About
The Riverwalk Water Trolley will add to your adventures when exploring the New River downtown area.
This free water bus service lets visitors get to and from the popular Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale, making for a fun-filled day of shopping, dining, and exploring museums.
The trolley makes eight stops at various locations from 10 AM until 10 PM. Visitors adore the picturesque route, enjoying the scenic views in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.
The Riverwalk Water Trolley can accommodate up to 20 passengers, ensuring everyone in your group can hop aboard. The vessel is easy to spot with its vibrant yellow wrap and LauderGO! Water Trolley flag. Boarding is equally simple. Just signal the captain at any of the stops, and they'll happily ferry you to your next destination.
While the water taxi occasionally experiences slight delays, you'll never find yourself waiting for long. And should you miss a pickup time, it's comforting to know it would return within 30 minutes. This short wait time means you're never stranded for too long when trying to reach the Historic Stranahan House Museum.
The trolley enables tourists to make the most of their Fort Lauderdale vacation. Enjoy riding it when you're in Florida!
Riverwalk Water Trolley: Fun Facts & Cool Features
Convenient features of the trolley are the pickup locations. Hop on at Riverwalk Laura Ward Park or the Huizenga Plaza. Additional stops include the Riverfront Plaza, Esplanade Park, Tarpon River, New River Yacht Club, Downtowner Saloon, and Smoker Park.
The maps displaying the trolley's route are a time-saving feature at each stop. You'll never wonder if you're heading in the wrong direction to History Fort Lauderdale.
The trolley captains are a treasure trove of tips and knowledge. Feel free to ask about interesting facts about the Fort Lauderdale area, the history of the Riverwalk, and where to find the best local seafood.
A fun fact is that you park and visit one of its stops, like Esplanade Park, and then board the trolley to explore more sights. When you're ready to return to your Casago rental, hop aboard for a ride back to the park!
For a laid-back experience, ride the trolley on its loop. You'll enjoy scenic views of the Riverwalk, feel the refreshing breeze, and bask in the relaxing sway of the boat.
For a cost-effective way to explore downtown Fort Lauderdale, hop aboard the Riverwalk Water Trolley.
Local Tips
- The trolley runs along the New River and makes stops at various points. Here are the eight stops:
- Riverwalk Laura Ward Park
- Huizenga Plaza/ Bubier Park
- Riverfront Plaza
- Esplanade Park
- Tarpon River
- New River Yacht Club
- Downtowner Saloon
- Smoker Park
- The trolley may be delayed due to water traffic and bridges.
- Download the LauderGO app to find route and time information.
- The trolley is pet friendly, as long as they are leashed!
- The water trolley vessel is not wheelchair accessible.
