Sun-kissed shores, Art Deco charm and Latin flavors—Miami Beach has it all. Pick your base below and add these top places to visit to your itinerary.
1) South Beach — Art Deco & Nightlife
Best for first timers who want everything on the doorstep: beach clubs, bars, restaurants and iconic pastel facades.
Top Places to Visit (nearby)
- Ocean Drive & Lummus Park boardwalk
- South Pointe Park for sunrise/sunset views
- Art Deco Historic District walking tour
- Lincoln Road open-air shopping & cafés
Hotel Suggestions
Art Deco boutique hotels facing the beach, lifestyle hotels with rooftop pools near Collins Ave, and ocean-view rooms steps from Lummus Park.
2) Mid-Beach — Relaxed Luxury
Quieter than SoBe with upscale beachfront resorts, spa facilities and direct boardwalk access.
Top Places to Visit
- Miami Beach Boardwalk bike rides
- Beachfront cabanas & watersports
- Faena District art installations & dining
- Short rides to Bal Harbour Shops
Hotel Suggestions
Oceanfront resorts with lagoon pools and private beach access; spa-forward properties with couples’ suites.
3) North Beach — Family-Friendly Value
Spacious sands, local parks and better parking—good for longer stays and budgets.
Top Places to Visit
- North Beach Oceanside Park picnics & playgrounds
- Normandy Fountain weekend markets
- Easy hop to Haulover Park (kiteboarding)
- Day trips to Oleta River State Park (kayak)
Hotel Suggestions
Family suites with kitchenettes near Collins Ave, beachfront condos, and value hotels a short stroll to the sand.
Beyond the Beach: Don’t Miss
- Wynwood Walls street art & breweries (15–20 min drive)
- Little Havana for Cuban coffee, music and Domino Park
- Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (historic mansion)
- Everglades airboat day trip
"In Miami Beach, the shoreline you choose sets your vibe—party, pamper or peaceful family time."
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