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Miami: the group trip guide
Sun-drenched hedonism, pastel Art Deco facades, and nights that stretch into breakfast.
Miami hits you the moment you step outside: warm Atlantic air, the sharp scent of coconut oil, and a soundtrack of engine revs and reggaeton. It is an unapologetically theatrical city, gleaming in high-gloss pastels under an unrelenting tropical sun. Here, 1930s architectural glamour rubs shoulders with towering glass condos, while the cultural pull of Havana and the wider Caribbean dictates the tempo, flavour, and swagger of daily life.
Days start late and move at two distinct speeds. You will either spend hours stretched across the sands near Lummus Park or exploring the colossal open-air street murals of Wynwood before refuelling with intense, syrupy cafecito along Calle Ocho. Come sunset, the city pivots to full-throttle indulgence. Dinner is rarely just dinner—it is theatre, bass-heavy soundtracks, and ice-cold mezcal cocktails, often serving as a prelude to 24-hour clubbing marathons at institutions like Club Space.
The city thoroughly rewards groups who lean into its unabashed extravagance. It is not built for wallflowers or tightly wound schedules; it suits squads who enjoy dressing to the nines, ordering family-style platters of ceviche, and splitting a boat charter across Biscayne Bay before dancing until dawn.
Who Miami is best for
Milestone birthday celebrations. High-octane dinner parties, VIP beach clubs, and round-the-clock dancefloors make it tailor-made for marking a major year in loud, decadent style.
Hen and stag dos. The rare combination of wide Atlantic beaches and world-class megaclubs lets you switch from morning recovery to total revelry in hours.
Art and architecture trips. The world's densest collection of Art Deco treasures sits just a short drive from the monumental outdoor street art of Wynwood.
Sun-soaked winter escapes. Balmy breezes and dependable sunshine provide the ultimate antidote to grim northern winters when the rest of the world is shivering.
What Miami is known for
Art Deco Architecture. South Beach is home to the world's largest concentration of preserved 1930s Art Deco buildings, defined by pastel facades, geometric patterns, and neon-lit Ocean Drive promenades.
Cuban Heritage Calle Ocho. Little Havana anchors Miami's Cuban diaspora, drawing travelers to Máximo Gómez Park for domino games, hand-rolled cigars, and authentic coladas along Southwest 8th Street.
Wynwood Street Art. The Wynwood Arts District is an internationally renowned open-air gallery famed for the Wynwood Walls and colossal murals painted by leading global graffiti and street artists.
Megaclub Dance Nightlife. As a global dance music capital, Miami is celebrated for round-the-clock nightlife institutions like Club Space, high-glitz venues like LIV, and premier electronic music events.
Everglades Airboat Safaris. Positioned at Miami's western threshold, the subtropical River of Grass is globally famous for flat-bottomed airboat expeditions to spot native American alligators in the wild.
Ocean Drive. A world-famous thoroughfare celebrated for its preserved Art Deco architecture, vibrant nightlife, and neon-lit beachfront.
Calle Ocho. The cultural heart of Little Havana famous for its authentic Cuban heritage, lively music, and iconic Domino Park.
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. A stunning 1916 Gilded Age Italian Renaissance-style villa featuring historic European art and elaborate formal gardens on Biscayne Bay.
Things to do in Miami
The best-loved places, ranked by rating and how many people have reviewed them.
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2. Culture
Wynwood Walls
3. Nightlife
Old's Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina
4. Food
MILA
5. Activity
Lummus Park
6. Food
Crazy About You
Where to stay in Miami
Well-reviewed hotels. Live prices for your dates are in the planner.
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1. Hotel
Four Seasons Hotel Miami
2. Hotel
Faena Miami Beach
3. Hotel
The Palms Hotel & Spa
4. Hotel
The Elser Hotel Miami
Accessibility and dietary needs
- 29 bars, clubs and live-music spots.
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