Welcome to Miami Beach
The jewel of South Florida and a top beach destination
Miami Beach and South Beach are among the most coveted places in the world, thanks to their recognizable art déco architecture, almost year-round ideal weather, sugary beaches, outstanding dining options, and stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay. The area has undergone numerous natural and artificial modifications over the years to take its current shape and is home to a diverse array of cultural amenities and attractions.
South Beach is the southernmost neighborhood of Miami Beach, lying just south of Miami Beach’s central business district. The area is home to several famous hotels, such as The Delano, the Fontainebleau, and the Eden Roc. Miami Beach is a popular home for those who value an active lifestyle, and places like South Pointe Park and North Shore Open Space Park give residents ample opportunities to enjoy their time outdoors.
The predominant home architecture in both Miami Beach and South Beach is Art Deco, a style of architecture popular in the 1920s and 1930s whose color palettes and distinctive features highlight the town's lovely tropical atmosphere. Many of the buildings in South Beach were designed by famous architects, such as Henry Hohauser and L. Murray Dixon, and there is a diverse array of housing options. For example, the northern and central parts of Miami Beach offer communities with lavish single-family houses, while South Beach offers prestigious high-rise condos.
What to Love
- Beachfront premier
- Noteworthy, beautiful architecture
- Luxury condos
- Beautiful white sandy beaches and clear blue waters
- Art Deco architecture
- Vibrant nightlife
- Delicious food
Local Lifestyle
Locals delight in the benefits of a beachfront and an active lifestyle. People come from all over the globe to Miami owing to the area's allure, accentuated by its sunshine, sands, and vibrant restaurant scene. Residents also take advantage of the stunning beach offerings with strolls, runs, beach volleyball, people-watching, and the South Florida sun. It’s also a walkable distance to everything, so no car, bike, or scooter is needed!
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
The nightlife in Miami Beach is unrivaled, with options like drinking on roofs and dancing at upscale clubs. There are a lot of bars and clubs with DJs and musical performances, theme nights, plus drink specials. By day, serious shoppers will make the short trip across the bridge to Miami’s Design District, a latter-day retail heaven brimming with art and culture.
South Beach has many great places to eat, as well. Some of the best places to dine include Joe's Stone Crab, Prime 112, Red, and STK Steakhouse. Get dressed up and enjoy the high-end tastes of the Mediterranean at HaSalon. If you want to have your seafood flown in directly from the Mediterranean, then the elegant Estiatorio Milos is the perfect place. Drama and style abound at the Japanese-inspired mixology bar, Mila, where guests can enjoy incredible cocktails on the rooftop lounge. Looking for the ideal spot for Sunday brunch? The Ocean Grill at Setai is the go-to spot in South Beach. Finally, The Living Room at The Faena Hotel is great for small plates and bespoke cocktails.
Serious shoppers will make the trip across the causeway to Miami’s Design District, a latter-day retail heaven brimming with art and culture.
Things to Do
Miami Beach and South Beach host a variety of year-round festivals, as well as both small and large art exhibitions. Art Basel Miami Beach, for instance, is a well-known annual arts festival and fair that draws professional collectors and art lovers worldwide.
It’s a world-renowned destination for beaches and lavish ocean-side retreats, such as the upscale Soho Beach House. Influential locals and celebrities frequent Soho’s exclusive club that offers opulent lodgings, a fine dining restaurant, a bar, a pool, and a gym and fitness facility.
Visit the Adrienne Arsht Center for an evening of the arts, including broadway tours, orchestra, and local performance companies. The Fillmore, an art deco cultural magnet, regularly draws premier music and comedy acts to Miami Beach. New World Center is a more intimate venue and the home stage of the New World Symphony since its inception in 2011.
If Miami glitters, the Miami Beach Botanical Garden absorbs. This diminutive green space gives visitors a glimpse of what the land might look like had a city never been established there. Astoundingly dense and diverse, the Garden showcases native plants and trees; a Japanese garden; water gardens; and teeming microbiomes.
Bass Museum features beautiful art deco architecture, houses a sculpture garden and art galleries, and hosts a film series. Jungle Island is a great place to take the whole family, with its petting zoo, walking trails, and a wide variety of animal species that call it home.
Miami Beach and South Beach are home to many high-end events, such as boat shows, polo tournaments, and car shows. Furthermore, you can play golf at the Arthur Hills-designed Miami Beach Golf Club, which has 18 championship golf holes. You can also explore Miami's abundant parks, gardens, and marinas. Allison Park and South Pointe Park are wonderful for relaxation, picnics, and sundown viewing.
Schools
The community is served by the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. Some notable public schools in the district include:
- Miami Beach Senior High School, grades 9-12
- South Pointe Elementary School, grades pre-K-5
- Fienberg-Fisher Center, grades K-8
Some notable private schools in the area include:
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Rabbi Alexander S. Gross Hebrew Academy, grades K-12
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St. Patrick Catholic School, grades K-8
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Lehrman Community Day School, grades K-12
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St John's Montessori Academy, grades pre-K-2
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Rasg Hebrew Academy, grades pre-K-12
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Yeshiva Elementary School, grades K-12
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