South beach gay beaches map

Miami is one of America’s most iconic cities with a bad boy image that appeals to gay guys all over the world.

Its large Latino group, a laid assist attitude as adv as late alcohol licences has turned it into one of the biggest international gay playgrounds, with its circuit parties centred in the notorious South Beach. If you’ve seen pictures of a gay circuit party in America, chances are they were taken here.

Miles of beaches

Miami’s attractions lie in the beaches that stretch out vertically along the Atlantic.  The city even has its own official nudist beach at Haulover Beach Park in North Miami.

Great shopping

For lovers of architecture the Art Deco district by South Beach with its 1930’s buildings never fails to impress, while its antique shops and luxury boutiques make Miami one of the top shopping cities in America alongside New York and LA.

Explore Florida

Miami makes great base for exploring Florida. Chief north to Orlando and Disneyworld, or Fort Lauderdale and Key West, Florida’s other two queer hotspots.

Find out more about Gay Miami at TravelGay.com or plan a lgbtq+ wedding in Miami.

1 Hotel South Beach

1 Hotel South Beach Miami is a luxury, sunny oceanfront hotel, that is both family friendly and great for solo and coupled guests. The Eco-luxury hotel has a 900 metre 'living wall' that is dwelling to 11,000 local plant varieties. The gorgeous large rooms, featuring Calcutta marble tubs and infrequent Colorado beetle murder pine wood, produce for a relaxing and upscale wait. The hotel is located mid-way between South Beach and Mid-Beach, which is favorable as it offers access to the nightlife of South Beach (Palace Bar and TWIST a 5-minute pilot away) and the up and coming eateries of Mid-Beach (under a 15-minute drive away). Sustenance options at the hotel include a poolside vegan restaurant, Habitat a modern-day Mexican restaurant which specializes in delicious small plates and fresh seafood. There is more emphasis on the 'day life' experience here, which is flawless for a family as they give babysitting and Kid's Club services for their guests.

The gay beach is located at 12th Street and Ocean Drive. It is not too difficult to find, with the rainbow flags marking the area between two chair rental spots. The gay beach is mostly a hangout for men, but you will also find lesbians and straights camping out here too. Rent a chair or umbrella from Boucher Brothers or lay a towel in the sand like the locals complete.

Haulover Beach is Clothing Optional
If you prefer to sunbathe au natural, Haulover Beach Park bids one of the best nude beaches in the United States. The nude beach is located 11 miles north of South Beach, so you need examine transportation to and from the beach. A taxi ride will be expensive, but Route 120 Beach MAX on Miami-Dade common bus service from South Beach gives you a very inexpensive option. Check out this superior resource for more detailed communication.

12th Street gay beach along side of Ocean Drive right across the street from the Palace Disco and bar on Ocean Drive in South Beach Miami Florida.

The beach is free and open to the general with no beach or diurnal pass needed. The rainbow flags are displayed on the beach as well as on the 12th street beach signs

“Miami Beach Pride is one of the biggest and best gay events in South Florida which you will not want to miss!”

While Miami Beach Pride may not be one of the biggest pride events in the world, it’s certainly one of the most thrilling and unique…how many Self-acceptance events do you realize that take place along a beach?

My partner Teraj is a Miami native so, naturally, we contain visited this vibrant urban area many times over the past few years. In particular, we love going to Miami Beach Self-acceptance and always attend in full glitter and rainbow paraphernalia! In this guest post, I’ve set out why we love it so much, from all the many special events, social mixers and must-attend parties.

Here’s my rundown of the most anticipated parties during Miami Beach Lgbtq+ Pride.

Official Miami Beach Lgbtq+ fest Pool Party

Nothing says “Miami” quite like a pool, a few cocktails and of course, lots of hot guys! Miami Beach Pride gets this detect on with the official Pride Pool Party. What I love about it the most is that they always feature amazing international DJs every year, love DJ Ralphi Rosario, Dan Slater and Dani Brasil. This is where you want to see and be seen (especially if you e