Whether you’re looking for something new to do with the kids or planning an amazing local birthday party, you need these Kid-Friendly Activities in Fort Lauderdale to spark your creativity and your child’s interest! Whether you want to indulge the kids or tire them out, these places are sure to make everyone happy. Funderdome is so much more than an indoor playground, the Museum of Discovery and Science is a fun and educational way to spend an afternoon, and Rainforest Cafe is a great place to take the whole family while enjoying a meal and the animals of the tropics.
Known primarily as an indoor playground, Funderdome has activities for kids ages 4 to 16. With 8,600 feet of air conditioned play space, this shoe-free zone features: a safe-play toddler area separate from the big kids, a rock-climbing wall, a balance-testing elevated rope walk, basketball, soccer, slides, an interactive game floor, and air cannons. Whether your child is competitive or cooperative, there is a game to be played and an area to be explored at Funderdome. Additionally, there are classes available such as: yoga, foreign languages, and baby-and-parent, which make this one of the best Kid-Friendly Activities in Fort Lauderdale.
If you haven’t been to the Museum of Discovery and Science lately, you haven’t seen the EcoDiscovery Center, which is twice the size of the original museum and features something for everyone. This museum is fun, educational, and one of the top Kid-Friendly Activities in Fort Lauderdale. There is a special section, the Discovery Center, for kids under 7. Older kids will enjoy taking a simulated flight to Mars, petting an alligator, seeing sharks and reefs, and over 200 exhibits. There is also an IMAX theater showing high definition and 3D movies in stadium seating
Think dining out is just for adults? Think again! Sure, you can take the kids to just about any restaurant, but Rainforest Cafe is one of the best Kid-Friendly Activities in Fort Lauderdale because its rainforest-simulating decor is interesting to look at, keeps kids entertained with activity books, has an element of education, and is actually geared toward the family – including both the big kids and the little ones. Their menu features 10 dishes just-for-kids that goes beyond chicken fingers to include poppin’ shrimp and python pasta; but you’ll love the menu, too!
Spend your day relaxing poolside, enjoying good company, a great breeze, and a beautiful view of the intracoastal at Crowne Plaza Hollywood’s Lava Tiki Bar. Sample the freshest ingredients cooked to order poolside with a selection that includes blackened mahi mahi sandwiches, chicken quesadilla with mango salsa, BBQ bourbon chicken sandwich, and a strawberry summer salad. For your convenience, you can even arrive by Hollywood Trolley or Water Taxi, and parking is always free for restaurant patrons. 
Fine dining experiences are readily available at reasonable prices at Crowne Plaza Hollywood’s Elements Bistro. Elements takes it up a notch by offering perfectly prepared dishes such as filet mignon, nobashi shrimp with red chili sauce, crab cakes, and shrimp scampi. You will find that the food has just the right amount of spice to give it perfect flavor, without being overpowered. If you are dining with kids, all menu items from the Tiki Bar, including chicken fingers, are also available indoors at the Element’s Bistro. 
Services offered at Dog Sitting by Missy include: doggy day care during the day while you're at work, long weekend stays, and longer visits while you recover from surgery or study for finals. Rest assured that this dog sitter is reliable, and won't cancel at the last minute, like friends and neighbors sometimes do. They provide toys, dishes, and beds – though your dog may choose to sleep in the bedroom, on the floor, or with the other dogs. 
Your dog's day will be structured to include 2 long walks, outdoor play group with other dogs, lots of love and attention, and his/her own special diet. More attention is given to your dog at Dog Sitting by Missy than a traditional dog sitter provides as the dogs have human interaction all day, not just for a short visit each day. Your dog will return to you happy, healthy, and with a report card on his citizenship and conduct. 
Open Tuesday-Sunday, The Big Easy is bustling until 2am during the summer, so stroll on in at your leisure! As an added bonus, if you stop by Wednesday-Saturday from 5pm-10pm, you'll enjoy free valet parking! Be sure to take advantage of the drink/meal specials and remember to sign up for the Birthday Club to eat free on your birthday! You can even reserve a section of the restaurant for your next party or event. For more information, 
Amid the hustle and bustle of a modern city is Bonnet House, a relaxing atmosphere that offers both a 
In addition to being open to the general public, Bonnet House offers projects for every age. For school children, there are nature and art programs offering FCAT-compliant activities. For botanists, they have the largest collection of orchids in the state. Also, if you'd like to hold an event, such as a wedding, retirement party, or non-profit gala, this picturesque property is an ideal choice. Take a tour, bring your camera, and plan for your next event. 