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Things to Do in Hollywood Beach, Florida — Your Complete 2026 Activity Guide

Hollywood Beach is not just a place to sleep between World Cup matches. It is a destination in its own right. Seven miles of Atlantic coastline. The famous 2.5-mile Broadwalk. World class dining, water sports, live music, nature reserves and day trip access to both Miami and Fort Lauderdale.

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Beach Activities in Hollywood Beach

Swimming & Sunbathing

Seven miles of Atlantic coastline with lifeguarded beaches. Clean sand, clear water, and plenty of room to spread out.

Paddleboarding & Kayaking

Rent boards and kayaks right on the beach. Calm morning waters are perfect for beginners.

Beach Yoga

Free and paid yoga classes on the sand most mornings. Start your day with ocean views and sunrise salutations.

Bike the Broadwalk

Rent a bike and cruise the 2.5-mile oceanfront Broadwalk. Flat, car-free, and lined with stops every few blocks.

The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk — The Heart of It All

The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk is the one thing every visitor talks about. It is a 2.5-mile oceanfront promenade running directly alongside the Atlantic Ocean. No cars. No rush. Just the ocean on one side and a constantly evolving strip of restaurants, bars, cafes, bike rentals, gelato stands and live music on the other. During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Broadwalk will be buzzing. Expect bars to have matches on screens, fan flags from every nation and the kind of electric summer atmosphere that only South Florida can deliver in June and July.

Hollywood Beach Broadwalk

Where to Stay in Hollywood Beach

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Dining on the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk

Oceanfront Cafes

Cafes with ocean views along the Broadwalk. Coffee, breakfast and casual lunch.

Fresh Seafood Restaurants

Stone crab, grouper, mahi and daily catches at local favorites.

Latin & Cuban Cuisine

Authentic Latin American and Cuban restaurants reflecting South Florida culture.

Tiki Bars & Live Music

Beachfront tiki bars with live music, perfect for evening drinks.

Casual Eats & Takeaway

Grab-and-go options for the beach — sandwiches, pizza, ice cream.

Family-Friendly Spots

Kid-friendly menus and relaxed atmospheres along the Broadwalk.

Happy Hour Specials

Evening drink specials at most beachfront restaurants.

Late-Night Eats

Several spots stay open late during peak season.

Day Trips from Hollywood Beach

Hollywood Beach sits in one of the best-positioned spots in all of South Florida. Within 45 minutes you can reach: Fort Lauderdale (15 minutes north), Miami and South Beach (30 minutes south), Everglades National Park (45 minutes west), and Hard Rock Stadium for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches — just 30 minutes by car via I-95 North.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk is a 2.5-mile oceanfront pedestrian promenade running along the Atlantic Ocean in Hollywood Beach, Florida. It is free to walk and open year-round.

Absolutely. Hollywood Beach is 30 minutes from Hard Rock Stadium where 8 World Cup matches are being held. It offers direct beach access, a vibrant dining and nightlife scene on the Broadwalk, and far better value than staying in central Miami.

Hollywood Beach is best known for its 2.5-mile Broadwalk, its clean Atlantic Ocean beaches, and its relaxed but vibrant atmosphere.

Hollywood Beach is approximately equidistant — about 15 minutes from Fort Lauderdale and 30 minutes from Miami.

Hollywood Beach offers swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking, jet skiing, parasailing, fishing charters and boat tours.

Yes. The Broadwalk has a wide range of dining options including fresh seafood restaurants, Latin American cuisine, casual beach bars, coffee shops and ice cream stops.