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Places to Visit in South Florida

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Top places to visit

1. Fort Lauderdale Beach

Having shed its reputation as merely a spring break destination for college students, this stretch of coast is enjoying a renaissance and a very different audience. Fort Lauderdale Beach has transformed itself over the past two decades, through efforts of the local town council, and is today one of Florida’s most stylish stretches of coast. Visit and experience today’s Fort Lauderdale.

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Fort Lauderdale Beach featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and a sandy beach

2. Hollywood Beach

Adorned with a range of cafés, restaurants and deluxe resorts, Hollywood Beach is the principal strand in the heart of the Florida town of Hollywood. It runs alongside the busy Hollywood Broadwalk and offers all types of entertaining activities. Cycle along the promenade, taking in the sights of the sandy stretch and the Atlantic Ocean beyond it.

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Hollywood Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach

3. Ocean Drive

Nothing says Miami quite like the neon signs of Ocean Drive shining into a muggy evening as the sounds of music and laughter drift into the street. Built almost entirely during a huge construction boom in the 1920s, the street is both an aesthetic wonder, with its coordinating pastel-colored art deco façades, and one of Miami Beach’s hottest spots for nightlife. Move from bar to hotel to restaurant in search of a new drink fruitier and more tropical than the last. Return in the daytime to admire Miami in its full glory.

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4. Las Olas Boulevard

Las Olas Boulevard is a long and lovely stretch from Fort Lauderdale Beach to the central business district of Andrews Avenue where exclusive boutiques and chic restaurants sit comfortably alongside trendy art galleries and museums.

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Streets of Las Olas Boulevard vibrate with energy and life during evening hours in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

5. Siesta Key Beach

Siesta Beach has earned a reputation of being among the most beautiful in the United States. The beach is known for its crystal-clear water and powdery white sand, made almost entirely of pure white quartz. The soft, clean sands are reflective so it’s never too hot underfoot, despite the warm Florida sun. Siesta Key’s public beach is equipped with all the amenities necessary for a full day of relaxing on the soft sands and splashing around in the clear, shallow water.

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Recommended things to do in South Florida

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What to do in South Florida

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Fort Lauderdale Beach

With seven miles of flawless beach, a team of dedicated lifeguards and luxury retailers and restaurants, this is the perfect Florida vacation destination.

Port of Miami

Explore the waterfront in Miami Beach with a trip to Port of Miami. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Hollywood Beach

Ice cream parlors, a music stage and a water playground are among the highlights of the lively boulevard backing onto this picturesque beach.

Port Everglades

Explore the waterfront of Port Everglades in Dania Beach, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Hard Rock Stadium

Catch an event at Hard Rock Stadium during your trip to Miami Gardens. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Ocean Drive

Miami’s famous strip is not only a gathering point for partiers but well worth the visit for lovers of 1920s art deco architecture.

Las Olas Boulevard

Fine dining, high-end shopping, art, culture and more – just minutes from Fort Lauderdale Beach.

Aerial view of guitar shaped Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino structure illuminated with bright neon colorful lights in Hollywood, Florida

Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood

Why not try your luck with a visit to Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Hollywood? Discover the area's breathtaking sunrises and shops.

Siesta Key Beach

The soft, white sand on Siesta Key’s award-winning family-friendly beach is perfect for relaxing under a sun umbrella and taking part in a game of volleyball.

Explore areas of South Florida

South Beach

4.5/5(90 area reviews)

Party with the rich and famous in possibly the most glamorous ocean-front setting.

Downtown Miami

4/5(26 area reviews)

There’s always something fun and interesting happening in the Sunshine State’s busiest city center, from shows and shopping to history and art.

Brickell

3/5(2 area reviews)

Known for its beaches and abundant dining options, there's plenty to explore in Brickell. Top attractions like Brickell City Centre and Brickell Ave Bridge are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Brickell Metromover Station or Financial District Metromover Station to see more of the city.

Old Town Key West

While visiting Old Town Key West, you might make a stop by sights like Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.

Siesta Key Village

Siesta Key Village is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Siesta Key Beach and Siesta Key Farmers Market, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Siesta Key.

East Fort Lauderdale

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in East Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.

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