Miami Art Deco Gems & Jewels Small Group & Exclusive Access Tour

Overview

Step into Miami's Golden Era with this intimate small-group walk through the most beautiful & culturally significant examples of Art Deco architecture in Miami Beach and enjoy exclusive access to the interiors of historic hotels and other landmark gems where large groups are not allowed for a much more memorable experience! Get an in-depth introduction to Miami Beach history, architecture, art, and culture within the Miami Beach Art Deco Historic District. You'll be amazed to discover the brief but intense history of a city that transformed in 100 years from a swampy sandbar to a billion-dollar paradise, from a coconut plantation to an exclusive beach resort. This history is filled with hurricanes and mobsters, Jewish elders, Cuban refugees and drug dealers, Versace, Miami Vice, Scarface, and celebrities. You'll experience the magic and discover the glamour, vice, and secrets hidden in plain sight. Private & Spanish language tours available; inquire directly at Sobeach Tours website.

What's included

• Discounts on bike rentals and tours in South Beach with your ticket.
• Private tours and Spanish language tours available; inquire directly at Sobeach Tours website.
• Our small group tours allow for a more personalized, intimate and tailored experience.
• *REACH OUT DIRECTLY TO SOBEACH TOURS FOR ANY QUESTIONS.
• Get to know Hollywood film locations that made Miami famous such as Miami Vice, Scarface & Birdcage.
• Exclusive access to the interiors of historic hotels and other landmark structures.
• Only tour with professional guides holding degrees in Hospitality and Tourism Management.
• 50% off our online Miami Undiscovered Travel Guide.
• Half off cocktails/drinks all day at a historic Art Deco hotel on Ocean Drive.
• Get insider tips and recommendations from your guide on local restaurants and bars.
• Get insights into must-see sights, unique hidden gems and secret locations that many tourists miss.

Meeting and pickup

Meet at the start point

What to expect

1. *Please arrive 15 minutes before tour start time. It's not possible to join any of the tours halfway or once they have started. * Reach out to Sobeach Tours for any questions or assistance. *We do not recommend driving in Miami. Consider a ride-hailing company like Uber or Lyft, taxi, private car or public transport. Reach out to Sobeach Tours to ask about alternatives. *It's hot in Miami from May-October. Come prepared to walk outside in the heat for an extended period of time. Temperatures usually range in the low to mid 80sF (30C), however, during heatwaves temperatures can reach well over 90F (35C). We recommend bringing a hat, bottled water, and sunscreen. We'll go inside buildings, try to keep you in the shade and make some stops but the tour is approximately a 2-hour walking tour outdoors.

   20 minAdmission included

2. We take you to the rooftop of Art Deco historic hotels to enjoy panoramic views of South Beach, the ocean, landmark architecture and the Versace Mansion's rooftop observatory.

   15 minAdmission included

3. Visit the former Versace Mansion in Miami Beach and learn about the role the show Miami Vice and designer Gianni Versace had in revitalizing South Beach and bringing it to its former glamour. Hear stories of celebrities, lavish parties and murder.

   15 minAdmission included

4. Visit the most popular gay bar in Miami Beach famous for its Drag Queen shows and performances. See the Rainbow Crosswalk and hear stories on how the rainbow colors saved the Art Deco hotels from demolition.

   10 minAdmission included

5. Delve deep into Art Deco history and architecture and visit the interior of Art Deco hotels and movie locations such as the Birdcage, Something about Mary, Any Given Sunday, Scarface, and Frank Sinatra's movie, A Hole in the Head.

   15 minAdmission included

6. Go inside the most famous retro railway dining car in South Beach featured in a popular television show and check out photos of celebrities who visited the diner.

   10 minAdmission included

7. Visit the interior of buildings where Al Capone held his nightly clandestine gambling operations, enjoy 1930s original art deco architectural details, murals and recognize clues on the floors.

   10 minAdmission included

8. Go inside a museum built in 1927, originally built as a warehouse to store illegal gambling paraphernalia during prohibition. Hear stories of celebrities, mobsters, clandestine gambling, vice and secrets of Miami Beach.

   15 minAdmission included

9. Visit top attractions and hidden gems scattered throghout Miami Beach, meet cool locals, see how they live, learn about local culture and cuisine, and hear tips on other tours, activities, and dining recommendations.

   10 min

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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