"Located on the south coast of the island, Smathers Beach is a half-mile long and is one of four main beaches in Key West proper. Pick-up volleyball games take place down on the sand, and there are restrooms and showers for rinsing off after a heated match or a dip in the shallow water here. And don’t be surprised if you see crowds gathered at the beach around sunset — this is a popular spot for weddings, and weekends often lure these parties down to the water’s edge for photos, vows, and million-dollar views." - Travel + Leisure Editors