What is the fanciest beach in Miami?

Surfside Beach is best known for its upscale resorts and pristine sandy shores. Located between Bal Harbor and North Beach, this small stretch of sand is a local favorite for a relaxed day in the sun. It's one of the less crowded beaches near Miami.



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13 Best Beaches in Miami With Turquoise Waters and Stunning White Sand
  • 01 of 13. Crandon Park Beach. ...
  • 02 of 13. Lummus Park. ...
  • 03 of 13. Hobie Beach. ...
  • 04 of 13. South Pointe Beach. ...
  • 05 of 13. Samson Oceanfront Park. ...
  • 06 of 13. Historic Virginia Key Beach Park. ...
  • 07 of 13. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park. ...
  • 08 of 13. Hollywood Beach.


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Crandon Park Beach has the clearest water among all beaches in Miami.

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Encompassing the southern tip of the island that is Miami Beach, South Beach is the ultimate spot for people-watching and anyone who is looking to see and be seen. You'll find a mix of locals and tourists posted up along its two-mile waterfront, which is peppered with hotels from Ocean Drive to Collins Avenue.

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Stars love to while away the day on South Beach for the quintessential Miami beach experience. The beach is on Ocean Drive, across the street from many famous nightclubs.

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For the ultimate in seclusion, check out some of the area's state parks. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park in Santa Rosa Beach is often called the most pristine piece of coastal property in Florida.

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The 20 best clear-water beaches in Florida are:
  • St. Andrews State Park, Panama City Beach.
  • Bean Point Beach, Anna Maria Island.
  • Inlet Beach, South Walton.
  • Clearwater Beach, Clearwater.
  • Destin Beach, Emerald Coast.
  • Smathers Beach, Key West.
  • Navarre Beach, Florida Gulf Coast.
  • Blue Mountain Beach, Santa Rosa Beach.


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While South Beach's famed beaches and wild party scene are undoubtedly its biggest draws, this famous oceanfront neighborhood is full of world-class shopping, historic architecture and hidden gems, including hidden speakeasy bars and some of the best restaurants in Miami.

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South Beach, Miami Beautiful people, flashy cars, skimpy bathing suits, Art Deco architecture: It's all here on the 2.2-mile white sand stretch that makes up Florida's most famous beach.

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Ocean Drive is the quintessential Miami boulevard – think cute cafes, beachgoers, art deco digs, and booming all-night gigs. The avenue runs parallel to the Atlantic Ocean, with a row of busy venues on one side and the beachfront Lummus Park on the other.

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Miracle Mile, the heart of Downtown Coral Gables, is one of Miami's most desirable shopping destinations. The brainchild of historic developer George Merrick, the neighborhood has been dubbed “The City Beautiful” because of its unique architecture.

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North Beach The beach here is classic Miami: huge swathes of smooth, white sand, glistening blue waves, and little grass-covered dunes. North Beach is a recreational beach. The North Beach Oceanside Park, the Normandy Shores Golf Club, and the North Beach Bandshell are all world-class destinations in the safe sea.

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Alys Beach is a study in geometry. Of still life and life abounding. Stark white structures, canvased by cerulean sky.

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Panama City Beach. Known for having the beaches with the clearest water in Florida you can not miss this Emerald Coast classic.

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To start off our list, we are starting with the absolute best, Siesta Key. This beach is located on the Gulf Coast of Florida and is world-renowned for its powdery white sand. The sand is so fine and soft that it feels like you're walking on talcum powder.

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Set in Biscayne Bay, the man-made barrier island is called Indian Creek, though its elite population that includes Tom Brady and Ivanka Trump has inspired the nickname “Billionaire Bunker.” Bezos's new ultra-private digs rest on a 2.8-acre waterfront plot with a swimming pool and lush palm trees amongst dense ...

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North Beach is the quieter and more relaxed of the three beaches in Miami. Here you'll find plenty of space to sunbathe, build sandcastles, or just enjoy the sound of the waves crashing against the shore.

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The 50% Rule is a regulation of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) that prohibits improvements to a structure exceeding 50% of its market value unless the entire structure is brought into full compliance with current flood regulations.

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