Water Taxi Tour: Explore 20 Stops in Venice of America

Embark on a narrated exploration tour with the Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi. Discover the Venice of America, visit 11 stops, and learn about the city’s history, homes, and yachts. Don’t miss out!

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Stranahan House - Riverside Hotel & Stranahan House—a historic gem embodying Fort Lauderdale’s rich past. Enjoy dockside dining and easy access to Las Olas Boulevard. Beyond, explore Fort Lauderdale’s treasures via the free Water Trolley, boasting 8 more stops along the Riverwalk.
  • Las Olas Boulevard - Las Olas Blvd– the beating heart of…
What's Included
  • All-day Water Taxi Pass
  • Live onboard commentary
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information

Enjoy narrated tours, explore our 20 Water Taxi Stops, and see the beauty of the Venice of America all for one ticket! Water Taxi captains and crew will tell you where the best places to shop, eat, and play are! As well as share facts about the gorgeous homes, yachts and South Florida history. Board from any of our Stops, boats arrive 35 - 45 minutes…

Location
5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar and Grill
North Ocean Drive
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Q863hzmichaely
Feb 24, 2026
Awesome…….one issue tho - Was a great day all around! If I were to make a suggestion, it would be to have stanchions in place to form lines bc when a certain number of seats (10) are available on the next boat and there are more people (25) waiting to board, it could get ugly without a system in place.
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F4755zykathyt
Jan 28, 2026
Take the tour! It's a vibe. Super yachts. Local lore. Experience more of Ft Lauderdale than the beach strip - We rode all day and had 4 different crews. All were great. Professional captains, with friendly,knowledgeable, and entertaining crew. You can't go wrong!! So fun to be on the water, amongst the super yachts and cruising by the mansions with the very entertaining commentary. Each crew has its own personality and tells the story a little differently so it's nice to switch your ride even if you're sure you have the very best one first: ) Shout out to Captain Chuck and Kathy! Take the tour, enjoy the vibe, stop for food and drinks (and/or get drinks on board). If you have appetizers instead of meals you can stop more places and have more experiences. Bokcampers and 15th st Fisheries were great stops. Sixty Vines near Shops at Las Olas is great and is across from Capital one Cafe where you can charge your phones and get great coffee. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park is also a nice stop with an unexpected bar and real food and seating in the shade looking at the beach. Beware of the delicious local Honeylove cream ale that is 9.5% abv!!! Short walk from the bar to see the 100 year old giant banyan tree. Take the tour! Have fun! You cannot go wrong. Water Taxi is a pro team and the way to see the area. Get the map. Use the live boat tracker. Go both ways. Every ride is different. Dress warmly if it's cool out. It's windier on the water.
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Globetrotter201026
Jan 13, 2026
Great way to see Fort Lauderdale. - We did not use enough time to visit Pampano and if we returned we would do this blue route. We did the full Fort Lauderdale trip both ways by day and night at nights the lights on millionaires row are beautiful. We saw Hollywood and its promenade which I also recommend. Commentary was always good with funny little stories. Thank you would repeat and recommend!
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Goplaces436328
Oct 29, 2025
Great way to get around. Reasonably priced, multiple stops, staff signals to next boat if needed. Dave and Don were awesome. - Easy to get off n on. Boats get around slowly but it's nice to relax between stops. Reasonably priced. Friendly staff. ..
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Saradk6066sc
Oct 25, 2025
Funny and informative!! - Captain Dave and Dan were great! Dons commentary was hilarious and Captain Dave was full of great info. A great way to travel and see the city. 10/10!
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A909kbaudreyv
Oct 5, 2025
Great time - This water taxi was such a smooth ride and just really fun. It was a great way to get around for the day and see the sites! Our guide Austin was too funny and the whole crew was super nice and friendly! Also loved that there was plenty of shade!
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Joshua_w
Dec 20, 2025
The docks were very dark.... - The docks were very dark. Ride was fun with karoake too. Staff was helpful and drinks were offered also.
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276ashleyq
Dec 28, 2025
Rita was awful! - Odie and the Captain were great! They turned our experience around. I was glad it ended on an high note. Unfortunately, Rita was awful at Stop 6. I called and let the office know about her demeanor, racist behavior, and unprofessional attitude. I was supposed to get a call, but never did.
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Nofufu
Nov 4, 2025
Focus on navigation - Captain needs to look forward instead of at passengers- Glades boat northbound 11/4 apx 4 pm- 80% of time looking and talking to passengers instead of looking forward Let the mate do the commentary
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Kentp2018
Nov 5, 2025
Terrible Boat Show Ride - BOAT SHOW RIDE: Water Taxi did not meet our expectations at all. In year's past, the North route for the boat show has always been a direct route (no stops). This year, Water Taxi decided all passengers from the North should disembark at Las Olas. Meant double boarding and un-loading plus a long wait for connecting boats. Terrible and very disorganized.
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