Barrier Island
Fort Lauderdale
Visit Barrier Island
Popular places to visit
Port Everglades
Explore the waterfront of Port Everglades in Dania Beach, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Hollywood Beach
Ice cream parlors, a music stage and a water playground are among the highlights of the lively boulevard backing onto this picturesque beach.
Fort Lauderdale Beach
With seven miles of flawless beach, a team of dedicated lifeguards and luxury retailers and restaurants, this is the perfect Florida vacation destination.
Las Olas Boulevard
This vibrant district packed with chic boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants offers a welcome break from the beach.
Sawgrass Mills
One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.
Las Olas Beach
A lively boulevard dotted with ritzy yachts and mansions runs alongside this glorious bay, known for its clear water and fun evening vibe.
Things to do
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
Bimini Bahamas Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale via Fast Ferry
Everglades Day Safari from Ft Lauderdale
1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early)
Top hotels in Barrier Island
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Room was clean and service staff was very friendly and responsive. Outdoor pool and bar service was great, beach bar staffed by Calu (bartender) was also great and well stocked.
Reviewed on 4 Jan, 2026
Pier Sixty-Six (Pier 66)
First class property in every way possible! Get the marina/pool view
Reviewed on 4 Jan, 2026
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
Slightly outdated and housekeeping is not up to par but pool and beach is wonderful!
Reviewed on 4 Jan, 2026
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
The upgrade to the king suite was most appreciated.
Reviewed on 6 Jan, 2026
Sea Beach Plaza - Near Jungle Queen Riverboat
Cute clean and spacious
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
All went well ☺️
Reviewed on 8 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrier Island
Harbor Beach
Harbor Beach might not have many top sights, but Port Everglades and Las Olas Boulevard are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Harbor Shops and Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 2 are top sights worth seeing.
Las Olas Isles
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Las Olas Isles and surrounding area, you can visit Las Olas Boulevard and Las Olas Beach.
Seven Isles
While Seven Isles isn't home to many top sights, Las Olas Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are some notable places to visit nearby.
Central Beach
While visiting Central Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Beach.
Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Cosy bars a bustling port and top sights from Las Olas Boulevard to Historic Stranahan House Museum – discover Downtown Fort Lauderdale, a destination also famous for its beaches.
