-long snake
- Take a ride to Mars
- Soar through the skies in an FA-18 cockpit simulator or take a ride in the 7D simulator
- Immerse yourself in a six-story-high film adventure at the AutoNation(R) IMAX 3D Theater
~ 13 minutes from Riverland Palms
444 locals recommend
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd StThere is always something new happening at the Museum of Discovery and Science.
- Take a ride on the Everglades Airboat Adventure
- Experience hurricane force winds in the Storm Center
- Dig for fossils alongside a giant prehistoric megalodon
- Explore our new outdoor Science Park
- Enjoy the playful antics of river otters in their two-story indoor/outdoor habitat
- See exciting science demonstrations and presentations by community experts
- Discover the amazing Everglades in the Florida EcoScapes exhibit
- Hang out with bats, turtles and sharks; meet an alligator and be charmed by a 6-foot-long snake
- Take a ride to Mars
- Soar through the skies in an FA-18 cockpit simulator or take a ride in the 7D simulator
- Immerse yourself in a six-story-high film adventure at the AutoNation(R) IMAX 3D Theater
~ 13 minutes from Riverland Palms
Fun & Games
Complex with a half-mile asphalt go-kart track, bowling lanes, an indoor ropes course & a bar.
~ 16 minutes from Riverland Palms
164 locals recommend
Xtreme Action Park
5300 Powerline RdComplex with a half-mile asphalt go-kart track, bowling lanes, an indoor ropes course & a bar.
~ 16 minutes from Riverland Palms
Castaway Island water park is located inside the Topeekeegee Yugnee (this means “gathering place” in the Seminole language) County Park or TY Park for short. This is a favorite spot for families to come together and cool off during a hot summer afternoon.
~18 minutes from Riverland Palms
11 locals recommend
Castaway Island (TY PARK)
3300 N Park RdCastaway Island water park is located inside the Topeekeegee Yugnee (this means “gathering place” in the Seminole language) County Park or TY Park for short. This is a favorite spot for families to come together and cool off during a hot summer afternoon.
~18 minutes from Riverland Palms
Beaches
The City of Dania Beach is an award-winning "Blue Wave Beaches” with an exceptional beach, Pier and Marina location you'll want to discover! Dania Beach is one of the few beaches in South Florida that offers dining and nightlife directly on the water.
~20 minutes from Riverland Palms
124 locals recommend
Dania Beach
North Beach RoadThe City of Dania Beach is an award-winning "Blue Wave Beaches” with an exceptional beach, Pier and Marina location you'll want to discover! Dania Beach is one of the few beaches in South Florida that offers dining and nightlife directly on the water.
~20 minutes from Riverland Palms
Seven miles of the cleanest, whitest sand entice visitors to dig in their toes, don a swimsuit and laze about for hours on Fort Lauderdale Beach. A true gem, this is the nicest beach in Fort Lauderdale.
One of its most inviting features is a long, beautifully bricked path separating the beach from busy A1A. Lined with swaying palms, this is the place to be for in-line skaters, runners, cyclists, and walkers looking for a break from the hot sand. Those who crave a more water-based experience can take part in some of the beach's most popular activities, like diving, snorkeling, swimming, fishing, and, of course, sandcastle building.
~25 minutes from Riverland Palms
587 locals recommend
Fort Lauderdale Beach
Seven miles of the cleanest, whitest sand entice visitors to dig in their toes, don a swimsuit and laze about for hours on Fort Lauderdale Beach. A true gem, this is the nicest beach in Fort Lauderdale.
One of its most inviting features is a long, beautifully bricked path separating the beach from busy A1A. Lined with swaying palms, this is the place to be for in-line skaters, runners, cyclists, and walkers looking for a break from the hot sand. Those who crave a more water-based experience can take part in some of the beach's most popular activities, like diving, snorkeling, swimming, fishing, and, of course, sandcastle building.
~25 minutes from Riverland Palms
Parks
Witness the power. Feel the rush. Get in on the action. Since 1939, Gulfstream Park has been a mecca for Thoroughbred horse racing. Over the years, some of the world’s greatest champions have galloped their way to Triple Crown glory on our track –– jockeys, horses and trainers alike. From the innovative Pegasus World Cup Invitational Series to the G1 Florida Derby, this is where dreams come true, and legends are made.
~23 minutes from Riverland Palms
615 locals recommend
Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino
901 S Federal HwyWitness the power. Feel the rush. Get in on the action. Since 1939, Gulfstream Park has been a mecca for Thoroughbred horse racing. Over the years, some of the world’s greatest champions have galloped their way to Triple Crown glory on our track –– jockeys, horses and trainers alike. From the innovative Pegasus World Cup Invitational Series to the G1 Florida Derby, this is where dreams come true, and legends are made.
~23 minutes from Riverland Palms
Nature is the emphasis at this small park along the New River – nature trails, a nature exhibit hall, and a full schedule of nature-oriented programming.
~10 minutes from Riverland Palms
48 locals recommend
Secret Woods Nature Center
2701 W State Rd 84Nature is the emphasis at this small park along the New River – nature trails, a nature exhibit hall, and a full schedule of nature-oriented programming.
~10 minutes from Riverland Palms
If you're looking for more out of your beach day head over to Fort Lauderdale Beach Park.
Situated just south of The Bahia Mar Resort, at 1100 Seabreeze Boulevard, this picturesque park has everything you need to maximize your fun in the sun time, from sand volleyball courts to a boat ramp to outdoor showers. There are grills for cooking, a basketball court if you get bored with the sand and a kid's playground to keep the little ones busy.
~16 minutes from Riverland Palms
145 locals recommend
Fort Lauderdale Beach Park
1005 Seabreeze BlvdIf you're looking for more out of your beach day head over to Fort Lauderdale Beach Park.
Situated just south of The Bahia Mar Resort, at 1100 Seabreeze Boulevard, this picturesque park has everything you need to maximize your fun in the sun time, from sand volleyball courts to a boat ramp to outdoor showers. There are grills for cooking, a basketball court if you get bored with the sand and a kid's playground to keep the little ones busy.
~16 minutes from Riverland Palms
C B. Smith Park offers many sporting activities including fishing, basketball, batting cages, miniature golf, as well as tennis and racquetball courts. It also contains a water park known as "Paradise Cove", which is open seasonally.
~25 minutes from Riverland Palms
6 locals recommend
Cb Smith Park
Cb Smith ParkC B. Smith Park offers many sporting activities including fishing, basketball, batting cages, miniature golf, as well as tennis and racquetball courts. It also contains a water park known as "Paradise Cove", which is open seasonally.
~25 minutes from Riverland Palms
Fort Lauderdale’s nautical charm and homegrown flair combine to create the ideal location for a stroll. If you’re looking to get some walking in, visit a local watering hole, and absorb spectacular views of South Florida’s landscape, be sure to add it to your itinerary.
~15 minutes from Riverland Palms
134 locals recommend
Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale
888 E Las Olas BlvdFort Lauderdale’s nautical charm and homegrown flair combine to create the ideal location for a stroll. If you’re looking to get some walking in, visit a local watering hole, and absorb spectacular views of South Florida’s landscape, be sure to add it to your itinerary.
~15 minutes from Riverland Palms
Food scene
The Farmers Market is dynamic outdoor venue that connects local producers and artisans with the community. In addition to food and artisanal crafts, the culture of the market includes live music and other market happenings such as yoga, art and dance classes that are an integral part of the Yellow Green community. Turning an earthly mission into a bright vision, The Yellow Green Market invites you to join us with your friends and family to support and nurture our beloved community.
~16 minutes from Riverland Palms
155 locals recommend
Yellow Green Farmers Market
3080 Sheridan StThe Farmers Market is dynamic outdoor venue that connects local producers and artisans with the community. In addition to food and artisanal crafts, the culture of the market includes live music and other market happenings such as yoga, art and dance classes that are an integral part of the Yellow Green community. Turning an earthly mission into a bright vision, The Yellow Green Market invites you to join us with your friends and family to support and nurture our beloved community.
~16 minutes from Riverland Palms