Best Beach in El Portal

"Just a short drive to northern Key Biscayne, Crandon Park is an island park equipped with volleyball nets, cabanas for rent and pristine turquoise waters that beckon for a dip. Aside from the stunning beaches and pearly white sands, the park is also home to mangroves, dunes and a nature center that houses exotic fish and other wildlife. Just five minutes away from Crandon Park is Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park which is home to the Cape Florida Light – the oldest standing structure in Greater Miami."

"An abandoned zoo on a subtropical island, ever since Dade County's main zoological park decamped to way down south, the Crandon Park Gardens, or just Crandon Gardens (both derivations are used) has sat and grown into a hidden, mysterious botanical garden with otherworldly follies (the former animal enclosures) scattered here and there."

"Parents love Candon Park for its gorgeous 2-mile beach, lifeguards, and picnic areas. But kids keep coming back for the vintage carousel, paved roller rink, and a seahorse fountain. Throw in the pretty arboretum and gardens and you've got one of the best spots in Miami for kids of all ages."

"The great thing about Hollywood North Beach Park is that it’s right next to the West Lake South Trail and the beach!. This means, after completing the West Lake South Trail you can head straight over to chill in the park and get ready for a dip, too. With over 50+ acres to explore, it’s easily one of the best things to do in Hollywood, Florida to just chill out."

"If you’re feeling ambitious on your townie cruiser, you can ride north to Bal Harbour or Haulover beaches; natives know these as water-sports havens—and for Bal Harbour’s luxury shopping. Otherwise, drop off your bike along Ocean Drive and grab a spot on the beach, Lummus Beach, which runs from around 6th to 14th streets. This is a beach for locals and tourists alike, and the spread of humanity—supermodels, families and even topless tanners—make this a go-to spot for people-watching."

"These are probably my favourite and the most fun on this list of instagrammable places in Miami. I just love the iconic colourful lifeguard towers in Miami, but especially the ones at South Pointe beach!. Expect to see all sorts of bright colours and fun shapes as you stroll along the beach."

"Multiple locationsAsk anyone who’s left Miami the food they miss most, and the answer isn’t a fancy restaurant or a Cuban dive. It’s chop chop, the yellow-rice-and-mojo-chicken magic that’s the unofficial lunch food of Miami. It’s almost impossible to find outside South Florida, and the quintessential spot for it is Chicken Kitchen, where you can try Cuban Chops, Mexican Chops, Chinese Chops, or even wraps."

"For a delightful breakfast, stop by Riva, our family-friendly diner. Serving timeless favorites with a twist, our beachfront restaurant offers seaside views and a relaxing atmosphere in Fort Lauderdale. Open for breakfastDress code: Smart CasualPhone: +1 954-525-4000"

"Based in downtown Miami, VERO Italian offers both light and formal lunch and dinner options in a casual, relaxed setting. Boasting rustic, Tuscan-style interiors in warm, earthy hues and simple décor, the eatery offers a diverse menu of traditional Italian fare such as hand-tossed pizzas and homemade pasta, fresh salads, hearty fish, meat and chicken dishes, and authentic Italian desserts. Favorites include the lobster ravioli, vegetarian gnocchi, and Sicilian swordfish pasta, while grilled salmon, Cornish hen, and ribeye steak are also popular choices."

"The scene: Inviting you on a culinary journey through the best that Italy has to offer, Vero Italian Restaurant serves a vast selection of light and tasty Mediterranean classics. The rural-look dining room with wine barrel tables and light wooden features coupled with the courtyard-inspired outdoor patio provide the perfect location for a romantic dinner date. Get your taste buds going with some classic Italian small bites, like tomato bruschetta or swordfish carpaccio before delving into the gourmet main courses."

"When you enter this restaurant off of busy First Street, you’ll feel very far from downtown. The hanging gardens and street lights instantly set a low-key mood and the food is everything you’d expect from an Italian place: plenty of pasta, a great wine selection, plus steak ans seafood. When asked what makes Vero so awesome, reader Nicole Azzi summed it up pretty simply: “It’s yummy.” After going ourselves, we say, “enough said."

"This Italian restaurant is one of the best Italian restaurants in Miami that has been in existence for over 10 years and has many positive reviews and regular customers. The prices are reasonable here, so you don’t have to pay too much for delicious food. Despite the huge selection of dishes, each of them is impeccable in taste."

"Are you looking for an Italian restaurant in downtown Miami then head to Ristorante Fratelli Milano operated brothers Roberto and Emanuele Bearzi. All pastas and pastries are made fresh in house by Emanuele himself. Order the antipasto Misto to start, the Lump Crab Cake salad or one of the bruschette dishes."

"This family-owned and operated Italian restaurant has been on the Downtown scene for a decade. Twin brother chefs Roberto and Emanuele Bearzi work side-by-side in the kitchen. Roberto serves as the executive chef while Emanuele cooks up the delicious pastries."

"With four South Florida locations, Broward County's location being at Sawgrass Mills Mall across the street from the BB&T Center, Villagio Restaurante in the malls' fashionable Colonnades section is a classic Italian restaurant with an upscale and friendly atmosphere, and the perfect eatery for those who enjoy true Italian cuisine. Ideal setting for lunch or dinner while shopping or before or after a sporting or entertainment event at the BB&T Center, Villagio Restaurante's menu offers delicious appetizers, generous salads, and savory soups, steaks and seafood and concludes with amazing delectable desserts. Also offered are Champagne and Sparkling wines for those special occasions."

"CURBSIDE PICKUP AVAILABLEOUTDOOR DININGDELIVERYTAKEOUTDINE-IN. Offering traditional Italian dishes in a relaxing, stylish atmosphere, Villagio allows guests to travel to Italy and dine on the finest dishes. In The Colonnade Outlets across from Burberry"

"The Perez Art Museum Miami and the Frost Museum of Science are both near Brickell, and they’re adjacent to the sprawling Museum Park. If you opt for the science museum, don’t miss the planetarium show!. Afterward, relax at Museum Park, and watch the cruise ships sail away between 4 pm and 6 pm."

"Not far from that is the superb Pérez Art Museum. I highly recommend the guided architecture tour. It's free, it takes about half and hour, and it gives you a great explanation of the architects' work. It's stunning, a beautiful mix between green and concrete."

"One of Miami's most impressive spaces, designed by Swiss architects Herzog & De Meuron, integrates tropical foliage, glass, concrete and wood – a melding of tropical vitality and fresh modernism that fits... Top ChoiceState Park in Key Biscayne"