City Guide

Miami

Beaches, Art Deco, Latin culture and subtropical nature coexist; keep the city and Everglades on separate days.

A view of a bridge over a body of water
Photo: Michael J. Vega · Unsplash License
LocationFlorida
Suggested baseSouth Beach / Brickell
Best seasonNovember–April
Suggested stay3–5 days

Must See

6 specific places

01

South Beach

Beach, lifeguard towers and oceanfront path.

02

Ocean Drive Art Deco District

Colorful facades, neon and historic architecture.

03

Little Havana

Cuban food, music and neighborhood culture.

04

Wynwood Walls

Large-scale murals and a design district.

05

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens

Bayfront estate, gardens and architectural detail.

06

Biscayne Bay

Boat views, skyline and island waterways.

Suggested Route

A practical first visit

Use one day for South Beach and Art Deco, one for Little Havana and Wynwood, and a third for Vizcaya or Biscayne Bay.

Plan Ahead

The planning note that matters

Winter and spring are most comfortable; summer and fall require heat, thunderstorm and hurricane awareness.

Photography

How to photograph it

Shoot South Beach at sunrise and Ocean Drive neon at blue hour; high humidity can fog lenses.

Before You Go

Pre-trip checklist

  • Confirm opening days, reservations, tickets, parking and local transportation.
  • Schedule the item most affected by weather, light or crowds first.
  • Save offline maps, parking, meeting points and the last reliable supply stop.
  • Pack water, sun protection, rain gear, layers and comfortable walking shoes.
  • For sunrise, sunset or night shoots, protect return time and respect local boundaries.