The city feels like a warm embrace of chaotic harmony, where the humid air carries the scent of salt and fritters while salsa mixes with hip-hop from open car windows. It is now a dynamic coastal metropolis where art deco elegance meets modern innovation, inviting you to wander its sun-drenched streets and discover why this place refuses to sleep.
Do Miami the way locals do: start slow at Lummus Park, eat where the regulars do at CVI.CHE 105, let the evening run long at Lola bar.
Top things to do in Miami
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Wynwood Walls
Unique outdoor destination featuring huge, colorful street murals by artists from around the globe.
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Lummus Park
Sandy spot with beach access, plus a playground for young children & fitness equipment.
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Bayfront Park
Waterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events.
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Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
Historic estate with formal gardens & sculptures, grottos & circa-1914 mansion turned museum.
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Rosa Sky
Vibrant rooftop bar featuring cocktails and tapas, plus live DJs and panoramic city views.
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Maurice A. Ferré Park
Spacious waterside park featuring a sand beach, large amphitheater & a playground.
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Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
Sizable horticultural destination with a guided tour via tram, water features & a butterfly exhibit.
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Skyviews Miami Observation Wheel
Views of Biscayne Bay & the downtown Miami skyline from climate-controlled glass gondolas.
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MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM
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Pérez Art Museum Miami
Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs.
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Local favorites, not tourist traps.
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CVI.CHE 105
Peruvian eatery with a hip, boisterous crowd, cocktails & ceviche & sleek space with eclectic art.
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Pollos & Jarras
Hopping bi-level spot for rotisserie chicken & other Peruvian eats amid neon colors & warm woods.
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Old's Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina
Energetic Cuban eatery offering traditional dishes, cocktails & live music amid retro-themed decor.
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Café Bastille Downtown Miami
Informal French cafe serves all-day lunch and brunch options, including omelettes, crepes, and eggs.
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Crazy About You
An eclectic & budget-priced menu summons Spain, Italy & America at this stylish waterside bistro.
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Rusty Pelican Miami
Diners pack this stylishly updated landmark for water, city & sunset views plus weekend brunch.
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Versailles Restaurant Cuban Cuisine
Iconic Cuban restaurant serving traditional fare in a roomy, vintage dining room with chandeliers.
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CASA NEOS
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Miami Culinary Tours
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Big Bus Tours Miami
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The Miami Experience Boat Party
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Island Queen Cruises & Tours
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Miami Aqua Tours
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Thriller Miami Speedboat Adventures
Thrill rides in open-topped speedboats, with commentary on Miami sights & celebrity houses.
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Lummus Park
Sandy spot with beach access, plus a playground for young children & fitness equipment.
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Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
Featuring a freshwater lagoon, this diverse wildlife habitat offers hiking, fishing & more.
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Oleta River State Park
Urban park drawing nature-lovers with mangrove forest plus fishing, kayaking, biking & camping.
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Matheson Hammock Park & Marina
Breezy sheltered beach with a man-made atoll pool that accommodates new swimmers & kiteboarders.
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Oleta River Outdoor Center
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Lola bar
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Mango's South Beach
Restaurant/nightclub with cocktails, live Latin music & entertainment until 5 AM.
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Rosa Sky
Vibrant rooftop bar featuring cocktails and tapas, plus live DJs and panoramic city views.
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Black Market Miami
This upscale sports bar offers classic American pub fare in a slick, space with plentiful HD TVs.
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