Things to do in Hillsboro Beach

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Hillsboro Beach
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1. Hollywood Beach

Adorned with a range of cafés, restaurants and deluxe resorts, Hollywood Beach is the principal strand in the heart of the Florida town of Hollywood. It runs alongside the busy Hollywood Broadwalk and offers all types of entertaining activities. Cycle along the promenade, taking in the sights of the sandy stretch and the Atlantic Ocean beyond it.
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Ice cream parlors, a music stage and a water playground are among the highlights of the lively boulevard backing onto this picturesque beach.

2. Sawgrass Mills

The Sawgrass Mills mall is home to more than 350 name-brand stores and outlets. One of the largest shopping malls in Florida, Sawgrass is touted as the state’s second-most-popular attraction after Disney World. Encompassing 440 acres (180 hectares) of space, this alligator-shaped mall attracts more than 26 million shoppers every year. Join locals and tourists in hunting for discounts and enjoy a meal at one of the complex’s two enormous food courts or dine-in restaurants.
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One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.

3. Las Olas Boulevard

Las Olas is Spanish for “The Waves,” a fitting name for this 2.5-mile (four-kilometer) boulevard that starts at the beach. It runs west beyond Federal Highway to S. Andrews Avenue in downtown Fort Lauderdale. The commercial area of the boulevard covers about a mile (1.6 kilometers). Here small independent shops, restaurants and cafes line either side of the street. Striped awnings shelter outdoor tables and rows of shady trees provide respite from the sun.
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Shops, art galleries and restaurants line a two-lane street that is Fort Lauderdale’s answer to California’s Rodeo Drive.

4. Fort Lauderdale Beach

Having shed its reputation as merely a spring break destination for college students, this stretch of coast is enjoying a renaissance and a very different audience. Fort Lauderdale Beach has transformed itself over the past two decades, through efforts of the local town council, and is today one of Florida’s most stylish stretches of coast. Visit and experience today’s Fort Lauderdale.
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Fort Lauderdale Beach which includes a beach and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a large group of people

5. Las Olas Beach

Las Olas Beach is a narrow sandy stretch a short distance from the louder and more crowded beaches of central Fort Lauderdale. The site provides a range of water sports gear and beach equipment to keep visitors entertained and relaxed all day. Stroll along the adjacent boardwalk to discover the range of shops, cafés and restaurants overlooking the beach.
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A lively boulevard dotted with ritzy yachts and mansions runs alongside this glorious bay, known for its clear water and fun evening vibe.

What to do in Hillsboro Beach

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Port Everglades

Port Everglades

4/5(106 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Port Everglades in Dania Beach, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Port Everglades
Hollywood Beach

Hollywood Beach

4.5/5(122 reviews)

Ice cream parlors, a music stage and a water playground are among the highlights of the lively boulevard backing onto this picturesque beach.

Hollywood Beach
Sawgrass Mills

Sawgrass Mills

4.5/5(107 reviews)

One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.

Sawgrass Mills
Las Olas Boulevard

Las Olas Boulevard

4.5/5(43 reviews)

Shops, art galleries and restaurants line a two-lane street that is Fort Lauderdale’s answer to California’s Rodeo Drive.

Las Olas Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale Beach which includes a beach and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a large group of people

Fort Lauderdale Beach

4.5/5(95 reviews)

With seven miles of flawless beach, a team of dedicated lifeguards and luxury retailers and restaurants, this is the perfect Florida vacation destination.

Fort Lauderdale Beach
Las Olas Beach

Las Olas Beach

4.5/5(19 reviews)

A lively boulevard dotted with ritzy yachts and mansions runs alongside this glorious bay, known for its clear water and fun evening vibe.

Las Olas Beach
Pompano Beach

Pompano Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pompano Beach during your trip to Pompano Beach? Stroll along the seaside or experience the entertainment choices in this relaxing area.

Pompano Beach
Bahia Mar Marina

Bahia Mar Marina

Explore the waterfront in Fort Lauderdale with a trip to Bahia Mar Marina. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Bahia Mar Marina
Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino

Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino

4/5(3 reviews)

Place a bet on a thoroughbred horse, celebrate with a cocktail and move to the casino to continue your winning streak at Florida’s premier racetrack.

Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino
Deerfield Beach showing a sandy beach, skyline and tropical scenes

Deerfield Beach

Deerfield Beach showing a sandy beach, skyline and tropical scenes

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