Getting around by boat
Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi
Hop-on, hop-off boats with live narration along the New River and the Intracoastal — sightseeing and transport in one.
Hours
Daily, about 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
How often
Boats come about every 30–45 minutes.
Prices
Passes
$38
All-day pass, adult
$18
All-day pass, child 5–11
$25
After 5 p.m. pass
Prices change — confirm on watertaxi.com.
Make a day of it
Dock-and-dine & boating
Many waterfront restaurants sit along the Water Taxi route. For your own boat, see our dock-and-dine list — call ahead to confirm dockage.
Common questions
How does the Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi work?
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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.
How much is the Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi?
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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.
Does the Water Taxi go to Hollywood?
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Yes. The network includes a Hollywood stop at Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort.
Facts checked October 10, 2026. Prices and schedules change — confirm with the operator before you go. Spot something out of date? Tell us.