Miami is a major port city on the Atlantic coast of south Florida in the southeastern United States. It is the most populous city of the Miami metropolitan area and part of the second-most populous metropolis in the southeastern United States. The city is a major center, and a leader in finance, commerce, culture, media, entertainment, the arts, and international trade. It was also classified as an Alpha−World City in the World Cities Study Group’s inventory. Miami International Airport serves as the primary international airport of the Greater Miami Area. Miami has a tropical monsoon climate with a marked drier season in the winter. The place has definitely some of the most amazing options for tours, here are our picks!
Travel advisory:
- Since you'll be roaming outside during tours, it's important to consider the climate. The best time to visit Miami, according to The Official Website of Greater Miami & Miami Beach, is from March to May. This is when temperatures are somewhere around 70°F (21.11°C) to 83°F (28.33 °C) in May, so you can comfortably visit different places without feeling too hot.
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Land & Sea Adventures: From cruises to double-decker buses
A popular tourist hub, Miami is bursting with attractions. If you’re pressed for time, you might want to look into a cruise or double-decker bus tour so you can easily see all that the city (and beyond!) has to offer.
1. Minute Sightseeing Cruise on Miami's Biscayne Bay
Take an unhurried look at some of the most beautiful sights in south Florida of the tropical waters of Miami’s Biscayne Bay during a relaxing 90-minute cruise in the modern yachts, the Island Queen, the Island Lady, and the Miami Lady, offering the utmost in comfort and style.
One can also have a look at the beautiful Brickell Key and exclusive Fisher Island, the cruise ships leaving the Port of Miami, the gorgeous Miami Skyline, as well as the homes of the rich and famous along Millionaire’s Row.
Book Tours : Miami: The Original Millionaire’s Row Cruise
2. Wynwood graffiti golf cart tour
This is an artsy tour that allows you to explore the Wynwood art district on a golf cart. This express tour will have art lovers captivated by Wynwood’s street art. You will see pieces by local painters, such as Shepard Fairey, Retna, DFace, and Interesni. The Murals of Miami are truly captivating, so make sure to take lots of pictures to share your experience.
Book Tours : Wynwood Graffiti Golf Cart Small-Group Tour
3. Miami Combo Tour: City Sightseeing, Biscayne Bay Cruise and Everglades Airboat Ride
The tour enables you to experience Miami’s highlights by boat and bus on this combo tour. Take a sightseeing coach tour through the city and explore beautiful South Beach, the historic Art Deco District and bustling downtown Miami. Avail the opportunity to have a thrilling airboat ride through nearby Everglades National Park and then spend quality time on a cruise along Biscayne Bay to admire the skyline and spot celebrity houses.
Other interesting sites include the Gianni Versace Mansion, Madonna’s former house on Brickell Avenue and the secret spot where Michael Jackson filmed his ‘Thriller’ music video. Have a look at the wildlife including alligators, turtles, snakes, fish and exotic birds, and learn about the animals and their environment during the wildlife show that follows.
Miami Tour Guide
Alexander Gorn
I was born in Leningrad, now St. Petersburg, in the Soviet Union, and left for the USA when I was 23 years old, just out of college. Leningrad was and still is a city with great cultural traditions. I fell in love with its world-famous museums, art galleries, theaters, and other attractions. I have been guiding tours for most of my life and began while still in high school. During the summer... Read more
Tours by Alexander
4. Big Bus Miami hop-on hop-off tour
Have the freedom to plan your own itinerary and see all the highlights of Miami at your own pace. This open-top tour bus allows you the flexibility to get on and off at any stop of your choosing on the bus route. There are more than 40 stops on three separate routes and you’ll get to know the city with live commentary. Get to see Miami’s incredible skyline from the top of the bus. There is also an opportunity to upgrade your bus pass to include a Biscayne Bay Boat Tour or Night Tour to complete your Miami experience.
5. Zoo Miami - General admission with optional monorail and animal feeding upgrade
This is a great opportunity for the family to spend some quality time exploring the wide variety of animals housed at the Miami Zoo. Observe local and exotic marine life at the in-house aquarium, as well as a variety of land animals from around the globe, separated from you by moats. Upgrade your ticket to include an all-day monorail pass and entry to a feeding session, involving either camels, giraffes, parrots, or tortoises.
Book Tours : Zoo Miami Ticket with Optional Upgrade
6. Miami: 1.5-Hour Boat Tour of Biscayne Bay
Sit back and relax as you cruise into Biscayne Bay and see Miami’s most spectacular sights, including the skyline of Downtown Miami. Climb aboard an ocean-going boat for a fully-narrated 90-minute cruise around Biscayne Bay and see the Venetian Islands from the Atlantic waters.
Get to know more about South Florida’s marine life during the on board narration, and look for stingrays, dolphins and slow moving manatees swimming alongside the boat.
Miami: 1.5-Hour Boat Tour of Biscayne Bay
Price: from 26 USD
7. Half-Day Double Decker Bus and Boat Tour of Miami
The double decker bus allows visitors to look at the beautiful sights of the city in a highly informative bus tour of about 2.5 hours and 90 minute boat tour. The highlights of Miami such as the historic art deco district of South Beach, Downtown Miami, historic Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, Little Havana, Ocean Drive, Star Island’s luxurious celebrity homes, etc., are also visited on the bus tour.
The bus also stops at Downtown Miami: Bayside Marketplace for shopping. During the boat tour one can cruise through Biscayne Bay and see the waterfront’s most impressive sights in utmost comfort in the boats that feature an air-conditioned lower salon as well as an upper-deck.
Half-Day Double Decker Bus and Boat Tour of Miami
Price: from 29 USD
8. Miami City Tour plus Shopping and Optional Bay Cruise
Through this exciting tour one can get to discover the beautiful side of the fashionable and exciting international hot spot, Miami. One can also enjoy Miami’s beautiful skyline along the Biscayne Bay and delight in the fresh ocean breeze. The highlights of the tour includes mansions, yachts, Port of Miami, Little Havana and Calle Ocho, South Beach Art Deco district, Coconut Grove, Brickell Avenue, and Coral Gables.
Book Tours : Miami City Tour with Shopping and Bay Cruise
Explore the Everglades: Learn about Florida's wetlands
Florida’s Everglades cover millions of acres of land. It’s about an hour’s drive from Miami to reach Everglades National Park, so for convenience, you can book a tour as some may include pick-up and drop-off services.
9. Miami Everglades Airboat Adventure with Biscayne Bay Cruise
The 30 minute airboat ride through the Florida Everglade wilderness enables you to have a close encounter with wildlife and the underwater world. In the unique ecosystem of the Everglades, you’ll see breathtaking panoramic views, lush vegetation and enjoy complete tranquility.
After the airboat ride, you’ll spend over 2 hours in the Everglades National Park to visit the alligator wildlife show with plenty of time to take a wander along the jungle walking trail filled with crocodilian exhibits.
10. Miami Everglades Airboat Adventure with Transport
Explore the wilderness as you glide through the water, learning about the area’s complex ecosystem and history with narration from your bilingual airboat captain and guide. Have a view of the lush vegetation teeming with wildlife as you venture deep into the interior of the Florida tropical wetlands on a Miami Everglades Airboat Adventure.
Take a stroll through jungle paths and view the alligators in several exhibits while the guide provides insightful commentary on the creatures that inhabit the Florida Everglades.
11. Everglades airboat safari
Embark on a full day airboat adventure and get to see alligators roaming around in their natural habitat. Everglades National Park is filled with a variety of animal species, such as turtles and deer, and is a great spot for birdwatchers. The entire experience lasts five hours and you will be taken to and from your hotel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle as part of the experience.
12. Everglades Airboat Ride + Wildlife Show at Gator Park
Explore the fascinating world of the Florida Everglades on a half-day trip from Miami at Gator Park and take a thrilling airboat ride through the heart of this national park. One can have a look at the varieties of wildlife such as alligators, turtles, snakes, fish, and exotic birds with the help of the professional guides who will not only help the visitors to spot these animals, but also impart information about them.
One can attend the Gator Park’s famous Wildlife Show to see the bare-handed technique used by Native Americans to capture alligators and can also hold a smaller alligator in your hands along with get a close view of creatures like resident turtles, macaws, and peacocks.
Everglades Airboat Ride + Wildlife Show at Gator Park
Price: from 39 USD
Foodie Adventures: Discover the best food in and around Miami
Miami undoubtedly boasts a vibrant food scene. If you want to eat like a local but don’t know where to start, there are so many tours available for you to check out!
13. Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami
Have a wonderful culinary and cultural experience in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood. Visit the six local family-owned restaurants and cafes in the Calle Ocho area and get an overview of the neighborhood’s traditional, rustic Cuban cuisine. The visitors are served with varieties of dishes which may include homemade mamey and flan ice cream, chicken and picadillo-stuffed plantain cups, guava pastelito, coffee, guarapo juice and mariquitas.
Book Tours : Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami
14. Miami: Food Tasting and Art Deco District Walking Tour
Spend an afternoon exploring Miami’s Art Deco district while getting to know some of the best restaurants in this popular area. Items on the menu include homemade Argentinian empanadas, delicious Cuban coffee, coxinas, and bolinha de bacalhau. The tour heads to the Turtle Room at the Tides Hotel on Ocean Drive where you can soak up the ambiance and savor a fusion-inspired seafood dish.
15. Miami Food and Art Walking Tour of Wynwood Neighborhood
Discover the art and the food of Miami’s eclectic Wynwood neighborhood. Enjoy generous tastings from six delightful local restaurants. Stops include SuViche Wynwood, Wynwood Kitchen and Bar, Pride and Joy BBQ, Jimmy'z Kitchen Wynwood, Made in Italy Gourmet, and Fireman Derek’s World Famous Pies. In between all of the nibbling, you’ll even have time to browse in a few galleries and learn a bit about street art and graffiti from local artists. You probably won’t need that extra serving of breakfast.
Book Tours : Wynwood Food & Art Tour by Miami Culinary Tours
16. Miami Design District Tapas Tour
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Get to know the Design District and Midtown Miami on this tapas-style tour. Enjoy tastings at six local restaurants as you spend a leisurely early evening strolling through this up-and-coming neighborhood. Learn about the modern architecture and public art of this interesting part of the city.
Miami Design District Tapas Tour
Price: from 89 USD
Website: Miami Design District Tapas Tour
17. Wynwood Tour des Forks Food Tour
Discover what makes Wynwood interesting on this entertaining walking tour. The excursion introduces visitors to the art, culture, and food of this dynamic neighborhood. Learn about the underground culture of Wynwood’s vibrant art scene. Taste the specialties at five different local eateries. Art cafes and Pan-latino hot spots are on the itinerary.
Wynwood Tour des Forks Food Tour
Price: from 75 USD for adults
Website: Wynwood Tour des Forks Food Tour
18. South beach cultural food and walking tour
Explore the Art Deco district of South Beach during this engaging walking tour. The excursion stops at five to seven restaurants along the way. Sample fresh ceviche, gelato, a tasty cuban sandwich, Cuban coffee, nitrogen ice cream, and Columbian empanadas. Make sure to ask your guide for local information about the best places to eat.
Book Tours : South Beach Cultural Food and Walking Tour
19. South Beach Tour des Forks: Eat Like a Local
Taste your way through the culinary highlights of Miami’s trendy South Beach neighborhood. You’ll get to sample the delicious creations at five different local eateries during this entertaining and informative three-hour walking and snacking tour of the famous Art Deco district. Your guide will give you a fun introduction to the best local haunts on your excursion.
Book Tours : South Beach Tour des Forks: Eat Like a Local
20. Swooped with Forks
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Zip between Miami’s most interesting neighborhoods and the city’s best restaurants and cafes in an electric golf cart taxi. This afternoon food tour introduces visitors to the history, culture, and cuisine of the city. You’ll see the Art Deco district and a great deal more. This is a great option for those with limited mobility who are interested in participating in a food tour.
Swooped with Forks
Price: from 129 USD for adults
Website: Swooped with Forks
21. South Beach Miami Culinary Walking Tour Lunch or Dinner
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Have a progressive lunch or dinner in South Beach with this delicious walking tour. Sample dishes at seven to eight different local eateries. Possible menu items include ceviche, empanadas, Spanish tapas, Cuban coffee, and Cuban sandwiches. Cool off with a nice frothy pisco sour. Learn about the history, architecture, and culture of the area from your guide. Gourmet restaurants, trendy cafes, and small family owned establishments are on the itinerary.
South Beach Miami Culinary Walking Tour Lunch or Dinner
Price: from 59 USD
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Beyond Miami: Day tour recommendations
If you have some extra time and want to enjoy a little day trip to nearby cities, here are some of our recommendations.
22. Key West
Take a scenic bus ride that takes you from the city to spend a day on Key West Island. This is the perfect tour for those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the mainland and you will have ample free time to enjoy a day of leisure. There are plenty add-on opportunities as well, which include a hop-on-hop-off, fully-narrated trolley tour, a snorkeling cruise to a coral reef via a catamaran, and parasailing.
Book Tours : Key West Day Trip from Miami with Activities
23. West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach is just under a two hour drive north of Miami, and it offers some of the best beaches in South Florida! This large city is home to the Palm Beach Island where visitors can window shop on Worth Ave, one of the wealthiest streets in the world. Enjoy the tourist-free Juno Beach and take a water taxi from downtown City Place to untouched Peanut Island.
24. Naples
Explore the Gulf Coast of Florida by visiting Naples, home to some of the best shopping, dining, and beaches. Be sure to check out the Naples Pier, home to beautiful views of the sunset in the Gulf of Mexico. The Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and the Botanical Garden offer visitors the chance to take in the beauty of Florida.
25. Orlando
It’s no secret that Florida is the world’s major theme park destination. Orlando, FL, about three hours north of Miami, is where visitors can find some of the most thrilling attractions. The most popular parks are Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. Enjoy a day (or a week!) in these magical worlds!
26. Biscayne National Park
Between Miami and Key West is Biscayne National Park, a protected area of land and sea home to coral reefs, islands, and mangrove forests. The best way to explore this National Park is by boat or kayak, and day trips from Miami are popular. Visitors can see Florida wildlife and sea life up close, and experience a park like no other! 95% of this park is covered by water, and it truly is a Florida gem.
Biscayne National Park
Address: 9700 SW 328th Street, Sir Lancelot Jones Way, Homestead, FL
Website: Biscayne National Park
27. Ochopee
Ochopee, FL is a small unincorporated territory near the Everglades. It’s a nature lover’s dream, home to many wildlife tours and research centers. Visitors can take airboat rides through the swampy terrain and get up close and personal with alligators. Ochopee also offers a glimpse into what small town Florida was like before the tourist boom, with side of the road businesses and the smallest post office in the country.
28. Jonathan Dickinson State Park
Just north of West Palm Beach, about a two-hour drive from Miami is Jonathan Dickinson State Park. This wildlife preserve encompasses both land and sea, with several protected beaches. Unlike most of the beaches in Miami, those within the Jonathan Dickinson State Park are free of hotels and tourists. Visitors can even camp in one of the many designated areas and enjoy the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean.
Jonathan Dickinson State Park
Address: 16450 SE Federal Hwy, Hobe Sound, FL
Website: Jonathan Dickinson State Park
29. Fort Lauderdale
Bordering Miami is Fort Lauderdale, the infamous Spring Break destination of college students everywhere. Fort Lauderdale attracts more than the Spring Break party crowd, however, as it offers a stunning beachfront boardwalk and plenty of shopping and dining. The beaches are always bursting with life, and there is always something to do in this popular town! Visit Las Olas Boulevard for a more local feel and Hollywood Beach for great nightlife!
Soul enriching tours of Miami and beyond
Miami offers a variety of tour options to cater to the needs of different people. If you want to explore more, you can also pick a day trip destination to a nearby city or island. Use this article to choose the best tour (or tours!) for your trip.
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