Miami itinerary — 2 days
Day 1 — Miami
4 stops · ≈ 6 h 54 minWaterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events.
Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs.
4-acre site with native Floridian & other tropical plants, Japanese garden, workshops & exhibits.
Sandy spot with beach access, plus a playground for young children & fitness equipment.
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8If you have time left — worth it too.
South Beach is known for its beaches and the glamorous scene around its happening nightspots and celebrity-chef eateries. Chain stores and indie fashion shops line pedestrian shopping strip Lincoln Road Mall. On Ocean Drive, known for its well-preserved art deco architecture, outdoor cafes offer a ringside view of the scene. Museums include the Wolfsonian-FIU, which has a collection of modern art and objects.
Home to nearly 3,000 animal, bird & plant species, this destination boasts a petting zoo & trails.
Lincoln Road Mall lets you spend time in South Beach under the sun without putting your toes in the sand. We'd swap the flip-flops for a pair of sneakers, though; this open-air shopping center stretches ten blocks. G-Star Raw, Red Zebra, and Alchemist will dress you in new clothes, while O Bag Miami, Swatch, and Uno de 50 will take care of the rest. Located on the northern edge of South Beach, Lincoln Road Mall is a shopaholic's paradise. Lincoln Road, a pedestrian street, is filled with fashionable boutiques, restaurants, bars, cafes, and bistros. Shopaholics will want to start their visit with some shopping, stopping into trendy boutiques and art galleries.
Arts complex for the exhibition & instruction of Afro-Caribbean theater, dance, music & crafts.
Famous coastal street that passes by many historical Art Deco hotels, bars & restaurants.
Florida Marlins stadium with A/C & retractable roof, featuring multiple cuisines, artwork & tours.
450-ft-long pier popular for fishing & featuring viewing stations & fish-cleaning facilities.
Historic estate with formal gardens & sculptures, grottos & circa-1914 mansion turned museum.
- Tipping 15-20% is expected at restaurants and for taxi/rideshare services.
- Hurricane season runs June-November; check forecasts and travel insurance in late summer.
- The Metromover in Downtown and Brickell is completely free.
- Use strong sunscreen and stay hydrated—Miami sun is intense year-round, even when cloudy.
- Watch for resort fees and parking charges at hotels, which can add $30-50+ per night.