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1. 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

2. 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

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

Meaning “The Waves” in Spanish, Las Olas is an apt name for this 4-kilometre boulevard that runs up from the beach. Out of this, a 1.6-kilometre stretch bustles with small independent shops, restaurants, bars, and spas. Colourful umbrellas dot the boulevard, protecting al fresco diners from the sun’s strong rays, while the tree-lined boulevard provide shoppers with shade.

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

5. Sawgrass Mills

The Sawgrass Mills mall is home to more than 350 name-brand stores and outlets. One of the largest shopping malls in Florida, Sawgrass is touted as the state’s second-most-popular attraction after Disney World. Encompassing 440 acres (180 hectares) of space, this alligator-shaped mall attracts more than 26 million shoppers every year. Join locals and tourists in hunting for discounts and enjoy a meal at one of the complex’s two enormous food courts or dine-in restaurants.

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What to do in South Florida

Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Las Olas Boulevard

This vibrant district packed with chic boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants offers a welcome break from the beach.

Dolphin Mall

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Dolphin Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Miami. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

Sawgrass Mills

One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.

Areas of South Florida

South Beach

4.5/5(411 area reviews)

You can't go to Miami without hitting South Beach, world-famous for celebrity-spotting, great beaches and its cool Art Deco style.

Brickell

4.5/5(4 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.

Downtown Miami

4/5(94 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.

Old Town Key West

5/5(6 area reviews)

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

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.

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.

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