The Cove Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 lively bars.
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood
Why not try your luck with a visit to Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Hollywood? Discover the area's breathtaking sunrises and shops.
Las Olas Boulevard
Shops, art galleries and restaurants line a two-lane street that is Fort Lauderdale’s answer to California’s Rodeo Drive.
Sawgrass Mills
One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.
Things to do
Water Taxi All Day hop-on hop-off Venice of America Boat Tour
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Evening Boat Cruise through Downtown Ft. Lauderdale
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Everglades Airboat Adventure with Alligator & Reptile Exhibit
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
Top hotels in The Cove
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Hotel close to the beach, but the beds are very small, barely fit 2 people. My wife has bug bed bite all over her legs. I read the reviews and someone else also have bug bed bite so look out. Don't Stay here. None of the USB charging are working. The Safe is not working. The Iron is not working. ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Fort Lauderdale Marriott North
All was fantastic. Great location.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
This was a great option for an overnight that included the airport or cruise dock. The shuttle was so helpful. A long stay would be hard if you didn't have a car since there weren't any food places right by it.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coral Springs South
The hotel needs so updates to the building and furniture but everything was very clean and the hotel smelled great. I had an issue with my reservation and Gigi was so great and helped me out so much! I was very happy with the staff.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Riverside Hotel
Clean room, with everything, never had to ask for anything. Restaurants were amazing. Love love love the atmosphere. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort
The staff at the Beach House were super amicable and helpful. The amenities were superb as well (they provide beach bench and umbrella, but you have to be out there early). The pool area is also nice, it just gets very busy, so you should be patient when you order drinks or food. The only thing that ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Cove
Lighthouse Point
Travellers like the beaches in Lighthouse Point, and Lighthouse Point Tennis Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Galt Mile
Though Galt Mile may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like El Prado Park and Lauderdale by the Sea Beach.
Lauderdale Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lauderdale Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Fort Lauderdale Beach and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park.
Coral Ridge
While Coral Ridge isn't home to many top sights, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Coral Ridge Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Birch Park Finger Streets
If you're spending some time in Birch Park Finger Streets, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park are top sights worth seeing.
East Fort Lauderdale
If you're spending some time in East Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.
