Hallandale Beach public beach
7 min drive / 20 min walkA quieter, lifeguarded city beach with showers, concessions and volleyball courts. Flags show the day's water conditions.
Things to do in Hallandale Beach, Florida
Hallandale Beach sits between Fort Lauderdale and Miami, with a quiet public beach, Gulfstream Park and Aventura close by. Here is what guests do near the house, with rough drive times from 1124 NE 3rd St.
The beach
The sand is 1.5 miles from the house: a flat 20-minute walk or a 7-minute drive.
Hollywood Beach Broadwalk
About 15 minA 2.5-mile oceanfront promenade just north, lined with restaurants, shops and bike rentals. Busy and fun on weekends.
Sunny Isles Beach
Short drive southWide beaches and oceanfront dining along Collins Avenue, just past the Miami-Dade line.
Gulfstream Park, casinos and nights out
Hallandale is best known for Gulfstream Park, a few minutes from the house.
Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino
A few minutes' driveLive thoroughbred racing year-round, including the Pegasus World Cup in January and the Florida Derby, plus a two-level casino.
The Village at Gulfstream Park
A few minutes' driveOpen-air shopping with 20+ restaurants and bars next to the track. Easy dinner spot.
The Big Easy Casino
A few minutes' driveSlots, a poker room and live entertainment on Federal Highway.
Hard Rock Hollywood (Guitar Hotel)
About 20 minThe guitar-shaped resort with a casino, restaurants and a concert venue.
Shopping and food
Groceries, a gym and big-name shopping are all a short drive away.
Aventura Mall
About 20 minOne of Florida's largest malls, with department stores, a food hall and public art.
Groceries and gym
About 10 minSupermarkets, pharmacies and a gym close by, so you can stock the full kitchen on day one.
Coffee and breakfast spots
NearbyCafés along Hallandale Beach Blvd and Federal Highway for your morning coffee before the beach.
Nature and day trips
Mangroves, kayaking and two big cities within an easy drive.
Ann Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park
About 15 minMangrove boardwalks, an observation tower and kayak rentals on the Intracoastal in Hollywood.
Oleta River State Park
About 20 minFlorida's largest urban park, with kayaking, paddleboarding and mountain-bike trails.
Fort Lauderdale
About 25 minLas Olas Boulevard, the beach and water taxis on the canals.
Miami
About 40 minWynwood, South Beach and Brickell for a day or a night out.
Common questions
How far is the house from Hallandale Beach?
About 1.5 miles: a 20-minute flat, paved walk or a 7-minute drive to the sand and boardwalk.
How close is Gulfstream Park?
A few minutes' drive. The house is a good base for race days, including the Pegasus World Cup in January.
Is there parking at the house?
Yes. Free driveway and carport parking for 4 cars, so there are no valet or nightly parking fees.
Is Hallandale Beach good for families?
Yes. The public beach is quieter than Miami Beach and lifeguarded, and the house has a fenced yard, three bedrooms and room for 8.
Stay 1.5 miles from the beach
Private 3-bedroom house with a fenced yard, BBQ and free parking for 4 cars. Sleeps 8. Licensed Florida vacation rental.
Drive times are approximate and depend on traffic and season. Check hours with each place before you go.