New River
4.5
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Moira R
Liverpool, UK210 contributions
Mar 2022
This region has lots of interesting areas, from trips on the river to river walkways to great eateries.
Written 11 March 2022
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Angela K
8 contributions
Jan 2022
The Riverside Hotel is located at the New River and it is a nice area to walk around. However, I did so during day light and I do not think that I will do so while it is dark.
Written 7 February 2022
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Traveller & Foodie
Montreal, Canada3,508 contributions
Jan 2022
I love to boat along the intercoastal in Florida. The traffic is significant. You can rent a boat, pontoon or a captain with the ship to navigate the waters. It would help if you were very prudent when navigating the river. It was a pleasant experience.
Written 17 January 2022
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Patrick S
Davie, FL1,284 contributions
Nov 2021
We took a long leisurely boat ride up and back. Haven't done that in a year and it was just incredible. Beautiful ride and great sight seeing. Fort Lauderdale just keeps growing and growing. Coming back at night the lights are incredible.
Written 13 November 2021
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D J
Atlanta, GA54 contributions
Feb 2021
We had a great walk on the New River. Great place to hang out at a bar or bistro, people watch and of course, see all the boats go by. We really enjoyed it!
Written 19 March 2021
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719rosemarie
11 contributions
Feb 2021
The Riverwalk was enjoyable with a multitude of restaurants but we were a little disappointed that there were no retail shops .
Written 2 March 2021
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Gretchen R
Fort Lauderdale, FL10 contributions
Nov 2020
The River provided transportation for the indigenous people o f the area and fun to the millionaires of today!
Written 28 November 2020
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stanger
Fort Lauderdale, FL19 contributions
May 2020
Carrie B is the way to go. Yeah you can do the river other ways..... but they are the best. Guides have it down. Snack bar on the boat as well , including wine and beer.
Factoid -- southernmost river in Florida. And yeah one that flows past all those rich folks' houses.
Factoid -- southernmost river in Florida. And yeah one that flows past all those rich folks' houses.
Written 25 July 2020
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BrakiWorldTraveler
Belgrade, Serbia17,760 contributions
Jan 2020
The New river meanders through Ft. Lauderdale making a great scenery for residents and visitors alike. Before ending in the lagoon it winds through downtown with many high rises condos and nice pathways along it - the Riverwalk.
It's best explored on foot or taking a river taxi or boat.
It's best explored on foot or taking a river taxi or boat.
Written 14 February 2020
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Richard S
Scottsdale, AZ6,070 contributions
Jan 2020
Staying overnight my wife and I and friends found our way to the river near the Cheescake Restaurant and onto a free river shuttle for about a 45 minute cruise for tips. Our lady captain was very informative and nice. The weather was great. The river view of parks and tall condos was super. Must be interesting to live here. Highly suggested you give this a try.
Written 10 February 2020
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What is price range of homes on new river?
Joe S
Fort Lauderdale, FL14 contributions
Just like all of the others who have replied .... millions .. a good place to start is take a look at Zillow and you will see a wide range of prices. But do your homework .. some places are perfect out of the way but on the New River while others are in a very busy neighborhood and very noisy as Las Olas is right there.
arthurloev
Philadelphia, PA98 contributions
how much is the water taxi, can you change routes and get on and off. what are the hours
Rob M
Escondido, CA2,914 contributions
I bought 2 senior 1 day tickets for $21 each at my hotel. The regular passes are $26 per person. We were there May 20 of this year.
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Frequently Asked Questions about New River
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience New River:
- Classic Fort Lauderdale Bike Tour (From $121.80)
- Fort Lauderdale Segway Tour (From $112.06)
- Fort Lauderdale Deep Sea Fishing Charters (From $1,908.20)
- Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale (From $61.71)
- 90-Minute Snorkel & Seabob Underwater Guided Reef Tour in Fort Lauderdale (From $243.28)
- Hotels near New River:
- (0.17 km) Hyatt Centric Las Olas Fort Lauderdale
- (0.17 km) ** � PLAY IN THE SAND � INSTEAD OF THE SNOW!! � **
- (0.28 km) Sonder At Riverwalk
- (0.53 km) Royal Beach Palace
- (0.68 km) Riverside Hotel
- Restaurants near New River:
- (0.04 km) The Historic Downtowner
- (0.16 km) Eddie V's Prime Seafood
- (0.09 km) Rivertail
- (0.17 km) Harborwood Urban Kitchen
- (0.19 km) TRP Taste
- Attractions near New River:
- (0.02 km) Floridas Best Charters
- (0.03 km) Cruisin' Tikis Fort Lauderdale
- (0.11 km) Captain Jack Tiki Boat Tours
- (0.14 km) IN / illusionist Todd Sinelli
- (0.19 km) NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale