10 must-see places to visit in Miami Beach. Although in recent years other neighborhoods on the continent have gained relevance, it is difficult not to be a photo of Miami Beach that first comes to mind when we think of “the city of the sun”.
Half-naked bodies. Volleyball on the beach. Convertibles on Ocean Drive. Art deco. The News Cafe. Lincoln Road. The district of Alan Faena. The umbrellas and sunbeds of the beach, of all colors, and the tireless seagulls. Oh, and the night, of course!
Miami Beach is an island, although many don’t even realize it because all of Miami has access to water. It is linked to the mainland by five routes: the busiest are the 195, which leaves you at the height of Mid Beach, and the MacArthur Causeway, which crosses you at the height of South Beach.
Architecturally speaking, Miami Beach brings together the Art Deco style with other more modern buildings and a certain Mediterranean style that is evident in Española Way, a small street perpendicular to Collins that has a restaurant next to the other. It has a great pedestrian, Lincoln Road, with bars and restaurants that alternate with the best fashion, deco and electronics businesses in the city.
The beach runs along the east coast of the island and, just for orientation, is divided into North Beach, Mid Beach and South Beach, although, in reality, it is a long, incredible and unique beach of white sands and transparent sea. Obviously there are fans of Nikki Beach and those who prefer the beaches of Bal Harbour, those who go after the best wave and those who prefer to see the cruise ships set sail from South Pointe. What is great about Miami Beach is that there is something for everyone and, everywhere, many universal desires to have fun.
The boardwalk, circuit on foot
All cities with sea have a promenade and Miami is no exception. If we go south-north, the famous Miami Beach walkway begins at the height of 5th Street and, until 23rd, is a pink tile path that borders Ocean Drive and shows us its restaurants and Art Deco buildings on one side and the sea on the other. In the mouths, there are usually craft stalls attended by their owners, very friendly.
From 23rd Street to 46th Street, where it ends (Indian Beach Park), is a walkway of wooden planks. In total, it has almost 6 and a half kilometers marked by the sea, ideal for joggers, skaters and runners. Those who prefer to explore it on foot, know that the restaurants and bars to make a stop are on the south side, in South Beach.
Art Deco
Miami Beach is a unique conglomerate in the world of art deco buildings, most built in the decades of 20 to 40. Pastel colors, curves and skylights make up a climate very from another era, which cut sports cars and bikinis.
There are walking tours designed for style lovers, but here we tell you what to see if you prefer to travel alone: the Park Central hotel (about Ocean Drive, between 6 and 7), The Tides (between 12 and 13), The Carlyle (on the corner) and Cardozo (on Ocean and 13). Once in Collins, be sure to see the National Hotel or the Delano. Top it all off with a drink at the Raleigh Hotel, in front of its incredible pool.
Bass
It is the museum of contemporary art in Miami Beach. His exhibitions are not only of plastic arts: there are fashion, design and architecture. Reopens in October, post-enlargement!
The best: in the museum park there are sculptures, like this one by Ugo Rondinone. 2100 Collins Avenue. thebass.org
News Cafe
Did you arrive in Miami on one of those flights that land at dawn and have nothing to do until check-in opens? News Cafe! It’s the classic Miami bar on Collins Ave., open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The best: it is also a very good option when it is already night and you do not want to go to bed without eating something. 800 Ocean Drive. newscafe.com
Sunset Harbour
This neighborhood is one of the favorites of young people with wave and is filled in the after office. The classic is Barceloneta, which is on a corner and has sidewalks outside. There they eat Mediterranean tapas and drink cocktails with gin. There is also Pubelly, if you prefer sushi. At True Loaf Bakery or Panther Coffee, better order something to take away and keep walking. If not, you can go to Naiyara, which is a Thai food subtraction, or to Dreamer for a smoothie or a super healthy smoothie with a bowl of açaí, so fashionable.
The best: to buy, there are Eberjey, a dream underwear and swimwear business, and Frankie Miami. barcelonetarestaurant.com; pubbellysushi.us; panthercoffee.com; naiyara.com; dreamerjuice.com; eberjey.com; frankiemiami.com
Hello, Kitty
Who didn’t love her? At the entrance to W South Beach there are three sculptures by Tom Sachs: one is that of the kitten, but there are also “My Melody” (photo) and “Miffi”. People love to stop for pictures.
Sachs is a New York artist who worked on the original models of the dolls. They are bronze sculptures painted white to make them look like telgopor.
The Miami night
Nocheeee, chicooo! Miami Beach burns after the beach and until late. There are many proposals for bars, restaurants with bowling or, directly, dancing. We are amused by Bagatelle (at 21 and Collins), a canchero restaurant that transforms when a table asks for an expensive bottle: the waiters dress up and put on a show in which everyone catches on; The Broken Shaker (on Indian Creek, photo), which is the courtyard of a hostel with good drinks, music and a lot of vibes; Liv (on Collins), bowling-bowling at the Fontainbleau; Mynt Lounge, Bâoli and Komodo, three floors from restaurant to lounge.
The best: there is something for all budgets and styles. Miami never tires.
New World Symphony
Frank Gehry’s building is home to the city’s most reputable music school and an acoustically perfect concert hall. Thanks to advanced technology, concerts are also projected on one of the walls of the building that overlooks a square and everyone can access it for free to listen to it.
The best: yoga mornings at SoundScape Park. They are done once a month (you can check the agenda on their page) and are free: you just have to bring your yoga mat.500 17th Street. nws.edu
Dirt
Jeff Latulippe was a Wall Street executive until he became a fan of health food. When he started to lose weight, he decided to change his life and bet everything on the philosophy of the farm to the table: in 2015 he opened Dirt, which won an award for the best budget restaurant in the city.
The best: spinach and mango smoothies and berries with pineapple.
Lilikoi
Another temple of healthy food, this restaurant is a family business with a strong emphasis on vegetarianism. Its relaxed decoration with giant flowers on the walls and wooden tables is not intended to make you feel at home. It’s steps from South Pointe Beach: an ideal getaway for when the sea left you hungry.
The best: they have the best veggie burger in town! But I also recommend gobo chips, which are like potato chips made from a Hawaiian root that has health benefits. 500 South Pointe Dr. #180.
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