🛳️ THINGS TO DO BEFORE A CRUISE IN FORT LAUDERDALE
YOUR VACATION STARTS BEFORE YOU SET SAIL!
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Flying into Fort Lauderdale early? Don't waste your first vacation day sitting in a hotel room! Whether you're arriving the night before your cruise, spending an extra day in South Florida, or looking for exciting activities near Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale has plenty to offer.
From beautiful beaches and waterfront dining to smashing glass, throwing axes, and challenging your crew, there's no reason to wait until you're aboard to start having fun.
🌴 5 FUN THINGS TO DO BEFORE YOUR FORT LAUDERDALE CRUISE
🏖️ 1. HIT FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH
Kick off your vacation with sunshine, ocean views, and a stroll along Fort Lauderdale Beach. Grab lunch, enjoy the waterfront, and get into vacation mode before your ship departs.
🍹 2. EXPLORE LAS OLAS BOULEVARD
Discover waterfront restaurants, shopping, art galleries, and local attractions along one of Fort Lauderdale's most popular destinations. It's a great way to spend an afternoon before your cruise.
🚤 3. DISCOVER FORT LAUDERDALE'S WATERWAYS
Explore the Venice of America with a sightseeing boat tour or water taxi ride. See luxury yachts, waterfront mansions, and some of South Florida's most scenic waterways.
💥 4. BREAK SOME SH!T AT THE SMASHIT HOUSE
Because your vacation deserves more than another sightseeing stop! Trade ordinary tourist attractions for something completely unexpected at The Smashit House in Davie, Florida.
Smash real glass, furniture, and electronics in a private rage room, challenge your traveling crew to axe throwing, test your aim with indoor paintball target shooting, or release some energy with Plate Therapy. Combine activities for an action-packed pre-cruise adventure.
🪓 WANT MORE TARGET-THROWING ACTION? VISIT THE AXE HOLE HOUSE!
Looking for another exciting activity before your cruise? Check out The Axe Hole House in Davie, offering private axe and knife throwing, indoor paintball target shooting, and Plate Therapy. Bring your date or challenge your entire crew to some friendly competition before heading to Port Everglades.
🌙 5. ENJOY A NIGHT OUT BEFORE EMBARKATION
Flying in the day before your cruise? Turn that extra night into part of your vacation! Start with an exciting indoor activity at The Smashit House or The Axe Hole House, head out for dinner near Fort Lauderdale, and get ready to set sail the following morning.
🚢 PERFECT FOR GROUPS CRUISING OUT OF PORT EVERGLADES
TRAVELING TOGETHER? START THE FUN BEFORE YOU BOARD!
Whether you're a couple heading on a romantic cruise, celebrating a bachelor or bachelorette party, traveling with friends, or planning a family vacation with teenagers ages 15 and older, The Smashit House and The Axe Hole House offer interactive experiences for an unforgettable pre-cruise outing.
Skip the usual waiting-around routine and turn your extra vacation day into part of the adventure.
⭐ WHY VISIT THE SMASHIT HOUSE BEFORE YOUR CRUISE?
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Discover South Florida's indoor entertainment authority featuring private rage rooms, axe throwing, indoor paintball target shooting, and exciting group experiences.
Located in Davie, near Fort Lauderdale, The Smashit House is a fun indoor option for couples, friends, and groups looking for something different before setting sail.
PRIVATE EXPERIENCES • INDOOR FUN • AGES 15+
⏰ PLAN YOUR PRE-CRUISE ADVENTURE
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR EXTRA DAY IN FORT LAUDERDALE!
Arriving the day before your cruise? Spend the afternoon checking into your hotel and exploring Fort Lauderdale, then head to The Smashit House or The Axe Hole House for an exciting evening of smashing, throwing, and friendly competition.
Finish with dinner before returning to your hotel. The next morning, head to Port Everglades according to your cruise line's designated boarding schedule.
Travel tip: We recommend planning your experience the day before departure and allowing sufficient time for transportation.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are some fun things to do before a cruise in Fort Lauderdale?
Popular options include Fort Lauderdale Beach, Las Olas Boulevard, waterfront sightseeing, shopping, and indoor entertainment. The Smashit House and The Axe Hole House offer exciting activities in nearby Davie.
Are The Smashit House and The Axe Hole House near Port Everglades?
Both entertainment venues are located in Davie, west of Fort Lauderdale. They're great additions to a pre-cruise itinerary when you have transportation and enough time.
Can teenagers participate?
Yes. Guests must be at least 15 years old, and guests ages 15–17 must have a parent or legal guardian physically present.
Do we need reservations?
Advance booking is recommended to coordinate your visit with hotel check-in, transportation, and cruise schedules.
What should we wear?
Rage-room participants must wear long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes. Required protective equipment is provided.
What if it rains before our cruise?
No problem! Both venues offer indoor entertainment, making them great alternatives when South Florida weather doesn't cooperate.
🌴 EXPLORE MORE SOUTH FLORIDA EXPERIENCES
YOUR SOUTH FLORIDA ADVENTURE DOESN'T END AT THE PORT!
Make the most of your time in the Sunshine State! Discover exciting date nights, unforgettable group outings, and unique activities throughout Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
🔥 BEFORE YOU SET SAIL, BREAK SOME SH!T!
YOUR CRUISE IS BOOKED. NOW BOOK THE FUN BEFORE IT BEGINS!
Don't spend your extra vacation day staring at hotel walls. Grab your partner, rally your friends, and turn your pre-cruise stop into an unforgettable adventure at The Smashit House or The Axe Hole House.
Smash glass, throw axes, hit targets, and make memories before the ship even leaves port.
SMASH IT. THROW IT. SHOOT IT. THEN SET SAIL!
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TWO UNIQUE EXPERIENCES. ONE SOUTH FLORIDA DESTINATION.
📍 5619 S. University Drive, Davie, FL 33328