No surprise to residents, Florida beaches dominate many top beach awards! This year, eight of Florida's beaches ranked in the Top 25 Beaches in the Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice awards 2021! We looked at why these beaches were voted favorites by Tripadvisor users and what to see and do there.
Compared to Florida, the Top 25 Beaches in the United States, as voted by travelers on the Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice awards, saw California take out four spots and Hawaii take out seven spots.
Did you miss the other stories in the series? Read these next to find out which beach was voted 3rd best beach in the United States by Tripadvisor travelers, and which other beach in the same state ranked in the Top 25 beaches in the USA.
So which beach took out the top spot for the Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice awards 2021 Top 25 Beaches in the United States?
The award goes to St. Pete Beach in Florida! On top of that, this Florida beach also ranked as No. 5 in the Top 25 Beaches in the world!
Read the story here: This Florida Beach is the No. 1 top beach in the United States.
Can you guess the other seven beaches that were voted in the Top 25 Beaches in the United States?
There is no need to guess as here is the list and why you should go there before the crowds do.
There's one thing that all these beaches have in common - the warm waters and soft sands. But, additionally, most of them have photogenic white sand and miles of beach. So, in order of ranking, here are the other top seven beaches from Florida in the Top 25 Beaches in the United States.
Madeira Beach, Florida
Ranking at No. 9 in the Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice awards 2021 Top 25 Beaches in the United States, travelers love the soft white sand and the warm, clear water. Along with the laid-back vibe, these things make this Pinellas County beach a must-visit paradise.
(Madeira Beach, FL) "What a gorgeous white sand beach! This is a gentle slope into the sandy water. We saw all kinds of birds and manatees! It has plenty of parking and restaurants in the surrounding area." - Dianna E, Tripadvisor, April 2021.
Ormond Beach, Florida
This stunning beach came in at No. 12. Unlike other white sand beaches in Florida, the sand is orange. This is due to the crushed and worn coquina shells.
The pretty beach has lots of things to do and many restaurants. Many travelers prefer it to Daytona Beach (Source - Tripadvisor), and the long stretch of beach isn't crowded with hotels and apartments.
(Ormond Beach, FL) "Not crowded at all. Felt so relaxing everyday! Many restaurants, not boring! Beach convenient to Outlets, many groceries, many choices for food. Felt very safe walking all times of the day." - quilt4cats, Tripadvisor, Feb. 2021.
Henderson Beach State Park, Destin, Florida
Travelers love Henderson Beach State Park for the nature trail loop, the sand dunes, the crystal clear waters, and the lack of crowds.
The 208-acre Henderson Beach State Park is a habitat for native plants and wildflowers and offers more than 1.5 miles of shoreline.
There is also camping at Henderson Beach State Park, which is only a few steps away from the beach.
Pensacola Beach, Florida
Clear emerald-green water and soft white sand are prominent highlights of this much-loved Florida beach. There are many water activities such as boating, snorkeling, and shelling, and the sunsets and sunrise over the Gulf are spectacular.
In addition, Pensacola Beach Boardwalk offers shops, eateries, and live music venues.
(Pensacola Beach, Florida) "We visited this beach only because we had some time before our flight out of Pensacola. Were we ever dumb. We should have spent our entire vacation here!!! This beach is amazing!" - surfercharlie, Tripadvisor, Feb. 2021.
Treasure Island Beach, Florida
The beautiful wide beach and soft white sand with panoramic views and stunning sunsets make this a favorite of many local residents.
Treasure Island Beach is a gem with a beachfront walkway, beachfront resorts, and many places for dining and shopping.
Siesta Beach, Siesta Key, Sarasota County, Florida
Siesta Beach offers many beachside amenities and water sports activities, offering long stretches of powdery sand, turquoise waters, and stunning views in a charming location.
Additionally, Siesta Key Beach ranked No. 1 beach in the United States in Tripadvisor Traveler's Choice awards 2020, and No. 11 in the world!
(Siesta Beach, Siesta Key, Sarasota County, FL) "This was our first time in Siesta Key. We had a great time. The beach was wonderful to relax on. The water was warm for the first part of April. You can walk for miles on this beach. There are plenty of places to stay along the beach." - Elaine c, Tripadvisor, April 2021.
Clearwater Beach, Clearwater, Florida
In 2018 and 2019, Clearwater Beach was voted as the No. 1 beach in the United States for two years in a row in the TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice awards.
This award-winning Pinellas County beach has many attractions, but the highlight is the beautiful white powder sand and clear, shallow water. Facilities include walkways, shops, food shacks, restaurants, and bars.
We think you should try to visit all these beaches!
Do you agree with the Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice, or do you have a favorite beach that you think is better? We are interested to know your thoughts. Please kindly share them in the comments.
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