Miami Magic: 10 Days of Sun, Sea, and Sizzling Sushi

Tori Woodward (Tori Woodward)

8 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 10-day journey to Miami, where you'll soak up the sun, explore vibrant neighborhoods, and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in art and culture, and unwind on pristine beaches. Get ready for a thrilling adventure in the Magic City!

Trip to Miami

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Viator

Day 1Waterfront Wonders and Cuban Delights

$45

$ 8

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

13 - 16 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$19

11 - 14 min

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

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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$13

1 - 2 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.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Parks, Museums, and a Taste of Italy

$71

$ 8

Waterfront park offering an off-leash dog area, outdoor gym, walking path & beach volleyball.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$27

14 - 17 min

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$25 million complex for kids with hands-on exhibits, classes, a cruise ship replica & music studio.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$25

13 - 16 min

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

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$19

Day 3Tropical Oasis and Artistic Escapades

$37

$ 10

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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20 - 24 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

39 - 47 min

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

4:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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8 - 10 min

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Chipotle is a restaurant that prepares burritos and tacos at reasonable prices. Our Food With Integrity philosophy includes unprocessed, sustainable, nutritious, responsibly raised, and organic foods where possible.

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$24

Day 4Splashy Fun and Exotic Flavors

$51

$ 5

Urban green space with a ball field, tennis courts & seasonal water park with movies & a snack bar.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

16 - 20 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$25

11 - 14 min

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Large green space featuring a public pool, nature center, playgrounds & hiking trails.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Day 5Beach Bliss and Urban Art

$86

$ 8

Clothing optional & family-friendly beaches, dog park & picnicking just north of South Beach action.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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33 - 40 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Home to nearly 3,000 animal, bird & plant species, this destination boasts a petting zoo & trails.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$44

19 - 23 min

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

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$13

2 - 3 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$20

Day 6Art Galleries, Parks, and Beachside Serenity

$60

$ 10

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

16 - 24 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

24 - 29 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$13

33 - 40 min

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

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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$10

14 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$17

Day 7Contemporary Art, Thrilling Rides, and Island Retreat

$73

$ 10

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Sprawling indoor play space featuring arcade games, bumper cars, laser tag & other activities.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$19

19 - 23 min

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Lively complex hosting shows, sealife displays & kids' playground, plus dolphin rides & experiences.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$37

10 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$17

Day 8Action-Packed Adventures and Botanical Beauty

$69

$ 8

Indoor play zone with a climbing wall, VR & arcade games, miniature golf & a trampoline room.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

48 - 58 min

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The Wolfsonian-Florida International University

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$15

40 - 48 min

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

1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$31

9 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Day 9Parks, Art, and Breathtaking Views

$46

$ 10

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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22 - 27 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$15

12 - 15 min

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Recreation areas like baseball fields & basketball & tennis courts are found at this urban park.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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4 - 5 min

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Patagonia Flavors

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$17

Day 10Lighthouses, Gardens, and BBQ Delights

$78

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

4 - 5 min

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

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$10

41 - 50 min

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City park with a splash pad & a petting zoo for kids, plus a botanical garden & an outdoor theater.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$13

37 - 45 min

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

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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$23

8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Budget breakdown: $693 In total

Activities & Food:$612

Transport:$81