Miami · WALKING TOURS
Every trip has one free morning too few. These 15 walking tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Walk less than half a mile through Little Havana with guides such as Toni, Orlando, Mariela, or Ariel. Taste empanadas, guava pastries, Cuban coffee, flan ice cream, plantain cups, juice, and a rum cocktail while visiting Domino Park, cigar makers, artists, and Calle Ocho landmarks.
“Great food, great history of the area. Toni is a denizen of the area, so her history is both deep and personal.”
Walk Ocean Drive and the Art Deco Historic District with guides such as Julie, Rick, Howard, Franzi, and Damian. Expect architecture, local history, preservation stories, selected hotel lobbies, and free Art Deco Museum entry. The route is easy but sunny, with plenty of standing.
“What a tour! Very informative and a lot of fun. Our Guide was very knowledgeable and provide a chronological history about the South Beach architectural past and present. It took one and a half hour to complete the tour; however, everybody was very involved. As a bonus, the ticket included the admission to the South Beach Museum.”
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.”
Meet outside the Tower Theater for a 2.5-hour food walk along Calle Ocho. Guides such as Bianca, Mariela, Toni, Ariel, and Orlando lead you to family-run eateries for Cuban dishes, coffee, guarapo, and a mojito, with cigar rolling and street art along the way.
“Fun, informative with a variety of activities and topics”
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.”
Walk Calle Ocho with guides such as Danny, Daniel, or Farouk, stopping at family-run food spots for Cuban coffee, mojito, ropa vieja, pastries, empanadas, and more. You’ll also see Domino Park, Cuban Memorial Park, cigar rollers, murals, galleries, and the Bay of Pigs Museum.
“It was an enjoyable, entertaining, and educational experience. Daniel made the outing easy and fun. The food was great.”
Spend about three hours walking Little Havana, beginning at the Bay of Pigs Memorial and ending near SW 15th Avenue. Guides such as Kayan, Luis, Danny, and Maria Kali bring Cuban history and personal stories to the route, with Cuban sandwiches, ropa vieja, pastries, croquetas, coffee, and optional drinks along the way.
“There was just toi much talking and not enough eating or drinking. We spent the first part of tour HEAVILY digging into the history, but it was a cultural food tour. By the time I had actually eaten Cuban food I was ready to check out. The drinks were also ridiculously watered down. The least I expected was one good mojito. Could have driven here and had a better experience in my own.”
Ride from Miami or Fort Lauderdale in a small Sprinter-style vehicle, walk through an Everglades hardwood hammock, then search for alligators by airboat. Guides such as Mitch, Lindsey, Ryan, and Armando bring the plants, wildlife, and Miccosukee culture to life. Snacks, drinks, binoculars, and park entry are included.
“The everglades Tour was amazing!! I can 100% recommend it. We took a great walk and a nice ride on the airboat. We learned a lot about the animals, plants & the indian live. It is very nature & animal friendly as well. Our Tourguide Mitch was fantastic! Great guy. He took very good care of us, showed us everything and explained us a lot. The Tour is 100% like they write it in the description! I would definitely do it again.”
Walk about one mile through Little Havana with a local guide such as Ariel, Maria, Chris, or Bobbi. Expect Cuban sandwiches, empanadas, croquettes, pastries, coffee, sugarcane juice, cigar rolling, dominoes, music, history, and vintage cars. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, but gluten-free choices are very limited.
“The walking tour was very enjoyable and informative. The tour guides were incredibly accommodating and patient, making the experience feel relaxed and welcoming. We learned a lot about the culture and history of Little Havana, and the drinks along the way were a nice bonus. Highly recommend this tour if you want an authentic and engaging experience!”
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”
Walk about nine blocks of Calle Ocho with a multilingual guide such as Noel, Orlando, Hugo, or Raul. Visit the Bay of Pigs Monument, Ball & Chain, Cubaocho, a cigar shop, and Domino Park while enjoying Cuban coffee and other included drinks.
“Excelentísimo …. Fue informativo y entretenido mucha información y súper buena atención nuestra Gia fue excelentemente buena”
Walk Calle Ocho with a local English-speaking guide such as Maria, Ariel, Chris, or Lee. Eat five Cuban specialties, sip coffee and guarapo, watch cigars rolled, visit Domino Park, and enter Rooster Alley for art, cars, and shops.
“The tour was outstanding. Our tour guide, Ariel, was exceptionally personable, highly knowledgeable and answered all questions we had. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to get feel and taste of the Cuban culture.”
Walk Miami’s Little Havana with a small group of up to 15 people, learning about Cuban culture, politics, exile stories, and local shops. Expect Cuban coffee, family-run businesses, guayaberas, cigars, and landmarks such as Domino Park. Guide names vary, with Cesar, Maria, Luis, Hugo, and Danny among the praised hosts.
“We both loved this tour. What really made it was our guide HUGO. He was very informative and answered all our questions.”
In a group of no more than six, ride by boat from Chokoloskee through the Ten Thousand Islands, kayak near mangroves, and walk Barrier Island Beach with a park-certified naturalist and US Coast Guard licensed captain. Guides such as Don, Dan, and Jason share local wildlife and Calusa history.
“What a great day! The guys are knowledgeable, polite, funny and easygoing. We got to experience everything at a nice pace.”
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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