Miami Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Miami showing a lake or waterhole, skyline and a sunset
Sunshine, soft white sand and a leisurely vacation atmosphere draw people of all ages to this exciting city on Florida’s Atlantic coast.

Whether you want an exciting spring break, a relaxing beach vacation, a honeymoon getaway or a chance to spot celebrities, come to Miami, one of Florida’s most popular destinations. Enjoy warm beaches, museums and galleries and great dining and nightlife.

Miami has long been a destination for visitors escaping the cold of points north. Shed your jacket and don a swimsuit to relax on Miami’s beaches, which stretch for 35 miles (56 kilometers). Cross Biscayne Bay from Miami to Miami Beach for great sandy shores and plenty of hotels, shopping, restaurants and bars.

South Beach is the spot to see celebrities. Lounge on hard-packed sand during the day, admire art deco architecture and party in nightclubs every evening.

Away from the beaches, visit Pérez Art Museum Miami, filled with fascinating modern and contemporary international art. Wynwood Arts District has dozens of galleries and hundreds of restaurants. In Miami Beach, see the poignant Holocaust Memorial, a giant arm reaching skyward and covered with gaunt figures representing holocaust victims. Read victims’ names on the large memorial wall.

Observe exotic animals in the free-range Zoo Miami and hundreds of monkeys at Monkey Jungle. Be entertained by dolphins, tropical fish, manatees and seals at Miami Seaquarium.

Head south along the coast to admire sailboats in Coconut Grove’s marina. Shop on the Miracle Mile in Coral Gables. Returning north, stop at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, a large Italian-style villa with elaborate gardens.

Drive to the Everglades National Park in less than 1 hour. Boat along the 99-mile (160- kilometer) wilderness waterway and look for alligators, crocodiles and panthers in the lush wetlands.

Enjoy professional sports with Miami HEAT basketball, Dolphins football and Marlins baseball. The Marlins play in Little Havana, where you can observe Cuban and Hispanic influences on the city and the nation.

Bring the family or a crowd of friends to enjoy the beaches and residential districts of metropolitan Miami. You’re almost certain to have fun in the sun.

Where to stay in Miami

South Beach which includes landscape views, swimming and a sandy beach

South Beach

4.5/5(411 area reviews)

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and great live music? A visit to South Beach might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue Shopping Area.

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Downtown Miami

4/5(94 area reviews)

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Miami. Check out top attractions like Bayside Marketplace and Brickell City Centre, and jump on the metro at First Street Metromover Station or Knight Center Metromover Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Miami
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Brickell

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Known for its beaches and abundant dining options, there's plenty to explore in Brickell. Top attractions like Brickell City Centre and Mary Brickell Village are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Brickell Metromover Station or Financial District Metromover Station to see more of the city.

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Mid Beach

4/5(91 area reviews)

Miami Beach Boardwalk and Fontainebleau are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Mid Beach. Travellers also love the stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops.

Mid Beach
Coconut Grove showing tropical scenes and a marina

Coconut Grove

4/5(11 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Coconut Grove. A stop by Vizcaya Museum and Gardens or Key Biscayne Beaches might round out your trip.

Coconut Grove
Little Havana featuring a bar

Little Havana

1/5(1 area review)

Little Havana is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Calle Ocho and Calle Ocho Walk of Fame.

Little Havana
Mondrian South Beach
Mondrian South Beach
4.5 out of 5
1100 West Ave, Miami Beach, FL
The price is ฿9,292 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
฿9,292
per night
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Miami Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,223 reviews)
"Nicer hotel that I thought it would be. Staff was very friendly and helpful which was a plus but it was very noisy at night"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Mondrian South Beach
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
4.5 out of 5
4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL
The price is ฿18,168 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
฿18,168
per night
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Miami Beach. Enjoy 9 restaurants, a beach locale and 8 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (5,573 reviews)
"Loved its history, pools, access to beach. Rooms were gorgeous. Drinks and food are astronomically high for the quality."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach
Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach
4.5 out of 5
1601 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL
The price is ฿13,435 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
฿13,435
per night
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Miami Beach. Enjoy 3 restaurants, a beach locale and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,260 reviews)
"The hotel is beautiful and clean. Breakfast was delicious and the waitress was good. But the bedroom furniture are a little old .I expect it to be more modern for the money I spends. I love the pool and the staff are very friendly."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Girasole Suites
Girasole Suites
3 out of 5
5445 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Miami Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the overall value in their reviews. ...
5.8/10 (377 reviews)
"I really loved staying at Girasole Suites!! If you are on a budget it’s the perfect place!!They have free valet parking!! It has a nice kitchenette all equipped!! It was comfortable and quiet!! Downstairs is a restaurant, pizza to grab, coffee, burgers!! There is no much around!! Only residences ..."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Girasole Suites
Smart Brickell Hotel
Smart Brickell Hotel
2.5 out of 5
239 SW 9th St, Miami, FL
Stay at this aparthotel in Miami. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Bayside Marketplace and PortMiami are located nearby. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (232 reviews)
"Perfect weekends! It was our first time in Miami . Hotel is perfect. Thank you,guys!"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Smart Brickell Hotel
Seaside All Suites Hotel
Seaside All Suites Hotel
3 out of 5
7500 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Miami Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,397 reviews)
"Nice quiet place, convenient location."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Seaside All Suites Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Miami

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
10 Apr 2020

Miami is a fun and beautiful place

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
21 Mar 2020

Cheap local buses and frequent to get around

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
25 Feb 2020

I love Spanish language

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
4 Feb 2020

We went to Mmiami for Super Bowl LIV and enjoyed the welcome and events the city laid on. The game was very good too

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
31 Jan 2020

Very, very expensive.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
26 Jan 2020

Always enjoyed my visits here, both for work and pleasure. The free Metro Mover and train network are excellent.

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