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We can’t wait for you to experience all that Miami Beach has to offer, and learn how to do it safely! Whether you are visiting for your first time or your tenth, we have something for everyone. As you explore our city, be sure to scan the various QR codes you see as each one will give you different information on the best things to do so you can “live like a local” and discover some of our city’s best hidden gems.
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LOCAL LAWS & REGULATIONS

LOCAL LAWS & REGULATIONS
The following is illegal:
- Consumption of alcohol in public.
- Smoking on beaches or in parks.
- Narcotics and marijuana.
- Driving under the influence.
- Driving a scooter or vehicle irresponsibly.
- Violence of any kind.
PROHIBITED ON THE BEACH:
- Cigarettes.
- Coolers, inflatable devices, tents or tables.
- Loud music.
- Glass containers.
- Styrofoam, plastic straws and balloons.
The entire month of March 2025
has been designated as a high-impact period in Miami Beach, resulting in additional measures with respect to traffic, staffing and public safety.

Effective January 1, 2023, the City of Miami Beach has banned cigarette smoking and other tobacco products from public beaches and parks as per Ordinance 2022-4509. Fines range from $100 - $500 or up to 60 days in jail.
Up to 98% of cigarette filters are made of plastic fibers, which leads to an estimated 1.69 billion pounds of trash each year and each butt can take up to 10 years to disintegrate.
Let’s all do our part and keep our beautiful beaches clean!
