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South Beach: Traveler Reviews

Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139 (Nautilus)
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Ranked #7 of 41 attractions in Miami Beach
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Type: Beaches
Activities: People-watching, Sunbathing, City walk sightseeing, Nightlife, Dining, Group tours/walking tour
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Owner description: People watching is a great pastime in Miami's South Beach, which draws celebrities and beautiful people in skimpy swim attire to see and be seen. The... more » Owner description: People watching is a great pastime in Miami's South Beach, which draws celebrities and beautiful people in skimpy swim attire to see and be seen. The wide and fine, white sand-covered beaches are popular spots for fashion photo shoots, so you're sure to see models. The area is known for its hip clubs and wild nightlife as well as numerous excellent restaurants. « less
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north port
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63 reviews 63 reviews
30 attraction reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Nice”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 16, 2012

This is the beach area you always hear about in Florida. It's legendary but it can also be crowded, depending on the season. You gotta go at least once.

Visited December 2011
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Suisse
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25 reviews 25 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“Nice sandy beaches but nothing else”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 16, 2012

South Miami beaches are great sandy and large beaches but overall you get there to say "I was there". We've travelled extensively around the world and saw far better beaches in South America or the Red Sea, so great beach watcher, nice atmosphere, but don't expect too much.

Visited November 2012
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New York City, New York
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35 reviews 35 reviews
22 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
“Best Place”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 15, 2012

It's probably really touristy, but if you are looking to have a good time you have to stay here. You will find everything on the strip.

Visited December 2011
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São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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22 reviews 22 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Party every night”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 14, 2012

Every night there is something that brings a good mood and it is perfect for having a good time, the famous ocean drive, the restaurants, the nightclubs, it is really something ...

Visited August 2012
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Ormond Beach
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“A lovely, congested, lively place with lots of excitement and restaurants. Good people watching”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 13, 2012

We think it is a great place to visit and relax and nothing that we disliked. Los of electricity in the air. Like going on vacation without leaving the country.

Visited July 2012
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