Though it’s situated in close proximity to Hollywood and Fort Lauderdale, the low-key seaside city of Dania Beach offers an escape into the relative solitude of unspoiled beaches and natural areas, offering countless opportunities for family-friendly outdoor fun.
Visitors can enjoy the award winning “Blue Wave” beach, relax along the miles of pristine shoreline, kayak through the mangroves, and night fish from the municipal pier.
At the center of Dania Beach’s outdoor scene is Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park. Explore the park’s two-mile stretch of beach, scuba dive the reef systems just offshore, snorkel, paddle, spot wildlife, and look for shells. Stop by Whiskey Creek Hideout, the park’s concessionaire, eat at the waterfront restaurant and bar, rent a paddleboard, kayak, or canoe, or take one of their paddling tours.
Dania Beach is a South Florida fishing gem and home to the International Game Fish Association and the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame. Fish from the state park or Dania Beach Fishing Pier, which also has fishing gear available for rent.
Off the water, check out the restaurants and shops on U.S. 1 and stop in for a treat at Jaxson’s ice cream parlor, restaurant, and country store. Browse the stores at Dania Pointe and choose from a wide variety of places to dine.
Plan your stay at Visit Lauderdale and get a live peek at the water by checking out the pier and beach webcam.
BEACHES
Peaceful, uncrowded beaches are the main attraction at Dania Beach.
WATERWAYS
Whiskey Creek, which runs through Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park, is a 1.5-mile waterway lined with mangroves.
MUSEUMS, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
See the Holocaust museum, catch a show, and visit the casino.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
Visitors can enjoy snorkeling, diving, surfing, paddling, and walks on the beach.
PET-FRIENDLY ADVENTURES
Take your dog with you to pet-friendly eateries and parks in Dania Beach.
ACCESSIBILITY
The state park’s accessible amenities include a marina, boardwalks to the beach, an environmental education center, and picnic facilities.
DINING
Delectable baked goods and fresh seafood are on the menu at Dania Beach’s restaurants.
SHOPPING
Shop for antiques, jewelry, luxury home furnishings, and more.
PLACES TO STAY
Choose from a variety of accommodations near the ocean in Dania Beach.
