Do you have to pay for South Beach?


Do you have to pay for South Beach? South Beach is a public beach that's free and open to everyone. And it's easily accessible by foot, though the most scenic part on the southern end, via Lummus Park, which runs along Ocean Drive from 5th to 15th streets.


How do you spend a day in South Beach?

Explore Ocean Drive Ocean Drive is a beautiful strip, as you might have guessed, along the ocean front. Here you'll find a lot of cool looking buildings, restaurants and people! Whether you choose to walk along the sidewalk of the street or on the beach side, you'll enjoy the views either way.


Where do you park when visiting South Beach?

South Beach Parking
  • 745 Meridian Ave. - Spots 1-4. (138) ...
  • 1437 Collins Ave. - Z Ocean Parking Garage - Valet. (182) ...
  • 1451 Ocean Dr. - Shopps of ll Villaggio - Garage. (49) ...
  • 1440 Michigan Ave. - Lot. 13 min(0.6 mi) ...
  • 627 Collins Ct. - The Goodtime Hotel Valet Garage. ...
  • Abae Hotel - 1215 West Avenue - Valet Garage. 13 min(0.6 mi)


Why is South Beach so popular?

South Beach is known for its party scene, and there's something for everyone. When it comes to fashion, Miami South Beach is definitely a place to see and be seen. There are many boutiques and stores to explore, so take your time and enjoy trying on new things.


Do people swim in South Beach?

You'll see some people swimming, kids splashing around, and couples taking the long way along the surf. But the majority of the crowd seems perfectly content to stay posing—err, seated—on the sand. Can we go barefoot? The farther north you go on Miami Beach, the narrower—and less white-sand—the beach becomes.