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Bonnet House Museum & Gardens

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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Bonnet House Museum & Gardens

This sprawling 1921 estate offers a fascinating trip through time to the Florida of years gone by. This waterfront home, once inhabited by world-renowned artist Frederic Clay Bartlett and his wife, Evelyn, is accessible now as part of a guided tour. The formal tropical gardens and unique design are worth the few hours of lazy afternoon exploration.

Useful Information

  • Address: 900 North Birch Road, Fort Lauderdale
  • Phone: +1 954 563 5393
  • More Info: www.bonnethouse.org
  • Address: Tue–Fri 11am–3pm, Sat & Sun 11am–4pm
  • More Info: 7e943973aadb8f4fb9c2de3a17500c749a82c9c1

Do & See

There are many options for the adventure-seeker as well as the relaxed traveller. With museums, historical mansions, architecture, and even alligator-spotting swamp rides, all types of visitors will be entertained in Fort Lauderdale.

International Swimming Hall of Fame Copyright: Bimini4u/CC BY-SA 3.0/Wikimedia
International Swimming Hall of Fame
This aquatic center is a site for many international competitions. It has a 50-meter pool and contains photos and medals from historically important swimming events worldwide. Moreover, you can catch some vintage swimming movies there. A must-see for all swimming, synchronized swimming, diving, and water polo …
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NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale Copyright: Africa Studio/Shutterstock.com
NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
This modern art museum has many permanent collections including works by American artist William Glackens, artists of the northern European CoBrA movement, and contemporary works from more than 90 Cuban artists in exile around the world. Make time for the Picasso ceramics and the Indigo …
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Billie Swamp Safari Copyright: Dirk M. de Boer/Shutterstock.com
Billie Swamp Safari
Daily tours on swamp buggies take visitors through wetlands, hardwood hammocks, and wildlife areas all on the Seminole Indians’ 2,200-acre Big Cypress Reservation. The kids will love the alligator farm and, if you're feeling very adventurous, you can stay the night in a native Tiki …
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Stranahan House Copyright: Kolossos/CC BY-SA 3.0/Wikimedia Commons
Stranahan House
Built in 1901 by Frank Stranahan–Fort Lauderdale's founding father–as a trading post and converted into a residence for the Stranahans in 1906, this is Ft. Lauderdale’s oldest standing structure and a perfect example of “Florida Frontier” architecture. In its many incarnations, this building has been a post office, general store, town hall, and, today, …
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Museum of Discovery & Science Copyright: Ebyabe/Wikimedia Commons
Museum of Discovery & Science
Enjoy the 52-foot-tall Great Gravity Clock, the largest kinetic energy sculpture in the state. In Florida Ecoscapes, there is a living coral reef, bats, alligators, and more. This fun and interactive museum will please adults and children …
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Swap Shop & Thunderbird Drive-In Theater Copyright: Robert Linder/Unsplash
Swap Shop & Thunderbird Drive-In Theater
The Swap Shop has become one of the most popular attractions in the area and offers indoor as well as outdoor entertainment across over 80 acres. You can get a retro experience in one of the world’s largest drive-in cinemas and refresh yourself with farmers' products in the big food court. Moreover, in between …
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Butterfly World Copyright: SFAJane/CC BY 2.0/Flickr
Butterfly World
Opened in 1988, Butterfly World is the largest butterfly park in the world and the first park of its kind in the Western Hemisphere. It is home to around 20,000 exotics butterflies and birds, and it is a great place to take your kids and spend a peaceful day surrounded by nature and these …
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Las Olas Beach & Boulevard Copyright: ddmirt/Shutterstock.com
Las Olas Beach & Boulevard
Take off your shoes and walk right on the warm sand of Las Olas Beach! Should you ever get tired of relaxing in the sun or swimming in the azure blue sea you can always grab a bite at the various restaurants along the beach or check out the luxury boutiques …
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Fort Lauderdale Historical Society Copyright: Elvert Barnes/CC BY-SA 2.0/Flickr
Fort Lauderdale Historical Society
The Fort Lauderdale Historical Society aims to bring you closer to the city’s legends of the past. Follow the trails of national and economic development or simply get a glimpse of Broward County’s oldest hotel and estates in the historic …
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Fire & Safety Museum Copyright: Wankach/Public domain/Wikimedia
Fire & Safety Museum
You’ve always wanted to catch a glimpse of the heroic deeds of firefighters? Fort Lauderdale invites you to visit a small museum that provides a fascinating insight into the routine of some of today's heroes. The historic building, dating back to 1927, used to be a fire station and showcases old and new fire …
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EZride Surf School Copyright: Miguel Navaza/CC BY 2.0/Flickr
EZride Surf School
While Fort Lauderdale's waters aren't especially known for high waves, it's a perfect spot for surfing beginners. EZride Surf School equips you with everything you have to know about boards, techniques, and water safety, and provides lessons by professional surfers on a daily …
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Broward Center for the Performing Arts Copyright: Xuan Nguyen/Unsplash.com
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
As a leading cultural and arts venue, the Boward Center of Performing Arts hosts over 700 shows and events per year and has its own education program for art students in the U.S. Located in the Riverwalk Entertainment District, it is a venue of talent, music, and theater that provides an ideal opportunity for …
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Sea Experience Copyright: matthew lee/CC BY 2.0/Flickr
Sea Experience
Whether you’re into scuba diving or snorkeling, the warm water conditions of Florida make it an ideal location for a glimpse under the water's surface. At Sea Experience, you can join a glass-bottom snorkeling trip or take scuba diving courses to get closer to the world of sea …
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Flamingo Gardens Copyright: CHUTTERSNAP/Unsplash
Flamingo Gardens
Founded in 1927, the Botanical Garden in Davie is home to more than 3000 exotic animals and some of the tallest and oldest trees in Florida. The associated Wildlife Sanctuary is a refuge for rehabilitated animals such as alligators, panthers, otters, peacocks, and flamingos. Join a narrated tram tour through the jungle and wetlands …
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Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Copyright: ka2rina/CC BY 2.0/Flickr
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Not far from busy Fort Lauderdale lies the town of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. You can leave behind the rush of the Hollywood area, stroll along Anglins Fishing Pier and soak up the sun on its peaceful sandy beaches. Enjoy the small-town vibe as a day trip or check in to one of the many quiet hotels …
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Jungle Queen Cruises Copyright: Vince Alongi/Flickr
Jungle Queen Cruises
While there are many guided tours on the Fort Lauderdale Intracoastal Waterways, the Jungle Queen Cruises are probably the most famous ones. Old-fashioned sternwheeler ships travel the rivers and offer tours between 90 minutes and three hours. Not only gorgeous views but also dinners and shows on the riverboats will make this cruise a …
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Hugh Taylor Birch State Park Copyright: Doug Waldron/CC BY-SA 2.0/Flickr
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
Not far from the coast lies the Hugh Taylor Birch State Park with its colorful flora and fauna. Tortoises, squirrels, and various birds can be found among its wildlife. As a visitor, you can explore the park by canoeing in the lagoon, cycling on paved roads, picnicking, or simply hiking among its trees and …
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Bonnet House Museum & Gardens Copyright: Leonard J. DeFrancisci/Wikimedia Commons
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
This sprawling 1921 estate offers a fascinating trip through time to the Florida of years gone by. This waterfront home, once inhabited by world-renowned artist Frederic Clay Bartlett and his wife, Evelyn, is accessible now as part of a guided tour. The formal tropical gardens and unique design are worth the few hours of …
Read more

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