Hollywood
Diamond of the Gold Coast
General Information
Other Name: -, District: Florida, State: South, United States of America
Area: 30.8 sq mi
Languages Spoken: English
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Hollywood is a city in Broward County, Florida, United States.Founded in 1925, the city grew rapidly in the 1950s and 1960s, and is now the tenth largest city in Florida.Hollywood is a popular destination for history museums and wooden roller coasters to professional Jai-alai. Hollywood, also known as the "Diamond of the Gold Coast," has beautiful beaches and abundant water activities available.Location
Hollywood is located in southeastern Broward County.Climate
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The Art & Culture Center of Hollywood exhibits sculpture, photography, jewelry and antiques as well as offering cultural and educational programs.
A 1,500 acre wetland mangrove forest habitat for wading birds and other wildlife, this nature center features wildlife viewing areas, narrated boat tours, exhibit trails, an Intracoastal fishing pier, a five story observation tower, and an environmental exhibit hall.
This golf club features a championship 18 hole golf course, as well as a complete line of services such as complimentary valet parking, complete locker room facilities, a fully stocked Pro Shop, club rentals, a dining room, and beautiful practice facilities which include two putting greens, a chipping green, and a driving range.
This 56-acre park is great for nature lovers, and contains lush vegetation, oak trees and boardwalks built over dunes. The park is also a haven for sea turtles, which often surface to the delight of visitors. Enjoy more than two miles of walking paths, picnic tables (some picnic areas are designed for large groups), a beach with lifeguards, and a 60-foot observation tower. Park amenities include rest rooms and snack shops.
A professional theatre that offers an array of entertainment including Broadway and Off Broadway favorites, late night comedy improv, world premieres, children''s musicals, and occasional appearances by celebrities.
Seminole Paradise features a 4-acre lagoon tropical pool area with a theme-park-style water slide, poolside cabanas. In addition, the legendary Hard Rock Cafe is on site, as well as a European-style spa and fitness center.
This facility offers kayaking lessons for both beginners and advanced students. Lessons take place indoors in a pool and outdoors in West Lake. Lessons cover boat handling and paddling as well as water safety. The friendly experienced instructors have undergone formal kayak training. The facility also features a shop that sells new and used kayaks as well as sports-related clothing and accessories.