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1 hour 30 minutes
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Hop aboard a sleek boat and cruise through Fort Lauderdale’s beautiful marinas and riverfront on this 1.5-hour fully narrated boat ride. See the “Venice of America” from a whole new perspective as you glide across its clear blue waters. Along the way, marvel at sprawling mega-mansions and jaw-dropping yachts, picking out your favorites as you go.
Relax and enjoy the views with complimentary chilled beer, wine, soft drinks, and bottled water as you soak in the tropical atmosphere. This is the perfect way to experience Fort Lauderdale’s charm from the water.
Please note: Our vessels may vary due to maintenance or repairs, but the tour experience remains the same.
All complimentary drinks are subject to change depending on availability and market price.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Seating is first come, first serve
Cruise operates rain or shine
Restrooms are available on board
Wheelchairs of lower weight and strollers may be accommodated. Must be able to walk on to the vessel.
**We retain the right to modify the cruise vessel originally designated for the journey.
** Please only use Google Maps to find our departure point.
** We only use email for last-minute communication or modifications, please check for updates especially for rain and weather related information.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Live commentary
Complimentary Beer Wine Water Soda and Juices
Bottled water
90-minute sightseeing cruise
Rescheduling available if you miss the boat!
De Cona Ice Cream (1 per person during Summer)
Metered Parking
Parking Garage (.3 miles away)
Zero parking near boat!
No air conditioning, open air deck.
Food is not provided.
Refunds for missing the boat.
Fort Lauderdale
Enjoy light snacks and drinks on The Venice of America Tour as you enjoy your cruise along Florida's beautiful Gold Coast. 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 Millionaire's Row, the New River, the Intracoastal Waterway and Port Everglades. There's nothing like it! Venice Sightseeing in Florida has never been so fun!
421 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Shan Z,
Oct 29, 2025
- Viator
It was an TERRIBLE experience. It started pouring on my way to the meetup point and the rain was so bad that I had to walk back to the hotel. I called them as soon as I got back to the hotel and asked for a reschedule. Their reaction was “why didn’t you call earlier” - HOW AM I SUPPOSED TO CALL THEM IN THE POURING RAIN ?! This is a very unpleasant experience for me. They counted me as a no show even when I called them as soon as I got back to the hotel and 1minute before the trip start time. If you want to book this tour, just note the people have very bad attitude and they don’t try to be considerate when it’s bad weather.
Tom D,
Oct 29, 2025
- Viator
Entertaining boat ride with beautiful homes, large expensive yachts, and some local history from the guides.
Donald O,
Oct 27, 2025
- Viator
Funny and informed crew that hands out free beer.. I really liked how they knew obscure details of the homes.
Claudia U,
Oct 26, 2025
- Viator
Benches are hard but doable for 90 minutes! When windy, sound quality of narrator suffers. Very fun seeing the very expensive houses and yachts!
Brittany B,
Oct 26, 2025
- Viator
It was ok the boat does not look like the picture as showen it was a ok experience would not do it agin
Operated by Riverfront Cruises