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Fort Lauderdale Travel Guide

Fort Lauderdale, known as the "Venice of America", it is a popular tourist destination, with over 10 million visitors each year. The city is a major yachting center, well known for its fantastic beaches.

About Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale covers an area of 36 sq. miles (93.3 square Km) and is estimated to have a population of 200.000 people being the county seat of Broward County, and a principal city of the South Florida metropolitan area.

Seminole Okalee Indian Village and Museum

m3.jpgHours: Tuesday-Saturday, 9-6, Sun 10-6 (as of Sept 2005). Admission: $16.00 adults/$10 kids. A quaint museum, operated by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, the Okalee Museum is a public mission to show and teach non-natives the history, works, lifeways and culture of the Florida Seminoles by means of their living village and museum. Demonstrating the elusive world of the “Unconquered Warriors”, visitors can connect with the legendary culture of the Seminole Indians, explore exotic landscapes and a collection of native and exotic animals, view alligator wrestling shows, see beautiful Indian tapestries and traditional dress, Seminole folklore, exhibits or rare artifacts, Seminole works from both Seminoles and non-native artists, shop for authentic crafts, and see demonstrations from an authentic Seminole village. Its a wonderful place to visit and fun for adults and kids alike. 3 stars out of 5.

  • Phone: phone: 954.797.5551
  • Directions: Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 5716 Seminole Way, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314. Directions: Coming from Naples or Ft. Lauderdale, follow I-95, Exit on Stirling road west to State Road 7 (441) on the NW corner of Stirling and 441.
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