Miami Magic

Surya Narayanan

31 Dec 2023

Join me on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of Miami! From pristine beaches to stunning parks, this 10-day adventure is packed with excitement and relaxation. Get ready to soak up the sun, explore iconic landmarks, and immerse yourself in the lively culture of this tropical paradise.

Trip to Miami

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Day 1Beach Bliss at Virginia Key and South Pointe

$30

$ 23

Flamingo Cottage

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

25 - 30 min

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450-ft-long pier popular for fishing & featuring viewing stations & fish-cleaning facilities.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Parks, Memorials, and Marine Wonders

$38

$ 30

Flamingo Cottage

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Waterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

40 - 48 min

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Built in 1825, this lighthouse offers guided tours up 109 steps to the watch room for scenic views.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$38

Day 3Nature's Retreat and Creative Exploration

$105

$ 30

Flamingo Cottage

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Park with historic lighthouse drawing weekend crowds for beaches, fishing, cycling & more.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$30

27 - 33 min

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No time set

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Iconic, spring-water-filled pool built in 1923 boasting waterfalls, grottos & a tropical backdrop.

No time set

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$75

Day 4Beach Party and Jungle Adventures

$ 30

Flamingo Cottage

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Hot spot & restaurant on the beach offering seafood amid chic decor.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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Shallow water beach offering a dog-friendly area with wide city vistas & watersports gear rentals.

No time set

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Light-based displays, digital installations & a mirror labyrinth at a hip art gallery.

No time set

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Free

Day 5Island Paradise and Urban Delights

$23

$ 23

Flamingo Cottage

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Popular island park with protected beach, tennis & amusement centers, eco-tours & concessions.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$23

18 - 22 min

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Large waterside shopping center with many familiar stores, plus take-out & sit-down restaurants.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Spacious waterside park featuring a sand beach, large amphitheater & a playground.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Retail Therapy and Hidden Gems

$19

$ 30

Flamingo Cottage

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Large shopping center offers more than 240 retail shops, plus a food court, theater & bowling alley.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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City park offering miles of paved biking & hiking paths plus boating & fishing in 4 separate lakes.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$19

23 - 28 min

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Cubaocho Museum & Performing Arts Center

The story of Cuba is told via rotating art, music performances & a bar specializing in rum.

No time set

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Free

Day 7Botanical Wonders and Street Art Extravaganza

$133

$ 30

Flamingo Cottage

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Sizable horticultural destination with a guided tour via tram, water features & a butterfly exhibit.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$94

30 - 36 min

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Unique outdoor destination featuring huge, colorful street murals by artists from around the globe.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$39

19 - 23 min

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No time set

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Free

Day 8Serene Pools and Natural Beauty

$57

$ 23

Flamingo Cottage

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Breezy sheltered beach with a man-made atoll pool that accommodates new swimmers & kiteboarders.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$19

21 - 26 min

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Housed in a vintage coral-rock building, the city museum features gallery exhibits & a public plaza.

No time set

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$38

Day 9Historic Splendor and Artistic Treasures

$60

$ 30

Flamingo Cottage

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$60

10 - 12 min

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

No time set

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Residential development on an artificial island with restaurants, parks & sports facilities.

No time set

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Free

Day 10Parks Galore and Festive Fun

$19

$ 30

Flamingo Cottage

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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This 8-acre landscaped city green space with water views features walking trails & sport courts.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

47 - 57 min

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Family-friendly 515-acre park with petting zoo, playground & pony rides plus fishing in 5 lakes.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$19

26 - 32 min

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Small residential island with a park & high-end homes including gangster Al Capone's mansion.

No time set

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Free

9 - 14 min

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No time set

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Free

Budget breakdown: $754 In total

Activities & Food:$482

Transport:$272