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Jul 29, 2016

Ocean wave rolling in to the beach | Gunther KiaEveryone knows that Ft. Lauderdale is host to some of the most beautiful beaches in the nation and that it is home to some of the best fishing and scuba diving in the country, as well. This makes it a getaway for anyone on Spring Break and a perfect place for retirement in a relaxing setting right off of the beach. The list below represents the best beaches in Ft. Lauderdale based on popularity, amenities, food, things to do, and shopping.

Ft. Lauderdale Beach

Ft. Lauderdale beach has everything you could want from a vacation spot. The most popular activities include scuba diving, fishing, and other water sports. You can fish for shark, tuna, mahi-mahi, barracuda, and many more at Ft. Lauderdale beach. There are several guided fishing tours that take you out to show you the area. They also show you where to fish and the best methods of catching whichever types of fish you choose. There are more than 35 different restaurants on the beach that all offer three-course meals at a fixed price, as well.

Hallandale Beach

Hallandale beach is one of the most historic and oldest towns around Ft. Lauderdale, and it continues to exist as a regular farming community. The area offers golf, swimming, tennis, fishing, and several other outdoor activities year round. Along with sports entertainment, the area has the Gulf Stream Racetrack and Casino, Hollywood Dogtrack and Casino, and some of the best restaurants in the area. The local restaurants in the area offer everything from bistros and fresh seafood to bars and pubs.

Hollywood Beach

Hollywood Beach offers a two-and-a-half-mile stretch of boardwalk right on the beach side. There are over 50 restaurants in the area offering any kind of food your heart desires. The boardwalk was named one of America’s best beach boardwalks by Travel and Leisure magazine. Hollywood Beach is one of the first beaches in Florida to be called a Blue Wave Beach. A Blue Wave Beach means it is among the nation’s safest and cleanest beaches. There is also a Trolley service in the area that will take you from the beach to the best sites to see downtown.

A visit to any of these beaches is a great way to keep a vacation fun and beautiful. If you enjoy spending time on beautiful beaches and entertainment in the form of fishing or scuba diving, this might be the perfect place.

These beaches offer everything you need to have a nice relaxing vacation in the sand. You can even find a diner to satisfy a unique craving or explore the beaches in search of the best places to shop. The night life also picks up at all of these destinations with pubs, bars, and just an enjoyable nightlife all around. The food is fresh off the boat, and the people are just as vibrant as the communities they are in.