Start with South Beach, the Wynwood Walls, Calle Ocho in Little Havana, the Miami Design District and a day in Coral Gables or Key Biscayne. The table lists verified facts and conditions for each.
Things to do in Miami
What to do in Miami, with verified facts, conditions and limits.
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Top things to do — verified facts
| Attraction | Key facts | Conditions and limits | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Beach | Art Deco buildings, dining, shopping, galleries and a world-renowned beach | Crowds at peak times | Greater Miami CVB |
| Wynwood Walls | Street murals and top restaurants in Wynwood | Check hours and admission | Greater Miami CVB |
| Little Havana / Calle Ocho | Center of Cuban culture; ventanitas and street festivals | Check festival dates | Greater Miami CVB |
| Miami Design District | Fashion, art, architecture and fine dining | Retail-focused | Greater Miami CVB |
| Coral Gables | Miracle Mile boutiques, Venetian Pool, the Biltmore Hotel | Separate city | Greater Miami CVB |
| Key Biscayne | Sandy beaches, nature preserves and waterfront restaurants | Plan transport | Greater Miami CVB |
How to plan it
- Two days: follow the weekend itinerary.
- Weather: see the climate table.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the must-do things in Miami?
South Beach, the Wynwood Walls, Calle Ocho and the Design District.
Where is Miami's Cuban culture?
Little Havana, along Calle Ocho, per the Greater Miami CVB.
What is the Wynwood Walls?
A set of street murals in Wynwood, per the Greater Miami CVB.
Are tours worth booking in advance?
For busy dates, booking ahead reduces sell-out risk; we have not tested particular tours.
Sources
Facts on this page were read from the sources below on October 11, 2026. Hours, fares, prices and event dates change — confirm with the source before you travel. How we research and update.
- South Beach — Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
- Wynwood — Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
- Little Havana — Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
- Miami Design District — Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
- Coral Gables — Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
- Key Biscayne — Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
- Miami Neighborhoods — Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
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