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South Beach, Miami Beach

4.5

#1 of 1,310 in Beaches in United States

Must see · Beach · Nature / Park

Experience the heart of Miami’s vibrant nightlife and bustling cultural scene with a visit to South Beach. Often referred to as the American Riviera, the Art Deco-inspired neighborhood encompasses a grid of trendy boutiques, oceanside restaurants, and upscale clubs, all nestled along the beautiful white sand beaches of the Atlantic coast. Take a dip in the warm, blue water, or rent a pair of roller skates and spend the day exploring the expansive boardwalk and palm tree-lined streets. Finish your visit with a relaxing meal of fresh seafood at one of the many beachfront eateries. Choose to start, finish, or center your holiday on a trip to South Beach by using our Miami Beach vacation builder.

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Tours to South Beach

FROM $40 BOOK WITH VIATOR Speedboat Sightseeing Tour of Miami

Duration: 45 minutes

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FROM $39 BOOK WITH VIATOR Big Bus Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Open Top Tour

Duration: 2 hours

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FROM $62 BOOK WITH VIATOR A Taste of South Beach Food Tour

Duration: 3 hours

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FROM $68 BOOK WITH VIATOR Miami Combo Tour: City Sightseeing, Biscayne Bay Cruise and Everglades Airboat Ride

Duration: 9 hours

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FROM $60 BOOK WITH VIATOR South Beach Cultural Food and Walking Tour

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

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FROM $40 BOOK WITH VIATOR Miami South Beach Art Deco Walking Tour

Duration: 2 hours

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FROM $39 BOOK WITH VIATOR Everglades Airboat 30-45 min with pickup or self drive options

Duration: 1 to 4 hours

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FROM $95 BOOK WITH VIATOR Miami Day Trip with Optional Everglades Airboat Ride or Star Island Cruise

Duration: 15 hours

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FROM $50 BOOK WITH VIATOR Discover South Beach Golf Cart Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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FROM $93 BOOK WITH VIATOR Food Tour of Miami's South Beach

Duration: 3 hours

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FROM $21 BOOK WITH VIATOR South Beach Bicycle Rental

Duration: 1 to 1

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FROM $240 BOOK WITH VIATOR Miami Sightseeing City Tour

Duration: 3 to 4 hours

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South Beach reviews

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4.7

By karenmcelhany2013

There is something in the air/the vibes/beat- the people, the music, the food , the beach, the water that makes one smile. more »
By X6838MSkathym

I haven’t been here in 5 years and was quite shocked by how much it has changed. All the stores and restaurants in the area are quite run down and it has taken on a bit of a ghetto vibe. The Art Deco.... more »

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By ALiTA PRODUCTIONS by #ASi

The International Zone 🤩

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By Scott Paxman

Beach! Warm turquoise water compared to the colder bluer Pacific water. Nice sand, small waves, little kelp. Umbrellas available for rent $15. along with chairs, etc. Lifeguards on duty all over. They had no fire pits!!! must be a FL thing, and for that, Cali is better 😇

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Popular things to do in Miami Beach

Duration: 1 hour

Art Deco Historic District

Historic Walking Area

Art Deco Historic District

Duration: 1h 30 min

Duration: 2 hours

Miami Beach Boardwalk

Pier / Boardwalk

Miami Beach Boardwalk

Duration: 2h 30 min

Hidden gems in Miami Beach

The Wolfsonian - Florida International University

The Wolfsonian - Florida International University

Duration: 1h 30 min

Duration: 2h 30 min

South Pointe Park

Pier / Boardwalk

South Pointe Park

Duration: 2h 30 min

12th Street Beach

12th Street Beach

Duration: 2h 30 min

Side trips from Miami Beach

Shark Valley Visitor Center

Shark Valley Visitor Center

Everglades National Park

Duration: 3h 30 min

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens

Specialty Museum

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens

Duration: 2h 30 min

Scuba / Snorkeling

Scuba & Snorkeling

Duration: 3h 30 min

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

Duration: 2h 30 min

Museums in Miami Beach

Jewish Museum of Florida - FIU

Jewish Museum of Florida - FIU

Duration: 2h 30 min

Art By Mariano Picos Pelegri

Art By Mariano Picos Pelegri

Duration: 2h 30 min

Duration: 2h 30 min

Romero Britto Fine Art Gallery

Romero Britto Fine Art Gallery

Duration: 2h 30 min

Parks in Miami Beach

Miami Beach Botanical Garden

Miami Beach Botanical Garden

Duration: 2h 30 min

Lummus Park Beach

Lummus Park Beach

Duration: 30 minutes

Soundscape Park

Soundscape Park

Duration: 2h 30 min

Dante Fascell Park

Dante Fascell Park

Duration: 2h 30 min

Nearby attractions in Miami Beach

Duration: 2h 30 min

Boucher Brothers

Outdoor Activity

Boucher Brothers

Duration: 2h 30 min

New World Symphony

New World Symphony

Duration: 2h 30 min

Therapy IV Deep Sea Fishing Experience

Fishing Charter / Tour

Therapy IV Deep Sea Fishing Experience

Duration: 2h 30 min

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