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Downtown Fort Lauderdale Yacht Charters
Downtown Fort Lauderdale Yacht Rental and Private Boat Charters
Private yacht and boat charters from downtown Fort Lauderdale and the New River. Cooley's Landing in the heart of the city. The Las Olas Isles and downtown skyline on every route.
Captain and crew included on every charter. Cooley's Landing in the heart of downtown.
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DOWNTOWN FORT LAUDERDALE, THE NEW RIVER
Downtown Fort Lauderdale Yacht Charters, the New River and the Skyline
Booking a downtown Fort Lauderdale yacht rental or boat rental through Crown Yachts means exclusive use of a fully crewed private vessel from the heart of the city. One group, one boat, no shared passengers. The New River runs straight through downtown and opens into the Intracoastal at the Las Olas Isles, giving the district the shortest marina commute of any Fort Lauderdale location. The fleet covers 55+ luxury yachts and boats from 40-foot sport boats to superyachts, with a licensed captain and crew on every booking.
Cooley's Landing Marina, the primary departure for downtown charters, sits on the New River beside the Riverwalk, minutes from the Las Olas dining district and the downtown hotels, with direct access to the Las Olas Isles, Millionaire's Row, and Port Everglades. Private boat rentals downtown Fort Lauderdale visitors book through Crown Yachts depart from whichever marina best matches the itinerary, from the New River docks to Las Olas Marina and Bahia Mar on the beach.
Every downtown Fort Lauderdale yacht charter is fully customizable before you board. Add a private chef, professional DJ, catering and bar, custom decoration, or a jet ski. Departures from Cooley's Landing and all major marinas accessible from downtown Fort Lauderdale.
Downtown Fort Lauderdale Fleet
Yacht Rentals Available from Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Private charter yachts available for downtown Fort Lauderdale and New River departures. Full captain and crew included on every booking. Available for groups of up to 13 guests.
WHAT TO EXPECT
How a Downtown Fort Lauderdale Yacht Charter Actually Works
A downtown Fort Lauderdale yacht rental or boat rental is simpler than most people expect. You contact us, we send a curated shortlist of available yachts, and you show up at Cooley's Landing on the New River. A licensed captain and full crew are on board before you arrive. Here is what every booking includes from first inquiry to the final dock approach.
INQUIRE NOWSHORTEST MARINA WALK IN THE CITY
Cooley's Landing Sits on the New River in the Heart of Downtown
Cooley's Landing Marina on the New River in downtown Fort Lauderdale is minutes from the Riverwalk, the Las Olas dining district, and the downtown hotel and office towers. For groups staying or working downtown it is the shortest marina walk of any Fort Lauderdale location. Las Olas Marina on the Intracoastal is a short cruise east down the New River for beach-area boarding.
THE NEW RIVER DISTRICT
A Historic Waterway Winding Through the Core of Downtown
The New River runs straight through the center of Fort Lauderdale, past the Riverwalk, the historic Stranahan House, waterfront restaurants, and a series of drawbridges framed by the downtown skyline before it opens into the Intracoastal. No other departure zone in Broward County puts guests on the water with the full downtown skyline rising on both banks.
LAS OLAS ISLES AND THE VENICE OF AMERICA
Mansion-Lined Canals Minutes from the Downtown Dock
The Las Olas Isles, Fort Lauderdale's Venice of America, sit just east of downtown where the New River meets the Intracoastal. A slow cruise past the waterfront estates and mega-yacht docks of the finger islands is minutes from Cooley's Landing, the single most photographed on-water stretch in the city.
PORT EVERGLADES AND THE ATLANTIC
One of the Busiest Cruise Ports and Direct Ocean Access
Port Everglades, one of the busiest cruise ports in the world, sits at the southern end of the Intracoastal a short cruise from downtown. Charters pass the towering cruise ships at the inlet before reaching the open Atlantic. No other Fort Lauderdale charter departure links the downtown skyline, a working cruise port, and the ocean in a single run.
EVERY ADD-ON PRE-LOADED
Chef, DJ, and Bar Ready Before You Board
The private chef, professional DJ with full sound and lighting, catering and bar package, and custom decoration are coordinated and loaded before your group boards at Cooley's Landing. No day-of logistics. Everything in place from the moment the yacht clears the New River.
CHARTER DURATION
Half-Day to Full-Day Downtown Fort Lauderdale Charters
Downtown Fort Lauderdale yacht and boat charters run in 4-hour, 6-hour, and 8-hour formats. A 4-hour charter from Cooley's Landing covers the New River, the Las Olas Isles, and a Millionaire's Row cruise. A 6-hour charter adds a Port Everglades pass and Fort Lauderdale Beach. An 8-hour full-day charter reaches the Lauderdale-by-the-Sea reef for swimming and snorkeling.
DEPARTURE POINTS
Downtown Fort Lauderdale Departure Marinas
Crown Yachts downtown Fort Lauderdale charters depart from Cooley's Landing on the New River and all major marinas accessible from downtown and the beach. We assign the departure point that best matches your itinerary and where your group is staying.
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Cooley's Landing Marina
New River, Downtown
The primary departure for downtown Fort Lauderdale charters, on the New River beside the Riverwalk and the historic district. Minutes from the Las Olas dining district and the downtown hotels and office towers. The dock faces the New River with the downtown skyline rising on both banks and the Las Olas Isles a short cruise east. Parking available at the adjacent Riverwalk lots.
A newly rebuilt marina on the Intracoastal at the eastern end of the Las Olas causeway, a short cruise down the New River from downtown and steps from Fort Lauderdale Beach. One of the most convenient boarding points for charters focused on the beach, the Las Olas Isles canals, and the Intracoastal.
On the Intracoastal just north of the Las Olas causeway, walking distance from the beach. A convenient beach-area departure for downtown groups who want to board closer to the ocean, with quick access to the Las Olas Isles canals and Millionaire's Row.
Fort Lauderdale's most storied marina, on the barrier island between the beach and the Intracoastal and home of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. A prime departure for larger yachts with direct access to the Las Olas Isles and the open Atlantic through Port Everglades.
A full-service marina on the 17th Street Causeway with direct Intracoastal access and a short transit to the Port Everglades inlet. Central to the beach and downtown areas and a convenient boarding point for charters heading straight for the open water.
A landmark deep-water marina on the Intracoastal at the 17th Street Causeway, moments from Port Everglades. Preferred for downtown groups chartering larger luxury yachts and superyachts that require deep-water berths and quick ocean access.
A modern full-service marina on the Intracoastal north of Las Olas, near the Galleria. A quieter, lower-traffic departure for downtown groups staying in the central and northern areas who prefer a calmer dock than the beach marinas.
- Cooley's Landing MarinaNew River, DowntownThe primary departure for downtown Fort Lauderdale charters, on the New River beside the Riverwalk and the historic district. Minutes from the Las Olas dining district and the downtown hotels and office towers. The dock faces the New River with the downtown skyline rising on both banks and the Las Olas Isles a short cruise east. Parking available at the adjacent Riverwalk lots.
- Las Olas MarinaFort Lauderdale BeachA newly rebuilt marina on the Intracoastal at the eastern end of the Las Olas causeway, a short cruise down the New River from downtown and steps from Fort Lauderdale Beach. One of the most convenient boarding points for charters focused on the beach, the Las Olas Isles canals, and the Intracoastal.
- Hall of Fame MarinaFort Lauderdale BeachOn the Intracoastal just north of the Las Olas causeway, walking distance from the beach. A convenient beach-area departure for downtown groups who want to board closer to the ocean, with quick access to the Las Olas Isles canals and Millionaire's Row.
- Bahia Mar Yachting CenterFort Lauderdale BeachFort Lauderdale's most storied marina, on the barrier island between the beach and the Intracoastal and home of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. A prime departure for larger yachts with direct access to the Las Olas Isles and the open Atlantic through Port Everglades.
- Lauderdale Marina17th Street CausewayA full-service marina on the 17th Street Causeway with direct Intracoastal access and a short transit to the Port Everglades inlet. Central to the beach and downtown areas and a convenient boarding point for charters heading straight for the open water.
- Pier Sixty-Six Marina17th Street CausewayA landmark deep-water marina on the Intracoastal at the 17th Street Causeway, moments from Port Everglades. Preferred for downtown groups chartering larger luxury yachts and superyachts that require deep-water berths and quick ocean access.
- Sunrise Harbor MarinaIntracoastal WaterwayA modern full-service marina on the Intracoastal north of Las Olas, near the Galleria. A quieter, lower-traffic departure for downtown groups staying in the central and northern areas who prefer a calmer dock than the beach marinas.
BOOKING PROCESS
How to Book a Downtown Fort Lauderdale Charter Step by Step
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Send Us Your Date, Group Size, and Occasion
Contact us via WhatsApp with your preferred date, number of guests, and what you have in mind. We respond with available downtown Fort Lauderdale yachts matched to your group within hours. No long forms, no waiting.
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Receive a Curated Downtown Fort Lauderdale Shortlist
Based on your group size, occasion, and preferences, we send a curated shortlist from the Fort Lauderdale fleet, from mid-size sport yachts for an intimate cruise to full-day luxury vessels for a large group. Browse the full yacht fleet any time. Each option includes full specifications and capacity.
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Choose Your Route and Departure Marina
We confirm the marina that best matches your itinerary. Downtown, New River, and Las Olas Isles charters depart from Cooley's Landing. Beach and Intracoastal routes depart from Las Olas Marina or Bahia Mar. The Las Olas Isles, the downtown skyline, Millionaire's Row, or south toward Port Everglades. You decide the course.
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Select Your Add-Ons and Extras
A private chef with a custom menu, a DJ with full sound and lighting, catering and bar, custom decoration, a jet ski, and VIP ground transport from your downtown address to the marina. Every detail handled and loaded before boarding.
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Confirm with a Deposit and Receive Your Charter Agreement
Secure the vessel and date with a deposit. You receive a full charter agreement covering the marina address, boarding time, captain contact, and a complete list of every detail included. All add-ons confirmed in the same document.
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Board and Experience Downtown Fort Lauderdale from the Water
Arrive at Cooley's Landing at boarding time. The captain and crew are on board, the yacht is fueled, and every add-on is ready from the moment your group arrives. Cast off and experience the New River, the Las Olas Isles, and the downtown skyline from a private yacht.
WHERE YOU CAN GO
Top Destinations for Downtown Fort Lauderdale Charters
Downtown Fort Lauderdale and the New River give direct access to the Las Olas Isles in minutes, the downtown skyline from the moment of departure, Millionaire's Row, and Port Everglades to the Atlantic. These are the most requested destinations on every downtown Fort Lauderdale yacht rental and boat charter.
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Las Olas Isles
Most RequestedFort Lauderdale's Venice of America, a grid of finger islands lined with waterfront mansions and mega-yacht docks, sits just east of downtown where the New River meets the Intracoastal. A slow cruise past the estate homes is minutes from Cooley's Landing and the defining moment of any downtown Fort Lauderdale charter.
The downtown Fort Lauderdale skyline and the Riverwalk, viewed from the New River, are immediately accessible on every charter departing Cooley's Landing. Charters glide past the waterfront restaurants and under the historic drawbridges with the city towers on both banks. Evening charters with the downtown lights on the water are the most dramatic position of any Fort Lauderdale departure.
The stretch of the Intracoastal north of Las Olas lined with Fort Lauderdale's most extravagant waterfront estates and the mega-yachts docked behind them. A short cruise from downtown, it is one of the most requested routes on any downtown Fort Lauderdale yacht rental or boat charter.
The Fort Lauderdale beachfront along A1A, viewed from the water, is a short cruise from downtown down the New River and out to the Intracoastal. Charters anchor off the beach or cruise the shoreline past the hotels and the promenade, a classic backdrop for a sunset cruise.
Port Everglades, one of the busiest cruise ports on the East Coast, sits at the southern end of the Intracoastal a short cruise from downtown. Charters pass the towering cruise ships at berth before reaching the inlet and the open Atlantic, a dramatic urban maritime route unique to the Fort Lauderdale departure.
A calm, shallow anchorage off the beach above a living coral reef that comes within yards of the shore, a short run north of the Port Everglades inlet. Anchor here to swim and snorkel straight off the yacht on a full-day downtown Fort Lauderdale charter.
Charters exiting via Port Everglades access the open Atlantic for passages across the Gulf Stream to Bimini, the closest Bahamas island to the US mainland at roughly 50 nautical miles. Multi-day Bahamas charters clear customs at Bimini and continue to the Berry Islands or Nassau depending on the itinerary, available on select vessels with full professional crew.
- Las Olas IslesMost RequestedFort Lauderdale's Venice of America, a grid of finger islands lined with waterfront mansions and mega-yacht docks, sits just east of downtown where the New River meets the Intracoastal. A slow cruise past the estate homes is minutes from Cooley's Landing and the defining moment of any downtown Fort Lauderdale charter.
- Downtown Skyline and RiverwalkSkyline ViewsThe downtown Fort Lauderdale skyline and the Riverwalk, viewed from the New River, are immediately accessible on every charter departing Cooley's Landing. Charters glide past the waterfront restaurants and under the historic drawbridges with the city towers on both banks. Evening charters with the downtown lights on the water are the most dramatic position of any Fort Lauderdale departure.
- Millionaire's RowIntracoastal EstatesThe stretch of the Intracoastal north of Las Olas lined with Fort Lauderdale's most extravagant waterfront estates and the mega-yachts docked behind them. A short cruise from downtown, it is one of the most requested routes on any downtown Fort Lauderdale yacht rental or boat charter.
- Fort Lauderdale Beach and A1ABeachfrontThe Fort Lauderdale beachfront along A1A, viewed from the water, is a short cruise from downtown down the New River and out to the Intracoastal. Charters anchor off the beach or cruise the shoreline past the hotels and the promenade, a classic backdrop for a sunset cruise.
- Port EvergladesCruise Port and Atlantic AccessPort Everglades, one of the busiest cruise ports on the East Coast, sits at the southern end of the Intracoastal a short cruise from downtown. Charters pass the towering cruise ships at berth before reaching the inlet and the open Atlantic, a dramatic urban maritime route unique to the Fort Lauderdale departure.
- Lauderdale-by-the-SeaReef and SnorkelA calm, shallow anchorage off the beach above a living coral reef that comes within yards of the shore, a short run north of the Port Everglades inlet. Anchor here to swim and snorkel straight off the yacht on a full-day downtown Fort Lauderdale charter.
- Fort Lauderdale to BahamasMulti-DayCharters exiting via Port Everglades access the open Atlantic for passages across the Gulf Stream to Bimini, the closest Bahamas island to the US mainland at roughly 50 nautical miles. Multi-day Bahamas charters clear customs at Bimini and continue to the Berry Islands or Nassau depending on the itinerary, available on select vessels with full professional crew.
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Share your date, group size, and occasion via WhatsApp and we respond with available yachts and boats for downtown Fort Lauderdale yacht rental within hours. Every booking comes with a licensed captain and full crew.
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Downtown Fort Lauderdale Yacht Charters and Private Boat Rentals on the New River
Crown Yachts operates a private charter fleet for yacht rentals, boat rentals, and private yacht charters from downtown Fort Lauderdale and the New River. Every booking is fully private, fully crewed, and managed from first inquiry to return.
Downtown Fort Lauderdale Yacht Rental: the New River, Las Olas Isles, and the Skyline
The shortest marina walk of any Fort Lauderdale location
A downtown Fort Lauderdale boat rental or yacht charter through Crown Yachts puts your group on the water from the heart of the city. Cooley's Landing sits on the New River beside the Riverwalk, minutes from the Las Olas Isles and the downtown hotels. Crown Yachts operates 55+ luxury yachts and boats from Fort Lauderdale marinas, with a licensed captain and full crew on every booking. Every vessel, captain, and crew member is coordinated and ready before you arrive at the dock.
Downtown Boat Party, Bachelorette, and Birthday Charters
Private group charters from Cooley's Landing
Downtown Fort Lauderdale handles a large share of the city's private group yacht rentals. The New River setting and the Las Olas Isles make every celebration immediately memorable whether you are booking a downtown boat party, a private bachelorette charter, or a birthday yacht rental cruising the mansion-lined canals. Crown Yachts coordinates every detail before your group boards: the vessel, captain, crew, and all add-ons from DJ setup to custom decoration. No other guests, no shared deck space.
Private Chef, DJ, and Full Service: Complete Downtown Charter
Every add-on coordinated and loaded before your group boards
The licensed captain, crew, and boat are the foundation of every downtown Fort Lauderdale yacht rental. Crown Yachts coordinates the full service package on top of that: a private chef preparing a custom menu on board, a DJ with professional sound and lighting set up on deck, catering and full bar service, custom event decoration, and a jet ski for the sandbar. Every detail is arranged and loaded before your group arrives at Cooley's Landing. Nothing to coordinate on the day.
Yacht Charter Downtown Fort Lauderdale: the River, the Isles, and the Atlantic
The most central charter departure in Broward County
The downtown departure gives charter guests the most concentrated itinerary in the city. From Cooley's Landing, a single charter cruises the New River through downtown, glides past the mansion-lined Las Olas Isles, runs the Intracoastal past Millionaire's Row, and reaches Port Everglades and the open Atlantic, all with the downtown skyline as a backdrop. A full-day charter can add the Lauderdale-by-the-Sea reef and a day on the water in a single 6 to 8-hour format.
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Downtown Fort Lauderdale Yacht Charter FAQ
- What marina do downtown Fort Lauderdale yacht rentals and charters depart from?
- Downtown Fort Lauderdale yacht rentals and boat rentals primarily depart from Cooley's Landing Marina on the New River, beside the Riverwalk in the heart of downtown. Las Olas Marina on the Intracoastal is a short cruise east down the New River, preferred for beach and Intracoastal itineraries. For larger yachts, Bahia Mar and Pier Sixty-Six on the 17th Street Causeway offer deep-water berths and quick access to the Las Olas Isles and the open Atlantic.
- What is the New River in Fort Lauderdale?
- The New River is the historic waterway that runs through the center of downtown Fort Lauderdale, past the Riverwalk, the Stranahan House, waterfront restaurants, and a series of drawbridges before it opens into the Intracoastal near the Las Olas Isles. It is the original heart of the city and one of the most atmospheric stretches of any downtown Fort Lauderdale yacht rental or boat charter.
- What are the best yacht charter destinations from downtown Fort Lauderdale?
- The most popular destinations from downtown Fort Lauderdale are the Las Olas Isles and the Venice of America canals, the downtown skyline and Riverwalk from the New River, Millionaire's Row on the Intracoastal, Fort Lauderdale Beach along A1A, Port Everglades and the Atlantic, and the Lauderdale-by-the-Sea reef for swimming on full-day charters.
- Is downtown Fort Lauderdale a good departure for a corporate yacht charter?
- Yes. Downtown Fort Lauderdale is one of the best departure areas for a corporate charter. Cooley's Landing is minutes from the downtown office towers and Las Olas hotels, and the New River and Las Olas Isles setting is the most impressive corporate entertainment backdrop in the city. Private catering, bar, and DJ services are available for all corporate departures.
- Can downtown Fort Lauderdale charters reach Port Everglades and the ocean?
- Yes. Port Everglades sits at the southern end of the Intracoastal a short cruise from downtown Fort Lauderdale. Charters pass the towering cruise ships at berth before reaching the inlet and the open Atlantic. It is one of the busiest cruise ports on the East Coast and a distinctive landmark unique to the Fort Lauderdale departure corridor.
- Is downtown Fort Lauderdale good for a birthday or bachelorette yacht charter?
- Yes. Birthday charters and bachelorette parties are among the most booked charter types from downtown Fort Lauderdale, popular for groups staying near Las Olas and the downtown hotels. The Las Olas Isles and Millionaire's Row are minutes from Cooley's Landing. DJ, catering and bar, and decoration are the most common add-ons.
- Are there drawbridges on the New River and do charters pass under them?
- Yes. The New River has several bascule drawbridges through downtown Fort Lauderdale, including the Andrews Avenue, Third Avenue, and FEC railway bridges. Charters departing Cooley's Landing pass beneath or wait for openings depending on the vessel's height, part of the historic character of a downtown New River cruise. Your captain coordinates the bridge schedule so the route runs smoothly.
- How long does it take to get from a downtown Fort Lauderdale address to the marina?
- From most downtown Fort Lauderdale and Las Olas addresses, Cooley's Landing Marina on the New River is a five to ten minute drive or a short walk, one of the shortest marina commutes in Broward County. The marina sits beside the Riverwalk with nearby parking. We recommend arriving 20 minutes before scheduled departure for boarding and the captain's safety briefing.
- What types of yacht charters are most popular from downtown Fort Lauderdale?
- New River cruises, Las Olas Isles tours, Millionaire's Row runs, evening skyline anchorages, and private corporate, birthday, and bachelorette celebrations are the most frequently booked charter types from downtown Fort Lauderdale. The New River setting and proximity to the Las Olas Isles make celebration charters the dominant format.
- What is included in a private downtown Fort Lauderdale boat rental?
- All Crown Yachts downtown Fort Lauderdale charters include a USCG-licensed captain, experienced crew, fuel, ice, water, and a Bluetooth sound system. Optional add-ons include a private chef on board, a professional DJ, catering and bar packages, yacht decoration for celebrations, and VIP transport from your downtown or Las Olas address directly to the marina dock.
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