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Places to See in Miami Beach, Florida

Published Jan 17, 2011 by the RoomStays Editorial Team
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Places to See in Miami Beach, Florida

From being a former mangrove area, Miami Beach has now grown into one of best beach resorts in the United States and around the world. Not only is it popular for its divine sunshine, sand and surf but also for its hot nightlife, rich Latin culture and Art Deco.

Natural Attractions

The city has over 7 miles of white sand bordered by clear blue waters that is perfect for any beach activity from simple sunbathing to sand and water sports. For some greenery sightings, visit the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, the city’s green space that is home to numerous subtropical plant and flower species spread all over a 4.5-acre property.

City Landmarks

Never miss on Miami Beach landmarks for some photo opportunities. Make sure to view the manmade Flagler Memorial Island from the Flamingo Hotel. Also never miss the Versace mansion in Ocean Drive, which is one of North America’s most photographed homes. Other must-see city landmarks include the Holocaust Memorial on Miami Beach and the historic and luxurious Fontainebleau Hotel.

Artistic Heritage

Visit the Miami Beach Architectural District, which very heart is Ocean Drive. Also called the Miami Beach Art Deco District, it is well-known for having the largest Art Deco architecture worldwide including Art Deco hotels and over 950 historic buildings. It is also the location of the Wolfsonian–Florida International University which has a museum with 120,000 art pieces from the U.S. and Europe. To view the artworks of some of South Florida’s artists, visit the Art Center/South Florida for free.

Shopping Sites

Known as a fashionista’s paradise, Miami Beach has a lot of shopping venues. Head to Collins and Washington Avenues to shop in designer shops and boutiques, all within walking distance from each other. The nearby pedestrian mall, Lincoln Road, is also teeming with shops including cafes, restaurants and galleries. Also try shopping for goods at Espanola Way and Bal Harbour.

Miami Entertainment

The nightlife is also not to be missed in Miami Beach with its clubs and bars with cool DJs. The city’s promise of a fun and late night even draws some of the top celebrities in the country. Schedule a trip to Miami Beach in late March to early April for a nearly three-week Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition. This annual fair offers the best of Miami Beach’s food, music, crafts and entertainment including a daily Mardi Gras parade.

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May 29, 2011
by
Stu Johnson

WELCOME TO MIAMI!

I am a resident of Miami Beach, and I just want to welcome to any guest who is interested in a visit.

I know, Miami is already well known. Miami heat is known for melting people, too! I know. But you could also enjoy the heat, sand, sunshine, surf. Every aspect of Miami makes an interesting mix if you allow it to make you feel welcome.

If you don’t know where to stay, you can check out the Hilton Garden Inn Miami Airport. it would be the one closest to the airport. at least you get to have a place to stay without the troubles.

I could go on and on about the beaches, but then again, perhaps you know about that already. So how about I tell you where to go aside from the beach?

First off you might want to see the Holocaust Memorial. Then it is off to the Art Deco District or maybe Collis Avenue for a little shopping. But I suggest coming at the time of Mardi Gras parades. It is the BEST time to visit.

Sep 17, 2011
by
Susan Z. Smith

Miami Beach is a slice of heaven!

Doesn’t everybody love going to beaches? I personally love going to Miami Beach, not just because of the beaches, but because it has always been a favorite vacation spot for me. I find it so relaxing staying there.

One of my favorites is the South Beach Massage and Bodywork. As what the name says, it’s all about relaxing and then having some body work done. LOL It’s just really fun and relaxing...

Now if you want to see something interesting, I would suggest the Haulover Beach Park. If you haven’t been to a public nude beach, this would be the time. It is not exactly unusual, but for some people, it could be unusual in one way or another.

If you want to just “chill” I suggest visiting Lincoln Road. It’s one of my favorite parts in Miami Beach because it has all the restaurants, shops, and cafes that really just let you enjoy your visit.

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