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Best Things to Do in South Florida: A Local Nail Artist's Favorites
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items Fresh nails, now where to? These are my favorite South Florida places to explore, from Miami to Delray Beach and my home base of Coconut Creek. Gardens and an Everglades airboat ride, street art and Art Deco, beach walks, shopping days, and iconic sp...
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Nature & Gardens
Art & Culture
Beaches & Strolls
Shopping & Days Out
Food & Nightlife
Nature & Gardens
Butterflies, flamingos and tropical gardens. Slow, green and beautiful spots to explore when you need a break from the city.
Walk through aviaries full of butterflies and tropical birds, right here in Coconut Creek. Go early on a weekday for cooler temps and fewer crowds.
Butterfly World
83 acres of palms, rare tropical plants and a butterfly conservatory. Wear comfy shoes, bring water, and give yourself a few hours to explore.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
A botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary in Davie, with flamingos, rescued animals and giant old trees. A peaceful escape from the city.
Flamingo Gardens
Peaceful Japanese gardens with koi ponds, bonsai and a museum in Delray Beach. Stay for lunch at the cafe and slow down for a few hours.
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Ride an airboat through the Everglades and look for alligators and birds in the wild. A true Florida adventure, so bring sunscreen and a hat.
Sawgrass Recreation Park
Art & Culture
Street art, Art Deco and a bayfront villa. The most photogenic spots in Miami, so bring your camera and show off your nails.
Pastel buildings, neon signs and classic Miami Beach style along Ocean Drive and Collins Ave. Stroll it at sunset when the neon lights up.
Miami Art Deco District and Ocean Drive
Miami's famous outdoor street-art museum, packed with giant colorful murals. Perfect for photos, so go in the morning for the best light.
Wynwood Walls
A stunning Italian-style villa on Biscayne Bay with formal gardens. It feels like stepping into Europe, and it's a dream spot for photos.
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
Beaches & Strolls
Ocean breezes, sandy toes and palm-lined walks. Classic South Florida days by the water, plus a strip for dinner after.
A breezy park at the tip of Miami Beach with a pier, ocean views and cruise ships sailing out. One of the best sunset spots in Miami.
South Pointe Park
A 2.5-mile oceanfront walkway lined with cafes and shops. Great for a sunrise walk, a bike ride or lunch with your toes almost in the sand.
Hollywood Beach Broadwalk
Classic South Florida beach with soft sand, a palm-lined promenade and blue water. Grab a spot early on weekends and don't forget the SPF.
Fort Lauderdale Beach
Fort Lauderdale's main strip for boutiques, galleries, dining and nightlife. A cute spot for a girls' day out or a date night.
Las Olas Boulevard
Shopping & Days Out
Outlet deals, luxury boutiques and open-air people-watching. Plan a full day, wear comfy shoes and bring a big bag.
One of the biggest outlet malls in the country, with designer and everyday brands at outlet prices. Wear comfy shoes and plan a full day.
Sawgrass Mills
An open-air pedestrian street in Miami Beach lined with shops, outdoor cafes and people-watching. Best in the evening when it cools off.
Lincoln Road
Luxury shopping, great food and big art installations, including a giant slide. A fun spot for a shopping day, even if you're only browsing.
Aventura Mall
Food & Nightlife
Cuban coffee, stone crab and lively main streets. Where to eat, drink and hang out after a fresh mani.
Boca Raton's open-air spot for upscale shops, dinner and shows at the amphitheater. Pretty at night with the lights and fountains.
Mizner Park
The iconic Cuban restaurant in Little Havana. Order a cafecito and pastelitos at the ventanita window, or sit down for a classic Cuban feast.
Versailles Restaurant Cuban Cuisine
A Miami Beach classic since 1913. Stone crab season runs mid-October to May, and don't skip the key lime pie. Expect a wait at peak times.
Joe's Stone Crab
Delray Beach's lively main street, with restaurants, boutiques and bars that run all the way to the beach. Great for brunch or a night out.
Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach