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CRUISING THE VENICE OF AMERICA DAILY 11am 1pm 3pm

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A FORT LAUDERDALE TRADITION FOR OVER 30 YEARS!

90 Minute Venice of America Tours  11am - 1pm - 3pm

Cruising 7 days a week

(PLEASE ARRIVE AT LEAST 30 MINUTES EARLY)

TICKETS: ADULT $29.95   +tax  Child $18.95 +tax Under 3 free

Private charters available 6pm - 9pm

Professional Narration on a great sound system!

Spectacular!  Venice of America + Historic New River 

 Billionaires Row + Mansions of the Rich and Famous 

Intracoastal Waterway + Super Yachts 

 Port Everglades + Ships and More! 

Why our guests say "It's just better on the Carrie B!"

Features that make the difference, largest at 115' comfort, air conditioned interior.

She's the biggest tour boat in Fort Lauderdale by 40 feet! You don't have to sit still. Feel free to move around and enjoy beautiful Fort Lauderdale!

Huge interior on the 1st deck with air conditioning. See the Venice of America in AC comfort or catch the breeze on the top deck shade or sun!

FULL BAR AND SNACKS

Relax and enjoy your favorite drinks at our full bar!  Plus freshly made popcorn, 1/4 lb. hot dogs, big pretzels, chips cookies and more!

SUN, SHADE OR AC!

On the Carrie B it's your choice! Plus you do not have to sit still, we encourage you to freely move around and enjoy our vessel!

HUGE UPPER DECK

For your enjoyment our giant upper deck offers shade or sun! It's your choice to sit, stand and move around as you like!

CLEAN RESTROOMS

Located on the 1st deck near the rear of the vessel you'll find a men's room and two ladies rooms for your convenience!

RELAXING, FUN AND BEAUTIFUL!

Carrie B Cruises.. showing the Venice of America for over 30 years!

PLEASE ARRIVE AT LEAST 30 MINUTES EARLY FOR PARKING!

Located downtown ft lauderdale 440 north new river drive east.

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Experienced Guides

Satisfaction guaranteed.

Our team of experienced guides is your window into Fort Lauderdale's rich history and vibrant culture. With their deep knowledge of the area, they'll not only narrate your journey but also answer your questions, making each boat cruise a captivating and educational experience.

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Beautiful Sites

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Fort Lauderdale as you cruise along its pristine waterways. From stunning waterfront mansions to lush tropical landscapes, our tours offer a front-row seat to the city's most captivating sights.

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At Riverfront Cruises, your happiness is our commitment. We're confident that you'll love every moment of your tour with us, but if for any reason you're not completely delighted, our team is here to make it right and ensure you leave with a smile.

About Our Sightseeing Cruise

Come cruise Ft Lauderdale's magnificent inland waterways in our new, state of the art, air conditioned, safe and comfortable cruise boat! Our modern, elegant ship offers the utmost in comfort as you cruise the rivers of Fort Lauderdale. You'll be impressed by our new

and completely redesigned interior.

Indulge in light snacks, complimentary beer, wine and  soft drinks as well as prosecco, and juices as you absorb the beauty of Fort Lauderdale. Our Venice of America open-top cruise that embarks on daily tours narrating all of Fort Lauderdale featuring Millionaire's Row homes of the rich and famous, Port Everglades, and Old Lauderdale! 

You will hear fascinating narration by your Coast Guard licensed Captain and boat tour host describing the sights, the history and legends of the waterways. Breathtaking views will be yours to see along the tour of the New River, the Intracoastal Waterway and Port Everglades. There's nothing like it! 

Venice Sightseeing in Florida has never been so fun!

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Complimentary beer, wine, soft drinks as well as prosecco, and juices.

Special Requests Available

For small group tours, we can customize an itinerary to emphasize your interests. If you have a special request, send us a message, and we will be sure to get back to you soon. Valet parking is available for $15 or free parking is available on the East Side of the Galleria Mall.

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Intimate Waterway Tours

Enjoy an Affordable, Five-Star Personally Guided Sightseeing Boat Tour

Experience an Intimate Waterway Tour with Fort Lauderdale’s finest Electric boat tour.  Immerse yourself in the Amazing Sights of Fort Lauderdale’s unique network of beautiful canals.

These waterways are the heart of South Florida’s finest boating destination, making Fort Lauderdale the Yachting Capital of the World. On our Boats you will cruise in comfort and style.

$220 for 1 hr & 30 min     $395 for 3 hours

Reservations required.

Reserve your Private Boat Tour (up to 6 passengers) for a private experience.

Fort Lauderdale’s best luxury, private boating experience

Add Wine & Champagne

Enjoy the sights with wine and champagne services.

Recommend the three-hour tour for food and cocktails 

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Our Guests Say It Best

No way the Water Taxi can top this. Spend the extra $$. You will be glad you did. Winstonator approved. Stamp it!  Ahoy!!!!!!

We thoroughly enjoyed Captain Lindsey. If you can’t hear or understand her, then frankly, you may want to invest in a hearing aid. No loud obnoxious microphone needed, just well thought out historical information regarding Fort Lauderdale, with some funny jokes thrown in for good measure.

Just what we were looking for We have been coming to Ft Lauderdale for decades and have been looking for a sunset cruise to view the magnificent waterways, yachts and homes. We took the 1 1/2 hour cruise. I was impressed with the design and quietness of the battery powered boat. The price was reasonable. Captain Rocco was one of those people who loves their job. He even dropped us off at the 15 Street Fisheries where we had a memorable dinner. A most excellent evening !

Family and pet friendly tour We had a great time on our tour! We opted for a bottle of wine on board and that was really nice to have. Our captain was great at sharing so much information with us about what we were passing by and made a couple of special turns to show us things that interested us specifically. Our dog enjoyed the tour and well and even got a treat! It was a fun, relaxing and adventurous time on the water! Thank you Intimate waterways.

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A fun time for everyone.  Embark on a family friendly and pet friendly sightseeing tour.  Journey into the canals of the Venice of America on a 1.5 hour or 3 hour personally guided tour of the mansions and yachts of Millionaires’ Row along the New River, Intracoastal Waterways, and Port Everglades.

As a matter of fact, you will see  the bustling activities of our waterways in full display and color as we glide by in living room style comfort out of the fast lane.  Even in the tropical South Florida sunshine, it’s easy to stay cool in the fully covered and comfortable tour boat with a complimentary cold beverage.

See the magnificent cruise ships in iconic Port Everglades; Gateway to the Caribbean.  Learn about the historic sights and observe the local wildlife.    Are you ready to cruise?

Witness a Beautiful Florida Sunset

It’s everyone’s favorite part of day. Watch the sky change colors as the sun drops behind our growing downtown skyline.  Take a breathtaking  sunset cruise full of unforgettable sights on the scenic Fort Lauderdale waterways.

Indulge in this moment on our delightfully charming and quiet electric boat.   No matter where you sit, you will have a great view of all the exquisite sights and attractions Fort Lauderdale has to offer.  Furthermore,  you may choose to purchase from our wine selection  as you bask in the glow of the sunset, and you will fit right in amongst the mansions, yachts, and lavish waterfront lifestyles of the rich and famous.

Escape the Crowds on an Evening Cruise

After the sun goes down, the tranquil  7pm  and  9pm evening boat tours are a buzz with ambient lights flickering off the water.  T he lights adorning the waterfront mansions and yachts are truly enchanting.  Our evening boat tours are the perfect time to let go and float along in a comfortable and relaxing environment. In other words, leave your worries behind, and sit back for the cruise of a lifetime.

Book a private full boat tour for a more personal or romantic experience. Enjoy our available selection of red and white wines, or champagne! You are welcome to bring your own food or drinks.  

Book Your Cruise Today

1 1/2 and 3 hour electric boat tours through the scenic Fort Lauderdale waterways run daily 9am – 9pm.  Book your private scenic boat tour now.

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A Selection of Red and White Wine is available for purchase. 

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Well behaved pets are welcome.  

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BEST Boat Ride in FL Area

My girl and I booked this boat ride when we went on vacation in the FL area on Aug 19 around 7 pm, wanted to see the sunset. This was the best boat ride we have ever had. Our captain was “Christina”, she shared the town history and showed us all the multi-million dollar homes! Such a fun, safe, relaxing environment, a great way to spend the day! Thank you! We had blast and she also stopped at a nice view to take pictures. Definitely would recommend it!

You Don’t want to miss this!!

Took the family for a night time tour. It was relaxing. Captain Rocco was not only full of knowledge but just a GREAT GUY!! Everyone was so friendly and helpful from the booking all the way through the actual tour.

Great experience!! Its a don’t miss it event!!

Book it, you won’t be disappointed

Our group was looking for something Fun to do and we are so happy we chose the 3 hour Sunset Cruise. It was so relaxing and calming. Captain Christina, went out of her way to make us comfortable and helped us enjoy every moment. She was very informative and answered all the questions we had. It’s pretty amazing that I have lived here for almost 40 years and have missed the beauty that’s in our own backyard! Beautiful and Peaceful!

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Tropical Isle Dinner & Show With Sightseeing Cruise

Serving the best baby back ribs.

On the Island Dinner and Show Cruise, you’ll enjoy a fully narrated sightseeing cruise down the “Venice of America,” Fort Lauderdale’s New River. You’ll learn the who, what, when, and how much along Millionaire’s Row with homes of the Rich and Famous, spectacular Mega Yachts, and sights beyond belief.

You’ll then arrive at our private tropical isle, where you’ll be treated to an All-You-Can-Eat BBQ Dinner featuring baby back ribs, hand-battered chicken tenders, and all the fixin’s.

During Dinner, there will be live entertainment and after Dinner, a laugh-out-loud Variety Show complete with live comedy, magic, music, and more!

Be sure to take a few minutes to tour our beautiful tropical isle with lush foliage, alligators, and tropical birds.

Island Dinner and Show Cruise Itinerary

  • 6:00 PM Riverboat Departure to Private Island (45-min Sightseeing Cruise through the Fort Lauderdale New River)
  • 7:00 PM Arrive at Island and Proceed to Dinner
  • 8:00 PM Variety Show (Live Music, Magician, Comedian, Polynesian Fire Dancing Finale)
  • 9:00 PM Riverboat Departure
  • 10:00 PM Arrival at Bahia Mar Yachting Center

Island Dinner and Show Cruise Schedule

The Tropical Island Dinner, Show & Sightseeing Cruise departs every Tuesday – Sunday at 6:00 PM SHARP .

Please arrive 45 minutes prior to departure to arrange parking and boarding.

About the Vessel

Jungle Queen Riverboat at sunset on New River Ft Lauderdale

Jungle Queen Riverboat holds up to 385 passengers on two levels, the upper and lower deck. A full bar is available servicing non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages and snacks; there are lavatories onboard. 

Route Map

Cruise Details

All cruises sail form the  Bahia Mar Yachting Center on A1A.

Tickets must be purchased in advance. Please click here to book now or call 954-462-5596 to book over the phone.

The cruise lasts approximately 4 hours. the length of tour may on occasion vary due to weather conditions, and / or traffic on waterways

Parking is available at the Bahia Mar Yachting Center at the same address as the Jungle Queen.

Parking will be $13.00 per vehicle and will need to pay for parking on the Jungle Queen Riverboat.

There is also public Ft Lauderdale metered parking.

Boarding starts approximately forty-five (45) minutes prior to departure.

The ship departs at 6:00 PM SHARP . Please arrive 45 minutes early.

The cruise returns to the Bahia Mar Yachting Center at approximately 10PM.

Important Notices

To ensure you get on the cruise in time, it is recommended that you arrive at least 45-minutes prior to your cruise departure time to allow for traffic, parking, purchasing tickets or exchanging your vouchers for boarding passes and boarding.

When you purchase tickets online you will be sent an email with a confirmation number & barcode. If you have the barcode and can show it on a mobile device, upon arrival you may proceed to the boat to check in. If you can not show the barcode on a mobile device, please print the email confirmation with barcode and proceed to the boat to check in upon arrival.

If you cannot print your email confirmation, please have it available on your phone or written down, and present it to the Box Office Concierge at the ticket counter on arrival to receive your boarding passes. As long as you have your confirmation number, we can look up your reservation.

DINNER CRUISE REFUND POLICY:

  • Cancelation over 24 hours: Full refund
  • Cancelation within 24 hours: Option to rebook for a future date or receive credit for a future cruise.
  • There are no refunds for cruises canceled within 24 hours
  • Should you arrive past 5:50pm and be unable to board the cruise, you will receive a credit to rebook for a future date .

CANCELLATION OF CRUISE POLICY: If a cruise is canceled by Jungle Queen, guests will have the option to receive either a full refund or a future cruise credit.

No weapons are permitted on the boat.

No food or beverages are permitted to be brought onto the boat.

Infants (under 2 years of age) must be in our passenger count. So, when you are making a reservation online, on the phone, or at our box office, please indicate if you have an infant accompanying you and how many.

Should you have any questions please call or email us.

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Jungle Queen

The Jungle Queen Riverboat has been enjoyed by many since 1935.

In addition to the famous Island Dinner & Show Cruise, the Riverboat offers a 90-minute Sightseeing Cruise.

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Local news | fort lauderdale may embrace controversial neighborhood mural.

Residents of Fort Lauderdale’s River Oaks neighborhood hold a rally March 3 in front of a mural that was painted without commission approval. “The city was going to leave this just a slab of concrete, so I took action, paying for everything myself,” said neighborhood leader Ted Inserra, left. (Joe Cavaretta/South Florida Sun Sentinel)

FORT LAUDERDALE — A neighborhood mural that sprang to life in River Oaks without the required city approvals might get to stay after all.

Normally, public murals require commission approval and vetting by the city’s Public Art and Placement Advisory Board.

Ted Inserra, president of the River Oaks Civic Association, admits to jumping the gun and ignoring that process in a rush to beautify an area left barren after mangroves were chopped down.

The trees were removed months ago as part of a major drainage project. In their place, two safety walls were erected at the corner of Southwest 20 Street and Coconut Drive to keep cars from driving into the canal below, city officials say.

In mid-February, local artist Linkie Marais painted a mural of a vivid green forest on the northern wall.

On Monday, Inserra appeared before the public art board to plead his case.

“It was just a cement wall — imagine that,” Inserra told the board. “That corner is like the heart of River Oaks. And to see what was happening to this creek was kind of heartbreaking . We wanted to do something nice.”

After hearing from Inserra, the board agreed to recommend that city commissioners grant the mural retroactive approval.

“We’re not here to take away a mural,” said Joshua Carden, Fort Lauderdale’s Cultural Affairs Officer. “We’re here to retroactively make it right.”

Inserra got this advice from Martha Gutiérrez Steinkamp, the board’s vice chair: “When you leave here, know we are on your side. We just want it to follow the process.”

Before heading out, Inserra apologized to the board.

“I have the tendency to pull the trigger sometimes,” he said.

The commission is expected to vote on the matter in the coming weeks.

Warren Sturman, the district commissioner, could not be reached for comment.

Commissioner Steve Glassman says he’s hoping the mural can be approved retroactively, but he’s just one of five people who will decide.

“While I appreciate the enthusiasm of the neighborhood, there is a process to follow,” Glassman said. “It’s not just, ‘Let’s paint a wall.’ Does it need to be primed? Was it sealed properly? Hopefully we can figure all this out.”

Inserra says he hopes to get commission approval to paint a mural on the second wall too.

Despite all the trouble, Inserra says he has no regrets.

“I’m not the first one in my family to be active in the community and get things done,” he said. “My dad would have done the same thing.”

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Fort Lauderdale is looking at raising roads to battle rising seas

by Susannah Bryan, South Florida Sun-Sentinel

Sea level rise

It's a scary thought: Sea levels rising by as much as 2 feet, swallowing up land, homes and everything else not on high ground.

It could happen as soon as 2060, experts say.

Fort Lauderdale, with its overabundance of low-lying neighborhoods both inland and along the coast, is already looking at one drastic, "last-resort" option to help keep streets high and dry: Raising roads.

Higher seawalls, bigger pipes and better pumping stations won't be enough to armor the city, Fort Lauderdale officials warn.

Fort Lauderdale is seeking input from experts with the Urban Land Institute, a nonprofit organization made up of land-use experts who also have offered guidance to other cities vulnerable to flooding, including New Orleans, Boston, New York City, Chicago and El Paso.

A panel of ULI experts recently toured Fort Lauderdale's most flood-prone neighborhoods, then held two public meetings with the community to hear from residents and share what might lie ahead.

During the first meeting, Fort Lauderdale resident Judy Mudge told panelists she's about to grow gills and fins.

"We're really impacted by the king tides," she said of her Las Olas Isles neighborhood. "It's really frustrating. The road becomes a river. The seawall does not stop the water. We really need your help."

'Living in a bathtub'

Resident John Roth chimed in.

"We are living in the bottom of a bathtub," he said. "People are running out to buy high-clearance vehicles or a boat. I have both. We're still building road diets around here (where lanes are removed to slow down traffic). That's the wrong way to go, guys. You have to (give) people (a way) to escape."

Fort Lauderdale is raising seawalls, upgrading drainage and installing tidal valves in an attempt to reduce coastal flooding , Assistant Public Works Director Nancy Gassman said. But for flood-prone areas where upgrades have not solved the problem, roadway elevation has been proposed as the next potential solution.

ULI's advisory panel plans to return to Fort Lauderdale in a few months with a list of recommendations for the city on how to choose which roads to raise and suggestions on how high to raise them. The panelists will also suggest ways to find funding.

A controversial road-raising project is already underway in Miami Beach, where some residents are complaining of roads so high that lawns flood while streets stay dry.

If a road is raised by 2 feet, nearby homes can flood unless they are elevated along with the road. And that can cost a pretty penny.

Raising a home above base elevation can cost anywhere from $30,000 to more than $100,000, according to FL Home Builder.

"Road elevation is the last resort," Commissioner Steve Glassman told the South Florida Sun Sentinel on Friday. "Miami Beach had issues, but we have to learn from that. How do we mitigate those issues? I think we can learn from those who have already done this. And you do a better job when you learn from mistakes that have been made."

If Fort Lauderdale officials move forward with a plan to elevate roads, they are likely going to get pushback from homeowners, said Kitty McGowan, a local activist who has served on Fort Lauderdale's Marine Advisory Board.

"If you put a mountain next to something that's lower, the water is going to run down," McGowan said.

To avoid a deluge, residents would have to pay an "insane" amount to have their homes elevated to the same level as the road, McGowan said.

McGowan lives in Fort Lauderdale's Edgewood neighborhood, where nearly 300 homes were damaged in a record-breaking rainstorm that hit last year on April 12—including McGowan's. Many homeowners did not have flood insurance.

"I lost everything," McGowan said. "It took nine months to get back in my house. Dozens of people in my neighborhood are still displaced. We were ground zero for that flood."

Retreating from the coast?

Another option considered by some coastal cities is what is known as managed retreat, where property owners voluntarily leave flood-prone areas.

Municipalities typically rely on planning, zoning and environmental impact assessments to subtly manage retreat, according to a report authored by Gabriella Mickel published last year in the UCLA Journal of Environmental Law Policy.

"For example, Punta Gorda limits new development in flood-prone areas and prohibits hard shoreline armoring," Mickel wrote. "Punta Gorda has also utilized another managed retreat tactic—buyouts. Punta Gorda buys out properties to help people move away from the coastline. It then uses the land to build living shorelines that buffer floods and facilitate the inland migration of coastal habitats."

Fort Lauderdale officials have made no mention of buying out private property owners—not yet, anyway.

"How do you tell people it's not really worth trying to save your street or your home?" Glassman said. "It's scary. It's a scary thought. But it might be the reality of the future. But that's part of a much larger discussion."

Last year, Fort Lauderdale commissioners gave unanimous approval to new seawall height requirements, increasing the minimum top elevation from 3.9 feet to 5 feet.

Seawalls are not cheap.

A homeowner with a 100-foot-long seawall might end up paying anywhere from $125,000 to $200,000.

The new rule, mandated by Broward County to address sea-level rise and tidal flooding, will apply to homeowners who fall into one of three categories:

  • Those who are building a new seawall.
  • Those with seawalls in significant disrepair, with damage to more than 50% of the structure.
  • Those with seawalls so low that tidal flooding breaches the seawall and sends water into neighboring yards and nearby roadways.

In March 2020, Broward County adopted new seawall standards for more than a dozen cities susceptible to high-tide flooding and gave them two years to adopt the new rules.

Several cities have already done so, including Hollywood, Dania Beach, Hallandale Beach, Davie, Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach, Wilton Manors, Oakland Park and Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.

Fort Lauderdale homeowners cited by the city will have one year to build or replace their seawall . If they miss the 365-day deadline, they can be fined $100 a day.

2024 South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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  1. Fort Lauderdale's Best Attraction

    Fort Lauderdale New River. REVIEWS. ... In addition to the famous Island Dinner & Show Cruise, the Riverboat offers a 90-minute Sightseeing Cruise. Quick Links. Our Cruises; Customer Service; Covid-19 Precautions; Frequently Asked Questions; Contact. 954-462-5596; [email protected]; 10am-5pm

  2. Fort Lauderdale Sightseeing Cruise

    Enjoy a fully narrated cruise down the New River, past Millionaire's Row, mega yachts and more. Book online or call to reserve your spot on the Jungle Queen, a historic vessel that holds up to 385 passengers.

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    Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale. 546. Audio Guides. 1-2 hours. If you have limited time in Fort Lauderdale or simply want to see more of the city from the water, take a boat cruise on…. Free cancellation.

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    In addition to the famous Island Dinner & Show Cruise, the Riverboat offers a 90-minute Sightseeing Cruise. Quick Links. Our Cruises; Customer Service; Covid-19 Precautions; Frequently Asked Questions; Contact. ... Fort Lauderdale, FL. 33316. Parking available on site. Contact Form. Name . Email . Phone . Message . Send. Facebook Instagram ...

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    582 reviews. #51 of 246 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Fort Lauderdale. Boat Tours. Open now. 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM.

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    A FORT LAUDERDALE TRADITION FOR OVER 30 YEARS! 90 Minute Venice of America Tours 11am - 1pm - 3pm. Cruising 7 days a week ... Type this GPS ADDRESS: Carrie B Cruises 440 NORTH NEW RIVER DRIVE EAST. FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33301. FROM FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH: GO WEST ON LAS OLAS BLVD (APPROX 2 MILES) ...

  7. Fort Lauderdale's Riverfront Cruise 'Venice of America' Tour 2024

    Meeting point. 2670 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, USA. Open in Google Maps. Situated at the Hilton Doubletree Gallery Hotel, the boat docks behind the hotel. Enjoy valet parking at the front or free parking just a 3-minute walk away on the east side of the Galleria Mall. Arrival 30 minutes prior is a must, with convenient access to ...

  8. 8 Best River Cruises In Fort Lauderdale, Florida

    If you are looking to explore, scroll down for the best river cruises in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. 1. Catch the sunset with a glass of champagne (from USD 89.0) Show all photos. Indulging in the enchanting experience of catching the sunset with a glass of champagne in Fort Lauderdale is a truly memorable and romantic way to unwind.

  9. TOP 10 BEST River Cruise in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

    Top 10 Best River Cruise in Fort Lauderdale, FL - March 2024 - Yelp - Intimate Waterway Tours, Jungle Queen Riverboat, Riverfront Gondola Tours, Las Olas Gondola, Captain Jack Boat Tours, Carrie B Harbor Tours, Spirit of Lauderdale, Riverfront Cruises, Coastal Yacht Tours, Fort Lauderdale Party Boat

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    Riverfront Cruises. 2670 E Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderdale FL. 33304. 954-463-3440 [email protected] The boat dock is located behind GALLERYone DoubleTree Suites by Hilton, 2670 East Sunrise Blvd To access the boat, please walk through the hotel lobby to reach the dock located at the rear of the hotel. Questions?

  11. Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort

    Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel. 801 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA. After parking, please meet at Pier Dock D located within the main entry of Bahia Mar Hotel on the southwest side of the marina.

  12. Top Fort Lauderdale Cruises & Sailing

    Carrie B Venice of America Fort Lauderdale Sightseeing Tours. 1,265. Harken back to yesteryear on a fun Fort Lauderdale sightseeing cruise aboard the Carrie B paddlewheeler. Sail past the "yachts and homes of the rich and famous" along the New River and Intracoastal Waterway in Port Everglades.

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    Book Your Cruise Today. 1 1/2 and 3 hour electric boat tours through the scenic Fort Lauderdale waterways run daily 9am - 9pm. Book your private scenic boat tour now. Cruise Fort Lauderdale's intracoastal waterways in a Luxury Private Boat Tour. Our daily tours include scenic daylight tours, sunset cruises, evening cruises and special holiday ...

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    Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Florida Everglades Airboat Adventure and Wildlife Encounter. 1,389. from $28.84. Special Offer. Fort Lauderdale, Florida. 2 Hour Intimate Cruise for 2ppl w/ Catering - Pompano Beach. from $216.00. $270.00 $54.00 savings.

  15. Riverfront Gondola Tours

    — Tour Price — $239 for the entire boat (after 8pm, $259) — Tour Length — 1 hour 30 minutes — Passenger Limit — 6 Passenger Maximum

  16. Fort Lauderdale Riverboat Cruise

    Sit back, relax, and enjoy an unforgettable morning or afternoon cruising down Fort Lauderdale's scenic New River! 90-minute sightseeing cruise. Ride aboard a charming, open-air riverboat. Narration by a knowledgeable guide. Float down the "Venice of America". See Millionaire's Row, mega yachts, mansions, and more!

  17. Jungle Queen Fort Lauderdale Florida Riverboat Cruise

    6:00 PM - Riverboat Departure to Private Island (45-min Sightseeing Cruise through the Fort Lauderdale New River) 7:00 PM - Arrive at Island and Proceed to Dinner. 8:00 PM - Variety Show (Live Music, Magician, Comedian, Polynesian Fire Dancing Finale) 9:00 PM - Riverboat Departure. 10:00 PM - Arrival at Bahia Mar Yachting Center.

  18. Jungle Queen Riverboats Cruise & Island in Fort Lauderdale, FL

    Please contact Jungle Queen Riverboats directly for current hours and pricing. Check out our See & Do Page for other fun things to do in Florida and our Deals Page for offers and coupons for Florida attractions, restaurants, shops and more. Phone: (954) 462-5596. Address: 801 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316. Website: www.junglequeen.com.

  19. Dinner Cruise option

    The restaurant will serve your food on board our boat and you dine while you cruise. Being located next to the award winning restaurant allows us to offer you this truly unique and delicious experience. Book Your Tour Now. How to: Dinner Cruise. Imagine cruising through the beautiful canals of Fort Lauderdale on your own gondola while dining on ...

  20. Ft Lauderdale: Dinner & Show Riverboat Cruise

    Enjoy a magical evening cruising to a private tropical island where you will be treated to a delicious dinner and a variety show during this riverboat cruise in Fort Lauderdale! Cruise with a top-rated tour provider, with over 80 years of experience. Enjoy a fully narrated trip down the New River known as the "Venice of America".

  21. Cruises, Family Cruises & Disney Vacations

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  22. Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort

    Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel. 801 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA. After parking, please meet at Pier Dock D located within the main entry of Bahia Mar Hotel on the southwest side of the marina.

  23. Tropical Island Dinner & Show

    Island Dinner and Show Cruise Itinerary. 6:00 PM. Riverboat Departure to Private Island (45-min Sightseeing Cruise through the Fort Lauderdale New River) 7:00 PM. Arrive at Island and Proceed to Dinner. 8:00 PM. Variety Show (Live Music, Magician, Comedian, Polynesian Fire Dancing Finale) 9:00 PM. Riverboat Departure.

  24. Fort Lauderdale may embrace controversial mural

    FORT LAUDERDALE — A neighborhood mural that sprang to life in River Oaks without the required city approvals might get to stay after all. Normally, public murals require commission approval and ...

  25. Fort Lauderdale is looking at raising roads to battle rising seas

    The road becomes a river. The seawall does not stop the water. We really need your help." ... More than 100 people got sick on a world cruise that just left Fort Lauderdale, CDC says. Feb 5, 2024.