North Beach Guide

With its quieter yet stunning beaches, restaurants that span from MICHELIN-rated to locally loved eateries serving authentic international cuisine, and a wide range of things to do, including pampering at a mega-spa and playing at a waterfront park, North Beach is a gem for vacationers. With this insider's guide, you can experience a getaway in North Beach like a local.

Tambourine Room: MICHELIN-Star Dining In North Beach

North Beach is home to incredible dining with restaurants catering to every palette. Serious foodies in search of fine food will want to make a reservation at Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt, which was awarded a coveted MICHELIN star. The intimate restaurant with only 18 seats presents the chance to have a showstopping dining experience of French-Asian cuisine that often doubles as plates of art.

Buenos Aires Bakery & Cafe: Authentic Argentine Treats

Buenos Aires Bakery & Cafe, an authentic Argentine bakery, is a longtime favorite. It’ll be hard to choose from the array of traditional Argentinian treats and baked goods that line the cases. The restaurant is particularly popular at breakfast, when locals pop in to grab a café con leche, a medialuna (an Argentine-style croissant) and pastelitos. You can’t miss the flaky empanadas, which are made by hand, and hot sandwiches, like the Milanesa Napolitana with breaded chicken, melted mozzarella and ham. Of course, the dessert case will call your name with its top choices, like traditional facturas, flan and dulce de leche tarts.

Miami Beach Bandshell: Experience Music Under the Stars

Make time for a special evening at Miami Beach Bandshell, where music under the stars mingles with balmy breezes flowing in from the ocean. Built in 1961, the open-air venue showcases mid-century Miami Modern architecture and is a year-round hub of musical shows and festivals, as well as art and cultural events. The venue hosts more than 100 events every year, including music of every genre.

The Spa At Carillon Miami: Indulge in Ultimate Relaxation

If you’re seeking an ultra-pampering spa day or breakthrough wellness treatments for the mind and body, The Spa at Carillon Miami – the largest spa on the Eastern Seaboard – will leave you in a state of bliss. Spa lovers will want to arrive early to engage in the hydrotherapy circuit, moving through water therapies, like tropical showers, bubbly tubs, a crystal steam room and an icy-cold chamber. Choose from stress-reducing massages, glow-inducing facials, touchless wellness treatments and cutting-edge and holistic treatments, like cryotherapy and salt float tanks.

Allison Park: A Beachfront Hidden Gem

It’s worth searching out Allison Park, an oceanfront park that’s a slice of green space paradise tucked between two luxury condo towers at 64th and 65th streets. The lush, palm-lined park fronts one of the most beautiful stretches of beach and borders the popular boardwalk that’s always active with leisurely walkers, joggers and bikers. Adding to the scenery are life-sized sculptures of sea turtles, which call attention to the sea turtle activity on Miami Beach and promote conservation. The park is a picturesque spot to have a picnic and let kids make friends on the playground. Dogs are allowed to frolic in the bark park. Other perks include restrooms, a fitness area with different workout stations and metered parking.

77th Street Lifeguard Tower: An Iconic View Of North Beach

Colorful lifeguard towers sprinkled along the sands showcase Miami Beach’s vibrant personality, and the 77th Street Lifeguard Tower is no different. Dressed in red with hints of orange and yellow and the words “MIAMI BEACH", the tower is a beacon of the area. With a stunning backdrop of turquoise water, it’s the perfect spot to pose for pictures that capture the iconic beach view.

North Beach Public Skate Park: Ultimate Beachside Skating

Another lesser-known gem is North Beach Public Skate Park, a chill skater’s paradise located next to the beach. Splashed in pink and turquoise, the small park is loved by kids and adults for its quarter pipes, ramps, rails and good transitions. When you’re done showing off your skating skills, head over to the beach.

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