Southeast Florida

Travel Guide

Everglades National Park showing general coastal views and a sunset
Everglades National Park showing general coastal views and a sunset
Miami showing a city, a bay or harbor and night scenes
Miami
Fort Lauderdale showing a garden, a pond and tropical scenes

Flavor and fragrance is everywhere in this part of Florida, from the Latin spice of MiamiOpens in a new window, to the Margaritaville vibes of Key WestOpens in a new window, to the eucalyptus-scented Everglades.

Cultural aficionados, beachcombers and outdoor enthusiasts alike will find something to love in Southeast Florida. Explore museums, galleries, beaches, historic sites and more in this pocket of the state.

Discover the opulent luxury of Palm Beach. Walk around Worth Avenue, where art galleries, luxury stores and world-class restaurants converge. Enjoy a similarly luxurious atmosphere inland in West Palm Beach. Check out the Norton Museum of ArtOpens in a new window, South Florida Science Museum and Palm Beach Zoo for hours of amusement for the whole family.

Make your way down the Atlantic coast through affluent beach communities, such as Boynton Beach, Boca RatonOpens in a new window, Pompano BeachOpens in a new window and Fort LauderdaleOpens in a new window. Check out the galleries and museums in Delray Beach. Stroll along Blue Wave Beach on Hollywood’s Broadwalk walkway.

Explore the melting pot that is Miami. Browse through the markets of Little San Juan and the antiques and art of the Design District. Get authentic Cuban food and hand-rolled cigars in the Little HavanaOpens in a new window district. Shop, dine and dance in the Bayside Marketplace. South BeachOpens in a new window, a neighborhood of Miami, is a destination in and of itself. Enjoy the round-the-clock nightlife or catch some rays on the beach.

Continue south to Key LargoOpens in a new window, the gateway to the famous Florida KeysOpens in a new window. Paddle around the spectacular reefs in John Pennekamp Coral Reef State ParkOpens in a new window. Dive into the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and see if you can find the Christ of the Abyss statue resting on the ocean floor.

At the other end of the Florida Keys, considered the very bottom of the United States, find Key West. Country singer Jimmy Buffett made this place famous, but it’s a lot more than Margaritaville. Visit Ernest Hemingway Home and MuseumOpens in a new window to learn about the fabled author. Take a boat or seaplane to the pristine Dry Tortugas National ParkOpens in a new window.

No visit to Florida is complete without experiencing Everglades National ParkOpens in a new window. Spot alligators languishing in its seemingly endless swamplands.

Visit Southeast Florida throughout the year. Come for its warm weather and sunny beaches, but stay for its plethora of natural and cultural activities.

Where to stay in Southeast Florida

South Beach featuring landscape views, a sandy beach and a skyscraper

South Beach

5/5(1 area review)

Visitors to South Beach rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife, and great live music. You might also want to make some time to see Collins Avenue Shopping Area or Lummus Park Beach while you're exploring the neighborhood.

South Beach
Miami, Florida, USA - Jan 2016: Luxurious condominiums and hi-rises, and beautiful palm trees in Brickell Bay Drive.

Brickell

Known for its pristine beaches and ample dining options, there's plenty to explore in Brickell. You can visit top attractions like Brickell City Centre and Brickell Ave Bridge, and jump on the metro at Brickell Metromover Station or Financial District Metromover Station to see more of the city.

Brickell
Downtown Miami which includes night scenes, a city and a river or creek

Downtown Miami

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Miami. Check out top attractions like Bayside Marketplace and Brickell City Centre, and jump on the metro at First Street Metromover Station or Knight Center Metromover Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Miami
Shot from the Palmetto expressway.

Doral

A noteworthy feature of Doral is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out CityPlace Doral and Miami International Mall.

Doral
Streets of Las Olas Boulevard vibrate with energy and life during evening hours in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

East Fort Lauderdale

If you're spending some time in East Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.

East Fort Lauderdale
EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018

Flamingo/Lummus

If you're spending some time in Flamingo/Lummus, Collins Avenue Shopping Area and Espanola Way and Washington Avenue are top sights worth seeing.

Flamingo/Lummus
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach

4 out of 5
1140 Seabreeze Blvd Fort Lauderdale FL
The price is P12,273 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P12,273
P16,817 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 3 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,547 reviews)
Bathroom had a sewage smell. Sink did not drain well, room was freezing even though ac was off. Couldn’t put heat on. Don’t like the fact that cash is not accepted. Won’t stay here again. Was much better when it was The Yankee Clipper!!!

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Fontainebleau Miami Beach

4.5 out of 5
4441 Collins Avenue Miami Beach FL
The price is P18,749 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P18,749
P24,880 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Miami Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (7,861 reviews)
The room had several issues. Phone was not working right and hot water was lukewarm. The amenities were ok. The reason I booked was because I wanted to use the hot tubs and they were luke warm. Additionally, I requested a refridgerator for medical reasons and it never came.

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Kompose Boutique Hotel Miami Airport

Kompose Boutique Hotel Miami Airport

3 out of 5
3401 NW 25th St Miami FL
The price is P6,570 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
P6,570
P8,119 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miami. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Kaseya Center ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,718 reviews)
Kind of a dump

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Kompose Boutique Hotel Miami Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
South River Suites

South River Suites

3.5 out of 5
12484 NW South River Drive Miami FL
Stay at this aparthotel in Miami. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Westland Mall and Shula's Golf Club are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (868 reviews)
Better than most in Orlando. Newly remodeled room

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

South River Suites
Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort by Vacatia

Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort by Vacatia

4.5 out of 5
909 Breakers Ave Fort Lauderdale FL
Book a stay at this luxury condo in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Fort Lauderdale Beach and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (514 reviews)
The room was good. I’m probably not the best person to review since I typically stay at places like the Ritz Carlton. I was short on time so needed a quick getaway and my high end hotels were all sold out.. it did feel like I was in an apartment.. this would be perfect for the average lower middle ...

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort by Vacatia
Smart Brickell Hotel

Smart Brickell Hotel

4 out of 5
239 SW 9th St Miami FL
Stay at this aparthotel in Miami. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Room was very sterile, no decoration whatsoever. Shower had no shelf for any toiletries. Bathroom sink was extremely small. No tv in living area.

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Smart Brickell Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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