What to do in Miami Beach
Welcome to Miami Beach! We put together this guide with the spots we most recommend to our guests after 20+ years hosting families at The Pavilion (5601 Collins Ave). From oceanfront walks one minute from your door to nearby day trips, you'll find everything you need to make the most of your stay.
Mid-Beach (your beach)
The beach right in front of the building is a quiet stretch of white sand and crystal-clear Atlantic water — ideal for families. Far less crowded than South Beach: you can swim, sunbathe or walk along the shore without crowds and head back to your apartment in minutes.
TIP: Bring your umbrella. Midday sun is intense: SPF 50 and water on hand.
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Miami Beach Boardwalk
This wooden walkway runs along the coast from 1st to 96th Street. Perfect for sunrise walks, jogging, biking or rollerblading with ocean views. Passes by iconic hotels like the Fontainebleau and connects directly to South Beach.
TIP: Avoid heading out too late during the morning, head out early (before 9 a.m.) and always grab water to stay hydrated.
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South Pointe Park
Oceanfront park at the southern tip of Miami Beach, with walking trails, a splash pad for kids, fishing pier and views of cruise ships entering and leaving the port. Spectacular for sunsets and photos.
TIP: Add a walk along the jetty to the tip of the pier at sunset.
1 Washington Ave, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 5,5 mi · 15 min by car
Lincoln Road Mall
Pedestrian street in the heart of South Beach with shops, open-air restaurants, galleries and a farmers market on Sundays. Best at sunset when temperatures drop.
TIP: Saturday mornings have a farmer's market with local produce and ready-to-eat food. Bring cash in small bills.
Lincoln Rd, entre Alton Rd y Washington Ave, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 3,5 mi · 10 min by car
Ocean Drive & the Art Deco District
One of the most photographed streets in the world: 1930s hotels with neon signs, palm trees, classic cars and the beach right across the street. By day a family-friendly walk; by night a lively bar zone.
TIP: Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays there are free Art Deco guided tours leaving from the Welcome Center (1001 Ocean Dr) at 10:30 a.m.
Ocean Drive, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 4,5 mi · 15 min by car
Española Way
Mediterranean-style pedestrian street with colorful buildings, outdoor seating restaurants and string lights. The most romantic spot for an open-air dinner in Miami Beach.
TIP: Book at Tapas y Tintos for a full Spanish experience, or grab a drink at Hosteria Romana to feel like you're in Italy.
Española Way, entre Washington y Pennsylvania Ave · 4 mi · 12 min by car
Wynwood Walls
Open-air museum of street art in Miami's coolest neighborhood. Massive murals from world-renowned artists, galleries, craft breweries and the city's most creative food trucks.
TIP: Main yard admission $12. But you can see most of the street art for free walking the surrounding blocks. Ideal Saturday midday with brunch at Coyo Taco.
2516 NW 2nd Ave, Miami FL 33127 · 6,5 mi · 20 min by car
Miami Design District
Neighborhood dedicated to design, fashion and food. Luxury boutiques, public art installations (don't miss Buckminster Fuller's Fly's Eye Dome) and the city's trendiest restaurants.
TIP: First 2 hours of parking are free in Palm Court. Head up to the rooftop of the Institute of Contemporary Art (free admission).
3841 NE 2nd Ave, Miami FL 33137 · 5,5 mi · 15 min by car
Little Havana
The Cuban heart of Miami. Calle Ocho is full of ventanita coffee windows, hand-rolled cigar factories, live music and Domino Park. An unmissable cultural immersion.
TIP: Last Fridays of the month are Viernes Culturales: open galleries, live music and street food.
Calle 8 (SW 8th St), Little Havana, Miami FL 33135 · 10,5 mi · 25 min by car