Back

Miami Magic: 8 Days of Art, Culture, and Culinary Delights

Desiree Torres

3 Dec 2023

0

Embark on a thrilling journey through Miami's vibrant art scene, immerse yourself in the rich Cuban heritage, and savor the mouthwatering flavors of the city's diverse cuisine. This 8-day itinerary is a perfect blend of culture, history, and gastronomy, promising an unforgettable adventure in the Magic City.

Trip to Miami

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Artistic Gems and Gourmet Delights

+

$50

·

$ 3

de la Cruz Collection

Privately owned contemporary-art museum in a 30,000-square-foot minimalist building.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

•

Free

7 - 9 min

~

Directions

The Margulies Collection at the WAREhOUSE

Contemporary & vintage photography, video & sculpture displayed in a huge converted-warehouse space.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

•

$19

6 - 9 min

~

Directions

Subs On The Run

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$18

9 - 14 min

~

Directions

Miam Cafe & Boutique

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$13

Day 2Unveiling Contemporary Masterpieces and Epicurean Delights

+

$31

·

$ 3

Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum

Housed on FIU's campus, museum displaying photos, prints & work by Latin American artists.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

Free

28 - 34 min

~

Directions

Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami

Paintings, sculpture & multi-media installations showcased in an ultramodern venue with a garden.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

•

Free

4 - 6 min

~

Directions

Mrs. Mandolin

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$12

4 - 5 min

~

Directions

COTE Miami

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$19

Day 3A Cuban Cultural Extravaganza and Savory Bites

+

$61

·

$ 3

American Museum of the Cuban Diaspora

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

•

$13

9 - 11 min

~

Directions

Tower Theater Miami

One of Miami's oldest cultural landmarks, the theater hosts movies, educational programs & exhibits.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

•

$13

1 - 2 min

~

Directions

Old's Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$12

4 - 5 min

~

Directions

Sanguich De Miami

Born in Cuba. Raised in Miami. We’re combining the best cuisine of both worlds to serve a modern take on classic Cuban sanguiches.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$24

Day 4Discovering Miami's History and Savoring Latin Flavors

+

$69

·

$ 8

History Miami Museum

Education center with archives, exhibits & area tours exploring Miami's multicultural history.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

$19

12 - 15 min

~

Directions

Rubell Museum

Contemporary works by emerging & established artists displayed in a repurposed DEA warehouse.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

•

$19

7 - 9 min

~

Directions

Salsa Fiesta

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$18

9 - 11 min

~

Directions

The Taco Stand

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$13

Day 5A Stroll through Historic Estates and Culinary Indulgence

+

$84

·

$ 3

Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

Historic estate with formal gardens & sculptures, grottos & circa-1914 mansion turned museum.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

•

$27

23 - 28 min

~

Directions

The Bass

Historic art deco space featuring diverse art, artifacts & sculpture garden, plus films & lectures.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

•

$13

2 - 3 min

~

Directions

Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill - South Beach

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

•

$24

8 - 11 min

~

Directions

Rosetta Bakery

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$20

Day 6Reflecting on History and Savoring Mediterranean Delights

+

$59

·

$ 3

Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach

Self-guided tours at an outdoor Holocaust museum with a memorial wall & a huge human hand sculpture.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

•

Free

8 - 10 min

~

Directions

The Wolfsonian-Florida International University

Eclectic industrial design collection in a 1927 building, plus lectures, films & arts events.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

•

$15

2 - 3 min

~

Directions

Safron Mediterranean Grill

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$20

4 - 5 min

~

Directions

Rosetta Bakery

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$24

Day 7Beachside Bliss and Finger-Licking BBQ

+

$67

·

$ 3

Historic Virginia Key Beach Park

Mile-long beach near Downtown with wetlands, a boardwalk, hiking trails, picnic areas & concessions.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

•

$10

49 - 59 min

~

Directions

Coral Castle

Landmark outdoor garden with sculptures handcarved by one man from more than 1,000 tons of coral.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

•

$23

8 - 12 min

~

Directions

Shiver's Bar-B-Q

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

•

$17

3 - 4 min

~

Directions

Subpreme Grill

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$17

Day 8Immersing in Art and Relishing All-Day Eateries

+

$75

·

$ 3

Lowe Art Museum

At UM campus, small museum showcasing art from ancient & baroque to American, with special events.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

$15

22 - 27 min

~

Directions

Pérez Art Museum Miami

Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

•

$20

11 - 16 min

~

Directions

All Day

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$18

1 - 2 min

~

Directions

The Corner

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$22

Budget breakdown: $519 In total

Activities & Food:$495

Transport:$25