Trip to Miami Beach, the United States: how to get there, how many days and when to go

Miami Beach – Flórida Destination Miami and Everglades

How to get there

Miami International Airport (MIA) Miami · 20 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

From MIA or Miami, travel by road using the routes that cross the bay; check the direct route to the lodging area.

How many days

Two days allow time for beach and architecture without relying on a single sunny day.

When to go

For Miami Beach, November to April is usually the least humid period; in summer, from June to September, plan for breaks because of heat and rain. Hurricanes can affect the region between June and November.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

Walk in the South Beach area and use buses or local transport for longer stretches; parking can be burdensome on the itinerary if you drive.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Miami Beach

Morning
South Beach and Art Deco Historic District
Devote the start of the itinerary to South Beach and the Art Deco Historic District. Prioritize the main part of the visit and arrival time, leaving a break before continuing in Miami Beach.
Afternoon
Additional time in South Beach and the Art Deco Historic District
Use the afternoon to deepen the South Beach and Art Deco Historic District circuit if you feel like it, or return to base in Miami Beach. If the Miami Beach leg is short, preserve the remaining time for rest at base.
Late afternoon
Return via the South Beach and Art Deco Historic District area
Finish walks in the area of Miami Beach you have already visited and return to lodging before planning another transfer. Light and weather can change the duration of this stage.
Evening
Free evening in Miami Beach
Dine near base in Miami Beach and keep the evening free to rest after the South Beach and Art Deco Historic District walk.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

How to get to Miami Beach and start the visit?

You need to cross the bay from the mainland.

How many days to set aside for Miami Beach?

Two nights leave room for beach and architecture.

How to get around during the stay in Miami Beach?

Within South Beach, it's worth doing the circuit on foot.

Is it worth visiting the Art Deco district during the day?

Yes. Daylight helps to observe volumes, reliefs and colors of the façades; nighttime lighting shows a different aspect of the same ensemble.

Your trip to Miami Beach.