Las Olas Boulevard Tours and Activities

Las Olas Boulevard is a long and lovely stretch from Fort Lauderdale Beach to the central business district of Andrews Avenue where exclusive boutiques and chic restaurants sit comfortably alongside trendy art galleries and museums.Pretty cafés, designer stores, artisan food shops, über-cool eateries and trendy bars are the main attractions along this 4-kilometre landscaped thoroughfare. Oozing extravagance, this breezy boulevard is a popular attraction for locals and visitors and is a must-do for anyone visiting Fort Lauderdale.As well as the usual high-end stores expected from a boulevard like this, Las Olas also offers an eclectic mix of speciality shops that are worthy of your attention. Stocking everything from exotic spices to hand-painted needle-point canvases, these quirky shops have some really unique items that make great personal souvenirs. In spring and autumn, the boulevard transforms into an outdoor gallery displaying works from local artists. Browse at your leisure – you never know what gem might catch your eye! If the heat is getting too much, take your pick from any of the excellent cafés with outdoor seating, settle yourself under a shady awning and watch the affluent world go by. Once you've gathered your energies, pop into the nearby Museum of Art where you can admire over 6,000 works of art.As evening falls, make the short stroll over to the Riverwalk and enjoy the fountain display in the Huizenga Plaza. Las Olas has a vibrant night scene with plenty of cosmopolitan beach bars to draw the punters. Pick your way through the throng to the legendry Elbo Room Bar for great-value drinks, live music and a terrific ocean view. Alternatively, kick back with a martini at the 1930s Riverside Hotel. This historic building whispers authentic Florida charm and is a great option if you want to escape the raucous crowds.