Miami Beach Vacation & Tourism Guide

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Miami Beach is a finger of land separating Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, connected by five causeways to the mainland. At its southern tip is South Beach, known as the Art Deco District, or SoBe, containing an eclectic mix of chic restaurants, boutiques, delicatessens, produce markets, outdoor cafes and nightclubs. The palm shaded beach side of Ocean Drive in Miami Beach attracts families to its wide, sandy beach and childrens play area. For sun, sand and tropical beauty, Miami Beach is the place to be.

Great Recommendations from Real Travelers

1. The Anglers Boutique Resort Star_rating-4

Real Traveler Rating: 4.8 out of 5 based on 138 reviews from 5 sources

from $152.95
The Anglers Boutique Resort
Based on 138 reviews from 5 sources.
Service: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.9 out of 5
  • "Wonderful hotel, great location, great service, awesome restaurant." — source Expedia

    " The room was clean." — source Priceline

2. The Tides

The Tides
Star_rating-4
from $170.46

3. The Hotel of South Beach

The Hotel of South Beach
Star_rating-4
from $188.00

4. Loews Hotel

Loews Hotel
Star_rating-5
from $167.68

5. Eden Roc Renaissance...

Eden Roc Renaissance Resort and Spa
Star_rating-4
from $154.09

6. Courtyard By Marriott...

Courtyard By Marriott Miami Beach Oceanfront
Star_rating-3
from $119.20

7. The Ritz-Carlton Sout...

The Ritz-Carlton South Beach
Star_rating-5
from $423.20

8. The Betsy Hotel

The Betsy Hotel
Star_rating-4
from $399.20

9. Marriott South Beach

Marriott South Beach
Star_rating-4
from $168.39

10. Raleigh Miami Beach

Raleigh Miami Beach
Star_rating-4
from $203.52
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  • 1. South Beach

    South Beach

    ... Miami's South Beach is famous for its art deco architecture and influx of restaurants, nightclubs, shops, and hotels. events ... more

     Real Travelers who've been to South Beach

    Edmond Edmond in South Beach, Miami said

    … Kiran visited. When we were not bickering, our favourite past time, we clubbed in South Beach at the ever popular “Mango… continue reading »

  • 2. Blue

    Blue

    South Beach meets Manhattan's East Village in this cozy, chrome-and-chic bar with live DJs ... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Blue

    Edmond Edmond in Miami said

    … though.Occasionally I'd enjoy some of the latest that rhythm and blues has to offer, then I realize why I find them more… continue reading »

  • 3. Spiga

    Spiga

    Located in the beautiful Hotel Impala , this popular Italian eatery offers indoor and patio ... more

  • 4. Jazid

    Jazid

    This intimate nightspot hosts some of the best jazz and blues musicians in the area. The ... more

  • 5. Bass Museum of Art

    Bass Museum of Art

    topics: european art. more

  • 6. Ocean Drive

    Ocean Drive

    ... cavort around Ocean Drive and dine in its sumptuous restaurants and sidewalk cafés. Here you'll find the Art Deco District, where lovely boutique hotels line the beach with bright colors and 1920s design. In addition, sc... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Ocean Drive

    Ben Connor Ben Connor in Miami Beach said

    … tourist phenomenon that is, as best as I can describe it, Vegas, beach side. Oceans Drive, with its traffic of convertibles… continue reading »

  • 7. Jewish Museum of Florida

    Jewish Museum of Florida

    topics: judaica, ethnic. more

  • 8. Lost Weekend

    Lost Weekend

    In the midst of the South Beach glamour and hype is this very low-key dive bar. It is ... more

  • 9. Opium

    Opium

    One of the see-and-be-seen spots of the moment, especially on Wednesday nights, this was originally billed ... more

  • 10. Spa @ The Setai

    Spa @ The Setai

    There is no word for it in English, because nothing quite like it has ever before existed. Bearing the unmistakable imprint of legendary hotelier ... more

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  • 1. Shula's Steak House

    Shula's Steak House

    ... try Shula's in Miami Beach. This is a great place. Find this expensive restaurant in the Miami Beach area. It's known for its steak. The menu is written on a football. This place features great views. Upon entering the rest... more

  • 2. Forge Restaurant, The

    Forge Restaurant, The

    This cognac-and-cigar style restaurant is known for its comprehensive wine list. The menu features ... more

  • 3. Osteria del Teatro

    Osteria del Teatro

    ... and dining room keep in step with the neighborhood. That doesn't matter to patrons, however, who pack the restaurant and make reservations essential. Patrons often flip through the regular menu, then abandon it in favor of... more

  • 4. Wish

    Wish

    ... :Situated on the prime dining strip of Collins Avenue, Wish brings exotic culinary creations to the masses. The indoor bar and outdoor dining areas are perpetually packed, but they're also good places to wait-out a table. T... more

  • 5. Nemo

    Nemo

    ... bar and stylish dining rooms, this place is pure South Beach cool. The kitchen serves up complex world cuisine. Duck confit is paired with Indian-spiced cauliflower puree and carrot-raisin chutney; grilled anchovies come wi... more

  • 6. Grillfish

    Grillfish

    ... pews serve as banquettes, mismatched plates have been scavenged from all over, and the floor, walls and long, massive bar are so distressed they should be on Prozac. About a dozen varieties of fresh fish are offered, all ar... more

  • 7. Grazie

    Grazie

    ... this chic, contemporary eatery manages to be soothing and romantic sconce-lit hangout for locals, while at the same time, providing visitors with premiere people watching. Founding chef, Felix Pavon's elegant Northern Itali... more

  • 8. China Grill

    China Grill

    This restaurant, located in a deco tower composed of changing colored lights, has an equally ... more

  • 9. Emeril's

    Emeril's

    ... star dining in Miami Beach, try Emeril's Miami Beach. Here's a place to get good food. Located in the South Beach neighborhood, this restaurant is mildly expensive. It's known for its eclectic offerings. This place features... more

  • 10. Escopazzo

    Escopazzo

    ... celebration of the simple, wholesome goodness of true Italian cookery. Vitello tonnato, the classic combination of cold poached veal with creamy tuna sauce, is an idyllic marriage of two seemingly disparate ingredients, whi... more

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