# Fort Lauderdale Search

> Beaches, Port Everglades cruise help, concert venues, the Water Taxi, Brightline, live weather and straight answers about Fort Lauderdale and Broward County, Florida. Independent local guide for Fort Lauderdale and Broward County, Florida. Facts last reviewed 2026-10-10; prices and schedules change, so confirm with operators.

## Key facts
- Port Everglades is about 3 miles (roughly 10 minutes) from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL); taxi/rideshare usually about $15–$25.
- Official Port Everglades cruise parking: charged hourly up to $25 per day. Heron Garage serves Terminals 2 and 4; Palm Garage serves Terminals 19, 21, 25, 26 and 29; Terminal 18 has its own surface lot.
- Fort Lauderdale beach flags: green = low hazard, yellow = medium hazard, red = high hazard, double red = water closed, purple = dangerous marine life.
- Lauderdale-by-the-Sea: three reef lines within about 100 yards of shore in about 10 feet of water; Shipwreck Snorkel Trail off Datura Ave.
- Water Taxi: hop-on, hop-off, daily about 10 a.m.–10 p.m., every 30–45 minutes; all-day pass $38 adult, $18 child 5–11, $25 after 5 p.m.
- Brightline Fort Lauderdale station: 101 NW 2nd Ave; about 35 minutes to Miami, about 3 hours to Orlando.
- Inter Miami CF moved to Nu Stadium at Miami Freedom Park in April 2026; the Fort Lauderdale stadium (1350 NW 55th St) now hosts Inter Miami CF II and other events.
- Amerant Bank Arena (Sunrise) bag policy: bags 12" x 12" or smaller allowed, clear not required; no coolers or hard-sided bags.
- Hurricane season: June 1 – November 30.

## Sections
- [Beaches](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/beaches): flags, parking, live ocean conditions
  - [Fort Lauderdale Beach (A1A)](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/beaches/fort-lauderdale-beach-a1a): The classic wave wall, Las Olas Oceanside Park and the A1A promenade.
  - [Lauderdale-by-the-Sea](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/beaches/lauderdale-by-the-sea-reef): Snorkel a living reef straight from the sand.
  - [Hollywood Beach & Broadwalk](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/beaches/hollywood-beach-broadwalk): About 2.5 miles of oceanfront promenade for walking, biking and patio dining.
  - [Dania Beach](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/beaches/dania-beach): A fishing pier, a state park and a quieter stretch of sand.
  - [Pompano Beach](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/beaches/pompano-beach): A modern fishing pier and a refreshed beachfront district.
  - [Deerfield Beach](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/beaches/deerfield-beach): Broward's northernmost beach, with a pier and a broad promenade.
- [Port Everglades cruise hub](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/port-everglades)
  - [Celebrity Cruises](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/port-everglades/celebrity-cruises): Usually Terminal 25
  - [Royal Caribbean](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/port-everglades/royal-caribbean): Terminal 18
  - [Princess Cruises](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/port-everglades/princess-cruises): Usually Terminal 2
  - [Holland America Line](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/port-everglades/holland-america-line): Rotates among Terminals 19, 21 and 26
  - [Carnival Cruise Line](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/port-everglades/carnival-cruise-line): Rotates among Terminals 19, 21 and 26
  - [Disney Cruise Line](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/port-everglades/disney-cruise-line): Terminal 4
- [Concert venues](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/venues)
  - [Amerant Bank Arena](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/venues/amerant-bank-arena): Arena, 1 Panther Pkwy, Sunrise, FL
  - [Hard Rock Live](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/venues/hard-rock-live): Concert hall, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL
  - [Broward Center for the Performing Arts](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/venues/broward-center): Performing arts center, 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL
  - [The Parker](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/venues/the-parker): Theater, 707 NE 8th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL
  - [War Memorial Auditorium](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/venues/war-memorial-auditorium): Auditorium, 800 NE 8th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL
  - [Revolution Live](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/venues/revolution-live): Music hall, 100 SW 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL
  - [Culture Room](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/venues/culture-room): Club, 3045 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL
  - [Pompano Beach Amphitheatre](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/venues/pompano-beach-amphitheatre): Outdoor amphitheater, 1806 NE 6th St, Pompano Beach, FL
- [Water Taxi](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/water-taxi)
- [Dining & dock-and-dine](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/dining)
- [Neighborhoods](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/neighborhoods)
- [Sports & attractions](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/sports-attractions): Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena; Inter Miami CF Stadium; The Fort (pickleball); Sawgrass Mills; Everglades airboat tours; Bonnet House Museum & Gardens; Flamingo Gardens; Hugh Taylor Birch State Park; Museum of Discovery and Science
- [Transit: Brightline & FLL](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/transit)
- [Weather & marine](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/weather)
- [Events](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/events)
- [Ask a Local](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/community)

## Guides
- [What to do in Fort Lauderdale with a few hours before your cruise](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/guides/things-to-do-before-a-cruise-fort-lauderdale): With about 4 hours, have brunch on Las Olas Boulevard (roughly 10–15 minutes from the port), walk the beach at Las Olas Oceanside Park, and be back at your terminal at least 90 minutes before your boarding window closes. Keep luggage with your hotel or in your car.
- [Port Everglades cruise parking: rates, garages and terminals](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/guides/port-everglades-parking-guide): Official Port Everglades parking is charged hourly up to $25 per day. The Heron Garage serves Terminals 2 and 4, the Palm Garage serves Terminals 19, 21, 25, 26 and 29, and Terminal 18 has its own surface lot.
- [FLL airport to Port Everglades: distance, cost and options](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/guides/fll-airport-to-port-everglades): Port Everglades is about 3 miles from FLL, roughly a 10-minute drive. A taxi or rideshare usually costs about $15–$25. Many cruise lines also sell airport transfers.
- [Fort Lauderdale beach flags explained](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-beach-flags-explained): Green means low hazard, yellow means medium hazard (moderate surf or currents), red means high hazard, double red means the water is closed, and purple means dangerous marine life such as jellyfish.
- [How to ride the Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-water-taxi-guide): The Water Taxi is a hop-on, hop-off boat with live narration. An all-day pass is $38 for adults and $18 for kids 5–11 (after-5 p.m. pass $25). Boats run daily from about 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and come every 30–45 minutes.
- [Snorkeling at Lauderdale-by-the-Sea: the reef you can swim to](https://fortlauderdalesearch.com/guides/snorkeling-lauderdale-by-the-sea): Three reef lines sit within about 100 yards of the beach at Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, in about 10 feet of water. The Shipwreck Snorkel Trail off Datura Avenue has an anchor, five cannon replicas and a ballast pile.

## Frequently asked
- Q: How far is Port Everglades from Fort Lauderdale airport (FLL)?
  A: About 3 miles, or roughly 10 minutes by car. A taxi or rideshare usually costs about $15–$25, depending on traffic and demand.
- Q: How much does it cost to park at Port Everglades?
  A: Official port parking is charged hourly up to a cap of $25 per day. The Heron Garage serves Terminals 2 and 4, the Palm Garage serves Terminals 19, 21, 25, 26 and 29, and Terminal 18 has its own surface lot. Check porteverglades.net before you go.
- Q: Which cruise lines sail from Port Everglades?
  A: Major lines include Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Princess, Holland America, Carnival and Disney. Several luxury lines call occasionally. Terminal assignments change, so confirm yours with your cruise line.
- Q: What should I do in Fort Lauderdale with a few hours before my cruise?
  A: Las Olas Boulevard is roughly 10–15 minutes from the port for brunch and shopping, Fort Lauderdale Beach is a short drive further, and the Water Taxi offers a narrated ride through the canals. Leave plenty of buffer to get back for check-in.
- Q: Where can I store luggage before or after a cruise?
  A: Some cruise hotels along SE 17th Street hold bags for guests, and app-based luggage storage services list partner shops around downtown and the beach. Ask your hotel first, and check current options before you travel.
- Q: How does the Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi work?
  A: Buy an all-day pass and hop on and off at any stop. Boats run daily from about 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and come about every 30–45 minutes, with live narration along the way.
- Q: How much is the Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi?
  A: An all-day pass is $38 for adults and $18 for kids 5–11, and an after-5 p.m. pass is $25. Prices change, so check watertaxi.com.
- Q: Does the Water Taxi go to Hollywood?
  A: Yes. The network includes a Hollywood stop at Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort.
- Q: Where is the Brightline station in Fort Lauderdale?
  A: Downtown at 101 NW 2nd Ave. Brightline also has nearby stations in Aventura (19796 W Dixie Hwy) and Boca Raton (101 NW 4th St).
- Q: How long is the Brightline from Fort Lauderdale to Miami or Orlando?
  A: About 35 minutes to Miami and about 3 hours to Orlando International Airport. Check gobrightline.com for the current schedule.
- Q: How do I get from FLL airport to Port Everglades?
  A: The port is about 3 miles from FLL, roughly 10 minutes by car. Taxis and rideshares usually cost about $15–$25, and many cruise lines sell transfers.

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