Fort Lauderdale is a city in the State of Florida, U.S.A. It is an
important city of the Miami Metropolitan area and serves as county seat for
Broward County. This resort city is famous for its beaches, canals, and
waterways. The history buffs should visit its historical districts to learn
about the city's past. The city has countless museums and galleries
allowing you to appreciate its art, culture, and heritage. Some of these
include Gallery Xo, Las Olas Fine Arts, New River Gallery, North Beach Art
Gallery, and more. If you want to spend an evening watching theater, comedy
shows, concerts, or symphony then head to the Broward Center, Parker
Playhouse or South Florida Symphony Orchestra.
Things to Do in Fort Lauderdale
Sawgrass Recreation Park
Take an airboat tour of the Florida Everglades at the Sawgrass Recreation
Park, home to a huge range of flora and fauna, including a variety of
birds, fish and alligators. And be ready to be amazed (or scared) by the
close-up vistas of gators and other creatures. You can even reserve an
airboat tour for nighttime runs to see nocturnal animals in their natural
state. Visitors can also arrange for private tours, which are longer than
the normal 30-minute runs.
Fort Lauderdale Beaches
While in Fort Lauderdale, visiting beaches is a recommended thing, and you
will find 23 miles of coastline to enjoy here. The beaches are known for
their pristine sands and clear waters and you can indulge in a huge range
of water sports here. Some of these include swimming, water skiing, and
surfing, or you can just lie on the beach and take in the stunning views.
Jungle Queen Riverboats
Jungle queen Riverboats is one of the most famous cruises in the world and
first started taking visitors up the New River in Fort Lauderdale in 1935.
The riverboats have been in operation ever since and you can take a
sightseeing cruise that will take you along the river where you can take in
the local sights from the vantage point. There are different packages
available depending on how long you want to cruise, and you can also enjoy
dinner aboard.
Best Time to Fly to Fort Lauderdale
The best time to book cheap flights from Quito to Fort Lauderdale is during
the months between December-April. The warm climate during these months
makes the city an ideal getaway for those looking for an escape from bitter
winters. This is also the peak season of the city, and if you book flights
from UIO to FLL during this season, expect to find it crowded.