Beach

Beaches appeared in The Sims: Vacation and Sims could travel to Vacation Island to visit them, but it wasn't until The Sims 2: Bon Voyage that the player was able to build their own beaches.

Beach lots must be placed adjacent to water.

However, on The Sims 3, although beaches are available to visit, Sims cannot swim, comb for seashells, build a sandcastle or watch the waves. They can only sunbathe on the loungers, play chess, fish, cook and eat something or make some drinks. Parties are often held on the beach as it is large and has refreshments and activities. There are two small coves in Sunset Valley as well as the main beach, but these are rarely visited. There are no beaches in Riverview.

Beach activities

 * Swim
 * Sunbathe
 * Comb for Seashells
 * Build a Sandcastle
 * Watch the Waves

Player tips

 * Sims can't drown in the water
 * Sunbathing long enough will give sims a tan for a few days
 * When Seasons is installed, Sims in the ocean can get struck by lightning