A bit north of Miami Beach's main beach stretch, BalHarbour Beach is a quiet stretch of sand sharing space with luxury condominiums and five-star hotels. The water here is a clear turquoise, the sand a pristine white that stretches on and on.

A palm-shaded jogging path curves around mile-long beach and there's a jetty (with fishing permitted) at north end of beach. If you've rented a car, there is a limited metered parking lot available beneath Haulover Bridge. If you need a quick bite after a day at the beach, head for one of the small cafes in the nearby Town of Surfside or dine at one of BalHarbour Shops' elegant bistros.