Overview

Miami is known for its culture, nightlife, music and its rich history. Travelers looking for warm weather, alluring waters, powder sand beaches and active nightlife need look no further. In addition to being a popular travel destination, Miami is also known as the “Cruise Capital of the World” because Miami ports provide year round sailings to the Caribbean and beyond.

Getting There & Getting Around

Flights to Miami are made easy with access to the Miami International Airport (MIA) located about 12-13 miles west of downtown and is easily approachable from most hotels in the city. Apart from MIA, there is Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL), which is situated at a stretch of 30 miles on the northern side of Miami. Many packages include rental cars in addition to flights and hotels.

MetroMover
The MetroMover is a Miami initiative for providing FREE transportation and runs from 5am to midnight seven days a week.

MetroBus
This bus system caters to all of Miami and runs in junction with the MetroMover and MetroRail.

MetroRail
The MetroRail has new services that make getting to and from the airport easy with the MIA Mover.

Taxi
Taking a taxi is an affordable option for a large group of people with rates starting at $2.50 +$2.40/mile.

Hotels

Check out a wide variety of hotels from across Miami.

Eden Roc Renaissance Beach Resort &Spa     ★★★☆☆

4525 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33140

Newport Beachside Hotel and Resort     ★★★★☆

16701 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160

Ramada Plaza Marco Polo Beach Resort     ★★★☆☆

19201 Collins Avenue , Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160

Turnberry Isle Resort     ★★★★★

199991 West Country Club Drive, Aventura, FL 33180

Attractions

Aventura Mall
19501 Biscayne Boulevard, Aventura, FL 33180
Aventura Mall has over 300 specialty stores, including brand name stores.

Bal Harbour Shops
9700 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour, FL 33154
This is every high fashion shoppers dream. Celebrities that have been spotted here include J. Lo, Gloria Estefan and Christina Aguilera.

Bakehouse Art Complex
561 NW 32nd Street, Miami, FL 33127
This building has been transformed into 70 studios where artists can both create and display their art. Artists range from sculptors and jewelry makers to painters and film makers.

Fly Boutique
650 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach, FL
This haven of vintage finds is full to the ceiling. Celebrities spotted here include Cameron Diaz, Kate Moss and Lenny Kravitz.

Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL 33132
This jungle theme park is full of animals that will keep you entertained, including the liger and over 300 bird species.

Miami Art Museum
101 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33130

Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Street, Miami Beach, Miami, FL
This garden is over 2.6 acres of garden that specialize in orchids. The gardens also include multiple water features, a mangrove as well as art installations. Explore the grounds or partake in the lectures and events that are provided for free.

Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue, Miami, FL

Venetian Pool
2701 De Soto Boulevard,  Coral Gables, FL 33134
This pool was once a rock quarry.

Wings Over Miami Air Museum
14710 SW 128th St, Kendall , Miami, FL 33186
This museum is a tribute to veterans and air craft history, housing vintage and military planes such as the 1942 Boeing and the GNAT.

Restaurants & Nightlife

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Bayside Marketplace, R100, 401 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132

El Palacio De Los Jugos
7085 Coral Way, Miami, FL
14300 Southwest 8th Street, Miami, FL
5721 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL
A great local Cuban market with plenty to offer from juices and fruits to Cuban eateries. One place makes empanadas from scratch while others have lechon, and many more Cuban delicacies.

INK Night Club
717 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
This night club is unlike any other and has tattoo stalls and a piercing area as well as a full bar with a sophisticated man cave feel.

La Confradia
160 Andalusia Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134
This restaurant blends the flavours of Peru with Mediterranean cuisine.

Mansion
1235 Washington Avenue  Miami Beach, FL 33139
This multi-level bar feature six bars and is popular with locals and celebrities.

Table 8                          
1458 Ocean Drive, Miami, FL 33139
Chef Armstrong uses fresh, local ingredients to create an exciting dining experience. This restaurant has gained a celebrity following with those such as Bobby flay and Oprah Winfrey.

Tobacco Road
626 South Miami Avenue  Miami, FL 33130
Miami’s oldest bar is still a prominent chill out spot for locals with live music every day of the week.

Uva Restaurant & Lounge
2626 Ponce De Leon Boulevard, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Uva offers diners a selection of international foods ranging from Japanese to Italian. In the evening, this restaurant transforms into a lively night club.

Versailles Restaurant
3555 Southwest 8th Street, Miami, FL 33135
This restaurant has mastered Cuban cuisine and has been feeding the community for forty years.