Just For Kids
Whether you are looking for an educational destination, one filled with sports and shopping for the whole family, the perfect dining spots for kids or South Florida's best family-friendly special events and packages, look no further than Greater Fort Lauderdale.
Kids of all ages will enjoy Wannado City, America's first "kidizen" theme park at Sawgrass Mills, and the Museum of Discovery & Science in downtown Fort Lauderdale. Young at Art Children's Museum is a great choice for the younger child, while Boomers and Gameworks will brighten your older child's day. For the animal-lover and budding environmentalist, don't miss a visit to the Everglades, Butterfly World and Flamingo Gardens. Scooter, canoe, jet ski and other watersports are sure to thrill the family. And Orioles spring training at Fort Lauderdale Stadium is always a hit.
Print PageBOOMERS! GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE
- 1700 NW 1st St., Dania Beach, 954-921-1411
- The latest state-of-the-art video games, go-kart racing and speedway kart racing, rock wall, miniature golf, batting cages, bumper boats, wave rider, magic samba balloons, frog hopper, Caribbean carousel, rollercoaster, laser tag, bowling, sports lounge, and two thrill rides. Open daily.
BROWARD COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION
- 950 N.W. 38th St., Oakland Park, 954-357-8100
- More than half a million people a year use picnic shelters or other meeting facilities in Broward County parks. Whether you’re planning a birthday party, shower, wedding reception, holiday gathering, family reunion, church event, or large corporate or association function, there’s a park to accommodate your needs. Our 18 regional parks offer more than 90 shelters, with capacities ranging from 20 to 400, as well as a variety of other facilities, including gazebos, outdoor amphitheaters, and conference and meeting rooms. Our neighborhood parks also have community centers available for rental. All shelters have picnic tables; most include grills. Amenities at indoor facilities vary.
BUEHLER PLANETARIUM (BCC Campus)
- 3501 SW Davie Rd., Davie, 954-201-6681
- Located at the Broward Community College, Central Campus. Experience shows that introduce you to space and expand horizons. $2-6.
BUTTERFLY WORLD
- 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek, 954-977-4400
- Thousands of live, rainbow-hued butterflies dwell in acres of waterfalls, orchids, roses and tropical gardens that are also home to fish, hummingbirds, lorikeet, insectarium, butterfly farm and outdoor cafe. Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm (Admission closes at 4pm). Adults $24.95, children 3-11 $19.95, under 3 free.
CB SMITH PARK
- C.B. Smith Park, 900 N. Flamingo Rd. Pembroke Pines, 954-357-8115
- New Aquatics complex includes 2 interactive water playgrounds, tube ride and 2 waterslides.
DANIA BEACH HURRICANE
- 1760 NW 1st Street (next to Boomers), Dania Beach , 954-921-4921
- Wooden roller coaster with 3,200 ft. worth of adrenaline-pumping excitement with speeds up to 55 mph. $6.24 per ride or $12 for unlimited rides per person. Open daily at 10am.
EVERGLADES HOLIDAY PARK/AIRBOAT TOURS
- 21940 Griffin Rd, Fort Lauderdale, 954-434-8111
- Journey on an airboat through the "River of Grass." Expert fishing guide tours, fishing facilities, boat rentals, 24-hr. general store. 9am-5pm, departing every 20 minutes or less.
EZride Surf School
- Fort Lauderdale, 954-803-7988
- Professional Surf Lessons offered at multiple beach locations. Surf training and ocean education to start your surf journey, or turn your vacation into an exciting surf experience. Call for reserved lessons.
FORT LAUDERDALE CHILDREN'S THEATRE
- 640 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-763-6882
- A not-for-profit organization offering theatre arts classes and camps for children and teens
FORT LAUDERDALE DUCK TOURS
- 17 S. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. (Across from BeachPlace), Fort Lauderdale, 954-761-4002
- Amphibious duck tours, the eye opening tour lasts 1 ½ hours and is narrated by entertaining tour guides. Cruise both land and sea including the landmark Fort Lauderdale strip, quaint Las Olas Boulevard, historical districts and the mansions and yachts dotting Millionaire's Row. Daily 10am-6pm. Adults $30, seniors $26, children $16, under 3 free.
FUN RENTALS
- 239 Almond Ave, Fort Lauderdale, 954-768-9020
- Scooters, new 2-person scoot cars, bicycles, skates, snorkeling, surfing. Prices vary for hourly, daily or weekly rentals. Deerfield Location: 1985 A1A, Deerfield Beach (954) 427-4647.
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