Five Fun Things To Do In Hollywood, FL

When most people think of Hollywood, California is the first place that comes to mind. However, the Golden State isn’t the only place with a beautiful city named Hollywood. All the way at the bottom of the map, the sunny state of Florida also boasts a Hollywood, and while it may not be home to the stars, it’s home to lots of other great things. Located right near the ocean, Hollywood FL is one of the biggest cities in the state, and it has all of the personality and charm you’d expect from a busy southern city. Whether you’re new to Hollywood, or plan on taking a trip to the area, finding things to do will be an easy task. Here are five fun things to do in Hollywood FL.

Take a ride on the Water Taxi

No matter how interesting a place is, going on tours can sometimes get a little boring. After all, there isn’t usually much excitement involved with walking around and looking at things. However, in Hollywood FL, you can tour the city like never before. Instead of having to walk around in the hot Florida sun, you can see some of beautiful views of the city from the Water Taxi.

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Visit the ocean

When you’re hanging out in a beautiful city by the ocean, it goes without saying that spending time by the water is a must. After all, a trip to Florida without a trip to the beach just doesn’t seem right. Well, in Hollywood FL, there are several beaches for residents and tourists to visit and enjoy. However if swimming or sunbathing just aren’t your thing, you can also visit Hollywood’s boardwalk which has plenty of great shops and restaurants.

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Visit ArtsPark at Young Circle

Any time you visit a new city, it’s always nice to find all of the cool local spots. In Hollywood FL, one of those spots is ArtsPark. This awesome location is the perfect place for people who enjoy culture and art and spending time outside on a beautiful day. According to the website, “the ArtsPark offers residents and visitors a wide array of visual and performing arts themed educational, recreational, and entertainment activities.”

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Try your luck at the Hard Rock Casino

Although most people tend to think of Las Vegas or Atlantic City as the only places where people can go to gamble, Florida is also home to several casinos, one of them being the Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood. If you’re in the mood to try your luck, or just have a little bit of fun, taking a trip to the casino is a must. Even if gambling isn’t your thing, the casino is also home to several shops and restaurants.

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Buy fresh food at the farmers’ market

Hollywood’s Yellow Green Farmers’ Market is all about providing residents and guests with plenty of delicious fresh food options. Open year-round, the market “is a true farmer’s market providing a bounty of seasonal, fresh foods along with artisanal goods created by local artists and craftsmen.” Whether you want to purchase fresh food yourself, or simply want to learn some of the benefits of eating healthy, the Yellow Green Farmers’ Market will have something to offer you.

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