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Surfside
Skip Surfside unless you have a specific reason to stay: one afternoon on the beach or a meal is enough; use Miami Beach or Bal Harbour instead.
Surfside is a small, quiet beach town just north of Miami Beach. It has a clean public beach, a few good restaurants and easy access to Bal Harbour Shops. Most visitors pass through in an afternoon or stay one night for a quieter base near Miami.
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More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Dec–Apr
- avoid Jun–Sep (hurricane season, heat and humidity)
- Airports
- MIA · FLL
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Surfside911 ▾
- Police, Fire, Ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Surfside, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetySurfside is generally safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMIA Miami International Airport (About 25 min by car or taxi; no direct public transport.).
- Getting aroundWalk or bike: the beach and shops are compact.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$3–5
- Sit-down mealDinner (main course)$20–40
- Street or quick mealLunch (sandwich or salad)$12–18
- BeerBeer (draft)$6–9
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi from MIAcheck$35–45
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personUS$40
- Mid-range bedMid-range hotel room, a night, per roomUS$200
- High-end bedMid-range hotel room, a night, per roomUS$350
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$80 · Mid US$150 · High US$300
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MIA Miami International Airport (About 25 min by car or taxi; no direct public transport.) · FLL Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (About 40 min by car; check for cheaper flights.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Feb
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Mar
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Apr
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
May
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jun
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Nov
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Dec
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Best: Dec–Apr. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C) low), wettest Aug (17 rain days), driest Feb (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Surfside: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7 rd
Feb
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
6 rd
Mar
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7 rd
Apr
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6 rd
May
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
16 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
16 rd
Oct
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13 rd
Nov
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9 rd
Dec
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk or bike: the beach and shops are compact. DecoBike bike sharing is available ($5/hr, $24/day). A car is useful for trips to Miami Beach or Bal Harbour.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Miami Beach
goDoor to door: 15–20 min
Car or taxi, about 10 min
Art Deco district, South Beach, Lincoln Road.
Bal Harbour Shops
goDoor to door: 10–15 min
Walk (10 min) or short drive
Luxury shopping; open M–Sa 10AM–9PM, Su noon–6PM.
Coral Gables
goDoor to door: 25–30 min
Car, about 20 min
Mediterranean architecture, Miracle Mile, Venetian Pool.
Key Biscayne
goDoor to door: 30–35 min
Car, about 25 min
Beaches, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Collins Avenue (Surfside)
Hotels and condos along the main road; walk to the beach.
Bal Harbour (just south)
Upscale hotels and shopping; a 10-min walk or short drive.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $80–120 excl. bed
- Mid
- $120–200 excl. bed
- High
- $200+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid-range hotel room1 × 1 night × US$200 | US$200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$150 | US$300 |
| DecoBike day pass2 × US$24 · check | US$48 |
| Taxi MIA → Surfside1 × US$40 · check | US$40 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$59 |
| Trip total≈ US$324 per person per day, bed included | US$647 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $3–5 |
| Lunch (sandwich or salad) | $12–18 |
| Dinner (main course) | $20–40 |
| Beer (draft) | $6–9 |
| Taxi from MIAcheck | $35–45 |
| DecoBike (1 hr) | $5 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Parking is limited and expensive; check your hotel for parking fees.
- Beach access is free but lifeguards are not always on duty — check conditions.
- Hurricane season runs June–November; monitor forecasts if travelling then.
Emergency numbers
- Police, Fire, Ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
- Police, Fire, Ambulance911
Embassy
The nearest US embassy is in Washington, DC; consulates in Miami (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- MIA → Surfside taxi: $35–45 (check)
- DecoBike (1 hr): $5
Say or show
- Hello — Hello
- Thank you — Thank you
- How much? — How much?
- Where is the beach? — Where is the beach?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Surfside. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–Apr · avoid Jun–Sep (hurricane season, heat and humidity) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages with verified opening hours for Bal Harbour Shops and beach access.
- Eat pages with last orders and reservation links.
- Golden and hostile arrival fixtures for MIA and FLL.
Sources
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