Museums

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Fort Lauderdale, FL
Best Museums (Attractions & Activities)
(10 Overall Closest)

Bonnet House Museum & Gardens

(Attractions & Activities - Museums)

900 N Birch Rd, Fort Lauderdale 33304 • 954-563-5393

Description: EAST FORT LAUDERDALE. Built in 1920, this breathtaking estate is on the National Register for Historic Sites and is a remarkable tribute to a bygone era. It is the former home of artists, Frederic and Evelyn Bartlett. The family bequeathed the property to the Florida Trust in 1983. The plantation style home reflects the Bartlett's penchant for European art and architecture. The estate overlooks a lagoon and comprises 35 acres of lush botanical beauty, wetlands, a fruit grove, lily pond, boathouse, shell museum and a theater surrounded by a moat. There is a walking trail and swans, monkeys and other wildlife live on the property. Tours are available Tuesday through Sunday. Workshops and lectures are available to the public. The site is available for special events. The gift shop features numerous unique items.

Flamingo Gardens

(Attractions & Activities - Museums)

3750 S Flamingo Rd, Davie 33069 • 954-473-2955

Description: DAVIE. Botanical gardens, a one and a half-acre free-flight aviary featuring wading birds, a crocodile lagoon, river otter and bobcat habitats, wetlands, and a citrus grove make this lush tropical setting a fascinating place to visit. Visitors can choose to take a narrated tram tour or to walk a lovely paved path to see the grounds. There is also a small museum housed in the original home of the previous owners, which includes period furniture. Several cafes and shops are conveniently located within the grounds.

IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum

(Attractions & Activities - Museums)

300 Gulf Stream Way, Dania Beach 33004 • 954-922-4212

Description: DANIA BEACH. Enjoy a fascinating glimpse at the sport of fishing. Extensive multimedia displays include an amazing virtual fishing exhibit that allows guests to "reel in" tarpon, sailfish, and marlin. Interesting collection of fishing equipment dating from the 19th century. Well-stocked gift shop and library and there's also a great cafe.

International Swimming Hall of Fame

(Attractions & Activities - Museums)

1 Hall Of Fame Dr, Fort Lauderdale 33316 • 954-828-4580

Description: EAST FORT LAUDERDALE. Just off A1A, this museum highlights the achievements of notable swimmers and contains aquatic artifacts dating to the 15th century. Computerized exhibits let you pretend you are an Olympic swimmer, diver, or judge. There are two ten-lane, fifty-meter pools and an exhibition building featuring photos, medals, and other souvenirs, as well as a theater that features films of swimming stars such as Johnny Weissmuller and Esther Williams. There is also a gift shop and a cafe on the premises.

User Rating: 10 / 10

Museum of Discovery and Science

(Attractions & Activities - Museums)

401 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale 33312 • 954-467-6637

Description: DOWNTOWN. The entire family will enjoy this interactive museum featuring exhibits on ecology, health, and outer space. Focusing on the local environment, displays include a real coral reef with sea creatures and tropical fish and a replica of an oak forest complete with mosses, lichens, and air plants that grow without soil. The museum also houses an IMAX theater with a five-story 3-D screen that shows a changing roster of amazing films.

Old Dillard Museum

(Attractions & Activities - Museums)

1009 NW 4th St, Fort Lauderdale 33311 • 754-322-8828

Description: Built in 1924, this was the region's lone African-American school for children during segregation. This National Register landmark is now an inspiring tribute to African-American history and educators. Houses a great selection of interactive exhibits. Groups should call ahead.

Old Fort Lauderdale Village and Museum

(Attractions & Activities - Museums)

231 SW 2nd Ave Riverwalk, Fort Lauderdale 33301 • 954-463-4431

Description: DOWNTOWN. This museum chronicles the city's history from the early Seminole era to World War II. It also offers information about the city's historic district and a chronology of its development. Other exhibits feature scale models of historic structures, including a recreation of a Seminole village complete with arts and crafts. Next door is the King-Cromartie House and the New River Inn, both of which feature period antiques and a variety of displays. Guided tours are available.