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United States Miami travel guide
9 things to do in Miami, where to stay, airport transfers, 7 MICHELIN-starred restaurants. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Miami
- Art Deco Historic District — South Beach streets lined with hundreds of pastel 1930s Art Deco buildings and neon signs. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Vizcaya Museum and Gardens — historic estate on Biscayne Bay; Coconut Grove neighborhood of Miami, Florida (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Miami Seaquarium — oceanarium in Florida, United States (visit ≈ 150 min)
- Pérez Art Museum Miami — art museum in Miami (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Bayfront Park — urban park in Miami, Florida, USA (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Maurice A. Ferré Park — park in Miami, United States (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Jungle Island — zoo on Watson Island near downtown Miami, Florida (visit ≈ 150 min)
- Gesu Church — Catholic church building in Miami, U.S.A. (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Trinity Episcopal Cathedral — cathedral in Miami, Florida, USA (visit ≈ 35 min)
4-day Miami walking itinerary
Starting point: South Beach. The top 4 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 0.9 km · 1,260 steps · 12 min on the way): Art Deco Historic District
- Day 2 (≈ 10.5 km · 14,150 steps · 2 h 20 min on the way): Jungle Island
- Day 3 (≈ 13.8 km · 18,610 steps · 3 h 4 min on the way): Maurice A. Ferré Park
- Day 4 (≈ 13.7 km · 18,490 steps · 3 h 2 min on the way): Bayfront Park
Hidden gems and overlooked spots in Miami
- Wynwood Walls — Open-air gallery where artists from around the world have covered old warehouse walls with giant murals. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Venetian Pool — A 1920s public pool built in an old coral-rock quarry in Coral Gables, with grottoes and waterfalls. (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden — Large tropical garden of palms, cycads and a butterfly house, with lakeside paths. (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park — Protected tip of Key Biscayne with a historic lighthouse and calm beaches. (visit ≈ 150 min)
- Everglades – Shark Valley — A flat loop trail and observation tower in the Everglades, with alligators and wading birds close by. (visit ≈ 180 min)
Where to stay in Miami
- South Beach: Art Deco hotels, Ocean Drive and the beach.
- Brickell: Skyscrapers, rooftop bars and offices, linked by the Metromover.
- Wynwood: Murals, galleries and breweries.
- Coconut Grove: A green, calm bayside neighbourhood.
- Little Havana: Cuban culture, coffee windows and live music.
Getting from the airport to Miami
- Miami (MIA): MIA Mover to Miami Central, then Metrorail Orange Line ≈ 25 min.
Getting around
Metrorail and the free Metromover link the centre; reach Miami Beach by bus or Uber/Lyft. Avoid the midday heat in summer.
Classic places to eat
- Joe’s Stone Crab: Stone crab and key lime pie since 1913; seasonal opening.
- Versailles: Little Havana’s iconic Cuban restaurant since 1971.
- Puerto Sagua: Simple Cuban food in South Beach since 1962.
- La Camaronera: A family business famous for its fried fish sandwich.
- Garcia’s Seafood Grille: Fresh fish and seafood on the Miami River.
- Ball & Chain: Live Latin music and cocktails since 1935.
- Mac’s Club Deuce: South Beach’s oldest bar, since 1926.
- Azucar Ice Cream Company: Homemade ice cream with Cuban flavours.
MICHELIN-starred restaurants
Last known stars; check the MICHELIN Guide before you go.
- L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon — 2 MICHELIN stars, French
- Cote Miami — 1 MICHELIN star, Korean steakhouse
- Ariete — 1 MICHELIN star, Contemporary American
- Boia De — 1 MICHELIN star, Italian
- Stubborn Seed — 1 MICHELIN star, Contemporary American
- Hiden — 1 MICHELIN star, Japanese, omakase
- Los Félix — 1 MICHELIN star, Mexican
Romantic views
- South Pointe Park (Sunset): A pier at the tip of Miami Beach watching ships pass.
- Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (Afternoon): An Italian-style villa and gardens on the bay.
- Venetian Causeway (Sunset): Walk or cycle across the bay between little islands.
- Ocean Drive (Evening): An evening stroll past neon-lit Art Deco hotels.
Good to know before visiting Miami
- Fine: Carrying open alcohol in the street is banned in most cities.
- Fine: Cannabis remains illegal federally: banned in national parks, airports and across state lines.
- Fine: Declare fruit, vegetables, meat and other food at customs; undeclared items are fined.
- Warning: The drinking age is 21; bars and shops ask for ID.
- Warning: Healthcare is very expensive; get comprehensive travel medical insurance.
- Price tags exclude sales tax, which is added at the till.
Extra rules for Florida / Miami
- Fine: Recreational cannabis is illegal.
- Fine: Alcohol is banned on Miami Beach's beaches.
- Warning: June to November is hurricane season; follow official alerts.
- Emergency: 911
- Plugs: A/B, 120V
- Tap water: Tap water is safe to drink.
- Tipping: Tipping 18–22% in restaurants is all but mandatory; $1–2 per drink at bars.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: United States, U.S. Customs and Border Protection — ESTA, Wikivoyage — United States of America, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Miami travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Miami?
- The top 4 places in the centre take about 4 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel.
- What are the top things to do in Miami?
- Highlights: Art Deco Historic District, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Miami Seaquarium, Pérez Art Museum Miami and Bayfront Park. The map has 9 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Miami?
- South Beach: Art Deco hotels, Ocean Drive and the beach. Other options: Brickell, Wynwood, Coconut Grove and Little Havana.
- How do you get from the airport to Miami city centre?
- Miami (MIA): MIA Mover to Miami Central, then Metrorail Orange Line ≈ 25 min.
- How do you get around Miami?
- Metrorail and the free Metromover link the centre; reach Miami Beach by bus or Uber/Lyft. Avoid the midday heat in summer.
- Which MICHELIN-starred restaurants are in Miami?
- According to the last known data there are 7 starred restaurants: L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon (2 stars), Cote Miami (1 star), Ariete (1 star), Boia De (1 star), Stubborn Seed (1 star) and 2 more. Check the MICHELIN Guide before you go.
- What is the emergency number in Miami?
- Emergency: 911.
- Do you tip in Miami?
- Tipping 18–22% in restaurants is all but mandatory; $1–2 per drink at bars.
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