After visiting the South Beach area of Miami for a long weekend, here is what I did there with a few other people.
The first day, we arrived in the evening, at the perfect time for dinner. So, we walked to Taco Taco, where we sat out on the patio and sipped on their huge margaritas. After that, we explored a small area of the city including the shops on Lincoln Road as well as the Miami Beach Boardwalk. Then, we stopped at Icy-n-Spicy for their jumbo specialty milkshakes (shown above).
The second day, we woke up early so we could have time to relax at the beach. After doing so, we took a cab to downtown, where we explored the Bayside Marketplace and took a boat ride along Millionaire’s Row, with celebrity homes such as Jennifer Lopez and Shaquille O’Neal. After that was done, we got ready for dinner at Barton G. Though it was pricey, the dinner was a unique experience, with my lobster pop-tarts being served to me in a toaster. We also stopped by Soundscape Park to check out the outdoor movie they were playing that night.
The third day, we went back to the beach for a little bit. Traveling past downtown again to Wynwood, we then visited the Superblue museum (pictured above). This was a neat, interactive experience with 5 different exhibits. Not too far of a walk away from that was the World Famous House of Mac, which was delicious! At night time, we went to the Treehouse nightclub then rode around South Beach in the slingshot rentals. Another club that looked interesting is Mango’s Tropical Nightclub. Other high-end clubs such as LIV and E11EVEN look fun as well, although the cover charges can be high, around $60 (from what I’ve heard).
The fourth day, we were heading back home. We stopped by the Miami Beach Botanical gardens for a few minutes before though, then took a ride to the airport.
Below, I’ve listed more recommended attractions, restaurants, and hotels in Miami for you!
Wynwood/Downtown
Attractions:
Miami Design District – known for modern architecture, upscale interior design stores, art, and jewelry boutiques
Wynwood Graffiti Experience – tickets for $42
Jungle Island – tickets for $30
Dolphin Mall – Miami’s largest outlet mall with over 240 shops
Metromover – free automated train system to transport around the town
Brickell City Center – shopping center with upscale stores, coffee shops, and cocktail bars
Miami Riverwalk – pedestrian walkway extending from along the north side of the Miami River and the Biscayne Bay
The Citadel – food hall with live music, game nights, a vintage store, and a rooftop bar
Restaurants:
Maman – cafe/bakery with pastries, breakfast bowls, and sandwiches
Mr. Baguette – cafe with salads and acai bowls or the ability to build your own wrap, croissant, or sandwich
Cowy Burger – if you don’t want a burger, you can try the chicken sandwich or veggie patty with a few different options for fries
The Taco Stand – eatery with tacos, burritos, corn, and a salsa bar
CRAFT Bayside – American restaurant with cocktails, juices, omelettes, sandwiches, and pizzas
Hotels:
South Beach
Attractions:
Lummus Park Beach – combination of greenspace and beach access with volleyball courts from 5th to 15th Street
Ocean Drive – known for Art Deco buildings but also for its lively nightclubs and various dining options
Fifth and Alton – indoor shopping plaza containing Chipotle, TJ Maxx, Ross, Publix, and more
Carnaval Rooftop – label themselves as only rooftop on Ocean Drive, serving bottomless brunch on the weekends and dinner all throughout the week
South Pointe Park Pier – used by visitors and locals for fishing and magnificent views of the ocean
Rooftop Cinema Club South Beach – tickets for $15-28
Restaurants:
MILA – Mediterranean restaurant with a 2-hour multi-course buffet
Montana’s Miami Beach – Scarface-themed American restaurant with steak, seafood, burgers, and pasta
Sola Miami Beach – seafood/sushi restaurant with two patios and a rooftop lounge
Cafe Americano – serves breakfast combos, lunch, and dinner, including chicken/seafood bowls, pasta, and tacos
Macchialina – Italian cuisine featuring handmade pasta
Hotels
I hope this was informative for your upcoming Miami trip. Thanks for the read! (:
-xo, Nicole
A Sweet Paradise 