Sometimes all you need to break the routine of life is a good, old-fashioned shopping spree. This one gargantuan market in Florida is not only filled with thousands of vendors selling unique collectibles and treasures at low cost, but it also has tons of things to do and explore. Spend the day or the whole weekend enjoying one of the largest attractions in the state.

Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop is a gigantic outdoor market, plus a 14-screen drive-in movie theater all rolled into one.
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In fact, the Swap Shop has been dubbed the largest daily flea market in the entire world.
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It all started with the drive-in theater, which was the first part of the Swap Shop to exist, built in the early 1960s.
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Expansion after expansion throughout the years eventually led to more movie screens, an enclosed food court, a circus, a musical stage, and so much more.
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Millions of people visit this huge market every year, perusing the different vendors and businesses selling a variety of items.
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Approximately 2,000 different vendors sell items at flea market prices, which means during your visit you have a plethora of ways to score some super deals.
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While you’ll find a bevy of household items, furniture, clothing, and more…
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…you’ll also be able to score locally farmed fruits and vegetables straight from the source.
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The outdoor marketplace is perhaps the best part of the whole adventure, especially when you can enjoy some of that refreshing Florida sunshine.
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However, for those who need a bit of reprieve from the sun and heat, there are air-conditioned pockets of the flea market that also have attractions to enjoy, like the arcade and food court…
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…or the free museum highlighting some of Ferrari’s greatest vehicles throughout history.
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If you’re looking for a fun way to spend an afternoon hunting for unique treasures, indulging in delicious foods, and catching a movie from the comfort of your car, the Swap Shop is the place to go.
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Ready to plan a trip to Florida’s Swap Shop?! The address is 3291 W Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311. The hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. To find out more information about the Swap Shop as well as movie times for the drive-in, visit the website.

Meanwhile, if you’re looking for other fun things to get into in the area, check out this fascinating plane-themed restaurant in Fort Lauderdale.

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