6 Walking Tours in Miami Beach to Build a Day Around

1.South Beach Cultural Food and Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,284 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75Our pick

Walk South Beach with guides such as Dany, Helena, or Orlando, stopping for generous tastings ranging from empanadas and ceviche to tacos, churros, and Cuban coffee. Along the way, learn how Miami’s Latin, European, and Caribbean cultures shaped the Art Deco district, Ocean Drive, and local food scene.

“Helena did an amazing job, but I don't recommend this tour. The cost & the quantity of food does not cover the cost. Basically this tour was overpriced.”

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2.Miami South Beach Art Deco Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,039 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Walk South Beach with a local guide and learn how a tropical swamp became Miami’s Art Deco capital. You’ll enter historic hotel lobbies, spot details such as diamond-pattern floors, hear stories about Hollywood, mob life, and Versace, and finish near Collins Avenue. Guides may include James Cubby, Janinha, or Jason.

“James was our tour guide this morning and he was fantastic! Lots of knowledge and he made it very interesting. I would have never known the significance of all of the diamond patterns on the floors. Loved learning about this great area from James.”

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3.Miami Beach Food and Art Deco Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 245 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Spend 2.5 hours walking South Beach with a local guide such as Faruk or Jennifer, sampling food at five independent restaurants and exploring Lincoln Road, Española Way, Ocean Drive, and famous Art Deco buildings. Expect a filling evening, not just a few token bites.

“Great fun with Fouruk. He was so nice and engaging He had great knowledge and was not too slow in going from place to place”

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4.Award-winning Art Deco & Neon Lights Walking Tour in Miami Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 150 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $49Best value

Walk Ocean Drive, Collins Avenue, and the Cardozo Bar & Grill with local historian and preservationist Damian. Expect Art Deco details, Miami Vice and Scarface film facts, true crime stories, hotel lobby access, and a personal guide map.

“Damian was a truly fantastic tour guide. My family and I took this tour with him while visiting Miami for the holidays, and his depth of knowledge and familiarity with the South Beach scene and history was astounding. He knew so much about Art Deco, the Versace murder and Florida history. We've been coming to Miami every Christmas for decades, but still learned a ton and got a lot of insight we didn't have before. For over 2 hours he guided us through the neighborhood, answering all our questions. I would 1000% recommend this walking tour to anyone who wants to learn more about local history, architecture, and culture!”

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5.Award-winning Art Deco & History Walking Tour in Miami Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $49

Walk South Beach with Damian, a local historian and preservationist, for Art Deco buildings, hotel lobbies, crime stories, and film locations tied to Miami Vice, Scarface, and The Birdcage. The leisurely route includes Ocean Drive, Collins Avenue, Washington Avenue, Muscle Beach, and a useful pocket map.

“The guide was very friendly and had an In-depth knowledge of art deco buildings. We enjoyed visiting various hotel lobbies as part of the tour.”

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6.Donuts, Pastelitos & Patisseries: South Beach Sweets Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Start with Italian pastries at De Lucia Bakery, then sample donuts and gelato before strolling Ocean Drive. Continue to Rosetta Bakery and finish with churros at Naked Taco. Guides such as Johanna, Kenneth, Emely, and Lizzy add local history and personal insight. Expect about two miles of walking.

“Fantastic and fun tour! Emely was an amazing guide. Friendly and knowledgeable about the donuts and the area. It was interesting to learn about Ocean Drive’s history while walking between bakeries. Perfect amount of donuts without getting too much of a sugar overload. And they were all delicious. I’m going to be looking for this tour whenever I travel to a big city! Highly recommend.”

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