City in Florida, United States
Fort Lauderdale for solo travelers
Is Fort Lauderdale good for solo travel?
Beach city of canals, yachts and warm winters, with a big cruise port and a large gay scene. Good value-for-sun base for South Florida; car-dependent, hot and humid in summer.
Solo travel at a glance
| Solo travel | 4/5 · Very good for solo travel |
|---|---|
| Locals | Friendly |
| English | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Safety | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Solo women | Generally fine in the main areas. Use rideshare late at night, watch drinks at bars and avoid empty beaches after dark. |
How to meet people in Fort Lauderdale
Beach volleyball and run clubs, LGBTQ+ nights in Wilton Manors, boat tours, hostels near the beach and Meetups for expats.
Good things to do alone
- Take the Water Taxi along the canals
- Walk Las Olas Boulevard at dusk
- Snorkel or dive the artificial reefs
- Visit the Bonnet House Museum
- Day trip to Everglades airboat tours
Where to stay in Fort Lauderdale
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Las Olas and Downtown | Dining, canals and walkable access to transit |
| Fort Lauderdale Beach | Beach stays, hotels and Las Olas Boulevard nightlife |
| Wilton Manors | LGBTQ+ friendly bars and restaurants, quieter streets |
| Victoria Park | Residential, tree-lined and close to Las Olas |
Solo travel across United States
| Place | Solo | English |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | 5/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Nashville | 5/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Austin | 5/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Las Vegas | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Los Angeles | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Miami | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| San Francisco | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Honolulu | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Washington, D.C. | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Chicago | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Boston | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| New Orleans | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| San Diego | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Seattle | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Miami Beach | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Key West | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Denver | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Philadelphia | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Portland | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Atlanta | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Charleston | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Savannah | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Fort Lauderdale | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Kauai | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Big Island | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Sedona | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Orlando | 3/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Maui | 3/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| San Antonio | 3/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Scottsdale | 3/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
Quick answers
Is Fort Lauderdale good for solo travelers?
Very good for solo travel (4/5). Beach city of canals, yachts and warm winters, with a big cruise port and a large gay scene.
How do you meet people in Fort Lauderdale?
Beach volleyball and run clubs, LGBTQ+ nights in Wilton Manors, boat tours, hostels near the beach and Meetups for expats. On SoloSquare you can also join small plans with other travelers who are there now.
Do people speak English in Fort Lauderdale?
Spoken almost everywhere.
Is Fort Lauderdale safe for solo female travelers?
Generally fine in the main areas. Use rideshare late at night, watch drinks at bars and avoid empty beaches after dark.
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