10 Best Beaches in Florida: Tepid, Pastel, Sun-soaked, and Aqueous!

Clearwater Beach, Florida

Florida is synonymous with sun-soaked beaches, dancing Palm trees, fine-grain sand, blue balmy Atlantic waters, and some of the best food outlets. There are myriad best beaches in Florida offering the best vacation spots for travelers. In addition, some of the beaches here are considered as most romantic gateways in the US. The tepid waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic make Florida the best vacation spot. Here is a list of 10 such wonderful holiday attractions:

Siesta Key Beach:

Siesta Key written on the beach
Siesta Key beach

Located along the Gulf of Mexico, Siesta Key is a hugely popular attraction for couples and families alike. The fine-grain white sand of Siesta makes it extremely popular among all activities-doers i.e. from morning walkers to sunbathers to sunset photographers.

Things to Do: Relax on the beach, Go Parasailing, take a Dolphine cruise, Go fishing, Attend the Siesta Key Drum Circle, Explore Siesta key village, and Visit the sunset point.

Honeymoon Island:

Honeymoon Island -Florida
Honeymoon Island -Florida

Considered one of the most romantic gateways in Florida, Honeymoon Island beaches are the perfect couple-time spot. However, you can’t put stay on the island but on the nearby beaches.

Things to Do: Caladesi island state park, Visit South beach Pavillion, Take your pets to Dog beach, Visit Rotary Centennial nature center, the Osprey Trail, and catch sunsets.

South Miami Island:

Sunset in Miami South Beach
Sunset in Miami South Beach

Previously considered as the escape of rich and youthful people only, South Miami has now come to be associated with everyone and is worth a visit. It is one of the most famous beaches in Miami.

Things to Do:
 Visit The Bass art institute, Miami Beach Botanical garden, The Goodtime Hotel, Mac’s Club Deuce, Sunset Harbor, Lincoln Road mall, South Pointe park, New World Center, Wolfsonian-FIU, Wilzig World Erotic Art Museum, Art Deco District.

Cocoa Beach:

Cocoa Beach pier in Cape Canaveral Florida
Cocoa Beach Pier in Cape Canaveral Florida

Located in Brevard County Florida, and also known by the name of Space Coast, this beach is closest to Orlando. People usually plan a day trip to Cocoa beach from Universal studios or Disneyland and enjoy a beachy retreat.

Things to Do: Relax at the beach, Surf a wave, explore Cocoa beach Pier, Visit Ron Jon Surf Shop, Paddle the sea, Florida Surf Museum, and Visit historic Cocoa village.

Vero Beach:

Vero Beach, Florida
Vero Beach, Florida

Located along the warm waters of the Atlantic, this beach is one the famous beachy destinations in the state being famous for water sports activities, breathtaking beaches, excellent sport fishing, and various natural and cultural explorations.

Things to Do: Visit Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge, The Vero Beach Museum of Art, The environmental Learning center, the Mckee Botanical garden, the Seagrape trail, the Mclarty Treasure Museum, and The farmers market Oceanside.

West Palm Beach:

West Palm Beach, Florida
West Palm Beach, Florida skyline at night

It is one of the best tourist attractions in Florida famous for its gorgeous beaches, cultural attractions, pristine weather, and outdoor activities. It is also a food lover’s paradise with innovative food preparations.

Things to Do:  Visit Clematis street and Downtown West palm beach, The Square, Norton Museum of Art, Antique Row Art and Design District, Northwood Village, Cox Science Center and Aquarium, and Palm beach zoo.

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Daytona Beach:

Daytona Beach, Florida
Daytona Beach, Florida

Daytona is one of the world’s most famous beaches which is immensely popular amongst beach-goers. This is truly a family beach with a lot of parks, various interesting festivals, and recreational opportunities.

Things to Do: Visit the Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach Broadwalk, Daytona Beach Main Street Pier, Marine Science center, Jackie Robinson Ballpark, Cici & Hyatt Brown Museum of Art, Stetson Mansion, Angell & Phelps Chocolate factory, Ponce Inlet Lighthouse & Museum.

Panama City Beach:

Panama City Beach
Panama City Beach

Panama City Beach is considered one of the prettiest beaches with its blue-turquoise water, fine white sand, and bottlenose dolphins, that has the highest concentration there.

Things to Do: Visit Shipwreck Island Waterpark, Watch Dolphins at Gulf World Marine Park, Scale the maze at Coconut Creek Family Fun Park, Sail to the Gulf of Mexico, Visit Ripley’s believe it or not, and Check out the Escape Room.

Clearwater Beach:

Clearwater Beach Florida
Clearwater Beach Florida

ClearWater beach is a jewel in the crown of Florida’s famous Tampa Bay Area. This tropical destination is world-famous for its crystal clear water, pure-white sand, wild marine life, and dancing Palm trees along the shore.

Things to Do: Visit Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Watch Dolphins, Dine tropical buffet at Calypso Queen, Take a walk along Pier 60, take a visit to Dinner cruise, Enjoy a rollercoaster ride at Busch garden, Wander the City on a Segway tour, Take a ride at Captain Memo’s Pirate Cruise.

Sanibel Island Beach:

Sanibel Island Beach Highway
Sanibel Island Beach Highway

While most of the Islands have substantial crowds already, Sanibel is a popular tourist attraction but with more of the wildlife refuge. In fact, Sanibel has some of the best shelling in the world.

Things to Do: Visit J.N. Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Bailey Matthews National Shell Museum, Sanibel Historic Museum and Village, Bailey Tract, USS Mohawk CGC Veterans Memorial Reef, The Botanical garden, Sanibel Island Lighthouse.

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