The best beaches in Florida to celebrate World Beach Day with your family

Bogotá, August 2025 – The Sunshine State boasts a diverse coastline that makes it a unique setting for World Beach Day. From the Atlantic coast to the Gulf of Mexico, beaches combine warm waters, white sands, and recreational opportunities tailored to all ages.

Miami

On the barrier island of Key Biscayne, Crandon Park Beach is a favorite spot for locals thanks to its calm waves, numerous activities, and family-friendly areas such as picnic areas and nature and recreation centers. It is also home to a fossilized mangrove reef, protected wetlands, birdwatching areas, and a marina.

Nearby Matheson Hammock Park features a man-made "atoll pool," naturally fed by the tides and surrounded by limestone and coral. Its calm waters make it a safe place for little ones. The marina offers kitesurfing, fishing, and paddleboard, canoe, and kayak rentals.

North Beach Oceanside Park, meanwhile, offers a relaxing atmosphere with wide stretches of sand, grassy areas, and picnic tables shaded by sea grapes. It also has special areas for small and large dogs, making it an inclusive place for the whole family.

Greater Fort Lauderdale

Dania Beach combines oceanfront dining and entertainment options, integrating family and nightlife activities. Themed excursions depart from there, such as Bluefoot Pirate Adventures, which invites children to embark on a treasure hunt on the high seas.

In Pompano Beach, the Fisher Family Pier stands as a local icon. This 900-foot pier, designed in the silhouette of a Pompano fish, offers fishing and sightseeing opportunities, allowing visitors to observe marine life from its platform.

Martin County

Blowing Rocks Preserve in Hobe Sound is a nature sanctuary named for the Anastasia limestone formations and the plumes of water that emerge from breaking waves. It preserves rare dune habitats and offers hiking, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving.

St. Pete-Clearwater

Internationally renowned, Clearwater Beach is distinguished by its white sands and crystal-clear waters. Its appeal is complemented by beachfront accommodations and the Sunsets at Pier 60 event, which brings together live music, artisans, and street performers in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Pensacola

Both Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key are part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore, the largest stretch of federally protected coastline in the United States. Activities include kayaking, fishing, hiking, biking, birdwatching, and guided tours of historic forts.

During the summer, Pensacola Beach offers a free trolley service connecting restaurants, shops, and beach access. It also has two pet-friendly areas. Meanwhile, Perdido Key, known as the "Lost Island," is home to ecologically significant parks and serves as a haven for both families and coastal wildlife.