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Miami will forever conjure images of sunny beaches, colorful cocktails, and neon-lit art deco buildings; however, there’s more to this popular Florida vacation spot than what you might think. Its rich cultural legacy runs deep through the city, exploding on the dance floors of Little Havana, in the Cubano sandwiches and Michelin-rated restaurants, and through the art found in places like up-and-coming Wynwood. You’ll get a taste of all that the Magic City has to offer on Miami city and sightseeing tours. 

For those looking to go beyond the city limits, head to Miami Beach for boat tours that offer a cool reprieve to our year-round warm weather. Skip across Biscayne Bay to see the Miami skyline, as well as some celebrity-owned islands.  Now is the perfect time to explore what Miami and its surroundings have to offer with a guided sightseeing tour. Whether you’re a first-timer or a veteran snowbird, our Gray Line  Miami sightseeing tours  add a local perspective on experiences like a Little Havana food tour, a day trip to the  Everglades , cruises on Biscayne Bay,  Key west , and attractions like Miami Seaquarium. 

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A trip to our beautiful beaches should be part of any must-do list. Once you’ve had your share of sunning on the soft sands, consider renting a kayak or flyboard to splash around in the warm water, or better yet, take a 90-minute boat tour around the bay to unwind.  For those traveling with friends and family, consider arranging a 4-hour Miami sport fishing excursion that includes drinks for something different. 

City tours of Miami

When you’re done having fun in the sun, throw on some comfortable walking shoes and hit the streets to discover our vibrant Latin-American culture in neighborhoods such as Little Havana, Wynwood, and Coconut Grove, among others. On Miami city sightseeing tours, expect included transportation from your desired pickup and drop-off location, as well as plenty of perks including food and drinks, admission tickets to major attractions such as tk, and more!

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Since 1910, Gray Line has been a trusted provider of traveler experiences and sightseeing tours in the world’s most sought after locations. Helping you discover a new destination – that’s our passion! With hundreds of local offices, our team of on-site experts is there to help you see the sights and do the things that you just can’t miss.

From palm-lined beaches to neon skyline, our premier destination offers visitors the rare opportunity to experience it ALL. Beautiful year-round weather tops the list, creating the perfect backdrop for a variety of world-renowned events fueled by our vibrant arts, music, cultural and sports scene. Then there's the electric nightlife, hot entertainment and first-class dining on South Beach and Ocean Drive. We have shopping for every budget and attractions for every age. If it's outdoor adventure you’re looking for, a wide range of unparallel Natural Reserves wait to be discovered; how about this - fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and kite boarding, if you dare. Sightseeing, sporting events, spa treatments, Art Deco architecture, Art Basel and attractions galore - it's here in Miami. We’ve got you covered – now it’s up to you to FIND A REASON TO GO!

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Miami is one of the major tourist destinations located in South Florida in the US's south-eastern region. The near-perfect weather, sandy beaches, calm crystal waters, and variety of attractions make Miami a city of vivid recreational possibilities. Gray Line brings you the best Miami City Tours to help you select the tour that suits your needs and interests. 

Our tours are of the highest quality and typically involve smaller tour groups with fewer individuals per guide for a better and more personalized experience. Whether you need a ride from Miami Airport to Miami hotel or are looking to book Miami tours, Gray Line is here to make your trip in Miami enjoyable and stress-free. We guarantee you the most competitive and transparent prices among all the available Miami city tours, along with free cancellation for your convenience. 

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Miami is home to a variety of attractions. Our Miami tours are designed to help cover all the main attractions of Miami into one vacation. If you are craving for a taste of art, explore the amazing street murals or visit unique museums in Miami, including Perez Art Museum, Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, The Bass, The Margulies Collection at the Warehouse, and more. Get a glimpse of the local architecture such as Ancient Spanish Monastery, Holocaust Memorial, Venetian Pool, and others, with the best Miami tours, or head to the local zoo or Miami sea aquarium. 

Enjoy some of the best culinary dishes at tantalizing restaurants dotted across Miami. Bring out your adventurous side with close wildlife encounters and thrilling adventures in one of Miami's National Parks. From the North side of Miami to the South, natural or man-made charms, above land attractions, or those below the water, there are plenty of places and attractions for you to explore in Miami. We ensure you have an awesome experience and tons of memories to take home with you. 

Miami Water Attractions

There are many water bodies in Miami, including canals, bays, marinas, and the Miami River, being an oceanfront city. Opt for our Miami boat tours that take you through different places of interest like the celebrity house tour, Miami Skyline, the Venetian Islands, and Miami's port. Enjoy the beautiful sunny afternoon on a secluded spot with family and friends on a private Miami shore excursion. 

Enjoy thrilling water sports in Miami like kayaking, snorkelling, parasailing, and other water adventures. Party or charter boats are also available for full-day or half-day sports fishing in Miami. For couples, there are plenty of romantic choices, including sunset cruises and moonlight excursions. Enjoy the lively night-time Miami skyline with world-class food, finest champagnes, and lounge music.  

Miami Open Roof Double Decker Bus Tours

One of the best ways to enjoy Miami sightseeing is on a Miami Sightseeing Double Decker Tour. You can enjoy the pleasant sunny weather while our guide takes you through the city's major attractions. The experienced and friendly guides accompany you, providing interesting narration and facts about the different places throughout the tour. The scheduled stops at major Miami areas for tourists allow you to hop off and explore, shop, and dine before boarding on another bus to continue with the Miami tour.  

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For adventure seekers, our scenic helicopter tour in Miami gives you VIP access to South Florida's most iconic landmarks. Enjoy the city views and the crystal waters from thousands of feet up in the air. We provide you with an unforgettable experience that you will remember for many years to come. 

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Discover the vibrant essence of Miami with Sunny Miami Tours, the #1 city tours company founded in 2021. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Miami’s best-known neighborhoods, each tour crafted to ensure you experience the heart of the city. Our expertly guided Miami city tour includes iconic spots such as Wynwood Walls, the famed Art District; the historic Miami Beach, where the captivating history of art deco buildings unfolds; Little Havana, the cultural hub of the Cuban community; Coconut Grove, Miami’s oldest and most charming neighborhood; and a final stop at Key Biscayne, capturing the breathtaking Miami skyline.

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There is so much to see and do in Miami – and so many ways to experience it, whether that’s on a boat tour, Everglades airboat ride, or bus tour. If you’ve come to admire the gorgeous celebrity mansions, party on South Beach, wander among the murals of Wynwood, or take a food tour and eat your way through Little Havana, there’s a guided tour to suit your interests. Using both traveler opinion and expert input, Wannado Tours has rounded up the top tours in Miami.

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Miami Boat Tour

There’s no better way to explore Miami than from the water! Toast to another perfect day in paradise as you take in amazing views on a boat cruise.

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Experience the best 90-minute Miami Sunset Cruise, where you’ll be treated to the most breathtaking views of Miami’s stunning seaside scenery. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity – book your spot today and embark on a fun-filled adventure!

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Enjoy an adrenaline-pumping speedboat trip through the Port of Miami! A thrilling sightseeing experience in true “Miami Vice Style.”

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See the most breathtaking views in Miami! Ride through the open waters, passing yachts that are anchored, multi-million dollar waterfront mansions, islands, and much more.

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Our Biscayne Bay Boat Tour is a must-do tour in Miami. On this tour, we’ll take you along the Biscayne Bay, Port Miami, Flagler Monument, Fisher Island, Miami Beach, and more!

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Take a day tour, and explore the most interesting areas of Miami – Miami Beach, Little Havana, Wynwood, Key Biscayne, Coconut Grove, and Coral Gables. We stop in Wynwood and Little Havana.

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Voted the “Best Night Tour” two years in a row! This tour showcases the Magic City after dark, when it really comes alive. If you like to people watch and want a fun activity to do before dinner, this tour is a great choice.

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Take a day trip and jazz up your Miami vacation on a private South Beach tour on Ocean Drive! In a comfortable vehicle, cruise the Venetian Causeway for amazing bay views and wind through historic neighborhoods like the famous Art Deco District.

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Take an outdoor adventure on our  Miami ATV Excursion , and experience an adventure of a lifetime. Take in the nature scenic views, and secret spots in Miami.

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Explore nature’s River of Grass on an eco-adventure tour in the Everglades National Park! Our experienced tour guides will describe the wonders of this unique ecosystem and the native, and exotic wildlife that inhabit it on our open top airboat.

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Ride a 15-person pedal-powered vehicle through Miami’s Wynwood Walls, a warehouse district-turned-street art museum. See murals by legendary street artists and learn about the neighborhood’s history.

We took the private south beach tour, and it was great. We were actually deciding to either book the hop on hop off tour, or this private one. We're so glad we picked this one. The trip was in a stretched open jeep, which was really nice. Overall, it was a lovely experience.

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We did the Little Havana walking tour and food tour today with Sophia as our tour guide and she was amazing! So knowledgeable and very funny! All of the food was so good and learning about the Cuban culture we so neat! A great way to experience the best shops and even watch cigar rollers! This was probably one of the best guided tours I’ve done anywhere! Def a must do if visiting Little Havana!

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1 day tour to the key west Our tour guide/bus driver was CINDY. She was so GREAT! 10/10! I booked my reservation online at : https://miamidoubledecker.com/ and made my payment at the south beach office/pick up spot(305 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139) that morning that you are picked up-$40 cash only Cindy picked us up right on time in a double decker bus. She was nice enough to do a mini city tour as we left the city. She had a great attitude the whole way through and made sure we were comfortable before we left (seeing if the air conditioning was ok and if anyone needed translation in Spanish). She gave us a return time after the 6 hour free time at key west, warning us about how expensive it can be to Uber back but not in a threatening manner(I've been on tours where the bus driver was actually going to leave us stranded if we didn't return on the dot). She made sure we were all on the bus before we left. We even got back 30 min early. They offer discounts for the hop on hop off while you're on the bus(cash only)

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Cruise + Miami City Bus Tour (AKA) Miami Skyline Cruise of South Beach & Millionaire Homes Sat April 6 SOLD BY VIATOR (TRIP ADVISOR) OWNED BY Attractions4US LLC (Tour Operator) BUYER BEWARE: When you purchase this package, (we paid $159.98 for 2 people) the cruise is at 401 Biscayne Blvd Miami and the Double decker bus is 30 minutes away at 305 Lincoln Rd in South Beach. The bus tour started at 3pm and took multiple detours off the route due to traffic. The tour ended up taking about 3 hours. We had to pay $52 to park the rental car for 4 hours, then we had to take a $35 taxi back to the starting location because they told us we had to exit the bus. Since we (me and most of the guests) refused to tip, the guide called us "cheap" as we exited the bus. The folks who were supposed to go on the cruise, their guide was nowhere to be found so I'm unsure what happened to them. Total cost $247 and an entire day lost.

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Run Forest Run!! Total Scam. Probably run by the mob. Avoid at all costs. The reviews here tell the truth. The customer comes LAST! Address: 305 Lincoln Road - Miami Beach Made reservation online. No cost to sign up---"Pay when you arrive" (should have seen this as a red flag). Arrived early as directed but no bus is present (2nd red flag). Asked where to park our car and was given directions which were 100% wrong (3rd red flag). Found parking on our own and parked ($25) and then went to the office where we were told in this order: 1) Cash only! and Do you have cash? 2) You are on our waiting list (it was oversold; 3rd and 4th red flags). My wife asked to use the bathroom and were told "There's a bathroom at the restaurant on the corner." (However, the restaurant was closed and did not open until 10:00AM; 5th red flag). We searched the open stores in the neighborhood for a bathroom to no avail. We even bought coffee at a coffee shop and they too would not let her use a bathroom (really crappy neighborhood; 6th red flag). The tour was about to start so we went back to the office. I asked the young lady "Are we able to go on the tour?" Her response "Do you want to go?" I say yes but my wife has to use the bathroom and cannot get on the 2 hour bus ride without using a bathroom first. Can she please use your bathroom? The young lady says no: 7th red flag. The fact that this young lady is afraid to just turn around and ask here manager if a customer can use the bathroom speaks volumes about this shady company. At this point it was clear that the customers (us) are here to be manipulated by the tour company . My wife agrees that the operation is very shady at best. I told the young lady that she should find a better job and she agrees by nodding. I later get the feeling she is not there by choice. So we didn't go on the tour and we are so glad. Imagine being held captive by these criminals for 5 hours on a hot bus. F$$K NO!!!

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Do not waste your time or money on this tour. It is a fraudulently advertised waste of time. https://miamisightseeingtours.com/ You Will Not visit the four neighborhoods listed on their website or lobby brochure (first pic). In fact I found the Wynwood stop (not advertised) to be completely useless. The little Havana stop was dominated by being paraded through tourist gift and cigar (spend your money here...) shops. They will charge you $39 if you have not visited their website to see the real price of $19. That said the $19 we paid was still no value. I assume the other stops were cut to save on fuel. I understand that fuel is very expensive nowadays, but you cant do this to people. I do not enjoy giving negative reviews but consider this one a public service. Note: We mentioned all this to the staff. and they gave us a complaint form :0

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I was looking for something to do while visiting Miami after a cruise. This seemed like a good thing to do for the day. It was tough finding the spot as you are looking for the place to board the bus. It is located near the end of the strip and was noticeable once located. We were told that the bus would be arriving soon. It was a double decker with a top open level. Plenty if sun. The tour guide was great and very knowledgeable. We were told about the area and taken to Little Havana. We were told to be back on the bus within an hour and that we could check out things in the area. It was a nice tour and is recommended.

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went here and had to pay extra for being abit late to rebook?? not ok. this buisness needs to be shut down right now!

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went there we were 5 mins late they didnt tell us any info over phone and wanted 60 dollars for rebooking. do not recommend if u cannot be on time

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A 5 hour Miami city and boat tour for $30 isn't a bad deal, but of course there has to be a catch, right? We decided on this tour because we were wasting time between getting off of our cruise and our flight home. April was super nice and accomodating on the phone. She explained that they only take cash and that if you don't have cash, there's an ATM in their office, which has only a $0.99 fee. They will also store tour luggage for $5/piece while you are on the tour. Well, you start on a city tour on a double decker bus where they drive you around to see South Beach and to Little Havanna. The bus ride was maybe 15 minutes max and was bare minimum history before continuing to Little Havanna. Once in Little Havanna, we walked to a cigar store, coffee shop, mojito bar, and clothing store. There's the catch...it's a shopping tour, which is fine and all considering the price of the tour, but there is a fair amount of walking and it isn't really conducive to those who have mobility issues. It really wasn't conducive to those who are healthy either because the tour guide would just leave places to continue to the next without ensuring he had everyone in our group. I feel like I had to round up people to prevent losing anyone. The shopping establishments we were brought to were not equipped to have a group of people all at once inside except for the mojito bar, so you're just crammed in and bump into everything and everyone. The mojitos cost $12.50/ea. They were decent but not exactly worth $12.50 as the rum tasted cheap. When we were able to board the bus again, it was waiting for us in the shade parked in front of a house. Well, the driver thought that through. There was a dog in the front yard of the house and she barked once since there was a crowd of people in front of HER house. The tour guide jumped at her to scare her. That was the point at which I was completely done and disgusted with the tour. When we got to the marina, the guide walked us to a restaurant for lunch prior to getting on the boat. He gave us our tickets and generic directions as to where to go and that was it. We were told where to pickup the bus after our boat. We had to ask marina personnel where to get on the boat because the directions were so poor. We were told go down either of these sides and look for a green umbrella. BTW, once you come down from the 2nd floor, go to the far left and look for the Bayride boat. The boat tour was just of the Port of Miami to look at mansions. Not really my thing but it was part of the tour so whatever. There was this one mansion that actually had a 10'x15' banner that read "This was never Shakira's house." That was probably the best part of the tour! To catch the bus back to where you started, you have to watch for the double decker bus, which is bright red and not to be confused with the other double decker bus company, and go to it because it just stops where it can find a spot. When our return bus arrived, people unloaded and we had to wait another 5 minutes while our tour guide and another employee counted cash. This couldn't have been done at another time?? The ladies in the office are nice and explain everything but the tour guide was worthless and it was quite clear he didn't care about people because he never once made sure he had everyone before continuing on and him lunging at the dog was absolutely disgusting. If you want to waste time, take this tour but don't expect much.

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Giving ZERO STAR Because they left us in standing over hrs. N make all ppl spend money to call Uber This business SHOULD b CLOSE. SCAM ppls. Pls check rated b4 book. I've learn my mistakes.

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***TRAVELER BEWARE*** Miami Tours will provide zero flexibility in rescheduling your tour. Instead, they will keep your money and smile rather than provide a credit for a future tour or make any other arrangements.

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Eat, walk or party your way through the Magic City on these top tours.

Best Miami Tours

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Bike your way through Wynwood for an exercise-filled artistic excursion.

There is so much to see and do in Miami – and so many ways to experience it, whether that's on foot, by bus or on the water via Jet Ski or parasail . If you've come to admire the gorgeous celebrity mansions, party on South Beach , wander among the murals of Wynwood or eat your way through Little Havana , there's a guided tour to suit your interests. Using both traveler opinion and expert input, U.S. News rounded some of the best tours in Miami.

Cycle Party – Wynwood Insta Tour

See the amazing art and murals the Wynwood neighborhood is famous for while riding a pedal-powered vehicle with up to 14 other participants and your pilot/guide. On the 90-minute guided tour, you'll learn about the centurylong history of the area while enjoying music and viewing vibrant art. Reviewers applaud guides for being both fun and educational. They also say the art is amazing. Tickets for the excursion start at $45 per person and tours depart at 10:30 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. You can also book the bike for a private tour for around $450. Children must be 16 to be in a pedaling seat, but all ages may participate (there are five seats with no pedals on the vehicle). The company also offers a cycling bar crawl of Wynwood.

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Everglades Nature Tours – Semi-Private 1-Hour Airboat Tour

Discover the southeastern section of Everglades National Park on an airboat ride with Everglades Nature Tours. The one-hour tour includes a history of the Everglades, as well as information about its ecosystem and plenty of wildlife spotting. Reviewers say guides are well-informed, and that they particularly enjoy the small-group aspect of the tour. Tickets cost $50 per person ages 6 and older, and tours depart multiple times daily. Alternatively, you can book a private airboat tour of the Everglades. The company also offers swamp buggy, van and walking tours of the Everglades.

Miami Tour Company – Miami to the Max! Half-Day City Tour

If you're short on time in Miami and are itching to see the city's top attractions, this four-hour bus tour may be just what you're looking for. The half-day excursion includes walking tours of Ocean Drive, Wynwood and Little Havana (where you'll also stop for lunch). Plus, thebus is equipped with personal phone chargers and bottled water. Reviewers describe the tour as fun and fantastic, and say the expert guides are engaging. Tickets start at $50 for adults, $35 for children ages 3 to 17 and are free for kids 2 and younger. Tours depart Tuesday through Sunday at 10 a.m. Miami Tour Company also offers boat tours of Miami, Everglades National Park and Key West .

Thriller Miami Speedboat Adventures – Thriller Miami Tour

Reviewers say this exciting tour not only offers a fun ride, but also great views and interesting information about the city. During the 45-minute speedboat tour, passengers will whiz by Flagler Monument Island, Star Island and the Venetian Islands, among other highlights. Provided there are safe ocean conditions, the captain will zip through the waves at speeds up to 40 mph. Tours depart about every hour between 11 a.m. and sunset daily, and tickets start at $38 for adults and $29 for kids ages 3 to 11. Children younger than 3 are not permitted to join the tour. The company also offers private charters aboard the Thriller Miami Hurricane, a more extreme version of the Thriller speedboat ride.

Art Deco Tours – Art Deco Cocktail Tour

Learn about Miami's art deco boom as you stroll along Ocean Avenue with a cocktail in hand on this three-hour tour. Along the way, you'll stop at art deco hotel lobbies, bars and rooftops while guides share stories of Miami's history and explain the rise of this distinct architectural style. You'll also sample several different cocktails. Reviewers praise the guides and say the tour is informative and interesting. Tours are offered Thursday through Sunday and start at 4 p.m. Tickets cost approximately $65 for participants 21 and older. Discounts are available for underage participants and those not imbibing. Art Deco Tours also offers nonalcoholic, art deco-themed walking tours and walking tours of Little Havana.

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Miami Culinary Tours – Little Havana Food & Cultural Tour

Discover the food of Miami's Little Havana neighborhood on this 2 1/2-hour excursion. You'll sample Cuban cuisine at several local eateries, including the famous Ball & Chain , listen to the chefs' stories, and make stops at a cigar factory and the Cubaocho Museum & Performing Arts Center . Reviewers say the food is delicious and that guides are entertaining and well-prepared. Tours, which are limited to 10 participants, depart several times daily in the late morning and afternoon. Tickets cost about$60 for adults and $50 for children ages 3 to 13. The company also offers food tours of South Beach, Wynwood and the Design District.

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Bike and Roll Miami – Art Deco Segway Tour

Glide down Ocean Drive past attractions like South Pointe Park , the Versace mansion, the Holocaust Memorial and more on this 2 1/2-hour Segway tour. After a brief introduction and safety lesson, your ride begins. As you tour, your guide will offer commentary on the city's famous art deco architecture and Miami's origins. Reviewers say it is a great ride and note that they feel safe riding the Segways. Tickets start at $69 for adults and $59 for students ages 13 to 21. Children 12 and younger are not allowed on the tour. Tours run at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily. Bike and Roll Miami also operates Segway tours of South Beach and Miami at sunrise or sunset. Travelers can also choose to take one of the company's bike tours of the city.

Duck Tours South Beach

Two tours in one, this entertaining 90-minute sightseeing excursion takes participants on both land and sea. Tours begin on the streets of Miami Beach through the Art Deco Historic District before the amphibious bus splashes into the Biscayne Bay for views of Fisher Island, Millionaire's Row and more. During the tour, guides trained in acting and comedy share jokes, games and music. Reviewers say the tour is fun, and the guides are witty and entertaining. Tours generally depart daily at 11 a.m. and 1, 3 and 5 p.m. If booked online, tickets cost approximately $35 for adults, with discounts for children and seniors.

The River of Grass Adventures – 1.5 Hour Semi Private Airboat Tours

Get out into nature during your visit to Miami with this airboat tour of the Everglades. The company's comfortable boats (complete with padded seats) take you into the "River of Grass" to search for wildlife like alligators, birds and otters. Reviewers say the captain is well-versed in Everglades flora and fauna and describe the tour as a great adventure. The 1 1/2-hour semiprivate tour, which is limited to eight people, runs daily from sunrise to sunset. Tickets cost approximately $85 per adult and about $45 for children ages 5 to 12. The tour is not recommended for children younger than 5. The company also offers longer airboat rides, private tours and sunset tours.

Wynwood Art Walk – Wynwood Golf Cart Buggy Tour

Hop on a golf cart to discover the Wynwood neighborhood's famous murals and street art on this hourlong tour. You'll leisurely motor past more than 50 pieces with multiple stops for selfies and up-close photos. Reviewers say guides are insightful and take participants to murals they otherwise might miss. Tickets start at $39 per person, and tours run multiple times daily. The company also offers walking tours of Wynwood as well as private outings.

Miami Food Tours – SoBe Tour des Forks

Check out South Beach restaurants popular with locals on the three-hour food-centric walking tour, which is limited to 12 participants. Enjoy tastings at five different restaurants and cafes, sampling Cuban, Peruvian and Italian cuisine, while also learning about the area's history, architecture and culture. Reviewers say the food is tasty, and the tour guides are both skilled and entertaining. Tickets cost around $60 for adults, $35 for children ages 8 to 12 and $20 for kids 7 and younger. Tours depart at 11 a.m. daily, with an occasional tour at 4:30 p.m. The company also runs private tours.

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Cruise by Fisher Island on a tour from Island Queen Cruises & Tours.

Island Queen Cruises & Tours – Millionaire's Row Sightseeing Cruise

Climb aboard the Island Queen yacht to admire the homes of the rich and famous as you cruise along the Biscayne Bay. You'll also see Miami Beach, Fisher Island and the port of Miami along the 90-minute journey. The boat features two sections for viewing: an open-air top deck and a climate-controlled main cabin. Reviewers say the guides are informative and the cruise offers great views. Others thought the ride was a little boring. Tickets for the cruise, which departs multiple times daily, cost about $30 for adults, $20 for ages 4 to 12 and is free for children 3 and younger. The company also pairs a boat cruise with a bus tour of the city.

Miami Seaplane Tours – Ultimate Miami and Beaches Seaplane Tour

For a bird's-eye view of Miami and its beaches, sign up for this hourlong seaplane flight. The tour takes passengers over the city, Key Biscayne, Stiltsville and Vizcaya Museum and Gardens . The plane even flies low enough in some areas to give participants a view of sea life swimming in the ocean below. Reviewers say the pilot is engaging and the views are exceptional. Tickets cost approximately $235 per person; a minimum of two passengers is required. Planes take off several times daily, typically between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The company also offers 30-minute seaplane tours of the Miami skyline and daytrips to Key West, among other options.

Shark Valley Tram Tours

The Shark Valley Tram Tour takes visitors into the depths of the Shark Valley section of Everglades National Park to see and learn about its unique ecosystem. A highlight of the approximately two-hour guided tour is the opportunity to climb a 45-foot observation deck for 20-mile panoramic views. Reviewers say guides offer educational commentary and that lots of wildlife is spotted along the route. Others say the tour was sometimes less-than entertaining. Tours run multiple times daily. Tickets start at $27 for adults, $21 for seniors, $14 for children ages 3 to 12 and are free for children 2 and younger. The price does not include the entrance fee for Everglades National Park. The company also offers bike rentals for self-guided bike tours.

Miami Design Preservation League – Official Art Deco Walking Tour

Led by Miami Design Preservation League historians and architects, this walking tour offers an introduction to Miami's various architectural styles, including art deco, Mediterranean Revival and Miami Modernist. During the approximately two-hour tour, guides lead the architecturally curious to hotels, restaurants and other businesses to admire the exterior and interior design. Reviewers highly recommend the tour and say it's a must-do if you enjoy art and architecture. Travelers also routinely praise guides for their expertise. Tickets cost approximately $30 per person or $25 for seniors, veterans and students. Children 12 and younger tour for free. Tours depart Friday through Monday at 10:30 a.m. The preservation league also runs private tours discussing the history of Jewish and LGBTQ communities in Miami Beach, among other outings.

Airboat in Everglades – Semi Private Airboat Adventure

Keep your eyes peeled for alligators, turtles and birds on this hourlong airboat tour that takes you through 8 miles of the Everglades. Reviewers attest to seeing a variety of wildlife on the tour and highly recommend the ride, even in the rain. Plus, the boat only has space for up to 11 passengers, which allows for an intimate small-group experience, according to reviewers. Tickets cost approximately $60 for adults, $30 for children ages 6 to 10 and are free for children 5 and younger. Tours depart daily at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. The company also offers private tours and sunset tours.

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We are Miami's luxury private tour operator. Stellar Miami does not offer your average big-bus tour. We provide a 5-star private tour experience with Stella, the "Glam Historian". Your tour includes private transportation and will be curated specially for you.

Come with us as we explore Miami through the rich culture and taste the best local food. Along the way, you'll be entertained with exciting firsthand stories of Miami's history. Whether you want to explore downtown Miami, South Beach, or the Cuban culture of Little Havana, our Miami tours are created for you.

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We offer 1/2 day 4 hours for $600 max 6 people and a Full day 8 hours for $900 max 6 people. NOTE** (This is a unique and fully customizable experience. We can change the start time and destinations per your preferences. Contact me and I will create a day that you will never forget!!) As we travel in comfort in a luxury Palisade Calligraphy around 3 cities (Miami, Miami Beach, and Coral Gables) I will show you the most picturesque spots while we take a historical journey through time in one of the most exciting cities in the world. We will also learn about headline-making events as we pass through all the famous and trendy attractions such as the funky and hip Wynwood Arts District, the chic design district, and the vibrant Little Havana. As an amateur photographer, I know many great locations for photos, so we will stop to take some flattering pics of you For Your Page! Check out my Social Media profiles at Stellar Miami Tours.

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Visit Miami's Celebrity Homes and Learn about Miami History, Celebrity Homes, and Miami Lifestyle. The Guided boat tour passes by the main tourist points of miami's intracoastal, perfect for those looking for a peaceful boat ride surrounded by knowledge.

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I proudly offer full-day and half-day tours in Miami. This exciting city offers so much to see and do that having me lead the way will enhance your experience tenfold! Miami Beach visitors and locals alike will appreciate the expert knowledge of local history that is woven into our city tours.

For holiday travelers, I know how precious your vacation time is, and I want to make it special. Whether you are here with family, traveling as a couple, with a small group of friends, or even a team-building experience with co-workers, I will make your tour a memorable experience.

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A history tour of the city would include visiting ancient sites, learning about the culture and customs of the city, and seeing the beautiful architecture.

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While most visitors come to Miami for sunny weather, stunning beaches, and incredible international cuisine, there is even more to appreciate about this beautiful city. Miami's art galleries, eclectic architecture, and cultural diversity draw an international crowd looking for fun in this colorful destination.

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While you are here, be sure to check out the exciting nightlife of South Beach. You'll find world-class cuisine, nightclubs, and speakeasy bars with a lively party atmosphere. Travelers searching for fine dining have 11 restaurants to choose from in the greater Miami area with a coveted Michelin star.

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Get to know the city you are vacationing at: Miami Beach History, Art Deco, True Crime & Scandals - hosted by a passionate local expert

Before settling in Miami Beach, I had lived in Europe, but it wasn't until I arrived here that I truly felt at home with sun on my skin, salt in my hair, sand under my feet, and dream-like Art Deco in the background. Falling in love with this enchanting place, I became eager to share its charm with others. As I immersed myself in learning about Miami Beach, I started hosting tours and eventually became a member of Miami Design Preservation League (MDPL). It’s through my involvement with MDPL, that I had the privilege of learning from dedicated historians who generously passed down their vast knowledge to the next generation. Since then, my passion for Miami Beach and my enthusiasm for knowledge have never waned. It’s known as Magic City, so allow me to share a slice of that Magic with you.

Our tours are full of history, architecture knowledge, true crime, and scandals. Even if history is not your thing, you will be entertained by plentiful quirky facts, movie and film trivia, and true crime and scandal stories. My aim is to be honest and deliver true accounts of the past without filter, which unfortunately, cannot be said about majority of other tour guides. Let me take you outside of the tourist beaten path and get you familiar with the city you will be vacationing at.

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Riding through south beach gave me an adrenaline rush and tour host Damian made it a great experience. Damian’s attention to detail while discussing historical events and crime stories was fascinating and I took away a lot from the 3 hour experience. The tour was 100% worth it and I can’t wait to do it again the next time I’m in Miami Beach. -Anmol, July 2021

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Marvelous Miami: 14 Of The Best Things To See And Do

Posted: November 8, 2023 | Last updated: November 9, 2023

<p>In South Beach the sidewalks are red. This isn’t just a reminder that Miami does things bigger, better, and brighter – city planners chose the colour to make everyone feel as though they’re walking the red carpet. The result? In ‘The Magic City’, you'll always feel like a VIP.</p>  <p><strong>From thrilling boat tours to sun-soaked beaches, read on to discover 14 of the best things to see and do in Miami... </strong></p>

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In South Beach the sidewalks are red. This isn’t just a reminder that Miami does things bigger, better, and brighter – city planners chose the colour to make everyone feel as though they’re walking the red carpet. The result? In ‘The Magic City’, you'll always feel like a VIP.

From thrilling boat tours to sun-soaked beaches, read on to discover 14 of the best things to see and do in Miami... 

<p>Miami’s proximity to the Caribbean makes it the jewel of the Sunshine State. Famous for its permanent summer, Miami boasts around 3,000 hours of sunlight a year – and for unforgettable views, head to the beach at sunrise to watch the city wake up. It’s a great way to find a moment of peace amidst the partying; save for the early morning joggers, you’ll have the golden skies all to yourself. Want to welcome the day with open arms? Join a sunrise yoga class at the beach on 3rd Street, with classes available 365 days a year.</p>

1. Watch the sunrise at the beach

Miami’s proximity to the Caribbean makes it the jewel of the Sunshine State. Famous for its permanent summer, Miami boasts around 3,000 hours of sunlight a year – and for unforgettable views, head to the beach at sunrise to watch the city wake up. It’s a great way to find a moment of peace amidst the partying; save for the early morning joggers, you’ll have the golden skies all to yourself. Want to welcome the day with open arms? Join a sunrise yoga class at the beach on 3rd Street, with classes available 365 days a year.

<p>At 250,000 square feet, the <a href="https://www.frostscience.org/location/miami-science-museum/">Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science</a> is a universe in miniature – comprising an impressive Gulf Stream aquarium, a 250-seat planetarium, and two wings of exhibits. From the depths of the ocean to the history of Black astronauts pushing the boundaries of space exploration, this interactive museum is the ultimate celebration of our world. Find it in Maurice A. Ferré Park, formerly Museum Park, in downtown Miami.</p>  <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/loveexploringUK?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=front"><strong>Love this? Follow our Facebook page for more travel inspiration</strong></a></p>

2. Visit the Frost Science Museum

At 250,000 square feet, the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science is a universe in miniature – comprising an impressive Gulf Stream aquarium, a 250-seat planetarium, and two wings of exhibits. From the depths of the ocean to the history of Black astronauts pushing the boundaries of space exploration, this interactive museum is the ultimate celebration of our world. Find it in Maurice A. Ferré Park, formerly Museum Park, in downtown Miami.

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<p>A small neighborhood with a huge personality, the former industrial district of Wynwood is now a hub of culture, creativity and colour. Nowhere captures this better than the <a href="https://museum.thewynwoodwalls.com/main">Wynwood Walls</a>, an outdoor art museum showcasing world-class murals across six buildings. From graffiti to political pop art, the museum offers a curated collection from some of the most exciting muralists, street artists and sculptors working today. If you’re feeling inspired, be sure to check out Wynwood Walls’ spray can experience – included in your ticket price, this gives you the opportunity to leave your own mark on this innovative museum.</p>

3. Walk the Wynwood Walls

A small neighborhood with a huge personality, the former industrial district of Wynwood is now a hub of culture, creativity and colour. Nowhere captures this better than the Wynwood Walls , an outdoor art museum showcasing world-class murals across six buildings. From graffiti to political pop art, the museum offers a curated collection from some of the most exciting muralists, street artists and sculptors working today. If you’re feeling inspired, be sure to check out Wynwood Walls’ spray can experience – included in your ticket price, this gives you the opportunity to leave your own mark on this innovative museum.

<p>An original Art Deco landmark dating from 1939, the National Hotel is the only beachfront adults-only hotel in Miami. And that isn’t its only claim to fame – it also boasts the longest infinity-edge pool in South Beach. Stretching for 205 feet beneath towering palm trees, the National’s pool area provides a tropical sanctuary just steps from some of the city’s social hubs. Cabana rooms with private balconies overlooking the pool start from $428 per night, inclusive of all taxes and resort fees. </p>

4. Swim in Miami Beach’s longest infinity-edge pool

An original Art Deco landmark dating from 1939, the National Hotel is the only beachfront adults-only hotel in Miami. And that isn’t its only claim to fame – it also boasts the longest infinity-edge pool in South Beach. Stretching for 205 feet beneath towering palm trees, the National’s pool area provides a tropical sanctuary just steps from some of the city’s social hubs. Cabana rooms with private balconies overlooking the pool start from $428 per night, inclusive of all taxes and resort fees. 

<p>Want to pick up the pace after a relaxing morning by the pool? Few places balance easy living with adrenaline quite like Miami – and if you’re looking for an experience that’s a little more Miami Vice, the <a href="https://www.thrillermiami.com/">Thriller speedboat tour</a> should go to the top of your itinerary. Departing from Bayside Marketplace, these 45-minute tours will take you to see celebrity super-homes on Star Island (watch out for Will Smith’s pad), the ever-changing skyline of downtown Miami and more. Unlike other boat tours, Thriller will take you right out into the Atlantic Ocean and covers three times the Miami area. Also unlike other boat tours, it reaches speeds of up to 40 miles per hour. Hold onto your hats...</p>

5. Feel the thrill with a Thriller speedboat tour

Want to pick up the pace after a relaxing morning by the pool? Few places balance easy living with adrenaline quite like Miami – and if you’re looking for an experience that’s a little more Miami Vice, the Thriller speedboat tour should go to the top of your itinerary. Departing from Bayside Marketplace, these 45-minute tours will take you to see celebrity super-homes on Star Island (watch out for Will Smith’s pad), the ever-changing skyline of downtown Miami and more. Unlike other boat tours, Thriller will take you right out into the Atlantic Ocean and covers three times the Miami area. Also unlike other boat tours, it reaches speeds of up to 40 miles per hour. Hold onto your hats...

<p>Miami has long been synonymous with glitz and glamour. Relive the Roaring Twenties (and beyond) with an <a href="https://mdpl.org/tours/art-deco-walking-tour/">Official Art Deco Walking Tour</a> of Miami’s most iconic buildings, including hotels and restaurants that have been serving the city’s rich and famous for 100 years. Discover how South Beach has changed over time, how to tell the Mediterranean Revival architectural style from Miami Modern (MiMo), and how the Miami Design Preservation League has been fighting to save historic structures since the 1970s.</p>  <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/185616/americas-most-beautiful-art-deco-hotels?page=1"><strong>These are America's most beautiful Art Deco hotels</strong></a></p>

6. Discover Miami’s Art Deco past

Miami has long been synonymous with glitz and glamour. Relive the Roaring Twenties (and beyond) with an Official Art Deco Walking Tour of Miami’s most iconic buildings, including hotels and restaurants that have been serving the city’s rich and famous for 100 years. Discover how South Beach has changed over time, how to tell the Mediterranean Revival architectural style from Miami Modern (MiMo), and how the Miami Design Preservation League has been fighting to save historic structures since the 1970s.

These are America's most beautiful Art Deco hotels

<p>It might be Miami’s financial district, but downtown is also a hub for diners, clubbers, and culture lovers. Here, you’ll discover Miami on a whole new scale: the skyscrapers of downtown dwarf the Art Deco buildings you probably associate with The Magic City, promising breathtaking views. Minutes from Biscayne Bay, YOTEL Miami – a high-tech hotel in the heart of downtown – is home to Vela Sky, a covered rooftop bar and pool area that offers a daily social hour from 5pm to 9pm. Watch day turn to night before heading back to the comfort of your room (rates start at $199 per night) or venturing into the city.</p>

7. Explore downtown by night

It might be Miami’s financial district, but downtown is also a hub for diners, clubbers, and culture lovers. Here, you’ll discover Miami on a whole new scale: the skyscrapers of downtown dwarf the Art Deco buildings you probably associate with The Magic City, promising breathtaking views. Minutes from Biscayne Bay, YOTEL Miami – a high-tech hotel in the heart of downtown – is home to Vela Sky, a covered rooftop bar and pool area that offers a daily social hour from 5pm to 9pm. Watch day turn to night before heading back to the comfort of your room (rates start at $199 per night) or venturing into the city.

<p>Situated between 16th and 17th Street on Miami Beach, on Lincoln Road you’ll find outdoor cafes, art galleries and a weekly farmers’ market on Sundays. You won’t spot any of the supercars that form the backdrop to other South Beach streets – the promenade has been pedestrianised since 1962 – but you will see the world-famous parking garage, 1111 Lincoln Road. Designed by Swiss architects at a cost of $65 million, the unusual garage has become a tourist attraction in its own right and even boasts an events space for parties, yoga classes, fashion shows and weddings.</p>

8. Stroll down Lincoln Road

Situated between 16th and 17th Street on Miami Beach, on Lincoln Road you’ll find outdoor cafes, art galleries and a weekly farmers’ market on Sundays. You won’t spot any of the supercars that form the backdrop to other South Beach streets – the promenade has been pedestrianised since 1962 – but you will see the world-famous parking garage, 1111 Lincoln Road. Designed by Swiss architects at a cost of $65 million, the unusual garage has become a tourist attraction in its own right and even boasts an events space for parties, yoga classes, fashion shows and weddings.

<p>Little Havana, home to Miami’s Cuban community, is a vibrant neighbourhood that offers a taste of Caribbean life. There’s arguably no better way to explore a culture than through its food, and this is the philosophy behind the <a href="https://www.miamiculinarytours.com/tour/little-havana-food-tour/">Little Havana Food & Cultural Tour</a>. Learn about the history of the Cuban diaspora while sampling Cuban coffee and empanadas at a local ventanita (coffee window). Other treats include a real mojito, fresh-pressed sugarcane juice and churros. The standout, though, has to be the Cubano: a traditional Cuban sandwich with meat, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard.</p>  <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/93049/the-best-food-tours-in-the-worlds-most-exciting-cities?page=1"><strong>These are the best food tours in world-class cities</strong></a></p>

9. Eat your way around Little Havana

Little Havana, home to Miami’s Cuban community, is a vibrant neighbourhood that offers a taste of Caribbean life. There’s arguably no better way to explore a culture than through its food, and this is the philosophy behind the Little Havana Food & Cultural Tour . Learn about the history of the Cuban diaspora while sampling Cuban coffee and empanadas at a local ventanita (coffee window). Other treats include a real mojito, fresh-pressed sugarcane juice and churros. The standout, though, has to be the Cubano: a traditional Cuban sandwich with meat, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard.

These are the best food tours in world-class cities

<p>Around a century old, the modern city of Miami as we know it today has crammed a fascinating history into the last 120-or-so years. Did you know, for example, that Miami is the only major American city that was founded by a woman? Businesswoman Julia Tuttle succeeded in persuading industrialists to build a railroad to the area in 1896, transforming it into a blossoming city. Learn more about how a mangrove plantation became one of the richest cities in the US at the HistoryMiami Museum, or by checking out the Art Deco Museum and Welcome Center on Ocean Drive.</p>  <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/118777/the-best-museum-in-every-state-and-dc?page=1"><strong>These are the best museums in every US state and DC</strong></a></p>

10. Discover the history of America’s youngest major city

Around a century old, the modern city of Miami as we know it today has crammed a fascinating history into the last 120-or-so years. Did you know, for example, that Miami is the only major American city that was founded by a woman? Businesswoman Julia Tuttle succeeded in persuading industrialists to build a railroad to the area in 1896, transforming it into a blossoming city. Learn more about how a mangrove plantation became one of the richest cities in the US at the HistoryMiami Museum, or by checking out the Art Deco Museum and Welcome Center on Ocean Drive.

These are the best museums in every US state and DC

<p>A Bib Gourmand recipient for two years running, Doya is an Aegean meze restaurant and bar in the heart of Wynwood. Its laidback exterior hides an ultra-chic dining space where guests can sit facing the open kitchen, watching executive chef Erhan Kostepen and his team prepare food using wood-fire and flame grilling techniques. Forget a cocktail menu – here, the drinks are showcased in a book, while the dishes on offer – flavourful plates such as spiced lamb kebab, muhammara and baked feta – add to the idea that amazing food can tell a story. Since opening its doors in 2021, Doya has been visited by celebrity diners including Gloria Estefan, Max Verstappen and Elle McPherson, so you know it’s got star approval.</p>

11. Taste the Aegean at Doya

A Bib Gourmand recipient for two years running, Doya is an Aegean meze restaurant and bar in the heart of Wynwood. Its laidback exterior hides an ultra-chic dining space where guests can sit facing the open kitchen, watching executive chef Erhan Kostepen and his team prepare food using wood-fire and flame grilling techniques. Forget a cocktail menu – here, the drinks are showcased in a book, while the dishes on offer – flavourful plates such as spiced lamb kebab, muhammara and baked feta – add to the idea that amazing food can tell a story. Since opening its doors in 2021, Doya has been visited by celebrity diners including Gloria Estefan, Max Verstappen and Elle McPherson, so you know it’s got star approval.

<p>Ever since Lionel Messi was signed by Inter Miami, he’s become Miami’s biggest celebrity – and whether you’re a football fan or not, there are now plenty of ways to participate in Messi mania while you’re in the city. Wynwood is home to several murals of the soccer star, including one that was exclusively painted by fans from Vice City 1896, Inter Miami’s official group of supporters. Grab a drink-to-go from speciality small-batch coffee roasting company Panther Coffee and check out the artwork on foot.</p>

12. Embrace Messi mania

Ever since Lionel Messi was signed by Inter Miami, he’s become Miami’s biggest celebrity – and whether you’re a football fan or not, there are now plenty of ways to participate in Messi mania while you’re in the city. Wynwood is home to several murals of the soccer star, including one that was exclusively painted by fans from Vice City 1896, Inter Miami’s official group of supporters. Grab a drink-to-go from speciality small-batch coffee roasting company Panther Coffee and check out the artwork on foot.

<p>One of Miami’s more infamous tourist attractions, the Versace mansion on Ocean Drive – now known as Villa Casa Casuarina – is among the most photographed buildings in South Beach. This exclusive hotel was once the home of fashion designer Gianni Versace, and guests who have cash to splash can stay in what used to be Versace’s very own bedroom. But for most Miami tourists, the exterior of the building holds a much grimmer appeal: as dramatized in the TV series<em> The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story</em>, the designer was tragically murdered on the steps outside his home in 1997. Millions of people now visit the site every year.</p>

13. Visit the Versace mansion

One of Miami’s more infamous tourist attractions, the Versace mansion on Ocean Drive – now known as Villa Casa Casuarina – is among the most photographed buildings in South Beach. This exclusive hotel was once the home of fashion designer Gianni Versace, and guests who have cash to splash can stay in what used to be Versace’s very own bedroom. But for most Miami tourists, the exterior of the building holds a much grimmer appeal: as dramatized in the TV series The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story , the designer was tragically murdered on the steps outside his home in 1997. Millions of people now visit the site every year.

<p>Keen to see more of the Sunshine State without having to rent a car or catch another flight? Journey from Miami to Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach or even Orlando with Brightline trains. Its new high-speed Florida rail network was four years in the making and puts your daily commute to shame – think checked luggage (simply add large bags to your booking at a cost of $10 per item, then drop them off at the Guest Services desk before boarding your train), a dedicated app to organise your booking and even complimentary food and drink for premium travellers. The 235-mile trip from Miami to Orlando, Brightline’s first stop outside south Florida, takes three-and-a-half hours and it's greener, cheaper and much more relaxing than renting a car.</p>  <p><strong>Planning a wider Florida trip? Keep reading to discover 29 fantastic facts you probably never knew about Florida, to impress your friends with on your return home...</strong></p>

14. Travel in style with Brightline trains

Keen to see more of the Sunshine State without having to rent a car or catch another flight? Journey from Miami to Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach or even Orlando with Brightline trains. Its new high-speed Florida rail network was four years in the making and puts your daily commute to shame – think checked luggage (simply add large bags to your booking at a cost of $10 per item, then drop them off at the Guest Services desk before boarding your train), a dedicated app to organise your booking and even complimentary food and drink for premium travellers. The 235-mile trip from Miami to Orlando, Brightline’s first stop outside south Florida, takes three-and-a-half hours and it's greener, cheaper and much more relaxing than renting a car.

Planning a wider Florida trip? Keep reading to discover 29 fantastic facts you probably never knew about Florida, to impress your friends with on your return home...

<p>Named by Juan Ponce de León (a Spanish colonizer), Florida comes from the term 'La Florida', which means 'Land of Flowers'. The state's pretty name paid homage to its verdant landscape – and the fact spring was in full bloom when León arrived in 1513. Florida's bouquet of floral aromas is varied and vast, but one flower reigns over them all: orange blossom. The state produces 70% of the total orange harvest in the US, so it seems only fitting that its sweet-scented blossom was named the official state flower in 1909.</p>

The state has a flowery name

Named by Juan Ponce de León (a Spanish colonizer), Florida comes from the term 'La Florida,' which means 'Land of Flowers.' The state's pretty name paid homage to its verdant landscape – and the fact spring was in full bloom when León arrived in 1513. Florida's bouquet of floral aromas is varied and vast, but one flower reigns over them all: orange blossom. The state produces 70% of the total orange harvest in the US, so it seems only fitting that its sweet-scented blossom was named the official state flower in 1909.

<p>Spider-Man and Harry Potter are the big-ticket names at Universal Orlando Resort, but something equally prolific hides in plain sight. A section of the Berlin Wall is displayed behind the Colosseum-shaped Hard Rock Cafe at Universal CityWalk. Follow a walking path behind the building and you’ll come face to face with some of its original graffiti. The best part? You don’t even need to pay for a theme park admission ticket, as the Hard Rock Cafe is outside a ticketed area.</p>  <p><strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/loveexploringUK">Love this? Follow us on Facebook for more travel inspiration</a></strong></p>

There’s a piece of the Berlin Wall at Universal CityWalk

Spider-Man and Harry Potter are the big-ticket names at Universal Orlando Resort, but something equally prolific hides in plain sight. A section of the Berlin Wall is displayed behind the Colosseum-shaped Hard Rock Cafe at Universal CityWalk. Follow a walking path behind the building and you’ll come face to face with some of its original graffiti. The best part? You don’t even need to pay for a theme park admission ticket, as the Hard Rock Cafe is outside a ticketed area.

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<p>Far rarer than the state's gators, the American crocodile is indigenous to the region, but is found only in coastal, brackish waters. South Florida is the only place in the country where visitors can see American crocodiles in the wild. If you spot one that looks a little larger than the average American croc, your eyes might not be deceiving you; there have been invasive Nile crocodile sightings in these waters, too.</p>

Florida has both crocodiles and alligators

Far rarer than the state's gators, the American crocodile is indigenous to the region, but is found only in coastal, brackish waters. South Florida is the only place in the country where visitors can see American crocodiles in the wild. If you spot one that looks a little larger than the average American croc, your eyes might not be deceiving you; there have been invasive Nile crocodile sightings in these waters, too.

<p>Don’t be fooled by the nickname; the Sunshine State does indeed have other seasons besides summer. The city of Tallahassee received snow flurries most recently in January 2022, when snow came down less than 24 hours after temperatures sat above a balmy 21°C (70°F). There were also records of snow in Central Florida in 1977, when cities such as Orlando, Lakeland and Plant City received two inches of the white stuff.</p>

It has snowed in Florida

Don’t be fooled by the nickname; the Sunshine State does indeed have other seasons besides summer. The city of Tallahassee received snow flurries most recently in January 2022, when snow came down less than 24 hours after temperatures sat above a balmy 70°F. There were also records of snow in Central Florida in 1977, when cities such as Orlando, Lakeland and Plant City received two inches of the white stuff.

<p>There’s legitimately a 'falling iguana alert' weather warning in Florida. On the rare occasions when the thermometer dips below freezing, local iguanas experience a body shock that sends them into a coma-like state, causing them to suddenly fall from their place in the trees. Most thaw and remain unscathed despite looking deceased, but some kindly locals take in these chilly creatures until the weather warms.</p>  <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/97397/the-worlds-most-unexpected-weather-events"><strong>Out-of-season weather events that shocked the world</strong></a></p>

Reptiles fall from the sky (sometimes)

There’s legitimately a 'falling iguana alert' weather warning in Florida. On the rare occasions when the thermometer dips below freezing, local iguanas experience a body shock that sends them into a coma-like state, causing them to suddenly fall from their place in the trees. Most thaw and remain unscathed despite looking deceased, but some kindly locals take in these chilly creatures until the weather warms.

Out-of-season weather events that shocked the world

<p>Snorkelers and scuba divers are in for a treat when delving into the waters of the Key Largo: they'll encounter the striking Christ of the Deep. Also known as Christ of the Abyss, this artistic attraction is a heavy bronze statue submerged in John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Sculpted in 1962, it's actually the third cast of the original by Guido Galletti. You can find the other copies in the harbor of Grenada's capital St. George and the waters off the Italian Riviera.</p>

There's an underwater statue of Jesus

Snorkelers and scuba divers are in for a treat when delving into the waters of the Key Largo: they'll encounter the striking Christ of the Deep. Also known as Christ of the Abyss, this artistic attraction is a heavy bronze statue submerged in John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Sculpted in 1962, it's actually the third cast of the original by Guido Galletti. You can find the other copies in the harbour of Grenada's capital St. George and the waters off the Italian Riviera.

<p>Christ of the Deep isn’t the only thing you’ll find beneath the surface of Key Largo. Amongst the fish and coral reefs is the nation’s only underwater hotel: Jules' Undersea Lodge. Up to four guests at a time can stay in this underwater abode, where free Wi-Fi allows you to surf the net and water, soda, and snacks come already stocked, so you don't have to swim up to the store. A pizza dinner is even delivered by a scuba diver.</p>  <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/gallerylist/109043/ranked-floridas-most-beautiful-small-towns-and-cities"><strong>These are Florida's most beautiful small towns and cities</strong></a></p>

Key Largo also has the only underwater hotel in the US

Christ of the Deep isn’t the only thing you’ll find beneath the surface of Key Largo. Amongst the fish and coral reefs is the nation’s only underwater hotel: Jules' Undersea Lodge. Up to four guests at a time can stay in this underwater abode, where free Wi-Fi allows you to surf the net and water, soda, and snacks come already stocked, so you don't have to swim up to the store. A pizza dinner is even delivered by scuba diver.

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<p>Sarasota's Pinecraft neighborhood is home to small Amish and Mennonite communities, who desire a seasonal break from cold temperatures in the northern US. While some snowbirds only spend the winters here, others stay year-round to share their culture with locals. A hearty meal at <a href="https://www.yodersrestaurant.com">Yoder’s Amish Village</a> or <a href="https://www.dhgroup.com/restaurants">Der Dutchman</a> restaurants is a must.</p>

Sarasota has an Amish and Mennonite community

Sarasota's Pinecraft neighbourhood is home to small Amish and Mennonite communities, who desire a seasonal break from cold temperatures in the northern US. While some snowbirds only spend the winters here, others stay year-round to share their culture with locals. A hearty meal at Yoder’s Amish Village or Der Dutchman restaurants is a must.

<p>Come to Florida for the beaches, but stay in Jacksonville for the immense green spaces. This city in northern Florida boasts more than 80,000 acres of greenery, creating the largest urban park system in the country. Ranging from 400 city parks, gardens and arboretums to seven state parks plus three national parks, there are miles upon miles of wetlands, woods, marshes and more to explore.</p>

Jacksonville has the largest urban park system in the US

Come to Florida for the beaches, but stay in Jacksonville for the immense green spaces. This city in northern Florida boasts more than 80,000 acres of greenery, creating the largest urban park system in the country. Ranging from 400 city parks, gardens and arboretums to seven state parks plus three national parks, there are miles upon miles of wetlands, woods, marshes and more to explore.

<p>The small town of Christmas (named after a nearby fort that began construction on Christmas Day, 1837) sits along State Road 50. Its post office draws in crowds for one reason: the coveted 'Christmas' postal stamp. They also have a special mailbox to send letters to Santa Claus, and those on the nice list might even get a reply – especially if you put a return address on your letter!</p>  <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/90086/the-places-where-christmas-never-ends?page=1"><strong>The places where Christmas never ends</strong></a></p>

There’s a town called Christmas

The small town of Christmas (named after a nearby fort that began construction on Christmas Day, 1837) sits along State Road 50. Its post office draws in crowds for one reason: the coveted 'Christmas' postal stamp. They also have a special mailbox to send letters to Santa Claus, and those on the nice list might even get a reply – especially if you put a return address on your letter!

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The original ATM dispensed its first bill of cash in London circa 1967, but leave it to Miami to write its own ATM history with a bit of Floridian flair. In the mid-1990s, Miami Beach’s Citibank had a unique problem to solve: how to provide increasing numbers of in-line skaters with ATM access, when they couldn't get up the bank steps and into the branch. They built a ramp-accessible outdoor ATM so rollerbladers could cruise away with cash without skating into the bank.

Miami has the first ATM developed for roller skaters

<p>Florida is no stranger to invasive species, but the so-called 'Skunk Ape' is strange even by state standards. This Swamp Sasquatch is an elusive creature, spotted in land that's now part of the Big Cypress National Preserve, 50 years ago by a man named Dave Shealy. Shealy has been hunting for the beast ever since, opening up the official Skunk Ape Research Headquarters near Naples. Aside from teaching you all about Florida's bigfoot, Shealy runs swamp tours and hosts live animal exhibits, including a 24-foot (7.3m) python.</p>

There's a 'Skunk Ape'

Florida is no stranger to invasive species, but the so-called 'Skunk Ape' is strange even by state standards. This Swamp Sasquatch is an elusive creature, spotted in land that's now part of the Big Cypress National Preserve, 50 years ago by a man named Dave Shealy. Shealy has been hunting for the beast ever since, opening up the official Skunk Ape Research Headquarters near Naples. Aside from teaching you all about Florida's bigfoot, Shealy runs swamp tours and hosts live animal exhibits, including a 24-foot python.

<p>Before he invited generations of preschoolers to explore the 'Neighborhood of Make-Believe', Mister Fred Rogers spent his college years in Central Florida. The Pennsylvania-born TV presenter attended Rollins College in Winter Park, where he majored in music composition. He met his wife Joanne there, and after graduation, revisited the area frequently. Visitors can spot the 'It’s a beautiful day in this neighborhood' sign near his former home, reminding them of Mister Rogers' comforting motto.</p>

Mister Rogers once called Winter Park his neighbourhood

Before he invited generations of pre-schoolers to explore the 'Neighborhood of Make-Believe,' Mister Fred Rogers spent his college years in Central Florida. The Pennsylvania-born TV presenter attended Rollins College in Winter Park, where he majored in music composition. He met his wife Joanne there, and after graduation, revisited the area frequently. Visitors can spot the 'It’s a beautiful day in this neighborhood' sign near his former home, reminding them of Mister Rogers' comforting motto.

<p>A whole half-century before the pilgrims arrived at Plymouth Harbor, Spanish colonists led by Don Pedro Menéndez de Avilés landed on Florida’s shores in 1565, and named their new settlement St. Augustine. Although French Huguenots (Protestants) had already established a fledgling presence in the area the year before, this Spanish fort and colony continued to grow. It’s now known as the oldest continuously occupied place of European (and African American) origin in the country.</p>

St Augustine is the oldest city in the US

A whole half-century before the pilgrims arrived at Plymouth Harbor, Spanish colonists led by Don Pedro Menéndez de Avilés landed on Florida’s shores in 1565, and named their new settlement St. Augustine. Although French Huguenots (Protestants) had already established a fledgling presence in the area the year before, this Spanish fort and colony continued to grow. It’s now known as the oldest continuously occupied place of European (and African American) origin in the country.

<p>Imagine flying into Florida for your family holiday and hearing music the minute your plane touches down. The 'Singing Runway' was built in the 1970s for the planned Walt Disney World Airport, which would have provided connecting flights to Florida's large international airports. The runway grooves were designed to mimic the <em>When You Wish Upon A Star</em> song when traveled over at approximately 50 miles per hour (80.5km/h). Unfortunately, extensions to the monorail blocked take-off and landing paths and ultimately shuttered the airport.</p>

There once was a Disney airstrip that 'sang'

Imagine flying into Florida for your family holiday and hearing music the minute your plane touches down. The 'Singing Runway' was built in the 1970s for the planned Walt Disney World Airport, which would have provided connecting flights to Florida's large international airports. The runway grooves were designed to mimic the When You Wish Upon A Star  song when travelled over at approximately 50 miles per hour. Unfortunately, extensions to the monorail blocked take-off and landing paths and ultimately shuttered the airport.

<p>There’s a reason the World Golf Hall of Fame is situated in the Sunshine State – Florida has over 1,100 golf courses within its boundaries. The PGA Players Championship also calls Florida home, taking place annually at the 36-hole TPC Sawgrass course.</p>  <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/72579/the-top-50-things-to-do-in-florida?page=1"><strong>50 photos that show why Florida's attractions are unmissable this year</strong></a></p>

Florida has more golf courses than any other state

There’s a reason the World Golf Hall of Fame is situated in the Sunshine State – Florida has over 1,100 golf courses within its boundaries. The PGA Players Championship also calls Florida home, taking place annually at the 36-hole TPC Sawgrass course.

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<p>You can find the largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in the world on the grounds of Florida Southern College. The entire campus is a National Historic Landmark and features 13 buildings designed by the innovative architect over a 20-year period. Guided tours of the Usonian House plus self-guided walking tours of the campus are available daily for aspiring architects and those who admire Wright's 'organic architecture' style.</p>  <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/158513/americas-world-heritage-sites-and-their-surprising-stories?page=1"><strong>America's World Heritage Sites and their surprising stories</strong></a></p>

Lakeland has the largest collection of Frank Lloyd Wright buildings

You can find the largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in the world on the grounds of Florida Southern College. The entire campus is a National Historic Landmark and features 13 buildings designed by the innovative architect over a 20-year period. Guided tours of the Usonian House plus self-guided walking tours of the campus are available daily for aspiring architects and those who admire Wright's 'organic architecture' style.

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Soothsayers who have a crystal ball can skip this entry, but for the not-so-clairvoyant, a trip to Cassadaga may be in your future. Dubbed the 'Psychic Capital of the World', this community north of Orlando is a century-old spiritualist camp where mediums, healers and teachers offer personalized spiritual services. From historical and haunted tours of the community to table-tipping and crystal sound workshops, Cassadaga welcomes non-believers and skeptics alike.

Central Florida has The Psychic Capital of the World

<p>Need a new shower sponge? Make a quick trip to the Sponge Docks in Tarpon Springs. Natural sea sponges beneath these waters have been harvested since the 1800s, originally by immigrants to Florida from the Greek islands. Divers still delve beneath the surface daily and boat tours offer a chance to see their flippers in action. Tarpon Springs sells sea sponges aplenty, making a souvenir out of this sustainable resource.</p>

Tarpon Springs has sea sponges to dive for

Need a new shower sponge? Make a quick trip to the Sponge Docks in Tarpon Springs. Natural sea sponges beneath these waters have been harvested since the 1800s, originally by immigrants to Florida from the Greek islands. Divers still delve beneath the surface daily and boat tours offer a chance to see their flippers in action. Tarpon Springs sells sea sponges aplenty, making a souvenir out of this sustainable resource.

<p>When the Civil War ended in 1865, newly freed slaves from Georgia, Alabama, and other slaveholding states arrived in Central Florida to start a new life. Those that settled in Maitland, just north of downtown Orlando, purchased land adjacent to the city to create the first self-governing, all-Black municipality in the country. The town was named Eatonville in 1887, and still celebrates its monumental Black history and culture today.</p>  <p><strong><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/90785/the-most-historic-spots-around-the-us-to-visit-for-black-history-month?page=1">The most historic spots to visit around the US for Black History Month</a></strong></p>

Eatonville is the oldest Black-incorporated municipality in the US

When the Civil War ended in 1865, newly freed slaves from Georgia, Alabama, and other slaveholding states arrived in Central Florida to start a new life. Those that settled in Maitland, just north of downtown Orlando, purchased land adjacent to the city to create the first self-governing, all-Black municipality in the country. The town was named Eatonville in 1887, and still celebrates its monumental Black history and culture today.

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<p>Despite so much haunted history throughout the state, one of the creepiest experiences in Florida is based on science, not superstition. Spook Hill, located in Lake Wales, is the only magnetic hill in the state. A beguiling optical illusion makes it seem as if cars sitting in neutral gear are rolling uphill. Want to visit? Visitors can park at the bottom of the hill anytime, leave their car in neutral, and prepare to be perplexed.</p>

Cars appear to roll backwards at this hill

Despite so much haunted history throughout the state, one of the creepiest experiences in Florida is based on science, not superstition. Spook Hill, located in Lake Wales, is the only magnetic hill in the state. A beguiling optical illusion makes it seem as if cars sitting in neutral gear are rolling uphill. Want to visit? Visitors can park at the bottom of the hill anytime, leave their car in neutral, and prepare to be perplexed.

<p>In 1982, as a response to international drug trafficking via the Florida Keys, the Federal Government set up a roadblock between the islands and the mainland. In protest, the Mayor of Key West sent an injunction to Federal Court; it was rejected. The Keys seceded, became the 'Conch Republic', and declared a one-minute war by throwing stale bread at the US Coast Guard. The Mayor surrendered quickly, and failed in a request for federal financial aid – but he did get the roadblock immediately removed.</p>  <p><strong><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/guides/73827/explore-the-florida-keys-where-to-stay-what-to-eat-the-top-things-to-do">Our definitive guide to the Florida Keys</a></strong></p>

Key West once 'seceded' from the US

In 1982, as a response to international drug trafficking via the Florida Keys, the Federal Government set up a roadblock between the islands and the mainland. In protest, the Mayor of Key West sent an injunction to Federal Court; it was rejected. The Keys seceded, became the 'Conch Republic,' and declared a one-minute war by throwing stale bread at the US Coast Guard. The Mayor surrendered quickly, and failed in a request for federal financial aid – but he did get the roadblock immediately removed.

Our definitive guide to the Florida Keys

<p>Sure, she sells seashells by the seashore, but you can grab your own shark teeth for free if you visit Venice’s beaches. Known as the 'Shark Tooth Capital of the World', Venice was once submerged by the Gulf of Mexico’s waters, where sharks lived (and died) millennia ago. There are thought to be thousands of fossilized shark teeth beneath the sand. They’re free for the taking, but if you can't find one, shark teeth are also available to purchase from local gift shops.</p>

You'll find shark teeth on the beach in Venice

Sure, she sells seashells by the seashore, but you can grab your own shark teeth for free if you visit Venice’s beaches. Known as the 'Shark Tooth Capital of the World,' Venice was once submerged by the Gulf of Mexico’s waters, where sharks lived (and died) millennia ago. There are thought to be thousands of fossilized shark teeth beneath the sand. They’re free for the taking, but if you can't find one, shark teeth are also available to purchase from local gift shops.

<p>Each year when winter cools the temperature, thousands of manatees spend months swimming in Florida's natural springs. These calm bodies of water remain a warm temperature year-round, offering a snug space for these gentle creatures to relax. You can even swim with them legally in Crystal River. Remember, no high-fives or hugs allowed!</p>

Manatees call Florida their winter home

Each year when winter cools the temperature, thousands of manatees spend months swimming in Florida's natural springs. These calm bodies of water remain a warm temperature year-round, offering a snug space for these gentle creatures to relax. You can even swim with them legally in Crystal River. Remember, no high-fives or hugs allowed!

<p>If you thought only marine life made Florida marvelous, just wait until you see what’s swinging from the trees. Non-native rhesus macaques call Silver Springs State Park home. Why? Well, they were released onto an island on the Silver River in the 1930s, but swiftly escaped and started populating the surrounding area. Today, there are hundreds in the park and spreading across the state. Visitors shouldn’t take a selfie with them if spotted; these creatures carry herpes B.</p>

There are wild monkeys in Silver Springs State Park

If you thought only marine life made Florida marvellous, just wait until you see what’s swinging from the trees. Non-native rhesus macaques call Silver Springs State Park home. Why? Well, they were released onto an island on the Silver River in the 1930s, but swiftly escaped and started populating the surrounding area. Today, there are hundreds in the park and spreading across the state. Visitors shouldn’t take a selfie with them if spotted; these creatures carry herpes B.

<p>Of Florida’s many famous residents, few know that Tim Burton’s Edward Scissorhands called a northern suburb of Tampa Bay home. The town of Lutz was the setting for the 1990 film and the titular character’s adopted family home is now a museum. Free admission into 'Scissorland' means movie buffs can take selfies with actual props, thanks to the generosity of die-hard fans.</p>

There’s an Edward Scissorhands Museum near Tampa

Of Florida’s many famous residents, few know that Tim Burton’s Edward Scissorhands called a northern suburb of Tampa Bay home. The town of Lutz was the setting for the 1990 film and the titular character’s adopted family home is now a museum. Free admission into 'Scissorland' means movie buffs can take selfies with actual props, thanks to the generosity of die-hard fans.

<p>Don’t expect to drive your way to Dry Tortugas National Park on your next Florida road trip. This seven-island park is surrounded by the blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico and requires a seaplane or watercraft to access. However, you can easily get there departing from Key West, and it’s well worth the trip. The 19th-century Fort Jefferson, a shipwreck dating from 1907, and wildlife such as sea turtles and sooty terns all await your arrival.</p>  <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/123234/american-beauties-the-best-national-park-in-every-state?page=1"><strong>The best national park in every state</strong></a></p>

There’s a national park you can’t access by road

Don’t expect to drive your way to Dry Tortugas National Park on your next Florida road trip. This seven-island park is surrounded by the blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico and requires a seaplane or watercraft to access. However, you can easily get there departing from Key West, and it’s well worth the trip. The 19th-century Fort Jefferson, a shipwreck dating from 1907, and wildlife such as sea turtles and sooty terns all await your arrival.

The best national park in every state

<p>Next time you refuel with an energy drink after a workout, send a sweat-soaked thank you note to the University of Florida. In the throes of 1965’s football season, scientists were hard at work in the university labs concocting a sports drink to quench thirst and boost energy. Named Gatorade to aid the home team, the Gators, Gatorade went from an awful elixir in its first batch to becoming a world-renowned beverage.</p>

The University of Florida invented Gatorade

Next time you refuel with an energy drink after a workout, send a sweat-soaked thank you note to the University of Florida. In the throes of 1965’s football season, scientists were hard at work in the university labs concocting a sports drink to quench thirst and boost energy. Named Gatorade to aid the home team, the Gators, Gatorade went from an awful elixir in its first batch to becoming a world-renowned beverage.

<p>No, not the hair style. The Flora-Bama Interstate Mullet Toss & Greatest Beach Party brings crowds from both states to see who can toss a (deceased) mullet fish farthest over state lines. This competition has categories for men, women and children, as well as beach bars and turned-up tunes for those who’d rather taste a fish than toss one.</p>  <p><strong><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/gallerylist/151612/americas-strangest-festivals-and-events-you-need-to-see-to-believe">Now discover A</a><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/gallerylist/151612/americas-strangest-festivals-and-events-you-need-to-see-to-believe">merica's strangest festivals</a></strong></p>

There’s an annual mullet toss across the Alabama state line

No, not the hair style. The Flora-Bama Interstate Mullet Toss & Greatest Beach Party brings crowds from both states to see who can toss a (deceased) mullet fish farthest over state lines. This competition has categories for men, women and children, as well as beach bars and turned-up tunes for those who’d rather taste a fish than toss one.

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DORAL — Sergio Garcia's playoff woes with LIV Golf continued Sunday in Miami after a final-hole three-putt and a trip into the water in the playoff.

South Africa's Dean Burmester carded a par on his second playoff hole while Garcia took bogey to secure the biggest win of Burmester's professional golf career on the Blue Monster at Trump National Doral Miami.

Burmester, 34, shot 4-under in the final round and 11-under for the tournament to earn a $4 million-dollar payday, a gaudy total for a player who'd never won a LIV tournament or on his former PGA Tour.

"I'm at a loss for words to be honest," Burmester said. "I've been on the receiving end of this a few times ... He obviously gave me a lifeline and I got into the playoff and anything can happen in the playoff.

"It's been a long road and to beat a lot of the best players in the world ... It's super special."

Garcia suffered another defeat in a LIV Golf playoff, dropping his career record to 0-3 after losses to Talor Gooch in Singapore in 2023 and Joaqu í n Niemann at Mayakoba in 2024.

He appeared to have all the momentum after holing a long birdie putt on his second to last hole to tie Burmester for the lead at 12-under. Burmester, who shanked his final drive right on No. 18, took bogey on his final hole to drop to second, meaning Garcia could win with a par.

The Spaniard, who entered Sunday with the lead, found the green in regulation but couldn't make his par putt, pushing the tournament to a playoff. After splitting the first playoff hole, Garcia's second shot found water on the second playoff hole, opening the door for Burmester's winning par.

Garcia took home $2.25 million for his runner-up finish while Matthew Wolff left with $1.5 million after finishing solo third.

Louis Oosthuizen, the 2010 Open Championship winner, was in contention with Burmester and Garcia until his second to last hole, where the South African found sand twice before flying his second bunker shot into the water for a penalty.

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Jon Rahm's Legion XIII avoid collapse at LIV Golf Miami

Tyrrell Hatton (-8) and Jon Rahm (-8) helped Legion XIII avoid a late collapse on Sunday afternoon.

The first-year club grabbed the lead after Saturday's second round and maintained a three to four-stroke advantage for most of Sunday. All four Legion XIII golfers, including Zimbabwe's Kieran Vincent (-1) and USA's Caleb Surratt (-3), finished under par for the tournament.

Legion XIII wobbled late, allowing Bubba Watson's Range Goats to move within two strokes, but Vincent recovered after losing a ball in the water on his final hole to get up-and-down for a win-sealing bogey.

"(Vincent) was obviously aware of the situation and he wasn't having a great day," Rahm said. "To make the putt shows that he has what it takes in the big moment. ... He had two fantastic first rounds and we're all going to have to watch out when he figures it out and puts it all together."

Stinger GC appeared to be the most capable challenger for much of the day with Burmester and Oosthuizen shooting low but struggles from South African teammates Charl Schwartzel (+4) and Branden Grace (+2) limited comeback hopes.

Legion XIII pocketed $3 million for the club's second win of the year. Range Goats grabbed a second-place payout of $1.5 million while Stinger GC took home $500,000 for third.

Anthony Kim finishes last

LIV Golf's most famous "Wild Card" entry once again struggled to keep pace with the field.

Anthony Kim , 33, placed 53rd overall (+21), good for last among golfers who finished the tournament. Australia's Cam Smith withdrew on Saturday.

Kim produced a round of applause after chipping in for birdie on No. 9, one of only two holes he played under par while shooting 8-over (80) in the final round. He walked away with $50,000 in prize money for his last-place finish.

A three-time winner on the PGA Tour and former U.S. Ryder Cup representative, Kim returned to pro golf in 2024 at the invitation of LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman. He'd spent more than a decade away from the professional circuits with little explanation after suffering an Achilles injury in 2012.

Kim finished 53rd (+16) at LIV Jeddah in February and 50th (+3) at LIV Hong Kong in early March. He's pocketed $160,000 in prize money through three LIV Golf events this year.

LIV Golf Miami Leaderboard

  • T1. Dean Burmester (-11)
  • T1. Sergio Garcia (-11)
  • 3. Matthew Wolff (-10)
  • T4. Tyrrell Hatton (-8)
  • T4. Marc Leishman (-8)
  • T4. Jon Rahm (-8)
  • T7. Bryson DeChambeau (-7)
  • T7. Louis Oosthuizen (-7)
  • T9. Abraham Ancer (-6)
  • T9. Talor Gooch (-6)
  • T9. Joaquin Niemann (-6)
  • T9. Thomas Pieters (-6)
  • T9. Patrick Reed (-6)
  • Jon Rahm's Legion XIII (-22)
  • Bubba Watson's Range Goats (-21)
  • Louis Oosthuizen's Stinger GC (-15)
  • Joaquin Niemann's Torque GC (-13)
  • Sergio Garcia's Fireballs GC (-13)

Notables: LIV golfers in the Masters Tournament

  • Bryson DeChambeau, T7 (-7)
  • Sergio Garcia, T1 (-11)
  • Tyrrell Hatton, T4 (-8)
  • Jon Rahm, T4 (-8)
  • Joaquin Niemann, T9 (-6)
  • Patrick Reed, T9 (-6)
  • Adrian Meronk, T17 (-4)
  • Dustin Johnson, 24 (-1)
  • Bubba Watson, T33 (+2)
  • Charl Schwartzel, T37 (+4)
  • Brooks Koepka, T45 (+7)
  • Phil Mickelson, 47 (+8)
  • Cameron Smith, WD

LIV Golf 2024 Schedule

  • Mayakoba (Joaquín Niemann / Rahm's Legion XIII)
  • Las Vegas (Dustin Johnson / Koepka's Smash GC)
  • Jeddah (Joaquín Niemann / DeChambeau's Crushers GC)
  • Hong Kong (Abraham Ancer / DeChambeau's Crushers GC)
  • Miami ( / Rahm's Legion XIII )
  • April 26 — Adelaide
  • May 3 — Singapore
  • June 7 — Houston
  • June 21 — Nashville
  • July 12 — Andalucía
  • July 26 — United Kingdom
  • Aug. 16 — Greenbrier

Eric J. Wallace is deputy sports editor for The Palm Beach Post. He can be reached at [email protected].

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Shakira's first world tour since 2018 includes stop in Miami

Shakira performs at Coachella with 'Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour' sign in background, April 12, 2024

MIAMI — Shakira is going on tour for the first time in six years – and it includes a stop in South Florida.

The 47-year-old "Hips Don't Lie" singer will perform Nov. 20 at the Kaseya Center in Miami.

It's one of 14 stops on the North American leg of her "Las Mujeras Ya No Lloran World Tour," unveiled Tuesday.

Shakira announced her upcoming tour during a surprise appearance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in California last weekend.

It will be her first tour since 2018.

Shakira performs with Bizarrap at Coachella, April 12, 2024

"Las Mujeras Ya No Lloran" (translated as "Women No Longer Cry" in English) was released last month. It is Shakira's first studio album since 2017's "El Dorado."

The new album debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Latin American and Latin pop album charts.

Shakira, who lives in Miami Beach, last toured in Miami on consecutive nights in August 2018. She also shared the stage with Jennifer Lopez during the Super Bowl LIV halftime show at Hard Rock Stadium in February 2020.

Tickets for Shakira's show in Miami go on sale Monday at 10 a.m. But members of Shakira's "Wolfpack" fan club will have access to tickets beginning Friday at 10 a.m. Anyone interested in presale tickets can sign up through Wednesday at 11:59 p.m.

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