The Sunshine State’s top waterfront destinations offer picture-perfect views, lively nightlife scenes, and family-friendly vibes.

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If theres one thing Florida is known for, its the coastal destinations.

With more than 825 miles of sandy beaches to explore, its nearly impossible to pick a favorite.

South Beach, Miami, Florida

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The Miami Beach neighborhood maintains an insular beach town quality despite its cosmopolitan connections.

The county beaches started to open back up in October.

Plus, the coast of Cocoa Beach is an iconic destination for catching waves.

View of people on the beach and a line of skyscrapers

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Visitors can expect to see some damage, but there’s an abundance of beautiful nature to explore.

Visitors will find a slow pace of life and ample natural beauty.

The island’sfamily-friendly beachesinclude sand dune-backed Main Beach Park, with facilities like a playground and volleyball courts.

Wooden pavilion in Seaside, Florida

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Siesta Key

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You have to feel the powdery sand ofSiesta Keyto believe it.

One of the best ways to experience the timeless beach town is by bike.

Nothing much happens after dark, and that’s part of its charm.

Clearwater Beach, Florida

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It’s only a five-minute boat ride from the harbor.

The hotel is next to the more than 200 acres of nature that make upHenderson Beach State Park.

You’ll find plenty of room to stretch out on theCanaveral National Seashorejust south of town.

Anna Maria Island, Florida

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For luxe lodgings in this quintessential beach town, opt forThe Ritz-Carlton Residences, Estero Bay.

Lifeguard tower, Cocoa Beach, Florida

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Aerial View of the Worth Avenue Clock Tower on Palm Beach, Florida

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Captiva Island, Florida

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Boardwalk in Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island at sunset

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Siesta Key, Florida

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Aerial view of the beach at Boca Grande

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Aerial view of Jupiter town and lighthouse

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Moonrise over Dock Street in Cedar Key

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View of Destin from the beach

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Aerial view of New Smyrna Beach at sunset

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Aerial view of the beach in Bonita Springs

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