What to do in Hollywood, FL

Activities, attractions and tours

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Places to Visit in Hollywood

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Top places to visit

1. Hollywood Beach

Adorned with a range of cafés, restaurants and deluxe resorts, Hollywood Beach is the principal strand in the heart of the Florida town of Hollywood. It runs alongside the busy Hollywood Broadwalk and offers all types of entertaining activities. Cycle along the promenade, taking in the sights of the sandy stretch and the Atlantic Ocean beyond it.
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Ice cream parlors, a music stage and a water playground are among the highlights of the lively boulevard backing onto this picturesque beach.

2. Hollywood North Beach Park

Hollywood North Beach Park is a leafy treasure at the North End of Broadwalk. It includes a grassy area woven with meandering walking paths at the back of a long and narrow stretch of sand. Admire the vistas of the blue-green hues making up the ocean water along the park’s eastern side.
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Picnic areas with grills and a café fill this palm-lined park on the Atlantic Ocean, where sea turtles stop to nest.

3. The ArtsPark at Young Circle

Hollywood ArtsPark at Young Circle Park sits on a spacious roundabout in Downtown Hollywood, Florida. This has always been a favorite meeting place, but it became more than just an urban park with a playground when it was transformed into a visual and performance arts space in 2007. Visit this inspiring multi-purpose park to see fun and fascinating live performances and movies or partake in festivals or workshops.
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This green and creative outdoor space in Downtown Hollywood features a playground, a fountain, an arts pavilion, amphitheater and public artworks.

4. Hollywood Beach Theatre

Five nights a week, the open-air stage of Hollywood Beach Theatre offers music and entertainment. This fun and casual beachside theater’s program is organized by the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort. Watch all types of bands playing for fans in their flip-flops in the evening.
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The only coastal venue of its kind in Broward County brings casual beachgoers and locals together to enjoy music concerts under the stars.

5. Anne Kolb Nature Center

Cycle, walk, jog, paddle or fish in one of Hollywood’s largest regional parks, the Anne Kolb Nature Center. Measuring 1,501 acres (607 hectares), the nature center complex provides a great network of boardwalk mangrove paths and boating trails through the wetlands. It’s part of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail.
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Take a walk on the wild side of Hollywood in South Florida in this huge regional park with a mangrove wetland that hosts endangered plant and bird species.

Recommended things to do in Hollywood

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What to do in Hollywood

Discover the most popular places to visit in Hollywood

Port Everglades

Port Everglades

4/5(24 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Port Everglades in Dania Beach, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Port Everglades
Hollywood Beach

Hollywood Beach

4/5(24 reviews)

Ice cream parlors, a music stage and a water playground are among the highlights of the lively boulevard backing onto this picturesque beach.

Hollywood Beach
Fort Lauderdale Beach featuring a sandy beach and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a large group of people

Fort Lauderdale Beach

4/5(13 reviews)

With seven miles of flawless beach, a team of dedicated lifeguards and luxury retailers and restaurants, this is the perfect Florida vacation destination.

Fort Lauderdale Beach
Las Olas Boulevard

Las Olas Boulevard

4/5(8 reviews)

Fine dining, high-end shopping, art, culture and more – just minutes from Fort Lauderdale Beach.

Las Olas Boulevard
Sawgrass Mills

Sawgrass Mills

4/5(6 reviews)

One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.

Sawgrass Mills
Las Olas Beach

Las Olas Beach

5/5(1 review)

A lively boulevard dotted with ritzy yachts and mansions runs alongside this glorious bay, known for its clear water and fun evening vibe.

Las Olas Beach
Pompano Beach

Pompano Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pompano Beach during your trip to Pompano Beach? Stroll along the seaside or experience the entertainment choices in this relaxing area.

Pompano Beach
Bahia Mar Marina

Bahia Mar Marina

Explore the waterfront in Fort Lauderdale with a trip to Bahia Mar Marina. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Bahia Mar Marina
Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino

Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino

Place a bet on a thoroughbred horse, celebrate with a cocktail and move to the casino to continue your winning streak at Florida’s premier racetrack.

Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino

Explore areas of Hollywood

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West Hollywood

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Hollywood and surrounding area, you can visit Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum and Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood.

West Hollywood
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Beverly Park

While Beverly Park isn't home to many top sights, Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum and Hard Rock Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Beverly Park
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Boulevard Heights

Though Boulevard Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum and Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood.

Boulevard Heights
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Washington Park

When in Washington Park, you can plan a visit to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum and Orangebrook Golf and Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Day trip destinations from Hollywood

Deerfield Beach featuring swimming, tropical scenes and landscape views

Fort Lauderdale

Flamingo Gardens featuring a park

Davie

Dania Beach

Dania Beach

Pembroke Pines

Pembroke Pines

Miami

Miami

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Miami Gardens

Frequently asked questions

Is Hollywood worth visiting?
Providing a blend of bars and pubs and nature, there are many things to do in Hollywood. When you're here, head to Las Olas Beach, a leading attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Hollywood?
When you've checked off leading attractions like Las Olas Beach and Sunny Isles Beach Beach, spend some time discovering Hollywood's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Hollywood?
The top tourist attraction in Hollywood is Las Olas Beach, so be sure to put it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Hollywood?
Three days will be enough time to tick off popular city attractions, like Sunny Isles Beach Beach, Hallandale Beach and The Casino at Dania Beach. The average stay in Hollywood is three days. If you have the urge to extend your adventure, Miami isn't far away.
Is Hollywood a walkable city?
With exciting neighbourhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city centre, Hollywood is a good place to experience on foot. Enjoy wandering between Sunny Isles Beach Beach and Hallandale Beach. Then take a stroll around Hollywood Beach, located 3 kilometres from the centre, and Hollywood South Central Beach, which is about 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Hollywood with kids?
Whether you're travelling with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, a fun-filled itinerary makes all the difference. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Hollywood with kids.

What to do in Hollywood for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Hollywood, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood or Riverwalk.
Are there free things to do in Hollywood?
One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Hollywood is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can enjoy without reaching into your pocket. Sunny Isles Beach Beach is one place that doesn't have an admission fee.