From US$11 per person
Book tickets on Viator (opens in a new tab): Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk Self-Guided Audio Walking TourYou book and pay on viator.com. Inclusable may earn a commission.
3.6 / 5 from 14 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 15
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 3.6 / 5 · 14 reviews
About this 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.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: Your tour begins in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale on the New River. It then takes you east along Las Olas Blvd. to Las Olas Boulevard.
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Itinerary
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- 1
RIVERWALK NORTH. Begin along the scenic New River through Fort Lauderdale's lively Arts and Entertainment District.(pass by)
- 2
BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS. Pass the waterfront venue that has helped energize downtown since opening in 1991.(pass by)
- 3
ESPLANADE PARK. Stroll past this riverside green space, a popular setting for festivals and community events.(pass by)
- 4
MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE. Pass this active hands-on science museum and its towering AutoNation IMAX screen; admission is separate.(pass by)
- 5
NEW RIVER. Follow the historic waterway that shaped Fort Lauderdale and inspired its Venice of America identity.(pass by)
- 6
HISTORY FORT LAUDERDALE. See the active museum campus preserving the city's largest concentration of historic buildings.(pass by)
- 7
NEW RIVER INN. Admire Broward County's oldest hotel, now the main museum at History Fort Lauderdale.(pass by)
- 8
KING-CROMARTIE HOUSE. View the restored 1907 pioneer home, known for period rooms and local ghost stories.(pass by)
- 9
PHILEMON NATHANIEL BRYAN HOUSE. Pass this early riverside home and discover its place in Fort Lauderdale's pioneer history.(pass by)
- 10
HOCH HERITAGE CENTER. See the historic former post-office warehouse now housing a major South Florida research archive.(pass by)
- 11
9/11 MEMORIAL. Pause at the monument incorporating a PATH rail segment recovered from the World Trade Center.(pass by)
- 12
THRIVE SCULPTURE. Walk beneath Daniel Popper's monumental fern-covered figure, a striking Riverwalk landmark.(pass by)
- 13
HISTORIC DOWNTOWNER. Pass this 1920s-inspired riverside landmark and its nostalgic Maxwell Room.(pass by)
- 14
NSU ART MUSEUM. Admire the distinctive modern building and colorful exterior murals; gallery admission is separate.(pass by)
- 15
FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY. Pass FAU's downtown Fort Lauderdale campus, home to urban and design-focused programs.(pass by)
- 16
NEW RIVER YACHT CLUB. See the contemporary waterfront towers whose dramatic design meets the curve of the New River.(pass by)
- 17
BRICKS OF THE RIVERWALK. Spot commemorative bricks supporting the nonprofit that helps care for and enliven the waterfront.(pass by)
- 18
SMOKER FAMILY PARK. Relax at this pocket park named for a family tied to Fort Lauderdale's civic history.(pass by)
- 19
RIO VISTA. Look across the river toward this elegant neighborhood known for tree-lined streets and waterfront homes.(pass by)
- 20
STRANAHAN HOUSE. View Fort Lauderdale's oldest surviving structure, now an active historic house museum; admission is separate.(pass by)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Included
- No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
- Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
- Live GPS map shows route & your location
- Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours
- Customer Service via Phone & Email
- Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
Not included
- HUIZENGA PARK: closed for redevelopment; view the construction area from the surrounding Riverwalk.
- Attraction tickets
- Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
- Smartphone or tablet
- Parking Fees
- In-person tour guide
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Location & contact
- Area
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Meeting point
- Your tour begins in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale on the New River. It then takes you east along Las Olas Blvd. to Las Olas Boulevard
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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