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Ocean Drive

Address: Ocean Dr., between 1st and 22nd Sts., Miami Beach, FL, 33139 | Map It
Phone: 305/673-7714

Category: Beaches
Location: Miami Beach

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Fodor's Review:

The stretch of beach along Ocean Drive—primarily the 10-block stretch from 5th to 15th streets—is one of the most talked-about beachfronts in America. The beach is wide, white, and bathed by warm aquamarine waves. Separating the sand from the traffic of Ocean Drive is palm-fringed Lummus Park, with its volleyball nets and chickee huts (huts made of palmetto thatch over a cypress frame) for shade. The beach also plays host to some of the funkiest lifeguard stands you'll ever see, pop stars shooting music videos, and visitors from all over the world. The beach at 12th Street is popular with gays. Locals hang out on 3rd Street beach, where they watch fit Brazilians play foot volley, a variation of volleyball that uses everything but the hands! Because much of South Beach has an adult flavor—women are often casually topless—many families prefer Mid- and North Beach. Unless you're parking south of 3rd Street, metered spaces near the waterfront are rarely empty. Instead, opt for a public garage and walk; you'll have lots of fun people-watching, too.

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