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Art Deco Walking Tour
Guided walks past the pastel Art Deco hotels of Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue, starting at the Art Deco Welcome Center.
Atlantic Avenue
Delray's walkable main street of bars, restaurants and live music, running from downtown to the beach.
Atlantis Skateway
Family-owned roller rink run by the same family for four generations.
Bahamas Day Cruise from Palm Beach
Day and short overnight cruises from the Port of Palm Beach to Grand Bahama Island. Passport required.
Bahia Honda State Park
Some of the Keys' best sandy beaches beside the old Flagler railroad bridge.
Bayside Marketplace
Waterfront marketplace on Biscayne Bay with shops, live music and sightseeing boat tours.
Beakers and Bugs
Science and art parties where kids make glow slime, run experiments and dig for fossils and gems.
Big Bus Miami
Hop-on, hop-off open-top bus between downtown, Wynwood, Little Havana and Miami Beach.
Bimini Day Trip from Miami
Hop over to Bimini in the Bahamas for a day of white-sand beaches and snorkeling. Bring your passport.
Biscayne Bay Sunset Cruise
Relaxed evening cruises from Bayside with skyline views as the sun goes down over Biscayne Bay.
Biscayne National Park
A mostly underwater national park: snorkel, paddle and take boat trips to coral reefs and keys.
Boca Ice and Fine Arts Center
A 73,000-square-foot complex with two NHL-size rinks, public skating, ice bumper cars and lessons in hockey and figure skating.
Butterfly World
Walk-through aviaries with thousands of butterflies and hummingbirds that land on visitors.
Carrie B Harbor Tour
Narrated riverboat tour past the mansions of the New River and the cruise ships of Port Everglades.
Casa Marina Key West
Historic 1920s resort with one of Key West's largest private beaches, a short ride from Duval Street.
Cheeca Lodge & Spa
Laid-back oceanfront resort in Islamorada with a fishing pier, spa and palm-shaded grounds.
Clematis Street
Downtown dining and bars a block from the waterfront and its splash fountain.
Conch Tour Train
A narrated ride around Old Town Key West: the easiest way to see the highlights in about 75 minutes.
Coopertown Airboats
Family-run airboat rides from 1945 at a little Everglades stop, famous for its frog legs and gator tail.
Coral Castle
A mysterious stone garden carved single-handedly from coral rock by one man in the 1920s and 30s.
Dania Marine Flea Market
A multi-day marine market with 300+ vendors of boating and fishing gear. Held once a year.
Delray Beach Public Beach
Two miles of wide, sandy oceanfront at the end of Atlantic Avenue, with lifeguards, cabana rentals and a beachside promenade.
Delray Beach Tennis Center
Eight outdoor pickleball courts plus clay and hard tennis courts at the city's well-known tennis center.
DETA Pickleball Club
Miami-Dade's largest pickleball facility, with 17 lighted outdoor courts open to the public.
Dolphin Research Center
A nonprofit dolphin and sea lion center with educational programs, shows and swim encounters.
Dolphin Water Sport
Captained yacht and boat charters from Miami Beach for sandbar snorkeling, sunset cruises, birthdays and parties of all sizes.
Dolphins Plus
Dolphin swim and encounter programs in natural lagoons in Key Largo.
Dry Tortugas National Park
A full-day ferry or seaplane trip to Fort Jefferson, with snorkeling in clear water 70 miles past Key West.
Duval Street
Key West's main street of boutiques, galleries, bars and conch-style storefronts, running ocean to Gulf.
Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum
The writer's Key West home, still full of six-toed cats.
Everglades Alligator Farm
Airboat rides through the sawgrass plus alligator, snake and wildlife shows. Feeding time draws a crowd.
Everglades Holiday Park
Airboat tours into the Everglades with an alligator show, about 30 minutes from Fort Lauderdale beach.
Everglades Safari Park
Airboat tours, an alligator show and a walking trail on the Tamiami Trail in the Everglades.
Exotic Animal Parties
A mobile petting zoo and animal show with friendly, hands-on animals, anywhere in South Florida.
Flamingo Gardens
Botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary with flamingos, panthers and old champion trees.
Florida Keys Boat Rental
Rent a pontoon or center console for the sandbars and clear water of the Keys, or book a captain.
Florida Panthers Game
NHL hockey at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, October to April. Ice-cold fun in South Florida.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Landmark 1950s oceanfront resort with a huge pool deck, beach service, restaurants and the LIV nightclub.
Fort Lauderdale Boat Rental
Rent a boat or book a captained charter to cruise the canals, Intracoastal and sandbars.
Fort Lauderdale Deep-Sea Fishing
Party boats and private charters for sailfish, snapper and kingfish, minutes from the inlet.
Fort Lauderdale Jet Ski Rentals
Jet ski rentals and guided rides on the Intracoastal Waterway. No boating license needed with a guide.
Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop
One of the country's largest daily flea markets, with hundreds of vendors, food stands and bargains.
Frost Museum of Science
Planetarium shows and a multi-level aquarium on the downtown waterfront.
Hawks Cay Resort
Big family resort in the Middle Keys with a saltwater lagoon, pools, a marina and dolphin programs.
Higgs Beach
Public beach in Key West with permanent pickleball courts, plus a seasonal Sunday artisan market from October to April.
Holiday Park
Popular city park near the beach with outdoor pickleball courts and playgrounds.
Hollywood Beach Broadwalk
A 2.5-mile oceanfront promenade for biking, ice cream and evening band shells.
Inter Miami CF Match
MLS soccer at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale. Tickets go fast for the big matches.
Islamorada Fishing Charters
The Sportfishing Capital of the World: offshore, reef and backcountry charters for every level.
Islamorada Mangrove Kayak Tour
Paddle quiet mangrove tunnels and flats looking for rays, birds and baby sharks.
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
America's first undersea park. Glass-bottom boats, snorkel trips and kayak trails.
Jungle Island
Animal encounters, a beach area and adventure play between downtown and Miami Beach.
Jungle Queen Riverboat
Old-style riverboat cruises past the mansions of the New River and Intracoastal, with a dinner show option.
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum
Climb the red 1860 lighthouse for views over the inlet, then explore the history museum and trails.
Jupiter Kayak & Paddleboard
Guided kayak and paddleboard tours through the mangroves and clear water around Jupiter.
Key Largo Community Park
Ten dedicated pickleball courts, the biggest complex in the Keys. Free to play, first come first served, from 7:30 AM to sunset.
Key Largo Scuba Diving
Dive and snorkel trips to the reefs and the Christ of the Abyss statue in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
Key West Aquarium
Small, hands-on aquarium from 1934 with a touch tank, sharks, turtles and feeding tours.
Key West Fishing Charters
Offshore, reef and flats fishing from Key West, from half-day trips to full days.
Key West Food & Cocktail Tour
Walk Old Town tasting conch fritters, Cuban sandwiches, key lime pie and local cocktails.
Key West Ghost Tour
Lantern-lit walking tours of Key West's haunted houses and legends after dark.
Key West Glass-Bottom Boat
See the reef without getting wet on a glass-bottom boat trip, often with a sunset option.
Key West Jet Ski Tour
Guided jet ski tours all the way around the island of Key West, about 90 minutes.
Key West Parasailing
Parasail high above the turquoise water off Key West, solo or with a friend.
Key West Shipwreck Treasure Museum
Actors, artifacts and a lookout tower tell the story of Key West's shipwreck salvagers.
Larry & Penny Thompson Park Campground
Big county campground with RV and tent sites, a swimming lake with a sandy beach and shady trails near Zoo Miami.
Las Olas Boulevard
Shops, sidewalk dining and galleries, with water taxi stops nearby.
Lincoln Road Antique & Collectible Market
About 125 dealers selling vintage jewelry, mid-century furniture and Miami memorabilia on selected Sundays, October through May.
Linda the Parrot Lady
A parrot show where trained birds perform tricks and kids learn about parrots up close.
Lion Country Safari
Drive-through safari with giraffes and rhinos, plus a walk-through park and rides.
Little Havana & Calle Ocho
Cafecito windows, cigar shops, Domino Park and live music on SW 8th Street.
Little Palm Island Resort & Spa
Adults-only private island reached by boat, with thatched-roof bungalows and no TVs in the rooms.
Loews Miami Beach Hotel
Family-friendly oceanfront hotel in South Beach, a short walk from Lincoln Road and the Art Deco district.
Looe Key Snorkel Trip
Boat trips to Looe Key, one of the healthiest coral reefs in the Keys, for snorkeling and diving.
Mad Science of Palm Beach, Broward & Martin
Hands-on science birthday parties for ages 4 to 11, with slime, experiments and science goody bags.
Mallory Square Sunset Celebration
Key West's nightly sunset party on the waterfront, with street performers and food carts. Or watch from a sunset sail.
Mama Mia Magic
Comedy magicians, clowns, princesses and superheroes, face painters, balloon artists and game hosts. Serves Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.
Margaret Pace Park
Bayfront Edgewater park with outdoor courts and skyline views.
Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
Resort right on the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk with pools, a lazy river and live music. Easy with kids.
Miami Beach Jet Ski Tours
Guided jet ski rides on Biscayne Bay, past the skyline and the islands. No experience needed.
Miami Beach Parasailing
Float high above the ocean off Miami Beach, solo or in tandem, with great views of the coast.
Miami Deep-Sea Fishing
Half and full-day charters into the Gulf Stream for sailfish, mahi-mahi and kingfish.
Miami Dolphins Game
NFL football at Hard Rock Stadium, September to January, with tailgating in the parking lots.
Miami Heat Game
NBA basketball at Kaseya Center on Biscayne Bay, October to April. A big, loud night out.
Miami Helicopter Tour
Short helicopter flights over Miami Beach, the skyline and the bay. A special-occasion splurge.
Miami Marlins Game
MLB baseball at loanDepot park in Little Havana, under a retractable roof, so rain never cancels.
Miami Private Boat Charter
Hire a boat with a captain for your group: sandbar parties, sunset cruises and island hopping on Biscayne Bay.
Miami Speedboat Tour
Fast, fun boat rides past Star Island's celebrity mansions and the Miami skyline, usually about an hour.
Monkey Jungle
Walk through caged pathways while monkeys roam free around you. A Homestead classic since 1933.
Original Miami Beach Antique Show
Hundreds of international antique dealers at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Five days each January.
Palm Beach Boat Rental
Boat rentals and charters on the Lake Worth Lagoon, with Peanut Island and the inlet close by.
Patch Reef Park
Twelve outdoor pickleball courts in a large Boca park with fields and trails.
Peanut Island
Reach it by water taxi or kayak for calm lagoon snorkeling and picnics.
Pelican Grand Beach Resort
Classic yellow oceanfront resort on a quiet stretch of Fort Lauderdale beach, with a pool and porch rocking chairs.
Pompano Beach Snorkel & Dive
Snorkel and scuba trips to the reefs and shipwrecks just off Pompano Beach.
Port Everglades Cruise Transfers & Tours
Cruising from Fort Lauderdale? Book airport-to-port rides or a boat or city tour on your way to the ship.
PortMiami Cruise Transfers & City Tours
Sailing from PortMiami? Book a ride to the ship, or a Miami city tour that ends at the port before you board.
Robbie's of Islamorada
Hand-feed giant tarpon off the dock, then rent a kayak or book a snorkel trip. Fun stop on the drive down.
Sawgrass Mills
One of the largest outlet malls in the U.S., with 350+ stores plus the open-air Colonnade Outlets for luxury brands.
Sawgrass Recreation Park
Airboat rides, a replica Seminole village and a small wildlife exhibit on the edge of the Everglades.
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood
The Guitar Hotel's huge casino floor with slots, table games and poker, plus Hard Rock Live concerts, restaurants and a pool scene.
Shark Valley, Everglades National Park
A 15-mile loop by bike or tram with alligators along the canal and a tall observation tower.
The Biltmore Hotel
A 1926 landmark hotel with grand ballrooms, a huge pool and a full-service spa.
The Boca Raton
Historic 1926 pink resort on Lake Boca with a beach club, marina, pools and spa.
The Breakers
Oceanfront Italian Renaissance-style resort known for elegant weddings and its spa.
The Colony Hotel
Pink boutique hotel a block from Worth Avenue and the ocean, with a poolside restaurant.
The Palm Beach Show
Six-day antiques and fine art show at the Palm Beach County Convention Center each February.
The Replay Club
Indoor club with 7 pickleball courts, padel and wellness amenities. Good for rainy or hot days.
Theater of the Sea
Marine animal park with sea lion shows and a lagoon beach.
Turtle Hospital
Tour the hospital that rescues and releases injured sea turtles, and meet some of the patients.
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
A 1916 bayfront estate with formal gardens and a stone barge in the water.
Water Taxi of Fort Lauderdale
Hop-on, hop-off boat rides along the canals and Intracoastal between Las Olas, the beach and Hollywood.
Free
Wynwood Food & Art Tour
Guided walk through Wynwood's murals with tastings at local spots along the way.
Wynwood Walls
Outdoor street-art museum surrounded by galleries, breweries and food spots.
Zoo Miami
Florida's largest zoo, laid out by world region with open-air habitats. Bring water and plan a long morning.
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Where to go
Things to do by county
Things to do in Miami-Dade
Art Deco, Wynwood murals, Cuban coffee in Little Havana and the gateway to the Everglades.
See Miami-Dade picks
Things to do in Broward & Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale's canals and Las Olas, the Hollywood Broadwalk and butterfly gardens.
See Broward picks
Things to do in Palm Beach County
Safari drives, Japanese gardens, Gilded Age mansions and calm Peanut Island snorkeling.
See Palm Beach picks
Things to do in the Florida Keys
A great day trip or weekend: coral reefs, clear water and sunsets at the end of US-1.
See Keys picksShop South Florida
Shopping in South Florida
Designer streets, giant outlet malls, open-air plazas and weekend markets, from Palm Beach down to Key West.
DesignerLuxury & designer
Flagship boutiques, open-air courtyards and window-shopping streets made for a slow afternoon.
- Bal Harbour Shops ↗Bal Harbour · open-air, tropical gardens
- Miami Design District ↗Miami · walkable, free public art
- Worth Avenue ↗Palm Beach · historic street and vias
- Aventura Mall ↗Aventura · 300+ stores and an art collection
DealsOutlets & big malls
Air-conditioned and huge. Good for rainy days, back-to-school runs and hunting brand-name deals.
- Sawgrass Mills ↗Sunrise · 350+ stores and outlets
- Dolphin Mall ↗Miami · outlets and value stores
- Town Center at Boca Raton ↗Boca Raton · indoor, upscale
- The Gardens Mall ↗Palm Beach Gardens · indoor
StrollOpen-air & main streets
Shop, then stay for dinner. Pedestrian malls and waterfront plazas that come alive at night.
- Lincoln Road ↗Miami Beach · pedestrian mall
- Las Olas Boulevard (map) ↗Fort Lauderdale · boutiques and cafés
- Mizner Park ↗Boca Raton · palm-lined plaza
- CityPlace ↗West Palm Beach · dancing fountain
- Bayside Marketplace ↗Downtown Miami · on the bay
- Brickell City Centre ↗Brickell · shops, dining, cinema
- Duval Street (map) ↗Key West · galleries and shops
Local findsMarkets & vintage
Flea markets, farmers markets and antique fairs for one-of-a-kind finds and Saturday-morning browsing.
- Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop (map) ↗Fort Lauderdale · daily
- Sunshine Flea Market ↗West Palm Beach · indoor, Wed–Sun
- The Gardens GreenMarket ↗Palm Beach Gardens · Sundays
- West Palm Beach Antique & Flea Market ↗Clematis St · Saturdays, Oct–Apr
- Lincoln Road Antique Market (map) ↗Miami Beach · selected Sundays
Store hours and holiday schedules vary. Check each center's website before you go.
One perfect day
A day in paradise
From sunrise on the sand to sunset dinners by the water. Each part of the day links to the places behind it.
MorningSunrise on the sand
Boardwalk bike rides, lighthouse beaches and a sailboat or two. Start the day where the water is bluest.
AfternoonWildlife & gardens
Manatees, sea turtles, butterflies and shady botanical gardens when the sun is high.
SunsetGolden hour & date night
Flamingos in the shallows, the lighthouse beam and dinner with a view as the sky turns pink.
October in South Florida
Halloween events & pumpkin patches
Spooky season here means haunted fairgrounds, zoo trick-or-treat nights and pumpkin patches in shorts weather.
Teens & adultsFright Nights
Haunted houses, scare zones and midway rides at the fairgrounds. One of the area's longest-running Halloween events.
- Fright Nights 2026 ↗Oct 8–30 · Thu–Sun nights from 6 PM
- Buy tickets ↗Advance prices through Oct 7
Little onesTrick-or-treat & family nights
Costume-friendly zoo days, block parties and trunk-or-treats with candy, contests and games.
- Zoo Boo at Zoo Miami ↗Oct 24–25 · 10 AM–3 PM · included with admission
- Palm Beach Zoo events ↗2026 Halloween dates not yet announced
- Hollywood Boo BashArtsPark, Hollywood · Fri Oct 23 · check the city for times
- South Dade YMCA Spook & SlamMiami · Fri Oct 23 · 5–8 PM · free
- LauderBOOSnyder Park, Fort Lauderdale · Sat Oct 24
- Hollyweird Halloween FestivalHollywood Blvd, downtown Hollywood · Sat Oct 24 · free entry
All agesPumpkin patches
Church and farm pumpkin lots pop up across all three counties in October, many with hay rides and photo spots.
- The Berry Farm Harvest Festival ↗Redland · Sept 16–Nov 15
- Pinto's Farm Pumpkin Patch ↗Redland · Sept 19–Nov 8
- Hope Miami Lakes UMC Pumpkin Patch ↗Miami Lakes · Oct 4–31
- Bedner's Fall Festival ↗Boynton Beach · Oct 3–Nov 1
- Pumpkin Towne ↗Wellington, Jupiter · opens Oct 7
- Spookyville in Yesteryear Village ↗West Palm Beach fairgrounds · Oct 17–31 · Fri 5–9 PM, Sat–Sun 11 AM–9 PM
Grown-upsCostume crawls
Las Olas, Clematis Street and Brickell fill with costumed crowds around Halloween. All crawls are 21+.
- West Palm Beach Halloween Bar Crawl ↗Clematis St · Oct 24 & Oct 31
- Costumes & Cocktails at the fairgrounds ↗West Palm Beach · Fri Oct 16 · 8 PM
- Fort Lauderdale Halloween Bar Crawl ↗Las Olas · Oct 31 from 3 PM
- Miami Halloween Bar Crawl ↗Brickell · Oct 31 · 4–10 PM
- Fantasy Fest ↗Key West · Oct 16–25 · grand parade Sat Oct 24 at 7 PM
- Key West ghost tours (book on Viator) ↗Old Town · nightly · all ages
- Miami ghost & haunted tours (book on Viator) ↗Miami · evenings
Dates and tickets change every year, so confirm 2026 details with each venue before you go.
Late November to early January
Christmas light shows in South Florida
Drive-thru shows, glowing gardens, zoo lights and holiday boat cruises across all three counties.
Miami-DadeHoliday lights in Miami-Dade
Walk-throughs, garden glow nights and a famous neighborhood drive.
- Zoo Lights Miami ↗Zoo Miami · walk-through
- NightGarden at Fairchild ↗Coral Gables · walk-through
- Pinecrest Gardens Nights of Lights ↗Pinecrest · walk-through
- The Berry Farm Winter Festival ↗Redland · walk-through
- Christmas Wonderland at Tropical Park (map) ↗Miami · walk-through
- Enchanted Place of North Miami (map) ↗North Miami · free drive-by
- Miami Beach Holiday Festival of Lights (map) ↗Miami Beach · free, Ocean Drive
- Christmas lights cruise on Biscayne Bay (book on Viator) ↗Miami · evening cruises
BrowardHoliday lights in Broward
Drive-thrus, garden lights and holiday boat cruises.
- Holiday Fantasy of Lights (map) ↗Tradewinds Park, Coconut Creek · drive-thru
- Flamingo Gardens Winter Wonderland ↗Davie · walk-through
- Christmas Lights in the Acres (map) ↗Plantation Acres · drive-thru
- Water Taxi Holiday Light Cruises ↗Fort Lauderdale · boat ride
- Symphony in Lights (map) ↗Hallandale Beach · walk-through
- Holiday lights boat cruises (book on Viator) ↗Fort Lauderdale · canals & Intracoastal
Palm BeachHoliday lights in Palm Beach
Zoo lights and a drive-thru show that raises money for charity.
- Zoo Lights at Palm Beach Zoo ↗West Palm Beach · walk-through
- Lights 4 Hope Holiday Light Show (map) ↗West Palm Beach · drive-thru
Most shows haven't announced 2026 dates yet. These ran last season and usually return. Check each link for this year's dates and tickets.
Common questions
Common questions
What are the top attractions in South Florida?
Popular places listed for South Florida include Zoo Miami, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Frost Museum of Science, Jungle Island and Pérez Art Museum Miami. Details, links and maps are in the listings above.
What are the best free things to do in South Florida?
Free ideas include Little Havana & Calle Ocho, Las Olas Boulevard, Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center and Clematis Street. Details, links and maps are in the listings above; confirm hours and prices with each venue before you go.
What are fun things to do with kids in South Florida?
Family favorites include Zoo Miami, Frost Museum of Science, Jungle Island and Miami Children's Museum. Details, links and maps are in the listings above; confirm hours and prices with each venue before you go.
Where are the best beaches in South Florida?
Beaches listed here include Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, Hollywood Beach Broadwalk and Peanut Island. Details, links and maps are in the listings above; confirm hours and prices with each venue before you go.
What can we do on a rainy day in South Florida?
Rainy-day ideas include Frost Museum of Science, Pérez Art Museum Miami, Miami Children's Museum and Museum of Discovery and Science. Details, links and maps are in the listings above; confirm hours and prices with each venue before you go.
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About
About Fun South Florida
Fun South Florida is a free local guide to things to do in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties and the Florida Keys. Families use it to find kids' activities, rainy-day ideas and birthday party places. Couples use it for date nights, wedding venues and spa days. Visitors use it to plan beach days, Everglades airboat rides and day trips down to Key West.
Every listing links to the venue's official website and a map. Hours, prices and event dates change, so please confirm with the venue before you go.
