Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

Explore Fort Lauderdale’s scenic Las Olas Riverwalk on a flexible GPS-guided audio tour. Stories play automatically as you follow the New River past historic homes, waterfront parks, public art and downtown landmarks. Highlights include ESPLANADE PARK, HISTORY FORT LAUDERDALE, NEW RIVER INN, STRANAHAN HOUSE, THRIVE SCULPTURE and LAS OLAS BOULEVARD. A live map guides the route while short stories reveal the city’s history and tropical character. Start whenever you like, pause for photos, cafés or shopping, and continue at your own pace. Download before you arrive; no mobile data or signal is needed during the tour.

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   RIVERWALK NORTH. Begin along the scenic New River through Fort Lauderdale's lively Arts and Entertainment District.

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   Broward Center for the Performing Arts

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   BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS. Pass the waterfront venue that has helped energize downtown since opening in 1991.

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   ESPLANADE PARK. Stroll past this riverside green space, a popular setting for festivals and community events.

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   Museum of Discovery and Science

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   MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE. Pass this active hands-on science museum and its towering AutoNation IMAX screen; admission is separate.

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   NEW RIVER. Follow the historic waterway that shaped Fort Lauderdale and inspired its Venice of America identity.

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   History Fort Lauderdale

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   HISTORY FORT LAUDERDALE. See the active museum campus preserving the city's largest concentration of historic buildings.

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   NEW RIVER INN. Admire Broward County's oldest hotel, now the main museum at History Fort Lauderdale.

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   KING-CROMARTIE HOUSE. View the restored 1907 pioneer home, known for period rooms and local ghost stories.

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   PHILEMON NATHANIEL BRYAN HOUSE. Pass this early riverside home and discover its place in Fort Lauderdale's pioneer history.

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    HOCH HERITAGE CENTER. See the historic former post-office warehouse now housing a major South Florida research archive.

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    9/11 MEMORIAL. Pause at the monument incorporating a PATH rail segment recovered from the World Trade Center.

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    THRIVE SCULPTURE. Walk beneath Daniel Popper's monumental fern-covered figure, a striking Riverwalk landmark.

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    HISTORIC DOWNTOWNER. Pass this 1920s-inspired riverside landmark and its nostalgic Maxwell Room.

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    NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale

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    NSU ART MUSEUM. Admire the distinctive modern building and colorful exterior murals; gallery admission is separate.

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    FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY. Pass FAU's downtown Fort Lauderdale campus, home to urban and design-focused programs.

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    NEW RIVER YACHT CLUB. See the contemporary waterfront towers whose dramatic design meets the curve of the New River.

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    BRICKS OF THE RIVERWALK. Spot commemorative bricks supporting the nonprofit that helps care for and enliven the waterfront.

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    SMOKER FAMILY PARK. Relax at this pocket park named for a family tied to Fort Lauderdale's civic history.

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    RIO VISTA. Look across the river toward this elegant neighborhood known for tree-lined streets and waterfront homes.

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    Stranahan House

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    STRANAHAN HOUSE. View Fort Lauderdale's oldest surviving structure, now an active historic house museum; admission is separate.

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    LAURA WARD RIVERWALK PLAZA. Pause at the riverfront plaza honoring a dedicated community leader.

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    Las Olas Beach

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    LAS OLAS BEACH. Look east along Las Olas Boulevard toward the lively Atlantic beachfront about two miles away.

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    Las Olas Boulevard

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    LAS OLAS BOULEVARD. Explore Fort Lauderdale's celebrated avenue of galleries, boutiques, cafés, and restaurants.

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    HUIZENGA PARK. View this riverfront park's redevelopment area from the surrounding Riverwalk while construction remains underway.

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    Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale

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    FORT LAUDERDALE RIVERWALK. Finish along the 1.5-mile linear park connecting the New River with downtown arts, history, and dining.

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    Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale

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    WATER TAXI. Watch the active boats that connect Riverwalk with waterfront destinations across Fort Lauderdale; fares are separate.

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    History Fort Lauderdale

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    SHIPPEY HOUSE. View the preserved home of Judge Fred Shippey, relocated and restored in the Himmarshee historic district.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.