Miami Beach

Miami Beach travel guide

Driving routes, distances and day-trip ideas nearby.

Miami Beach is an easy destination to plan yourself: hotels, flights, car rental and activities in one place, no juggling ten different sites. Miami Beach works well as a base for day trips to nearby towns and scenic routes. The nearest airport is in a neighbouring city, and a rental car is the easiest way to cover the rest. There are currently around 20 places to stay listed in and around Miami Beach, covering a range of budgets. The catalogue includes 8 vetted activities and tours with real guest ratings. 4 routes to nearby towns are mapped out from Miami Beach, handy if you're planning side trips beyond the city itself.

Accommodation in Miami Beach starts at around €72 per night, with a typical rate near €148 across roughly 20 nearby options — handy for budgeting your trip.

Well-reviewed hotels: The Goodtime Hotel, Miami Beach a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, 4-star, guest rating 9.4 from 2123 reviews, from €93 per night; Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach, 5-star, guest rating 9.4 from 2957 reviews, from €188 per night; The Elser Hotel Miami - An All-Suite Hotel, 4-star, guest rating 9.2 from 7223 reviews, from €126 per night; The Betsy Hotel, South Beach, 5-star, guest rating 9.2 from 2663 reviews, from €210 per night; 1 Hotel South Beach, 5-star, guest rating 9.2 from 1864 reviews, from €482 per night.

Day trips & routes: Miami — about 16 km, 18m drive; Doral — about 27 km, 36m drive; Fort Lauderdale — about 50 km, 43m drive; West Palm Beach — about 118 km, 1h 15m drive. Fastest option is Miami: 18m by car.

Miami Beach: what to know

Things to see: "Miami: 60 Minute Private Everglades Airboat Ride", rated 5 from 155 reviews, from €120.59; "Award-winning Art Deco & Neon Lights Walking Tour in Miami Beach", rated 5 from 150 reviews, from €43.77; "Miami: 90 Minute Private Everglades Airboat Ride", rated 5 from 143 reviews, from €165.25; "Miami Helicopter Tour Hard Rock and Beach", rated 5 from 73 reviews, from €150.25; "Miami Art Deco Gems & Jewels Small Group & Exclusive Access Tour", rated 5 from 57 reviews, from €71.46.

Miami Beach has no direct airport — most travellers fly into the nearest airport city and continue by rental car or transfer. Getting around the city and out to the 4 nearby destinations listed above is easiest by car — intercity public transport tends to be slower and less frequent. The median nightly rate in Miami Beach is around €148, useful for comparing overall trip cost against nearby cities.

To rent a car in Miami Beach you usually need a passport, a driving licence and a bank card for the deposit hold. With 20 places to stay nearby, it's worth comparing a base near the rental desk against one closer to the sights. Given 4 routes worth driving from here, check the mileage and one-way drop-off terms before you book. When touring United States, plan stops in advance: fuel stations and car parks in smaller towns are not always open around the clock.

Weather in the days ahead25…28 °CPatchy rain nearbyFull forecast

What to see in Miami Beach in 7 days

A ready week, day by day: highly rated places, lunches, tours and trips out of town. Ratings and opening hours come from Tripadvisor, distances are real driving distances.

day1

Getting to know Miami Beach

An unhurried first day: the centre on foot, one landmark and a quiet dinner near where you're staying. Don't plan anything far — after travelling, getting your bearings matters more.

  • All day

    A free day — the market, the waterfront, the next neighbourhood over.

Hotel check-in is usually from 2pm — if you arrive earlier, most places will store your luggage.

day2

The main sights

The fullest day: two or three key places back to back. Start early — queues build by midday at the popular ones, and the light is better for photographs after lunch.

  • All day

    A free day — the market, the waterfront, the next neighbourhood over.

Up to 28 °C in the days ahead — do the walking in the morning and spend midday indoors.

day3

Museums, history and local food

A day for what needs time and attention: museums, historic quarters, and lunch somewhere locals actually go.

Many museums close on a Monday or Tuesday — check the opening hours before you set out.

day4

A day out of town

Get beyond the city: the nearby towns and countryside are usually what stays with you. A rental car is the practical way — public transport on these routes is slow and infrequent.

  • All day

    Miami

    Miami is 16 km from Miami Beach, about 18m by car. Leave in the morning so you're back before dark.

Book the car ahead: in season there is little left and the counter price is higher.

Rent a car in Miami Beach
day6

A tour, or a second trip out

A good day for a guided tour: a guide tells you what the signs don't, and takes the driving off your hands.

  • All day

    Doral

    Doral is 27 km from Miami Beach, about 36m by car. Leave in the morning so you're back before dark.

Book the car ahead: in season there is little left and the counter price is higher.

Rent a car in Miami Beach
day7

Last day and departure

A calm finish: a favourite spot once more, some shopping, a late lunch. Leave yourself room before the airport.

Allow twice what the map says for the airport run — it is never the quiet hour when you need it.

Route map

Where you can drive from Miami Beach.

What to see and where to eat

What to see and where to eat in Miami Beach

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Top attractions

Restaurants and cafés

What travellers say about places in Miami Beach

Source — Tripadvisor

5 The Ritz Carlton South BeachCouples

Club Level

Overall an amazing experience. Service was attentive inside the hotel and out. As far as club level, Anderson and Blair went above and beyond. Cannot wait to visit again next year.
SarahD5142026-08-07on Tripadvisor
5 La Cubanita MiamiBusiness

Best service

Best costumer service thanks so much to Marcos ! Highly recommended! Great food and location
FarAway437405819102026-08-06on Tripadvisor
5 The Palms Hotel SpaCouples

Fenomenal Resort ★★★★★

The hotel is incredible! Beautifully decorated, wonderful rooms, fenomenal pool area nestled among lush tropical gardens, The hotel feels like a hidden paradise. The service is exceptional. Fred is one of the first people you meet here, and he welcomes you so warmly that it already feels like your little paradise has j…
Navigate582099279142026-08-06on Tripadvisor

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