From the archives: October 18, 2007
It's easy to get to the beach. But cool off at these watery Miami spots that the locals don't want you to know about.
On this page:Miami's Top Watery Spots, More Watery Diversions.
Miami's Top Watery Spots
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Venetian Pool
Read Reviews2701 De Soto Blvd, Coral Gables, FL 33134 (map)
Underground caverns and jagged coral diving platforms provide picturesque backdrops at this chilly watering hole.
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Clevelander Hotel
Read Reviews1020 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139 (map)
Head to the South Beach bar where swimsuits are part of the dress code. Too hot? Dive into the pool.
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Matheson Hammock Marina
Read Reviews9610 Old Cutler Rd, Coral Gables, FL 33156 (map)
Mangrove-lined trail surround a shallow, manmade lagoon that is perfect for young families.
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Rapids Water Park
Read Reviews6566 N Military Trl, West Palm Beach, FL 33407 (map)
It's a long drive to West Palm Beach, but it's worth it for the area's only outdoor waterpark.
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Jungle Island
Read Reviews1111 Parrot Jungle Trl, Miami, FL 33132 (map)
An inflatable waterslide and sandy beach have been added to make this tropical bird sanctuary the place to cool off.
More Watery Diversions
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Miami Seaquarium
Read Reviews4400 Rickenbacker Cswy, Key Biscayne, FL 33149 (map)
Marine-life park's playground offers watery slides and platform-mounted spray cannons.
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Marriott-Doral Golf Rsrt & Spa
Read Reviews4400 NW 87th Ave, Miami, FL 33178 (map)
Golf-blessed hotel has a complex of inviting swimming pools.





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