Central Broward

Esplanade Park

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Visiting South Florida and don’t know what to do? Or been living here for a while and feel like sightseeing?

Take a walk around Esplanade Park in Fort Lauderdale, FL. It provides an awesome view whilst rambling around the famous Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk. There are many events in the park throughout the whole year, so if you’re coming down for a visit, try checking the South Florida Finds website beforehand. 

Croissant Park and Pool

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If you need a serene place where you can stay fit, don’t go anywhere else apart from Croissant Park Pool in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Croissant is the best place for anybody interested in adult swimming and other types of water aerobics. Here’s why you should visit it. 

* It is water playground and recreation center rolled into one

Cypress Park & Pool

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Florida has been known by many as a place to relax and take a break from the busy schedules of life and also offer family wide fun so that you can have a good time also with your children. Cypress Park & Pool in Coral Springs is a new huge waterpark that creates a vacation feel for you to relax and decompress. It is very well placed and will serve as a nice getaway for you and your family.

K1 Speed Hollywood-Fort Lauderdale

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K1 Speed in Fort Lauderdale offer an outstanding thrill in go kart racing for the whole family. Being easily accessible, it is a facility that guarantees everyone of total enjoyment. Besides, K1 Speed offers a walk in or call for reservations and is opened every day and thus guaranteeing everyone time to relax while raising some adrenaline. 

Gore Betz Park

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Gore Betz Park, opened in the summer of 2015, is a 1.8 acre City of Fort Lauderdale public park open from 8am to 9pm daily. Located east of I-95 in south Fort Lauderdale, this lovely park has plenty of space to enjoy a romp or exercise session with family or friends.  Don't worry about burning up in the sun while burning up the calories as the Gore Betz fitness equipment is under cover.  Grab a frisbee or soccer ball to make use of the open play area or let the kids play as long as they like under cover on the playground.

Sawgrass Recreation Park

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Sawgrass Recreation Park in Weston is a wildlife adventure park that features airboat rides, wildlife encounters and exhibits.  Venture out in the the Everglades and get a taste of a true Florida experience.  Learn about the Everglades ecosystem and even some history of The Everglades.  See exotic native animals up close and watch an interpretive talk about the critters.  In the Reptile Exhibit watch an alligator handler show the power of the gator or allow your little one to hold a baby alligator!

WOW Factory

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The WOW Factory on Lyons road in Coconut Creek is one of the hottest spots to stay cool in Broward.  The kids will love the activities and beg to return again and again.  Try your agility in the Mission Impossible-esque Laser Frenzy or your high-wire act on the ropes course that lines the ceiling.  Get inside the 2-story ball blaster area and engage in Nerf-tastic battles while sliding, crawling, screaming and more.  Take in a friendly (or not so friendly) game of Laser Tag or show your strength on the rock wall.

Xtreme Action Park

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Xtreme Action Park is over 120,000 sq ft of family fun and entertainment located in western Fort Lauderdale. South Florida has its hot and humid days or afternoon storms but kids never quit wanting to go go go.  Take your family out regardless of the weather and have an amazing time!  Xtreme Action Park is poised to become the be all and end all of indoor active recreation in the area after this major overhaul. 

Complete overhaul and renovation completed Summer of 2015.  

Galleria Mall

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 If you're planning on doing a little shopping here in South Florida, be sure to include Galleria Mall in Fort Lauderdale on Sunrise Blvd in your plans.



At Galleria Mall, there is something for everyone. Women will enjoy the selection of upscale department stores and boutiques. When it comes to shopping for men, the Galleria Mall covers everything from fashion to footwear at stores like Express Men and Finish Line. Of course, there are also specialty retailers for children of all ages such as Gap Kids and Gymboree. 

Sunrise Civic Center and Aquatic Complex

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The Sunrise Civic Center and Aquatic Complex was established in 1998. This 80,000 sq. ft. facility has a theatre, art gallery, banquet hall, athletic club and an aquatics center. This great community treasure offers several fun filled activities for all ages throughout the year.