Its peaceful beaches with crystal clear waters, modern hotels and sophisticated shops make this one of the favorite destinations for tourists from all over the world.
If there is a stereotype of Miami with beautiful white sand beaches, girls in bikinis and a peculiar art deco architecture it is thanks to South Beach, an area within Miami Beach that owes its fame to its lively restaurants, bars and nightclubs where it is not uncommon to run into famous celebrities.
A reference in numerous TV series and classic films such as “Caracortada”, during the day the activities of this lively area focus on Lummus Park (on Ocean Drive), a boardwalk with green areas ideal to see and be seen. Here the girls skate in tiny bikinis while the boys show off their torsos riding bicycles and the athletes fight in hard-fought beach volleyball matches.
In front of this point, is the famous Colony Hotel, icon of the architectural current known as art deco (which developed between the 20s and 40s of the last century). The cube shape and pastel colors characterize this style of which South Beach is proud to keep dozens of buildings in perfect condition (between blocks 6 and 15 of Ocean Drive).
Another tourist spot on this artery is the mansion that belonged to the late Gianni Versace, which has been converted into a luxurious hotel.
Near this area there are also points to rent bicycles during the day, as well as comosegways (motorized two-wheeled vehicles.
LATE AFTERNOON
In South Beach you can breathe fun everywhere and the lively terraces of its hotels are ideal to receive the night with a good mojito or beer in hand.
Among the busiest places is the terrace bar of the Clevelander Hotel, which is one of the most visited in Miami, due to its popular pool parties with the best live DJs.
The evening can continue at Mango’s, where you can enjoy a dinner show with a Tropicana-style show with the best of Latin and Caribbean music.
But if you are looking to dance late into the night in more sophisticated environments, the Nikki Beach, Mansion and Set nightclubs are the best options because they have the most fun parties and the continuous presence of Hollywood celebrities who pass through Miami. And if you like to eat something out of the disco, you can’t miss a tour of Jerry’s, a famous restaurant (open 24 hours a day) where you will find the best burgers and milkshakes in the city.
PARADISE SHOPPING
Miami is internationally recognized as an ideal destination for shopping and South Beach could not be the exception. Therefore, between 5th and 10th streets of the central Collins Av. (parallel to Ocean Drive), you will find more than thirty stores of exclusive brands such as Armani, Ralph Lauren, Nicole Miller, Tommy Hilfiger, Kenneth Cole and other renowned designers. If you are looking for department stores, such as Banana Republic or Gap, or to acquire some technological object, we recommend walking to Lincoln Road Boulevard.
