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Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Renowned for its vibrant and welcoming LGBTQ community, Wilton Manors offers a small-town feel coupled with big city fun. At the heart of all the action is the famous Wilton Drive. Within one mile, you will find more than thirty bars and eateries, art galleries, shops, boutiques, gyms, day spas and more!
Surrounded by 13 miles of navigable waterways, Wilton Manors is the only Island City in South Florida and welcomes everyone to enjoy its play-by-day, party-by-night atmosphere. Come experience why “Life’s Just Better Here!”
Fort Lauderdale Beach
As one of the highlights of the Sunshine State, Greater Fort Lauderdale’s 24 miles of golden sandy shores are home to some of Florida’s finest beaches. Whether you’re looking for a buzzy bar and restaurant-filled boardwalk or something quieter, where watersports are more of a draw than watering holes, Greater Fort Lauderdale offers something for everyone. So grab your swimsuit, sunblock, and sandals, and make your way to the sand for a day of fun in the sun at some of the best beaches in Greater Fort Lauderdale.
Explore the Intracoastal Waterway
Known as the “Venice of the Americas” due to its miles of waterways, Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal offers a myriad of activities and adventures. Hop on and off the Water Taxi with stops throughout the city or enjoy tour of the waterway with dinner on a private island via the Jungle Queen. Are you a little more independent of spirit? Explore the intracoastal on your own with with the assistance of one of the many jet ski, paddle board, or boat rental companies.
Las Olas Boulevard
Las Olas Boulevard in the heart of Fort Lauderdale is at the forefront of everything from fashion boutiques and art galleries, memorable restaurants, sidewalk cafes and bars… set the stage each evening for South Florida’s most architecturally unique, authentic, and eclectic shopping and dining district.
Stroll the boulevard, duck in and out of our cool breezeways, and be delighted by what you discover. Las Olas Boulevard stretches from the beach at A1A, immaculately lined with palm trees and beautiful people, rising over the fabulous Intracoastal Waterway with magnificent views of million dollar homes and spectacular yach
Seminole Hard Rock Casino
Seminole Hard Rock is the flagship casino resort of Hard Rock International, owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida. This world-renowned destination offers world-class dining and entertainment including gaming and national touring concerts and shows. The Hard Rock Casino is just a short 25-minute drive from Wilton Suites.
Art Galleries, Museums, and Theater
Wilton Manors and Fort Lauderdale offer year round options for visitors to experience first-class arts and entertainment. Be sure to visit Museum of Discovery and Science and NSU Art Museums in downtown Fort Lauderdale or enjoy a national touring show at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts or recently renovated Parker Playhouse. Don’t miss the monthly Art Walks with Wilton Drive hosting one every 3rd Saturday and downtown Fort Lauderdale offering one up on the last Saturday of each month.
LGBTQ Wilton Manors & Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale and Wilton Manors are renowned for their welcoming, authentic vibe. Here you’ll find a thriving local LGBT+ community with the highest concentration of same-sex couple households in the country and hundreds of gay-owned businesses, many of which are centered around the Wilton Manors neighborhood.
Sebastian Beach, the top-rated gay beach in the United States, is nestled in Fort Lauderdale beach.
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