Miami sits where the Everglades meet Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic, pairing Art Deco beach streets and Latin American neighbourhoods with waterfront parks, large museums and a food scene shaped by Cuban, Haitian and Caribbean cooking.
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How Troovz stays freeFor a stopover, this short plan links South Beach, Ocean Drive and Calle Ocho in Little Havana, so the time goes on seeing rather than travelling.
Layover · MIA 06:00 → 21:00
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Flights, car rental and airport transfers for your trip: 1 day · 1 adult.
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First time? We suggest for the sights.
The southern end of Miami Beach, with the Art Deco district, Ocean Drive and the main stretch of beach. It suits visitors who want to walk to the sand, shops and restaurants.
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Open to visitors, with a few customs.
Churches
Churches are usually open to visitors outside services, and some areas may close while a service is on. Visitors are usually asked to dress modestly, with shoulders and knees covered, and to keep their voices down. Photography rules usually vary, and flash is often not allowed. Rules can vary, so please follow any instructions and ask the staff on arrival.
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Chosen from places featured in respected travel and food guides, or on a halal certifier's list, as of October 2026. We don't take payment to include a place.
Please confirm with the restaurant if you have any allergies.
11 min from Miami Design DistrictTypical BurrataBurrata, or oysters from the raw bar · Wynwood & Design District
Price level$$$
Gluten-free options
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Gluten-free options: Source: the restaurant's own menu
Price level: Source: Troovz research, checked Oct 2026
22 min from The Wolfsonian–FIUArgentinian skirt steak with chimichurri and two sides · South Beach
Price level$$
Gluten-free optionsVegetarian options
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Gluten-free options: Source: the restaurant's own menu
Vegetarian options: Source: the restaurant's own menu
Price level: Source: Troovz research, checked Oct 2026
32 min from Wynwood WallsTypical Nashville hot chicken sliderNashville hot chicken slider · Wynwood & Design District
Halal options
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Halal options: Halal options available. Source: the restaurant's own menu. Please confirm locally.
42 min from Wynwood WallsTypical Naturally leavened sourdough and challahNaturally leavened sourdough and challah; deli sandwiches such as a tuna melt · Wynwood & Design District
Price level$$
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Price level: Source: zakthebaker.com, checked Oct 2026
53 min from Ocean Drive Art Deco DistrictTypical 'Miami Iced' iced coffee and the Sunshine Sando breakfast sandwich'Miami Iced' iced coffee and the Sunshine Sando breakfast sandwich · Mid-Beach & North Beach
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Price level: Source: sunshinecoffee.com, checked Oct 2026
63 min from Wynwood WallsTypical Roasted eggplant mezeRoasted eggplant meze · Wynwood & Design District
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Price level: Source: doyarestaurant.com, checked Oct 2026
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14Typical Arepas such as the reina pepiadaArepas such as the reina pepiada (shredded chicken in avocado sauce) and Venezuelan mixed starters · Mid-Beach & North Beach
Price level$$
Vegetarian options
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Vegetarian options: Source: the restaurant's own menu
Price level: Source: Troovz research, checked Oct 2026
15Typical Ted's SpecialTed's Special · Key Biscayne
Price level$
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Price level: Source: Troovz research, checked Oct 2026
16Typical Duck press for twoDuck press for two · Coconut Grove
Price level$$$$
Gluten-free optionsVegan optionsVegetarian options
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Gluten-free options: Source: the restaurant's own menu
Vegan options: Source: the restaurant's own menu
Vegetarian options: Source: the restaurant's own menu
Price level: Source: arietecoconutgrove.com, checked Oct 2026
17stone crab claws with mustard sauce · South Beach
Price level$$$
Gluten-free options
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Gluten-free options: Source: the restaurant's own menu
Price level: Source: joesstonecrab.com, checked Oct 2026
18Typical Nicaraguan grilled meat plate with sidesNicaraguan grilled meat plate with sides · Little Havana
Price level$
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Price level: Source: Troovz research, checked Oct 2026
19Typical Pastelitos with a cortaditoPastelitos with a cortadito · Coral Gables
Price level$
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Price level: Source: Troovz research, checked Oct 2026
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One card for most rides on public transport. Airport routes are in Flights.
The EASY Card is a reloadable card for Metrorail, Metrobus and, where fares apply, the county's other transit services; Metromover is free. Metrorail and Metrobus also accept a tap from a contactless bank card or phone wallet, so a visitor does not have to buy a card.
Per person, paid locally · as of October 2026
Taxis in Miami-Dade are metered. The meter starts at about $2.95, there is an extra $2 charge for trips that start at the airport, and trips from the airport or seaport have a $15 minimum. The county publishes no flat fares from the airport, and tolls are added. Rates were last published in 2022, so treat them as a guide.
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Typical costs, and how to pay.
Excluding your stay.
| Per person, per day | Budget | Mid-range | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast | $9 | $16 | $18 |
| Lunch | $14 | $19 | $50 |
| Dinner | $19 | $50 | $87 |
| Drinks | $8 | $17 | $24 |
| Getting around | $6 | $6 | $18 |
| Sights (entry tickets) | $32 | $32 | $32 |
| Total a day | $88 | $140 | $229 |
Sights are counted at the standard entry ticket. Guided tours cost more. Includes sales tax and a typical tip. Prices as of October 2026.
Typical prices, as of October 2026
Metrorail and Metrobus typically take a tap of a contactless bank card or phone, so a ticket is not always needed. Cards and digital payments are widely accepted elsewhere, but keep a little cash for valets, housekeepers and small tips.
as of October 2026
ATMs run by banks are usually cheaper than stand-alone machines, though many banks also charge foreign cards a fee. If asked, choose to be charged in US Dollar. Your own bank may also charge a foreign-use fee. Check with your bank before you go.
Tipping is customary in Miami: usually around 15-20% at table-service restaurants, with 18-20% common, and roughly 10-20% for taxi and rideshare drivers. Some restaurants add a service charge to every check, so look at the bill before adding more.
as of October 2026
South Beach
Seasons, weather, and the events and holidays that change opening hours, crowds and prices.
Average highAverage lowRainy days
Typical, based on past years. Not a forecast.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23° | 18° | 9 days |
| January is usually one of the more comfortable months, with warm sunny days and lower humidity than summer; it is also a busy time for hotels, and Art Deco Weekend on Ocean Drive falls in the middle of the month. | |||
| February | 24° | 19° | 8 days |
| February is usually warm, sunny and relatively dry, which makes it a popular month for beaches and walking; the Miami boat show and the Coconut Grove Arts Festival fall around the Presidents Day weekend. | |||
| March | 25° | 20° | 8 days |
| March is usually warm and sunny with humidity beginning to creep up, and is one of the busiest months, with the Miami Open tennis and the Calle Ocho festival in Little Havana. | |||
| April | 26° | 22° | 9 days |
| April is usually hot by day with rising humidity and the occasional shower; the film festival runs in early April and beaches are typically still busy. | |||
| May | 28° | 24° | 14 days |
| May is usually the start of the hot, humid season, when short afternoon downpours become more common; the Formula 1 weekend can fall at the very start of the month. | |||
| June | 29° | 26° | 22 days |
| June is usually hot and humid with frequent afternoon showers, and the Atlantic hurricane season begins on 1 June. | |||
| July | 30° | 26° | 22 days |
| July is usually hot, humid and showery, so mornings suit outdoor sights and afternoons suit museums, cafes and the pool; 4 July brings fireworks and holiday hours. | |||
| August | 30° | 26° | 24 days |
| August is usually among the hottest and most humid months, with showers most afternoons and fewer visitors at some attractions. | |||
| September | 29° | 26° | 23 days |
| September is usually hot, humid and showery, and falls near the peak of the Atlantic hurricane season. | |||
| October | 28° | 24° | 17 days |
| October is usually still warm and humid, with the showers gradually easing towards the end of the month; the Miami Carnival is usually held around the Columbus Day weekend. | |||
| November | 26° | 22° | 11 days |
| November is usually when the humidity eases and days turn pleasantly warm; the Atlantic hurricane season ends on 30 November and the Miami Book Fair runs in the middle of the month. | |||
| December | 24° | 20° | 10 days |
| December is usually warm and fairly dry, with Art Basel Miami Beach drawing crowds in the first week and many places closed on 25 December. | |||
Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr
From about November to April Miami is typically warm and sunny with lower humidity and fewer afternoon downpours, which suits beaches, walking and open-air sights. It is also the busiest event stretch, from Art Basel in December to the Miami Open in March, and hotels are usually at their fullest.
May · Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep · Oct
From about May to October Miami is typically hot and humid, with short, heavy showers most afternoons, so museums and cafes make good afternoon stops. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from 1 June to 30 November, with activity usually highest from mid-August to mid-October.
Coming up in the next 12 months. to see what falls during your trip.
Government offices are closed; most shops and sights usually open as normal, but check each stop's hours.
Author talks run through the week and the street fair part runs 20-22 November 2026; the organiser describes the street fair as free to walk into and links to ticketing for other events.
A family holiday: many restaurants and shops close or shorten their hours on the day itself, and some sights shut, so check ahead.
Quick answers to common questions.
Whether you can leave the airport depends on your passport, your ticket and the time between your flights. Please check the entry rules for your passport before you plan to leave the airport.
The layover plan keeps to South Beach, the Ocean Drive Art Deco District next to it, and Calle Ocho in Little Havana, chosen from the most-listed sights in Miami. As of 16 Oct 2026.
If you have a full day, follow the one-day plan instead: it keeps the same landmarks and adds Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, the Miami Beach Boardwalk, The Wolfsonian–FIU and Española Way. As of 16 Oct 2026.
