Southeast Florida Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Everglades National Park which includes general coastal views and a sunset
Everglades National Park which includes general coastal views and a sunset
Miami showing a city, a bay or harbor and night scenes
Miami
Fort Lauderdale which includes a garden, a pond and landscape views

Flavour and fragrance is everywhere in this part of Florida, from the Latin spice of MiamiOpens in a new window, to the Margaritaville vibes of Key WestOpens in a new window, to the eucalyptus-scented Everglades.

Cultural aficionados, beachcombers and outdoor enthusiasts alike will find something to love in Southeast Florida. Explore museums, galleries, beaches, historic sites and more in this pocket of the state.

Discover the opulent luxury of Palm Beach. Walk around Worth Avenue, where art galleries, luxury stores and world-class restaurants converge. Enjoy a similarly luxurious atmosphere inland in West Palm Beach. Check out the Norton Museum of ArtOpens in a new window, South Florida Science Museum and Palm Beach Zoo for hours of amusement for the whole family.

Make your way down the Atlantic coast through affluent beach communities, such as Boynton Beach, Boca RatonOpens in a new window, Pompano BeachOpens in a new window and Fort LauderdaleOpens in a new window. Check out the galleries and museums in Delray Beach. Stroll along Blue Wave Beach on Hollywood’s Broadwalk walkway.

Explore the melting pot that is Miami. Browse through the markets of Little San Juan and the antiques and art of the Design District. Get authentic Cuban food and hand-rolled cigars in the Little HavanaOpens in a new window district. Shop, dine and dance in the Bayside Marketplace. South BeachOpens in a new window, a neighborhood of Miami, is a destination in and of itself. Enjoy the round-the-clock nightlife or catch some rays on the beach.

Continue south to Key LargoOpens in a new window, the gateway to the famous Florida KeysOpens in a new window. Paddle around the spectacular reefs in John Pennekamp Coral Reef State ParkOpens in a new window. Dive into the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and see if you can find the Christ of the Abyss statue resting on the ocean floor.

At the other end of the Florida Keys, considered the very bottom of the United States, find Key West. Country singer Jimmy Buffett made this place famous, but it’s a lot more than Margaritaville. Visit Ernest Hemingway Home and MuseumOpens in a new window to learn about the fabled author. Take a boat or seaplane to the pristine Dry Tortugas National ParkOpens in a new window.

No visit to Florida is complete without experiencing Everglades National ParkOpens in a new window. Spot alligators languishing in its seemingly endless swamplands.

Visit Southeast Florida throughout the year. Come for its warm weather and sunny beaches, but stay for its plethora of natural and cultural activities.

Where to stay in Southeast Florida

South Beach showing swimming, skyline and a sandy beach

South Beach

4.5/5(90 area reviews)

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and great live music? A visit to South Beach might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Collins Avenue Shopping Area and Lummus Park Beach.

South Beach
Downtown Miami which includes night scenes, a city and a river or creek

Downtown Miami

4/5(26 area reviews)

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Miami. Check out top attractions like Bayside Marketplace and Brickell City Centre, and jump on the metro at First Street Metromover Station or Knight Center Metromover Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Miami
Miami, Florida, USA - Jan 2016: Luxurious condominiums and hi-rises, and beautiful palm trees in Brickell Bay Drive.

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 Mary Brickell Village are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Brickell Metromover Station or Financial District Metromover Station to see more of the city.

Brickell
EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018

Flamingo/Lummus

If you're spending some time in Flamingo/Lummus, Collins Avenue Shopping Area and Espanola Way and Washington Avenue are top sights worth seeing.

Flamingo/Lummus
Shot from the Palmetto expressway.

Doral

A noteworthy feature of Doral is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out CityPlace Doral and Miami International Mall.

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

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.

East Fort Lauderdale
Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Fontainebleau Miami Beach

4.5 out of 5
4441 Collins Avenue Miami Beach FL
Stay at this luxury hotel in Miami Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7,642 reviews)
Room was amazing. Pool area was beautiful.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Park Central South Beach

Park Central South Beach

4 out of 5
640 Ocean Dr Miami Beach FL
The price is NZ$412 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
NZ$412
21 Jan - 22 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Miami Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (684 reviews)
Good ocean view, nice classic rooms

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Park Central South Beach
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale

Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale

2 out of 5
2460 W State Road 84 Fort Lauderdale FL
The price is NZ$179 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
NZ$179
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (5,253 reviews)
Room was pretty basic. What we liked was the free airport and cruise shuttles. Excellent staff who worked well with our travel plans

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Smart Brickell Hotel

Smart Brickell Hotel

4 out of 5
239 SW 9th St Miami FL
Stay at this aparthotel in Miami. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (883 reviews)
Excellent and friendly staff (especially the lady that checked us in!). Beautiful and clean rooms Amazing and clean facilities

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Smart Brickell Hotel
South River Suites

South River Suites

3.5 out of 5
12484 NW South River Drive Miami FL
Stay at this aparthotel in Miami. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Westland Mall and Shula's Golf Club are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (754 reviews)
The staff was very nice .

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

South River Suites
Sentral Wynwood

Sentral Wynwood

4 out of 5
51 NW 26th St Miami FL
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Miami. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,686 reviews)
The room was overall very nice. A few things to note is that it is an apartment building so some people live there or rent out their apartments. There should be some more towel racks or hooks in the bathroom to hang your towels. There was only one rack for a room that could sleep 4 people. A shower ...

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Sentral Wynwood
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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