Oakland Park Travel Guide

Oakland Park is a large city in south Florida which is home to over 6 million people. As a growing city, it's home to plenty of great attractions, such as museums, art galleries, parks, and landmarks.

Things to Do in Oakland Park

For a history fix, head Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, which is a local museum featuring arts from the metropolitan area. The gardens are simply beautiful and they are excellent for wandering around and finding some much-needed shade in the summer months.

The Museum of Discovery and Sciences is an excellent place for adults and children alike and there are fun interactive exhibits for all ages. Additionally, the NSU Art Museum will please just about anyone - and not just art lovers! It's a dynamic cultural hub on the Las Olas Boulevard with cool exhibitions, talks and much more.

Are you ready to spend some time on the beach? Choose Fort Lauderdale Beach where you'll find white sand beaches and warm blue waters. It's also a beach destination filled with cute cafes, and water sports such as kayaking, canoeing, boat rentals, jet skiing, surfing, paddle boarding, and windsurfing. Deerfield Beach is another great beach option as it's family friendly with a kid's playground.

Best Places to Stay in Oakland Park

The best areas to stay in Oakland Park are either Coral Heights or Central Corals. From here the coast is only a couple miles away and you will also be close to multiple great amenities, such as parks, golf courses, restaurants, breweries, cafes and much more.

Best Time to Visit Oakland Park

The weather in Oakland Park is nice all year around. The average temperature is 83 degrees and from June until the end of September and most people travel to the area in the months between December to April when the average temperature is 75 degrees.