Fort Lauderdale

15 Best Fort Lauderdale Canal Cruises

The canal cruises: narrated riverboats, mansion-row runs and the water taxi, which doubles as the cheapest tour in town. Three hundred miles of canals earn the Venice of America line.

1.Water Taxi All Day hop-on hop-off Venice of America Boat Tour

Explore Fort Lauderdale's waterways with this all-day hop-on hop-off water taxi. Discover landmarks, vibrant neighborhoods, and waterfront dining at your pace for just $38.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Sit back and relax along the intercostal waterway. So much easier than finding parking and paying parking fees. Captain and crew of all taxis were friendly and full of good information about locals. With a good sense of humor. Very user friendly with clear maps…”

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2.VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!

Experience Fort Lauderdale’s glamour and history on a 1.5-hour narrated boat cruise aboard the Carrie B, passing yachts, mansions, and lively waterway scenes.

★ 4.5

“Nice way to get up close to mansions and huge yachts. Ship was pleasant and offered both inside and outside seating.”

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

Experience Fort Lauderdale’s waterways on a lively 90-minute narrated river cruise, with stunning mansions, yachts, and entertaining guides for just $31.

★ 4.5

“Booking is very easy and uncomplicated.The trip is wonderful and full of interesting facts about the area”

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4.1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early)

Enjoy a lively 1-hour pirate adventure cruise in Fort Lauderdale with interactive activities, scenic views, and fun for the whole family, all at an affordable price.

★ 5.0

“We traveled with captain Black Sparrow and Sandy Bones they were great! This was a fun activity to break up our day since we flew in early for a cruise. Not too long or exhaustive so it was wonderful for little’s”

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5.All You Can Eat BBQ Dinner and Show at Tropical Isle with Sightseeing Cruise

Enjoy a scenic Fort Lauderdale river cruise, all-you-can-eat BBQ, and lively stage show—perfect for a fun, relaxed evening with great views and entertainment.

★ 4.0

“Depends where you park, parking is $25-$55. The meal was very tasty! Even the chicken tenders!! Bar drinks($16), Mac&cheese, cornbread, coleslaw, baked beans & ribs all excellent! Dessert is extra$. Singers on stage very very talented... Boat trip informative...luau & fire show fun. All-in-all well…”

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8.Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat

Discover the wildlife and landscapes of the Everglades with a full-day guided tour including boat rides, hiking, airboat adventure, and cultural visits.

★ 5.0

“We booked this trip as a way to see the diverse offering of the national park in one day, and it did not disappoint! Our guide, Stacey, was friendly, knowledgeable and organized. It was unseasonably cold, and the guides came prepared with blankets and other…”

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9.Venice of America Tour | Millionaire’s Row | Complimentary Drinks

Explore Fort Lauderdale's stunning waterfront on this 90-minute narrated cruise featuring Millionaire's Row, luxury mansions, yachts, and complimentary drinks.

★ 4.0

“Great excursion, our boat crew was exceptional. Would definitely do this trip again. If your looking for a great time book today.”

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10.Island Time Boat Cruise in Fort Lauderdale

Experience Fort Lauderdale's waterways on a lively party boat, with yacht views, swimming stops, and fun water toys—perfect for a relaxed, social day.

★ 5.0

“Good tour of millionaires homes near the water channel bay. Nice experience in the evening with the group with Captain and his mate. Good knowledge of the city and the homes.”

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12.2 to 6 hours Private Yacht Cruise around Fort Lauderdale

Experience the best of Fort Lauderdale on a private yacht, cruising scenic waterways and enjoying customizable options for 2 to 6 hours with expert guides.

“We celebrated my fiancé birthday with friends and family and we had a blast. Our captain was Simon and he was very knowledgeable professional friendly and helpful. We did some sightseeing before heading to a hidden sand bar that was a nice treat to cool…”

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13.Sea Rocket Speedboat & Intracoastal Cruise in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Experience Fort Lauderdale's coast and mansions on the high-speed Sea Rocket boat, enjoy stunning views, entertaining guides, and swift, fun rides for all.

★ 4.5

“This ride was not only a feeling of being on a roller coaster but was so enjoyable in other ways. Our captain was informative and HILARIOUS! His side captain was accommodating and well aware of his passengers safety. I will always recommend this ride to…”

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14.Sea Rocket Sunset & Intracoastal Cruise in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Experience stunning sunset views and celebrity-style homes on Fort Lauderdale’s Sea Rocket Sunset Cruise. A fun, informative ride perfect for all.

★ 4.5

“This was not a tour focused on seeing holiday lights or sunset. It was focused on the expensive homes of celebrities and wealthy homeowners. It was too light for most of the tour to really see holiday lights.”

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15.Private Yacht Cruise through Fort Lauderdale

Experience Fort Lauderdale in style with a private luxury yacht cruise, offering stunning waterway views, personalized service, and memorable moments.

★ 5.0

“UNIQUE EXPERIENCE! This is our 2nd year hosting my birthday party on this yacht, and it was just as amazing as our first time! Our guests enjoyed the food, music, and gorgeous views along the inter-coastal. Tina, Matt and Captain Frank provided an overall experience…”

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More Fort Lauderdale Canal Cruises

4.5Private Transfer To or From Fort Lauderdale Airport & CruisePort15 to 55 minutes (approx.)$161.25 3.5Bimini Day Cruise from Fort Lauderdale with Round-Trip Miami Transfer11 hours (approx.)$289.00 4.2Fort Lauderdale: Water Taxi All-Day Pass1 day$38 4.4Fort Lauderdale: Evening Boat Cruise with Downtown Views2 hours$55 4.5Dania Beach: 1-Hour Family Pirate Adventure Cruise1 hour$32 5.0Private Cruise Or Sandbar Trip in Fort Lauderdale/Day or Night2 to 8 hours (approx.)$250.00 5.0Private Romantic Sunset Boat Cruise in Fort Lauderdale!1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$430.00 5.0Private Double Deck Pontoon Party Cruise in Fort Lauderdale4 hours (approx.)$750.00 4.8Fort Lauderdale: Private Yacht Cruise$323 4.0One-Way Transfer from the Airport to the Cruise Port1 to 5 hours (approx.)$150.00 4.0Private Moon-Watch Boat Cruise in Fort Lauderdale1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$450.00 4.6Miami From Fort Lauderdale Premium Driving Tour with Cruise6 hours$227 5.0Miami Small Group Tour from Fort Lauderdale w/Millionaire’s Row7 hours (approx.)$239.00 4.3Fort Lauderdale: Sunset Cruise Aboard the Sea Rocket1.3 hours$32 3.9Sea Rocket Speedboat & Intracoastal Cruise in Ft Lauderdale1.3 hours$32 5.0Family Friendly Boat Cruise and Swim2 hours (approx.)$55.00 3.6Fort Lauderdale: Venice of America Boat Tour with Drinks1.3 hours$52 5.0Hotel Transfer To Ft Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port Everglades15 to 55 minutes (approx.)$143.50 4.5World Famous “Venice Of America” Lesson and Tour Fort Lauderdale1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)$149.00 4.5Best of Fort Lauderdale Small Group Tour with Intercoastal Cruise4 hours (approx.)$179.10 4.0Half-Day Private Cruise in Fort Lauderdale4 hours (approx.)$680.00 4.5Venice of America at Night Tour2 hours (approx.)$59.99 4.0Early Bird Sea Rocket Speed Boat Cruise1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)$27.99 2.6Fort Lauderdale: Small Group Tour w/Intercoastal Boat Cruise4 hours$184