Miami is famous for its nightlife, celebrity hangouts, but it is often not viewed as a great vacation destination for families with children. This is most unfortunate as there is so much for parents and kids to do in this famous city in the Sunshine State. Here are just a few of the best reasons to visit Miami with the family:

Beaches — This one is a no-brainer. Though there are certain areas of Miami Beach that might not be good for children because of those who like to catch some rays in the buff, there are several other beaches that are great for kids. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park on Key Biscayne is a favorite family-friendly spot that ranks among the top beaches in the entire United States. At Matheson Hammock Park Beach in Coral Gables, guests can enjoy sand, water, mangrove trees, and more.

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If you are thinking about vacations, and you want fun, Florida has some of the best amusement parks of the country. If you are on vacations in Miami, for your comfort, you just need to rent a car and in a few hours you will be enjoying all the fun and entertainment that these parks offer. The easiest way from Miami to Orlando is by Florida’s Turnpike, however on this highway you must pay tolls. However, if you want an excellent view of the coast, the path to take is I-95 where you will not pay tolls, but it will take you a little longer to arrive.

In Orlando, you will find amusement and theme parks for the whole family such as Walt Disney World. This touristic complex has Theme parks and water Parks, Sport Complex and of course, Hotel Resorts.

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Miami has an endless number of sporting, cultural, and recreational activities to keep you entertained.  South Florida’s sparkling beaches are beyond compare.

The Florida beaches are a dime a dozen. A beach in Florida can be a bit of heaven.

Plus, there’s excellent shopping; nightlife activities including ballet, theater, and opera; as well as the celebrity-saturated hotels, restaurants, bars, and clubs that helped make Miami so famous.

Entertainment in South Florida

The possibilities of entertainment are endless in South Florida, besides the gorgeous beaches, you can find beautiful malls, restaurants and clubs that make Florida an unique place to visit.

If you like shopping, the Aventura mall is the perfect fit. It is the biggest conventional shopping mall in Florida, and one of the largest shopping center in the whole country.

Here is a picture of the Aventura mall: (Take a look if you are looking for an hotel in Aventura)

The good thing about South Florida is that you can find the chic elite hanging around; you shouldn’t be surprised by the celebrity-drenched playground that is South Beach. However, it doesn’t mean that only people with deep pockets have the right to be here, surprisingly South Florida is accessible to the average people also.

One of the greatest Florida experiences is driving along Florida A1A. There are a couple of things that make the A1A a great experience. Without a doubt, the A1A is one of the most scenic, albeit heavily trafficked, roads in all of Florida.

It is perhaps, the most famous oceanfront route in Florida, it runs north up Miami Beach, through Sunny Isles and Hollywood, and into Fort Lauderdale.

In the A1A you can find everything, from Art Deco hotels, to multimillion-dollar modern high-rises.

Pictures of the Florida A1A

Some may say that this driving road represents and embodies the real essence of South Florida. Here are a couple of videos about what it means to drive along the Florida A1A.

Driving along Florida A1A

If you are exploring the “Gold Coast” by car, a great choice is taking Florida A1A, as this Oceanside road connects the thin islands of Florida’s east coast.

Although the Florida A1A is a narrow road, it ushers you into the relaxed atmosphere of these resort towns.