Weston Travel Guide

Sitting between the Everglades, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami, Weston is known throughout Florida for its distinct landscapes and glamorous neighborhoods. Weston, a city built on cultural values and artistic tendencies, also sees celebrity golf tournaments on a regular basis. The city’s various outdoor attractions work together to create a unique balance between the city and its lush surroundings.

Things to Do in Weston

After a long trip, Weston’s guests can relax at one of the city’s various spas -- Bella Vida, in particular, is popular among guests and residents requesting a massage. Visitors looking to spend the day shopping can fulfill their needs by taking a trip to Weston Town Center, and browsing the various shops and boutiques. Those who prefer being outdoors can spend the afternoon under the sunshine at Peace Mound Park, Emerald Estates Park, or Markham Park which features a gun range, a model airplane field, biking trails, and a lake that is commonly used for jet skiing and boating.

Best Places to Stay in Weston

Weston FL has a number of vacation rentals in different areas of town, all of which are well-maintained and have been updated with modern kitchens and bathrooms. They include internet access and have anywhere from 1-4 bedrooms per rental, ensuring that there is a rental home for every guest that visits Weston.

Best Time to Visit Weston

The best time to visit Weston is during the summer. In general, Weston is hot all year around, making it hard to find a “cool” time of year in which to take a trip. If you’re trying to avoid the sweltering Florida heat, however, be sure to avoid visiting from April to May.

Best Events in Weston

The Health and Fitness Festival is an annual event that gets the whole city of Weston up and moving and having fun. The festival, which is free, includes a variety of athletic performances, an obstacle course, live music, free health checkups, face painting, balloon animal making, health and safety training for kids, and raffle contests among many other fun things. The annual Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection Event takes place each year and helps to reduce the waste produced within Weston. The event encourages residents and visitors to drop off hazardous materials and large household items that are not accepted by curbside recycling programs (motor oil, oil and latex paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, televisions, computers, batteries etc). Once collected, the items are recycled or disposed off without harming the environment.

Things to Do for Families in Weston

For energetic, animal-loving families that visit Weston, the Everglades Holiday Park provides a unique experience to get up close and personal with Florida’s wildlife. Located in nearby Fort Lauderdale, the park offers animal encounters, alligator shows, fishing, boat rentals, and an air boat tour that takes guests through the Everglades under the guidance of well-trained professionals and animal experts. Other family-friendly activities in Weston include a day of rock climbing and fun at Little Java’s Family Fun Centre, golf at the Bonaventure Country Club, and playing sports on a giant trampoline at Gecko Parx.