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1. Sawgrass Mills ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Amerant Bank Arena ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Fox Observatory

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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4. Grand Lux Cafe

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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5. Matchbox

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Hugging the eastern border of the Everglades, 10 miles west of Fort Lauderdale, Sunrise offers an ideal base for exploring southern Florida. Shoppers need look no further than Sawgrass Mills for all their retail therapy while outdoor enthusiasts have plenty of fun activities close by. Cyclists can explore miles of bike trails at Markham Park or the Sawgrass Sanctuary. Children can spend hours having interactive fun at the Young at Art Children’s Museum and there are numerous playgrounds at various parks including Welleby Park.

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