Welcome to Miami Beach
A thriving city home to beautiful beaches and architecture
Located in Miami-Dade County is Miami Beach, a sparkling barrier island city nestled between Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. With year-round warm, breezy weather, affluent residential neighborhoods, and panoramic sea views, Miami Beach is one of the most popular destinations for luxurious living on the east coast. Known for its Art Deco architecture, Miami Beach has no shortage of bright colors, geometric patterns, and ultramodern, iconic buildings throughout its historic district and downtown areas. Miami Beach homeowners can find themselves soaking up the Florida sun in upscale condominiums, Mediterranean-style villas, and modern mansions.
What to Love
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Home to several incredible private island communities with sandy beaches or waterfront amenities
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Exceptional shopping destinations and dining options
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Minutes away from gorgeous white sand beaches
Local Lifestyle
Residents of Miami Beach can find a luxurious, tropical living experience where every day feels like a relaxing vacation. Its dense urban-suburban atmosphere provides its citizens with nearby amenities like restaurants, shopping districts, beaches, and both daytime and nighttime entertainment. Many of its neighborhoods are walkable and those that aren’t are only minutes away from anything its residents could ever need or want.
Dining, Shopping & Entertainment
Partake in Venetian-style cuisine in a lush garden setting at Cecconi’s Miami. Its
chic atmosphere and menu boasting oven-fired meats and delectable pasta dishes like rigatoni beef bolognese and lobster spaghetti create a lavish dining experience both locals and visitors love. For mouthwatering seafood and aged meats, visit Joe’s Stone Crab. Transport yourself to the height of culinary fare with dishes like jumbo stone crab claws, fried lobster tails, New York strip, and bone-in ribeye.
Miami Beach is famous for its shopping scene. Stroll along Lincoln Road and peruse more than 200 high-end shops, boutiques, and art galleries. Find the latest fashion styles at stores like All Saints, Lululemon Athletica, and Ted Baker, or search for the perfect gift at LUSH Cosmetics and Alex & Ani. Peruse the racks to your heart’s desire and then take a scenic walk along the Lincoln Road Beachwalk for beautiful views of sand and water.
Things to Do
Take a ferry or boat to Fisher Island, a lavish neighborhood located just south of Miami Beach. Dip your toes in the sand along its shoreline or explore this private community in hopes of seeing the celebrities that live there. Treat yourself to a stay at Miami Beach’s most exclusive hotel, Soho Beach House. Take part in amenities like a private beach, beach bar, outdoor pool with daybeds, and state-of-the-art gym while surrounded by eye-catching Art Deco designs. Get in touch with nature at Miami Beach Botanical Gardens. While there, enjoy a picnic in the Japanese Garden or take a relaxing yoga class. Golf lovers flock to Miami Beach Golf Club for its 18-hole course and certified instructors. After a day on the green, cool off with a cocktail at the club’s restaurant. If you’re a boat owner, take advantage of Sunset Harbour Yacht Club’s membership with a premier spot for your vessel at its boutique marina. After a leisurely day on the water, sip on a handcrafted beverage and socialize with friends at the clubhouse.
Schools
The community of Miami Beach is serviced by the Miami-Dade School District. Schools of recognition include:
Public:
- South Pointe Elementary School, grades Pre-K–5
- North Beach Elementary School, grades K–5
- Mater Academy at Mount Sinai, grades K–5
- Miami Beach Feinberg/Fisher, grades K–8
- Nautilus Middle School, grades 6–8
- Miami Beach Senior High School, grades 9–12
Private:
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Lehrman Community Day School, grades Pre-K–5
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Montessori Academy at St. John’s, grades Pre-K–5
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The Cushman School, grades Pre-K–12
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Miami County Day School, grades Pre-K–12