Oahu, Hawaii
Waikiki Beach
A world-famous Honolulu shoreline with views of Diamond Head, gentle breaks, surfing history and a lively oceanfront setting.
Coastal discovery
Beach Escapes.
Discover tropical shores, lively boardwalks, relaxed coastal towns and protected national seashores for swimming, walking, scenic views and memorable days by the water.
Find your stretch of coast
Ocean air, open horizons and time to unwind.
A beach escape can mean warm tropical water, a classic boardwalk, dramatic Pacific scenery or miles of protected shoreline. The right choice depends on the season, surf conditions and the pace you want.
This guide brings together famous U.S. beaches and broad coastal destinations. Use the official links for current weather, water quality, beach rules, parking, accessibility and safety guidance before visiting.
Iconic beach destinations
Start with the coastal classics.
These are broad public beaches and waterfront destinations, not individual shops. Each official link provides destination guidance, conditions or visitor-planning information.
Florida Gulf Coast
Clearwater Beach
Sugar-white sand, warm Gulf water, sunsets and the Pier 60 area create a bright, active waterfront destination on Florida’s west coast.
Sarasota, Florida
Siesta Beach
A wide public beach on Siesta Key known for pale quartz sand, Gulf views, family-friendly space and Sarasota County amenities.
South Carolina Grand Strand
Myrtle Beach
A classic Atlantic vacation destination with a long shoreline, oceanfront boardwalk, entertainment and communities across the Grand Strand.
Virginia Atlantic Coast
Virginia Beach Oceanfront
A broad Atlantic beachfront with a long boardwalk, sunrise views, seasonal events and access to several distinct coastal districts.
North Carolina Outer Banks
Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Barrier-island beaches, maritime history, lighthouses and changing Atlantic landscapes stretch across the Outer Banks.
Coastal towns and seashore retreats
Slow down beside a different shoreline.
These destination-wide resources cover a city, beach or protected seashore as a whole rather than any individual store, restaurant or lodging property.
Alabama Gulf Coast
Gulf Shores
White-sand Gulf beaches, warm coastal water, nature areas and a relaxed vacation atmosphere span Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Fort Morgan.
Los Angeles County
Santa Monica State Beach
More than three miles of Southern California sand connect ocean views, biking paths and the landmark Santa Monica Pier.
San Diego County
Coronado Beach
A wide, sandy shoreline across the bay from downtown San Diego, with ocean views, public access and a walkable island setting.
Northern Oregon Coast
Cannon Beach
Rocky shoreline, broad sand, dramatic Pacific views and Haystack Rock give this Oregon coast town a distinct landscape.
Massachusetts Outer Cape
Cape Cod National Seashore
Forty miles of protected sandy beach, marshes, ponds, lighthouses and coastal trails preserve the character of the Outer Cape.
Plan ahead: Beaches are dynamic environments. Confirm water quality, surf and rip-current warnings, storms, tides, parking, accessibility, wildlife closures and local rules through each official destination before traveling or entering the water.
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Find somewhere worth exploring beyond the shoreline.
Open the Miventura directory to discover restaurants, leisure activities and useful local services near the beach destination you choose.
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