Fort Lauderdale With Kids: Beaches, Parks & Rainy Days

Things to Do

Days they’ll talk about all year

Tap a tile to find each kind of adventure near the house. Then home for a swim in the private heated pool.

Beach Day Sandcastles, shallow waves and lifeguards on duty. Chairs, umbrellas and towels are at the house.

Jonathan’s picksFort Lauderdale Beach

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Science & Discovery Hands-on exhibits, live animals and a giant-screen theater.

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Animals & Wildlife Flamingos, butterflies, gators and rescued wildlife up close. Find nearby →

Parks & Playgrounds Shady playgrounds and open fields to run off energy.

Jonathan’s picksHoliday Park

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Boat Rides See the canals, yachts and mansions from the water. Find nearby →

Airboats & Everglades A real Everglades adventure, gators included. Find nearby →

Water Parks & Splash Pads Slides, splash zones and lazy rivers. Find nearby →

Mini Golf Pirate ships, waterfalls and a little friendly competition. Find nearby →

Arcades & Bowling Rainy-day saves: games, bowling and laser tag. Find nearby →

Snorkeling Calm-water snorkeling for strong swimmers. Snorkel gear is at the house. Find nearby →

Kayak & Paddleboard Paddle the mangroves and calm Intracoastal waters. Find nearby →

Art & Rainy-Day Fun Kids’ museums, art studios and indoor play. Find nearby →

Map results come from Google. Check ages, hours and tickets before you go, and keep a grown-up close by near the water.

The best part of the day might be at home. A private heated, zero-entry saltwater pool, beach gear ready to go, and room for the whole family.