Miami Beach

Miami Beach, a renowned American beachfront destination, is located in the city of Miami Beach, across Biscayne Bay from Miami. Its shallow waters, gentle waves, fine white sand, and expansive, flat surface stretch for several kilometers. Flocks of seagulls create a breathtaking three-dimensional scene, and millions of people flock here each year to enjoy the sand, sun, and sea.

Attractions Location: Miami, Florida, USA

Opening hours:
All day (Monday to Sunday, January 1st - December 31st)

Transportation:
From downtown Miami, take bus No. 119 from SE 1 St@SE 1 Av to Lincoln Rd@James Av.

Time reference: More than 3 hours


Recommended itinerary for Miami Beach tours

1-Day Itinerary: Miami Beach Highlights

Explore the iconic Miami Beach in one day, focusing on its famous beaches, Art Deco architecture, and vibrant atmosphere.

  • Morning: Start at South Beach for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Late morning: Walk along Ocean Drive to admire the Art Deco Historic District buildings.
  • Afternoon: Visit Lincoln Road Mall for shopping and lunch.
  • Evening: Enjoy sunset at South Pointe Park Pier and dine at nearby beachfront restaurants.

Transportation: Walk or take the Miami Beach Trolley (free) along the main routes; taxis and rideshares are also widely available.

Accommodation/Food: Stay at hotels in South Beach area. Try Cuban cuisine at local restaurants like Havana 1957.

Souvenirs: Art Deco posters, Miami Beach beachwear, local crafts from Lincoln Road shops.


2-Day Itinerary: Miami Beach & Cultural Exploration

Combine Miami Beach’s famous shorelines with a taste of Miami’s vibrant cultural scene.

  • Day 1: Follow 1-day itinerary.
  • Day 2 Morning: Visit the Bass Museum of Art (10-minute walk from South Beach).
  • Late morning: Explore the Miami Beach Botanical Garden nearby.
  • Afternoon: Head to the Miami Design District (~15-minute taxi ride) for contemporary art galleries and shopping.
  • Evening: Dinner at Wynwood Walls area and enjoy street art and nightlife.

Transportation: Use Miami Beach Trolley and taxis for Design District and Wynwood (about 20 minutes by car).

Accommodation/Food: Stay in Miami Beach; sample seafood and Latin fusion cuisine.

Souvenirs: Contemporary art prints, botanical-themed gifts, designer items.


3-Day Itinerary: Miami Beach and Surrounding Attractions

Explore Miami Beach’s highlights plus some iconic Miami spots including Little Havana and Biscayne Bay.

  • Day 1-2: Follow 2-day itinerary.
  • Day 3 Morning: Visit Little Havana (30-minute taxi from Miami Beach) for Cuban culture and street food.
  • Afternoon: Take a boat tour of Biscayne Bay, including Star Island and Millionaire’s Row.
  • Evening: Return to Miami Beach for a relaxing dinner on the waterfront.

Transportation: Taxis or rideshare for Little Havana and boat tours; walking and trolley in Miami Beach.

Accommodation/Food: Stay in Miami Beach or Downtown Miami. Try Cuban coffee and pastries in Little Havana.

Souvenirs: Cuban cigars, local coffee, Bay-themed souvenirs.


4-Day Itinerary: Miami Beach, Museums & Nature

Combine urban art, beach time, and nature exploration for a well-rounded Miami Beach experience.

  • Days 1-3: Follow 3-day itinerary.
  • Day 4 Morning: Visit the Wolfsonian-FIU Museum in Miami Beach.
  • Afternoon: Head to Oleta River State Park (~20-minute taxi ride) for kayaking or biking.
  • Evening: Dinner in North Miami Beach area or return to South Beach.

Transportation: Combination of trolley, taxi, or rideshare.

Accommodation/Food: Stay in Miami Beach or nearby neighborhoods; enjoy fresh seafood and American fusion cuisine.

Souvenirs: Museum memorabilia, outdoor gear, handmade jewelry.


5-Day Itinerary: Miami Beach & Miami Highlights

Experience Miami Beach and key Miami landmarks with a mix of art, history, and beach relaxation.

  • Days 1-4: Follow 4-day itinerary.
  • Day 5 Morning: Visit Vizcaya Museum and Gardens (~20-minute taxi from Miami Beach).
  • Afternoon: Explore Coconut Grove for boutique shopping and cafes.
  • Evening: Return to Miami Beach for nightlife or a beachside dinner.

Transportation: Taxi or rideshare for Vizcaya and Coconut Grove; trolley and walking in Miami Beach.

Accommodation/Food: Miami Beach or Coconut Grove accommodations. Sample tropical cocktails and farm-to-table dining.

Souvenirs: Vizcaya art prints, tropical-themed gifts, local handmade crafts.


6-Day Itinerary: Full Miami Beach & Surroundings Experience

Enjoy a deep dive into Miami Beach’s culture, beaches, and nearby neighborhoods with ample leisure time.

  • Days 1-5: Follow 5-day itinerary.
  • Day 6 Morning: Visit Miami Seaquarium on Virginia Key (~15-minute taxi).
  • Afternoon: Relax at Haulover Park Beach, known for its clothing-optional area and kite flying.
  • Evening: Dinner at Bal Harbour Shops area or return to Miami Beach.

Transportation: Taxi or rideshare preferred.

Accommodation/Food: Stay in Miami Beach or Bal Harbour. Try gourmet dining and international cuisine.

Souvenirs: Marine-themed items, designer brands from Bal Harbour, local art.


7-Day Itinerary: Ultimate Miami Beach and Greater Miami Tour

A comprehensive week-long itinerary exploring Miami Beach in depth plus the greater Miami area's highlights.

  • Days 1-6: Follow 6-day itinerary.
  • Day 7 Morning: Explore Miami Children’s Museum or Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) downtown.
  • Afternoon: Stroll through Bayside Marketplace for shopping and entertainment.
  • Evening: Final sunset and dinner at South Beach or rooftop bars in downtown Miami.

Transportation: Use taxis, rideshare, and trolley where applicable.

Accommodation/Food: Miami Beach or Downtown Miami stay. Sample a variety of cuisines reflecting Miami’s multicultural vibe.

Souvenirs: Museum gifts, Miami sports apparel, artisanal crafts.


User Reviews

By Water lily grows in the wind |

Miami Beach is brimming with holiday charm. Nearby are comprehensive resort facilities and shopping malls. Walking the streets, whether it's the brown-skinned women or the ubiquitous Spanish accents, they all exude a laid-back yet charming holiday vibe. The sky is exceptionally high, and the sea breeze washes in, carrying the rugged yet refreshing scent of the ocean. You can stroll leisurely along the soft white sands, while people fish near the jagged rocks. Even in inclement weather, the water remains crystal clear and turquoise.

By Chloe |

Miami Beach is the most beautiful beach I've ever been to. We stayed at a beachfront hotel with a private beach right outside the back door. Everyone lazily sat in chairs, soaking up the sun. It was one of the happiest times I've ever had. My husband and I honeymooned there and took our wedding photos there. The sun was just too strong, and we got really tanned.

By Porridge Brother |

I haven't walked there, but there are really a lot of hotels along the beach. I saw it at the time.

By Aqua |

I used to go there often. I thought it was quite expensive back then. But it's still a pretty cozy nightlife area. Honestly, if you're just browsing and taking photos, you probably won't find it that great. It's best to go after a busy week and try out the restaurants and bars.

By Sleepwalking Fanfan |

Compared to the azure blue of the Pacific Ocean, the emerald green of Miami Beach has an innate sexiness that is far more beautiful than one might imagine!

By Park Leee |

Very big, very suitable for walking, recommended! ! !

By Dust-soaked Dust-soaked |

Bars and hotels are everywhere, bikinis and crocodiles are everywhere.

By Mars User |

In fact, there is no essential difference from South Beach. The surrounding buildings are as ugly as domestic sanatoriums... But the actual environment is still good. It is clean.

By Slamander |

The city is a bit crowded, prices are high, and parking is difficult.

By Shanghai Next Life |

If you are a perfectionist, then I suggest you go to Miami and visit the most famous South Beach. It is indeed the most beautiful beach in Miami! If you are going there for a relaxing vacation like me, then the beaches in several places are all beautiful enough. The style and customs are completely American and cannot be compared with Sanya, Hainan.

By Ran Yu |

Very clean and beautiful beach, good for walking and running.

By lzzduke06 |

I've been there twice and I'm quite familiar with it. Overall, it's a suitable place for vacation and retirement for wealthy people.

By Niko 😘 |

It's ok... the beach... it's still cold in winter...

By 👼Xiaoduo |

Is Miami crowded with tourists? What's the best season to visit? Or is it good to visit all year round?

By Lake |

Miami Beach is just average

By Lizzy |

Miami Beach should actually be a general term that includes South Beach and other areas on the island to distinguish it from the other side of the bay.

By Ignore the exercise book |

If you want to go, go to Miami Beach. There are fewer people and the scenery is beautiful. You will feel that lying there for an entire afternoon is too short.

By Xiaoyuzai 💤 |

Miami's long, narrow beach is lined with hotels and restaurants. That evening, we sat in the open-air restaurant downstairs, savoring delicious food, enjoying the ocean breeze as we watched the voluptuous, passionate women pass by and the handsome men on stage humming "Hotel California" with relentless enthusiasm. I wished time would just stop there. Seriously.

Cross the road downstairs from the hotel and you will reach the beach in just a few dozen meters. When the sun shines down at 6 o'clock in the morning and covers my whole body, I feel so comfortable all over.

By Cher |

It's a great place for a vacation. The sea water is clean and the sky is very blue.

By xiaoxiang |

It's a beautiful beach with clean water and fine sand. It's worth a visit.

By Ai Xin |

Although I was just passing by, I felt a strong sense of resort and luxury style

By Let's talk about it later |

One of the most beautiful beaches I've ever been to, the sea in Hawaii is light blue, the sea in Seattle is dark blue, and the sea in Miami is green!

By Little Wisdom |

Very nice beach. I signed up for a tour group trip to Miami through Haixing.com and it was great.

By Sydney |

The prices of restaurants around are very high, and they are all tourists.

By Climbing Pig |

Great beach, big waves, very long and wide sandy beach

By Edison |

Miami Beach is very suitable for swimming. The water is clear and not too cold. The blue-green color of the sea is very beautiful.

By beyourjm |

It's beautiful, there are a lot of people, and the public services are very complete, but the rental fee is

By faye1120 |

There is nothing special about it, and it is no different from a normal sea. (Of course it is still much more beautiful than Sanya)

By MALI |

It's really great. When I went there, it was said to be the off-season and rainy season, but it was sunny every day. Going to the beach every day is a must, sunbathing, taking a dip in the sea, and feeling the sunshine and the sea! It's comparable to Santa Monica Beach in Los Angeles~~~ If you have enough time, I recommend staying for two more days

By cici |

Miami is an absolute holiday paradise. If you are not in a hurry and just want to spend a few days quietly by the sea, then this is very suitable.

From travel notes http://www.mafengwo.cn/i/6621185.html

By Little Monsters No Added Sugar |

This is the beach with the finest sand I've ever been to on the East Coast. It's a quiet place in the bustling city, a different world.

By Dahei |

The scenery is beautiful, the locals are very hospitable, the food is great, the supermarket separates the daily necessities, and the nuts, fruits and dairy products are good.

By Oolong tea |

It was different from what I imagined. Maybe the better beaches were all contracted by hotels, so the beach we went to was more of a public beach.

By Arctic Owl |

Miami Beach is huge. I went there in December and it was still crowded. When the weather was nice during the day, everyone was sunbathing. I also wore a bikini for the first time. I rented an umbrella bed on the beach, put on some sunscreen, and headed straight to the beach to play.

By Mr. Dong |

The high-rise buildings next to the beach are two points. The beach and the ocean are not as good as those on the Greek islands.

By Heejae of the cute sea |

The beach is nice, but there are a lot of people and it's not as clean and clear as I imagined. We went there once in the afternoon and were lucky enough to see a double rainbow. The next morning I went to see the sunrise, but unfortunately the clouds were a bit thick and the sunrise effect was not obvious. The quiet beach in the early morning was still nice.

By Mingming S |

The beach and sea are great. I want to go there again.

By Nomi |

South Beach in the rain is another kind of enjoyment. The weather is cold in January, but the sea water is still warm when it hits your feet.

Parking in the surrounding area is expensive. The parking lot on 7th Street mentioned in my travel notes is $1 per hour, which is the cheapest compared to other parking lots. It is only a 5-minute walk from South Beach and is very convenient.

By Mamama Master |

Isn't the whole point of coming to Miami to hang out on the beach and soak up the sun? Especially with the series of hotels along the beach, there are bars right outside. It's so exciting.

By Louis |

Miami Beach is less crowded than South Beach. Although the sand isn't as fine as South Beach, it's still pretty good overall. I personally prefer Miami Beach.

By Ding Yi |

Miami Beach really lives up to its reputation, it truly has "blue sky, blue sea and white sand".



We had plenty of bread in our bags, so we tried feeding the seagulls. We got really into it. We threw the bread in the air, and many seagulls came to grab it. We took lots of photos.

By Jiuuuuuuu |

It’s hot, hot, hot, hot! But it’s so beautiful. Living right on the beach, with the ocean breeze, life is great!

By Small tour |

Miami Beach has a lot of seaweed for some reason, and you have to walk a few meters to avoid it. The water is very warm, but if you go there, be sure not to drive because you can't hear any traffic! There's no need to rent a car in Miami. Parking at beachfront hotels is extra, and it's charged per day.

By An Weiwei |

It's true that parking is expensive, but the beach is amazing, whether it's the roadside bars or the beach soft drinks

By Lisa🐷 |

The scenery is nice but the sand is not fine and getting a chair costs $15 plus tip

By Love_Platycodon grandiflorum |

We drove from downtown Miami to Miami Beach. You can park at a roadside parking lot near the beach. There's a meter on the side of the road. You choose how long you want to park and then pay a coin to get a receipt. You press the meter's receipt against your windshield (mainly to let the police see your parking time). You can then go to the beach during your designated parking time. The roadway faces the beach on one side and is lined with businesses selling food and drinks on the other, so you can grab a bite to eat before heading back. We also had enough fun at the beach, so we ate before driving back to downtown Miami.

By Kizuki |

It was really nice to swim in the cool water at the beach at two or three in the afternoon, but the water was too salty.

By karen |

The hotel is very close to the beach, about 5-6 minutes' walk. We arrived a little late, so the children played in the sand, which was nice. There was hot water for the children to wash their feet.

By xiao Zhengzhou |

Miami's famous South Beach

By Jiang Xian |

It is equivalent to Sanya for the American people. On the beach here, you can see all kinds of beauties and local tycoons from all over the world. It is a gathering place for rich people. Unfortunately, it was a bit cloudy when we arrived, and it was too difficult to park on the road closest to the sea.

By Shaine |

Waiting for the sunset... But it seems I waited in the wrong direction... The sand is very fine but there are still small stones in it that are a bit prickly~~

By Yve |

The Miami sea isn't a pale blue, but rather a tinge of green, like Tiffany blue, shimmering and possessing a distinct beauty from other seas. The sand isn't very fine or white, completely unlike the romantic honeymoon beach you'd expect. I imagine Miami's beaches to be fiery and wild, a uniquely American holiday destination.

It should be said that Miami is not what Chinese people imagine a beach to be like. If you are looking for white sand like the Maldives, then Miami is not an ideal place. The biggest feature here is American culture, a melting pot of various American cultures.

By Kass |

If you don't visit Miami and hit the beach, you haven't really been there! You can rent a CitiBike and cycle along the beach before heading back down.

By Keep a sample |

I stayed in a youth hostel on the beach for six days, and I could go for a morning run along the beach in just two minutes.

By I walk alone through the mountains |

The visibility of the seawater is very high, but there are some annoying seaweeds on the surface. It seems that after years of using chemical fertilizers, the United States has a serious problem of eutrophication in the ocean.

By Congcong_Chris |

The symbol of Miami. On a sunny afternoon, people gather here to enjoy the blue sky, blue sea, sunny beach.

By estoppel |

Very comfortable place, perfect for resting during the trip

By Wandering River Fox |

Vast seas, blue seas, white sands, handsome men and beautiful women, lazy wooden piers, surfers, Miami Beach is actually full of charm.

By Mofan |

It's okay, it's a good beach in the United States, but it's different from the Caribbean coast.

By over the way |

Miami Beach in the southeastern United States is the best place to go on vacation in winter

By Jennifer |

Not as good as I thought, maybe my expectations were too high, it felt messy, if that was the original feature, there are still many beautiful girls and handsome guys, and the restaurant seems to be soliciting customers in Houhai

By Lily's sister Lilysis |

Clean, clean, clean! Important things should be said three times!

Clear water, fine sand, blue sky~

We parked our car in a nearby parking garage and walked across the pedestrian street.

The beach is free, and you can rent lounge chairs. I remember it was about $20 for 4 hours...

We were in the sun for a few hours. I put on sunscreen, and the muscular guys who were traveling with me put on tanning oil. When we came back, our skin was peeling off.

I can't swim, so I just posed for photos at the beach, but there were quite a lot of people swimming there.

There were many beautiful women sunbathing naked next to me, all speaking Spanish... I was approached by a South American guy next to me😄

By Jack Man |

Miami is a world-renowned tourist city, especially known for its beautiful beaches.

By Brilliant Xixi |

Beautiful beach, the sunset is beautiful, and you can see many private yachts and private planes going out to sea

By Mu Youji |

The beautiful scenery does not need any extra words, you will understand when you go there.

By Super Yue oO Yue |

There are bicycle rentals, which is quite interesting. The beach is relatively shallow and you can see very far. It is very beautiful. There are also many seagulls and birds, and they are very large.

By Ann |

I went to the beach in the evening and it was all so luxurious until night. I instantly felt how great it is to be rich. I really want to be rich! Street shots of beautiful women with luxury cars.

By Life fifty |

Full of Latin style, the beach is full of beautiful women, sexy and hot, cruise ships gradually sail out of the bay, luxurious and rich, the sea is blue, seagulls fly, everything is so beautiful.

By winglau522 |

The beach is not very good, but the coastline is very beautiful when viewed from the air. The bar street next to it is a bit messy.

By Pandas in Chengdu |

If you go to Miami, you have to stay in Miami Beach. It has a very Latin atmosphere.

By shanwei55 |

It's a beautiful beach, a great place for locals and tourists to relax.

By Bagel_chee |

Bring your bikini, sunscreen, and cash. Remember to lose weight beforehand. Also, they don't like very pale skin tones here, so remember that.

By —(show, meˉ |

This beach is great, with a row of bars across from it. You can sunbathe or have a drink. Foreigners are seen wandering around the beach and bars in their bikinis.

By Xixi |

*** beach...it's just that the shops there mostly speak Spanish, and at that time I really wanted to learn Spanish... although my English is also very average hahahaha

By Ranger |

A classic resort, dotted with palm trees and fine sandy beaches, the coast is dotted with hotels and bars, and it becomes even more lively at night. Specialty cocktails, especially large ones.


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