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South Beach, Miami Beach

4.5
#1 of 1,309 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 $68 BOOK WITH VIATOR Miami Combo Tour: City Sightseeing, Biscayne Bay Cruise and Everglades Airboat Ride
3.9
Duration: 9 hours
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FROM $60 BOOK WITH VIATOR South Beach Cultural Food and Walking Tour
4.8
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
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FROM $35 BOOK WITH VIATOR Big Bus Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Open Top Tour
4.0
Duration: 90 to 120 minutes
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South Beach reviews

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4.7
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  • By Jdoe1980201
    Absolute sh**show. Dirty, low class, zero hospitality. Combine fast and furious, and the thirsty ass skanks from some ghetto ass rap video....who knows, that may be your thing. Never in my life will.....  more »
  • By 957dds
    I am SHOCKED. We lived in Miami from 2000-2005 and South Beach was absolutely amazing. I would bring my baby down there to play on the beach and at parks. I used to sit there and literally watch...  more »
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  • By ALiTA PRODUCTIONS by #ASi
    The International Zone 🤩
  • 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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