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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

  1. 1 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Venetian Pool
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    2701 De Soto Blvd, Coral Gables, FL 33134 (map)

    Underground caverns and jagged coral diving platforms provide picturesque backdrops at this chilly watering hole.

  2. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Clevelander Hotel
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    1020 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.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Matheson Hammock Marina
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    9610 Old Cutler Rd, Coral Gables, FL 33156 (map)

    Mangrove-lined trail surround a shallow, manmade lagoon that is perfect for young families.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended Rapids Water Park
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    6566 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.

  5. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average Jungle Island
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    1111 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

  1. 6 3.5 Star Rating: Average Miami Seaquarium
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    4400 Rickenbacker Cswy, Key Biscayne, FL 33149 (map)

    Marine-life park's playground offers watery slides and platform-mounted spray cannons.

  2. 7 4 Star Rating: Recommended Marriott-Doral Golf Rsrt & Spa
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    4400 NW 87th Ave, Miami, FL 33178 (map)

    Golf-blessed hotel has a complex of inviting swimming pools.

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