Recent Searches
Clear
Close

History Museum, Pioneer House Museum & Schoolhouse Museum

star-4.5150 Reviews
|
Badge of Excellence
|
Fort Lauderdale, United States
History Museum, Pioneer House Museum & Schoolhouse Museum
See More
See More
History Museum, Pioneer House Museum & Schoolhouse Museum
Heritage Festivals at Main Museum
Visitors Enjoy Pioneer Exhibit
Dugouts to Dream Yachts Exhibit
See More

From $15.00

Lowest Price Guarantee

Select Date and Travelers

Number of travelers
0 Adults1 Adult2 Adults3 Adults4 Adults5 Adults6 Adults7 Adults8 Adults9 Adults10 Adults11 Adults12 Adults13 Adults14 Adults15 Adults0 Seniors1 Senior2 Seniors3 Seniors4 Seniors5 Seniors6 Seniors7 Seniors8 Seniors9 Seniors10 Seniors11 Seniors12 Seniors13 Seniors14 Seniors15 Seniors0 Youths1 Youth2 Youths3 Youths4 Youths5 Youths6 Youths7 Youths8 Youths9 Youths10 Youths11 Youths12 Youths13 Youths14 Youths15 Youths
Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn more
Loading available options...
Safety measures
icon1 to 2 hours  (approx.)
Mobile ticket
iconOffered in: English and 3 more

Overview

Visit three historic museums on a guided walking tour in Fort Lauderdale’s Arts and Science district. Follow a local guide to the 1899 Replica Schoolhouse Museum, the1905 New River Inn, and the 1907 King-Cromartie House. All locations are located on the banks of the New River with plenty of restaurants nearby for you to enjoy after your tour.
  • Guided walking tour of three historic museums
  • Entrance fees included
  • Central location with restaurants nearby for after the tour
  • Stress-free package ideal for first-time visitors
Saved to wishlist!

From $15.00

Lowest Price Guarantee
Book Now
Child 0-6 are FREE
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Transportation to/from attractions
Drinks
231 SW 2nd Ave , 231 SW 2nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, USA
Open in Google Maps

Our main museum (housed in the historic New River Inn) is on the north bank of the New River where the River meets Flagler's Railroad.

This activity will end right where it started.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible, except the second floor of the New River Inn and the King-Cromartie house. ADA STQRY app (in multiple languages) available for all guests to view 2nd floor exhibits on their personal smart phones or tablets.
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
  • OPERATED BY History Fort Lauderdale
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

Learn more about cancellations.

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during History Museum, Pioneer House Museum & Schoolhouse Museum?
A:The policy on face masks and attendee health is:

  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
See all safety measures taken by History Museum, Pioneer House Museum & Schoolhouse Museum.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during History Museum, Pioneer House Museum & Schoolhouse Museum?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
See all safety measures taken by History Museum, Pioneer House Museum & Schoolhouse Museum.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during History Museum, Pioneer House Museum & Schoolhouse Museum?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
See all safety measures taken by History Museum, Pioneer House Museum & Schoolhouse Museum.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during History Museum, Pioneer House Museum & Schoolhouse Museum?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
See all safety measures taken by History Museum, Pioneer House Museum & Schoolhouse Museum.

Traveler Photos

See More
See More

Reviews

4.5
star-4.5
150 Reviews
5 stars
118
4 stars
23
3 stars
3
2 stars
3
1 star
3

Reviews by Viator travelers

We perform checks on reviews

Showing 1-10 of 150 reviews
star-1
Don’t do it
James_H
, Mar 2022
The guide was awful. Do the river walk instead. She didn’t relate to what was there and didn’t put things in perspective.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Apr 2022
I apologize for your experience. If there is anything you can share privately about this guide, please email me at info@flhc.org
... MoreLess
star-4
Reliving History
Debra_U
, Mar 2022
Our docent, Carolyn, was a wealth of information and her passion was evident from the start. We enjoyed all of her stories! We wished we could have started with the history of Fort Lauderdale. We walked through that part ourselves before the tour and it would have been great hearing it from her, before we ran out of time.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Mar 2022
Carolyn loves telling our stories and we're pleased you enjoyed your time with her. Thanks for taking time to review us!
... MoreLess
star-1
Terrible!!
Roger_H
, Mar 2022
Tour guide was terrible. Boring only talked did not show us the houses. Even made up what he thought happened and told us it was his story. Never again.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Mar 2022
I apologize for this usual experience. All of our tour guides escort groups to our pioneer and schoolhouse museums. Please contact us at 954-463-4431 to arrange a private tour.
... MoreLess
star-5
Nice couple of hours touring old Florida
Meg_N
, Feb 2022
Very knowledgeable and friendly tour guide. Lots of information about old Florida and wonderful to see the old furniture and artifacts.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Mar 2022
We're so pleased you enjoyed your visit. Thanks for taking time to review us!!
... MoreLess
star-4
History & Caroline
Sean_C
, Feb 2022
The Guide Caroline brought the museum's history to life with her passion and storytelling ability. Frankly without her the visit would have been run of the mill. She is as essential to the Museums as they are to her
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Feb 2022
We love Caroline, too! Thanks for visiting and for giving us a great review!
... MoreLess
star-4
History of Ft Lauderdale
Emmanuel_V
, Feb 2022
Told about the history of Ft Lauderdale and how it came to be. All the different buildings and artifacts seem to come to life when the stories are being told by Carolyn our docent.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Feb 2022
We're so pleased you enjoyed your visit. Thanks for taking time to review us!
... MoreLess
star-5
Hidden Gem
Heath_F
, Jan 2022
Tour guide was awesome! The museum has plenty of information on Ft Lauderdale’s beginnings. The ladies at the museum are very proud of their center.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Jan 2022
Thanks for recognizing our terrific museum staff and for the great review!!
... MoreLess
star-5
Remarkable!
MARILYN_B
, Dec 2021
Enjoyed the many stories that the tour guide shared about all the families that contributed to the history of Ft Lauderdale. He was very knowledgeable and passionate about them.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Jan 2022
Our guides are the best storytellers! Thanks for taking time to review us!!
... MoreLess
star-5
Best Historical Tour in Fort Lauderdale
VIOLET_M
, Nov 2021
Great docent, Dan, made the tour educational and fun! We had a wonderful tour and I would recommend this tour to all.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Dec 2021
We love Dan too! Thanks for taking time to review us!!
... MoreLess
star-5
Wonderful History of Fort Lauderdale
Patty_C
, Nov 2021
My father-in-law, husband, and I enjoyed leaning about the history of Fort Lauderdale on our docent guided tour. Our docent guide Daniel is a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide. After a fact-filled video about the history of Fort Lauderdale, Daniel expanded on the information, sharing stories about prominent people in Fort Lauderdale’s past. He toured us through the History Museum, the Pioneer House, and the Schoolhouse Museum, explaining the history of the buildings and the people who used them. Our tour was at 3:00 pm, at the end of the day, and Daniel apologized for being a little rushed since the museum closes at 4:00 pm. He has so much information to share that it does take some time! We could have had a little more time to explore the Pioneer House, but he did allow us to stay late and explore the upstairs exhibits at the History Museum while he and others began cleaning and preparing to lock-up. I would suggest an earlier tour time in case it allows a little more time to learn and explore. That said, it was a wonderful experience that all three of us enjoyed.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Nov 2021
Dan is our best storyteller. We're so pleased your enjoyed your visit. Thanks for taking time to review!!
... MoreLess
star-4
Local knowledge
Greg_A
, Sep 2021
The docents know a lot about the history of the area and are really passionate about sharing it. It’s amazing how little was here only 100 years ago.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Sep 2021
Thanks for taking time to review us!
... MoreLess
star-5
Relaxing and informative
Andrew_K
, Jul 2021
Very Pleasant and informative Very Clean knowledgeable guide. Parking is confusing. Hopefully the surrounding community recovers
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Jul 2021
So glad you enjoyed your visit! We're hoping our restaurant partners come back as well. Thanks for taking time to review us!
... MoreLess
star-3
A little lacking
Allan_M
, Apr 2021
The museum was quite interesting and we loved the idea of artists sharing the space. We opted for a guided tour and we're a little disappointed. The guide shared a lot of trivia, but I left feeling I still didn't know the "arc" of the history of the place.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , May 2021
I apologize for the tour not meeting your expectations. If you are local to Fort Lauderdale, please email info@flhc.org to schedule a private tour with our executive director.
... MoreLess
star-4
Love learning the history of a place I’m visiting
Ann_T
, Mar 2021
Interesting finding out how the area was first settled and the backgrounds of the families involved.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Apr 2021
Thanks for reviewing us!
... MoreLess
star-5
Great insights
Juny_B
, Feb 2021
How change happened in South Florida/Broward county and which families were part / and made it happen.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Apr 2021
Thanks for reviewing us.
... MoreLess
star-5
Wonderful informative tour
Laurie_F
, Jan 2021
Wonderful guided tour of 3 small museums finishing up with a self guided portion. We got to speak with one of the artist in residents who guided us thru all the small galleries, we purchased 1 canvas and 2 multi media pieces, this was a great unexpected art of the experience!!!
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Apr 2021
We're so pleased you enjoyed your visit. Thanks for taking time to review us.
... MoreLess
star-5
Nice experience
maria_f
, Jul 2020
a vero nce experience the host mr. Daniel is the best, we learned a lot about the first families who came to south Fl
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Sep 2020
We're so glad you visited. Be well!
... MoreLess
star-4
Fort Lauderdale history
Jane_F
, Jul 2020
Great history of Fort Lauderdale. The video was helpful, but could be longer to include more recent history as well.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Sep 2020
Thanks for the suggestion. We're working on a new video. So glad you enjoyed your visit.
... MoreLess
star-4
Historic Fort Lauderdale
Carmen_D
, Feb 2020
Vert good tpur guide ! Nice thing to do on a rainy day. Very interesting exhibits and 3rd floor has artist studios too !
... MoreLess
star-5
Learned and loved
Jessica_B
, Sep 2019
Our tour guide, Bill, gave us a beautiful run down of how Ft. lauderdale come to be. We really enjoyed how he took us time to explain each item in the King house and events of the time period. We also loved that we could take a nice walk on the river walk afterwards.
... MoreLess
Why you are seeing these recommendations

Explore Similar Things to Do

Audio GuidesWalking ToursCultural ToursHistorical ToursWalking & Biking ToursCultural & Theme ToursTours & SightseeingFort LauderdaleAudio Guides - FloridaWalking Tours - FloridaCultural Tours - FloridaHistorical Tours - FloridaAudio Guides - Boca RatonWalking Tours - Boca RatonCultural Tours - Boca RatonHistorical Tours - Boca RatonAudio Guides - MiamiWalking Tours - MiamiCultural Tours - MiamiHistorical Tours - MiamiCategory

Attractions in Fort Lauderdale

Sawgrass Mills Tours & TicketsEverglades Holiday Park Tours & TicketsLas Olas Beach Tours & TicketsHollywood Beach Tours & TicketsBig Cypress Reservation Tours & TicketsNSU Art Museum Tours & TicketsDania Beach Pier Tours & TicketsHard Rock Cafe Hollywood Florida Tours & TicketsButterfly World Tours & TicketsFlamingo Gardens Tours & TicketsFort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum Tours & TicketsLas Olas Boulevard Tours & TicketsHugh Taylor Birch State Park Tours & TicketsPort Everglades Tours & Tickets
Why you are seeing these recommendations