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# Greater Fort Lauderdale: Welcoming Everyone Under the Sun
- URL: https://www.scenemag.co.uk/greater-fort-lauderdale-welcoming-everyone-under-the-sun/
- Published: 2022-12-30T11:41:12.000Z
- Updated: 2022-12-30T16:12:26.000Z
- Description: Greater Fort Lauderdale is renowned as Florida’s LGBTQ+ capital for many reasons, from Sebastian Street Beach to its famous ‘gayborhood’ Wilton Manors. Here’s a look at some more of the area’s exceptional offerings for everyone under the sun.
- Author: Contributor
- Tags: Features & Longread, Sponsored Content, Travel, Florida, Greater Fort Lauderdale, LGBT, LGBTQ, USA

**Greater Fort Lauderdale** is renowned as Florida’s LGBTQ+ capital for many reasons, from [**Sebastian Street Beach**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/sebastian-street-beach/9201/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) to its famous ‘gayborhood’ [**Wilton Manors**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/beaches-and-beyond/cities-towns/wilton-manors/?ref=scenemag.co.uk). Here’s a look at some more of the area’s exceptional offerings for everyone under the sun.

### Nature Lovers

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From [airboat rides in the world-famous **Everglades**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/airboat-adventure-everglades-holiday-park/1349/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) to exploring [**Flamingo Gardens**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/flamingo-gardens/15724/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) and [**Butterfly** **World**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/butterfly-world/2292/?ref=scenemag.co.uk), breathtaking nature encounters await in Greater Fort Lauderdale. More than 38 kilometres of **golden beaches** and **dozens of parks** and preserves provide **stunning natural settings** perfect for **snorkelling**, **scuba diving**, **hiking**, **biking**, **kayaking** and more.

### Fashionistas

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Find something fabulous at[ **Sawgrass Mills**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/sawgrass-mills/2368/?ref=scenemag.co.uk), the largest luxury outlet shopping destination in the U.S., or one of the many other exceptional shopping venues with dining and nightlife offerings. From the excitement of [**Las Olas Boulevard**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/shops-of-las-olas/1513/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) and [**Gulfstream Park**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/gulfstream-park/10499/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) to the impressive retailers at[ **The Galleria** **at Fort Lauderdale**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/galleria-fort-lauderdale/1245/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) and [**The Shoppes** **at** **The Guitar Hotel**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/the-shoppes-at-the-guitar-hotel/15108/?ref=scenemag.co.uk), Greater Fort Lauderdale is a shopper’s paradise. And you can shop until you drop – onto a relaxing beach.

### Captains and First Mates

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With the shimmering Atlantic coastline and 482 kilometres of scenic waterways, it’s no wonder Greater Fort Lauderdale is recognised as the **world’s yachting capital**. Whether you charter a boat or embark on one of the area’s many **boat tours**, there’s no better place to enjoy boating. You can reel in the big fish, dock and dine at numerous **waterside eateries and bars**, or hop aboard the ever-popular [**Water Taxi** ](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/fort-lauderdale-water-taxi/2623/?ref=scenemag.co.uk)to see the sights and enjoy the sunshine.

### Culture Connoisseurs

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Greater Fort Lauderdale’s diverse [**arts and culture scene**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/things-to-do/arts-entertainment/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) is ready to inspire you with fascinating **museums**, world-class **performing arts**, and charming attractions like the[ **Bonnet House Museum & Gardens**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/bonnet-house-museum-%26-gardens/1833/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) and the [**Downtown Hollywood Mural Project**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/downtown-hollywood-mural-project-%28dhmp%29/9607/?ref=scenemag.co.uk). Further inspiration awaits at family-friendly **festivals** and other [**special events**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/events/?ref=scenemag.co.uk).

### Culinary Explorers

![](https://www.scenemag.co.uk/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sh_culinary-explorers-copy.jpg)

Indulge in awe-inspiring **dining experiences**, from enjoying **[sushi while cruising](https://www.sunny.org/listings/riverfront-gondola-tours/7736/?ref=scenemag.co.uk)** through shimmering canals on a gondola to tasting the rarest caviar in the world at [**Marky’s Caviar Lounge**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/markys-caviar-lounge/18380/?ref=scenemag.co.uk). Choose from every cuisine imaginable and **hundreds of restaurants**, many helmed by **award-winning chefs**.

### Thrill-Seekers

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Ready for a night out on the town? In Greater Fort Lauderdale, you’ll discover a **cosmopolitan nightlife scene**, from the strip of popular bars in **Wilton Manors** such as [**Hunters Nightclub**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/hunters-nightclub/9056/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) and [**DrYnk Bar & Lounge**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/drynk-bar-%26-lounge/10705/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) to rooftop bars at **Rooftop [@1WLO](https://www.sunny.org/listings/rooftop-%40-1wlo/10658/?ref=scenemag.co.uk)**, [**Sparrow**](https://www.sunny.org/listings/sparrow/15000/?ref=scenemag.co.uk), [**Sunset Club Rooftop Bar**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/sunset-club-rooftop-bar-%26-lounge/19238/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) and [**The Easton**](https://www.sunny.org/listings/the-easton-rooftop-pool-%2b-lounge/18032/?ref=scenemag.co.uk).

Reserve your private party at the speakeasy[ **901**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/901/18237/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) (it only seats six guests at a time), featuring pop-up bartenders and themes, complete with a secret entrance. Experience the thrill of top tournament play at the [**Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood**](https://www.sunny.org/listings/seminole-hard-rock-hotel-%26-casino-hollywood/2835/?ref=scenemag.co.uk).

Enjoy rock star seating for a **world-class concert** or **Florida Panthers** hockey game at [**FLA Live Arena**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/listing/fla-live-arena/18379/?ref=scenemag.co.uk). There’s plenty of excitement before the sun goes down, too, from **scuba diving** into a fascinating underwater world to mastering the exhilarating art of **flyboarding** with[ **Aqua Flight**](https://www.sunny.org/listings/aqua-flight-watersports/12300/?ref=scenemag.co.uk).

### Chill-Seekers

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There’s nothing quite as revitalising as a beautiful stretch of beach, and Greater Fort Lauderdale has 38 kilometres of sparkling water and golden sand in [**eight different beach communities**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/beaches-and-beyond/beaches/?ref=scenemag.co.uk). Revel in the warm sun and fresh sea breeze or enjoy **swimming**, **snorkelling** and **water sports**. The area also offers many [**world-class spas**](https://www.visitlauderdale.com/things-to-do/spas-wellness/?ref=scenemag.co.uk).

**Learn more about all of the exciting possibilities for your next holiday by [CLICKING HERE](http://visitlauderdale.com/lgbt?ref=scenemag.co.uk)**