The Central Miami Beach area holds a wealth of huge, legendary resorts. This area has been the premier destination for the sophisticated world traveler for many years. The streets are wide, and the landscaping is meticulous. Beautiful, swaying palms line the boulevards and the air is sweet. There is a definite cosmopolitan feel to this area.
Shops are upscale and diverse.
South Beach is on the Southern End of Miami Beach South Beach is a one mile square area located at the southern most point of Miami Beach. South Beach, thanks to such visionaries as Barbara Capitman and Leonard Horowitz, experienced a resurrection in the 1970s. The lovely old homes of the 1920s and 30s were restored to maximize their intriguing architecture. The structures, now registered on the National Register of Historic Places, have been painted in soft, lush pastels and are alive with vibrant color. This area is also home to over twenty different cultural organizations and museums.