EAST FORT LAUDERDALE. Built in 1920, this breathtaking estate is on the National Register for Historic Sites and is a remarkable tribute to a bygone era. It is the former home of artists, Frederic and Evelyn Bartlett. The family bequeathed the property to the Florida Trust in 1983. The plantation style home reflects the Bartlett's penchant for European art and architecture. The estate overlooks a lagoon and comprises 35 acres of lush botanical beauty, wetlands, a fruit grove, lily pond, boathouse, shell museum and a theater surrounded by a moat. There is a walking trail and swans, monkeys and other wildlife live on the property. Tours are available Wednesday through Sunday. Workshops and lectures are available to the public. The site is available for special events. The gift shop features numerous unique items.

DAVIE. Botanical gardens, a one and a half-acre free-flight aviary featuring wading birds, a crocodile lagoon, river otter and bobcat habitats, wetlands, and a citrus grove make this lush tropical setting a fascinating place to visit. Visitors can choose to take a narrated tram tour or to walk a lovely paved path to see the grounds. There is also a small museum housed in the original home of the previous owners, which includes period furniture. Several cafes and shops are conveniently located within the grounds.

DANIA BEACH. Enjoy a fascinating glimpse at the sport of fishing. Extensive multimedia displays include an amazing virtual fishing exhibit that allows guests to "reel in" tarpon, sailfish, and marlin. Interesting collection of fishing equipment dating from the 19th century. Well-stocked gift shop and library and there's also a great cafe.#13;#10;#13;#10;

EAST FORT LAUDERDALE. Just off A1A, this museum highlights the achievements of notable swimmers and contains aquatic artifacts dating to the 15th century. Computerized exhibits let you pretend you are an Olympic swimmer, diver, or judge. There are two ten-lane, fifty-meter pools and an exhibition building featuring photos, medals, and other souvenirs, as well as a theater that features films of swimming stars such as Johnny Weissmuller and Esther Williams. There is also a gift shop and a cafe on the premisies.#13;#10;

DOWNTOWN. Designed by Edward Larrabee Barnes, this is the largest art exhibition space in Florida, and is considered an architectural masterpiece. The permanent collection features 20th century American and European paintings and sculptures by Dali, Warhol, Matisse, and Picasso. Known for having the largest American collection of artwork from Copenhagen, Brussels, and Amsterdam, this museum also houses a notable collection by celebrated American impressionist William Glackens.