Weston combines the glitz and glamour of the Sunshine State with a picturesque setting on the edge of the Everglades. Board an airboat and explore the lush wetland ecosystem, home to American alligators and Florida panthers. As part of the Miami metropolitan area, you’re a stone’s throw from celebrity-studded beaches, bars and boulevards.
Things to do in Weston
Discover more than 10 hectares of lush wetlands at Everglades Holiday Park. Board an airboat to venture deep into the Everglades and come face-to-face with enormous American alligators. Back at the park HQ, you can attend jaw-dropping live alligator shows. Hands-on animal encounters offer a chance to meet tortoises, racoons, skunks and other Everglades wildlife.
Explore the Everglades at your own pace at Big Cypress National Preserve. The sprawling park protects a pocket of tropical and temperate ecosystems. Join a ranger-led swamp tour or rent a canoe and paddle along the picturesque waterways. Cross your fingers for the chance to spot an endangered Florida panther.
The Sunshine State boasts legendary golf courses and Weston doesn’t disappoint. From budget-friendly municipal courses to exclusive clubs, there’s something for everyone in Weston. Expect palm-lined fairways and lots of water hazards.
Head east to Fort Lauderdale to swim, sunbathe and stroll along the breezy promenade. Sugar-white sand and swaying palms give the beach a Caribbean feel. Work up a sweat on the beach volleyball courts, rent a sun lounger and open a good book or browse the city’s best shopping and dining along Las Olas Boulevard. Further north, Miami beckons with gorgeous beaches and beautiful Art Deco architecture.
Getting around Weston
Weston is in Broward County in the Miami metropolitan area. The city is a 30-minute drive from Fort Lauderdale and 45 minutes from Miami. Rental cars make it easy to visit Weston and explore the Sunshine State at your own pace.