For a fun Florida approach to holiday lights, embark on an excursion on the Water Taxi in Fort Lauderdale.
This is a fairly pricey and popular holiday activity.

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Water Taxi holiday lights tours in 2025 are in December and January with decorated vessels navigating The Intracoastal Waterway. The tour is a peek at the decorated waterfront yards and docks along the route. The excursion includes holiday music, with drinks available for purchase.
For tickets booked online in October, the prices are $35 for adults, which is a savings of $10, and $15 for ages 3-11, and free for 2 and younger. The regular prices are $45 for adults and $15 for kids.
Phone 954-467-6677 for information.
Excursions leave at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. from Water Taxi Stop 1 at 335 SE Sixth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale on Riverwalk. Tickets need to be purchased online.
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Photo: Water Taxi
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