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

“We had a fantastic day on the water taxi! It’s a great way to enjoy a day on the water for a reasonable price. We learned a little about the area, had a couple of beverages, and enjoyed the beautiful weather and scenery. If you…”

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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

“Relaxing and a nice way to see the canals The captain was very friendly and informative , had a lot of knowledge of 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

“You will get wet, lots of fun, the crew is great. You will get wet, lots of fun, the crew is great. You will get wet, lots of fun, the crew is great.”

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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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6.Evening Boat Cruise through Downtown Ft. Lauderdale

Experience Fort Lauderdale’s skyline, luxury yachts, and vibrant nightlife on a two-hour evening boat cruise—bring your own drinks for added fun.

★ 4.5

“The crew made the trip a lot of fun. They had thought swimming was on the agenda but learned that was not the case. They immediately adjusted and made an itinerary that all had a blast. Great job CAPT Mike and Randy.”

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7.Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Ft. Lauderdale

Experience breathtaking sunsets on a relaxing Fort Lauderdale catamaran cruise with champagne, mansions, and ocean views—perfect for a memorable evening.

★ 5.0

“Great relaxing sailboat ride with beautiful views. However, some of the Viator information was incorrect so call the company to confirm times and address.”

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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

“Perfectly curated tour with wildl lime tours . Isaiah was a brilliant tour guide and the boat trips were amazing so many amazing memories I loved the thousand island boat tour we seen so much wildlife today thank you”

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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

“Amazing experience everyone was very friendly. We had a great day. Everyone was very helpful and we learned a lot about Fort Lauderdale.”

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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.

“The boat company was responsive to our questions prior to the trip and so was Viator. The ride was scenic with beautiful houses/mansions along the canal and we went as far as the ocean for a little while. Captain Chopitea was nice and accommodating. The…”

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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

“The captain of the boat was very knowledgeable and skilled for his young age. He also had a funny sense of humor lol”

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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

“The Sea Rocket cruise was an amazing experience with beautiful views and a fun, energetic atmosphere. The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the ride both relaxing and exciting. The boat was comfortable, and the scenery along the waterway was perfect for photos. Overall, it…”

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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

“Had our second business trip and used this tour, they are wonderful. Nice staff, excellent boat and great scenery. We have been on two of these tours and both were amazing. Thanks so much for making the trip so memorable. Would highly recommend this tour…”

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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