Experience Adventure in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
23 MILES OF BEACHES AND 31 DISTINCT NEIGHBORHOODS ADD UP TO ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES TO HAVE FUN IN FT. LAUDERDALE.
Nonstop service from MidAmerica St. Louis Airport (BLV) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) on Allegiant Airlines puts you in the heart of Southeast Florida with laid-back beaches, fantastic shopping, and miles of inland waterways. Ft. Lauderdale’s array of picturesque ocean views and urban development makes it the perfect vacation destination for the traveler that loves variety. Book an affordable flight from BLV to FLL for your next vacation and experience the best of Florida’s Atlantic Coast.
Good to Know
Airport: Ft. Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Average Flight Time: 2 hours 30 Minutes
Book a Trip: allegiantair.com
Venice of America
Located in the heart of the city, the Riverwalk District in Ft. Lauderdale is home to 10 different parks and a lush, tropical waterfront that runs through Ft. Lauderdale’s downtown district. Catch a happy hour special at one of various bars in the area, then take a relaxing walk along the Riverwalk next to the New River flowing through the city. In addition to delicious restaurants, exciting nightlife and foot-tapping live music, Riverwalk Ft. Lauderdale was voted the seventh “Best Riverwalk” in USA Today’s 10 Best Reader’s Choice in 2025, making the downtown district a must-see for any visitor.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is a shopper’s paradise, boasting a wide array of top-notch stores and vibrant shopping centers. Shop the high-end Sawgrass Mills Mall, which offers over 350 stores including 70 exclusive luxury brand outlets, or the massive indoor-outdoor Yellow Green Farmer’s Market to find fresh, local produce and unique handcrafted items. Afterwards, head over to The Galleria on Sunrise Blvd and shop South Florida’s premier shopping destination. Round out your shopping on Las Olas Boulevard, an iconic part of the city, boasting exceptional dining and retail shopping with art galleries, museums, charming boutiques and more.
One of Ft. Lauderdale’s most iconic features is its 165 miles of scenic intracoastal waterways that wind through the city, earning it the nickname “Venice of America”. Float between Ft. Lauderdale, Pompano Beach and Hollywood in style with the city’s water taxis, a stress-free and unique way to sightsee and explore the coast. Stranahan House, the oldest surviving structure in Broward County, is completely accessible via water taxi along with other must-see museums and art galleries.
Catch a Broadway show at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, the county’s premier spot for live entertainment. History lovers won’t want to miss a visit to the Old Dillard Museum. Originally built as the city’s first school for African Americans in 1924, the museum serves as a hub for education and cultural activities related to African American history and culture with guided tours, films, lectures and collaborative museum exhibitions. Win big at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, flock with birds at Flamingo Gardens in Davie, or take an aerial tour of Florida’s coast with Fly Miami Beach in Pembroke Pines. However you choose to explore, your next adventure is waiting around the corner in Ft. Lauderdale.
Alluring Atlantic Beaches
Ft. Lauderdale’s location along the Atlantic Ocean surrounds the coastal city with miles of year-round warm and sunny beaches where the water typically does not dip below 72 degrees. Fort Lauderdale Beach is one of the city’s most popular beaches, and for good reason. The popular beach boasts 24 miles of stunning coastline, along with being one of six in Greater Fort Lauderdale that’s Blue Wave certified by the Clean Beaches Coalition, meaning it’s litter-free, family-friendly and has safe, swimmable waters. Hollywood Beach offers the perfect mix of fun and relaxation with its’ two-mile Hollywood Beach Boardwalk, featuring restaurants, gift shops, sweet treats and more.
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea is a charming coastal town with a seaside village look, boasting unique fishing locations, snorkeling adventures through shipwrecks and a three-tiered natural coral reef system. Looking for more underwater adventures? Known as the “Wreck Capital” of Florida due to the numerous shipwrecks off its coast, Pompano Beach hosts 18 dive sites perfect for snorkeling or scuba diving. While there, cast away at the Hillsboro Inlet Fishing Center to try your hand at sports fishing in the Gulf Stream.
Located just five miles from downtown Fort Lauderdale, Dania Beach offers stunning ocean views for travelers looking for rest and relaxation. Explore Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park just north of the beach, which offers swimming, kayaking and picnic spaces. With affordable accommodations and delicious dining, Dania Beach is a hidden gem in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area.
Florida East Coast Fun
Miami sits just 30 miles south of Ft. Lauderdale, making it a great day trip for those looking to branch out along Florida’s southeastern coast. Visit South Beach in Miami and take a VIP tour at Zoo Miami or parasail over South Beach’s clear Atlantic waters. Round out your day trip with a visit to Little Havana and indulge in Azucar’s Cuban-inspired ice cream flavors or grab a bite to eat at El Pub for authentic Cuban cuisine.
Also south of Ft. Lauderdale, Everglades National Park is located about 60 miles away from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and is home to one of the largest subtropical wildernesses in the United States. Lots of wildlife call the Everglades National Park home, including hundreds of species of birds, as well as alligators, crocodiles and manatees. Visitors can take a hike and explore a Cold War Era military base hidden in the park, tour an alligator farm, take a pontoon boat tour through the park and more.
Located right next to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL), Port Everglades is the only seaport in the nation directly adjacent to an international airport. Cruising out of Ft. Lauderdale? Start your Caribbean getaway with an affordable flight from BLV to FLL, where convenient transportation to Port Everglades makes your journey even easier. Arrive a few days early or stay a few days after your cruise and explore all that Ft. Lauderdale has to offer.
Whether you’re looking for beautiful beachfront hotels, world-class yachting, or a relaxing spring break vacation, Ft. Lauderdale provides the sunshine and amenities to make your vacation unforgettable. Fly from BLV to Ft. Lauderdale to start vacationing in style.
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