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Also known as: The Heart of the Gold Coast
Pompano Beach is a thriving coastal city located in northern Broward County, Florida, situated along the Atlantic Ocean just north of Fort Lauderdale. Settled in the late 19th century and named after the delicious Atlantic pompano fish caught off its coast, the city grew significantly with the arrival of the Florida East Coast Railway. Geographically, it features over three miles of spectacular sandy beaches and immediate proximity to the Hillsboro Inlet, which provides boaters with direct ocean access. The city is universally celebrated for its extensive offshore coral reefs and historic shipwrecks, making it an international hotspot for scuba diving, snorkeling, and deep-sea sport fishing, all complemented by a newly revitalized, upscale beachfront promenade.
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Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Stroll or fish from the modern Fisher Family Pier, scuba dive the famous Shipwreck Park underwater art exhibit, relax on the pristine sands of Pompano Beach, and view the historic Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse.
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