Miami South Beach Art Deco Fully Guided Walking Tour
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
South Beach is one of the most photographed neighbourhoods on earth, but most visitors never get past the surface. This walking tour goes deeper, uncovering the stories behind the Art Deco facades, the landmarks, and the communities that made this district iconic. You'll walk Ocean Drive past buildings designed by Henry Hohauser and L. Murray Dixon, hear how Barbara Capitman rescued these pastel gems from demolition, and stop at the sun-drenched steps of the Versace Mansion, the Wolfsonian–FIU Museum, and a gleaming 1948 diner shipped here from Pennsylvania. Along the way, you have the option to add food and drink stops that bring the neighbourhood's flavours to life: a Summer Sangria, a mystery Secret Dish with a crisp Margarita, a Pastelito de Guava con Queso with a Mojito, and a bold Cuban Sandwich. This food experience is available as a private upgraded option, tailored to your group.
Inclusions
What's included
- Walking Tour
- Pastelitos de Guava (Food Upgrade Exclusive)
- Our Signature Secret Dish! (Food Upgrade Exclusive)
- Cuban Sandwich (Food Upgrade Exclusive)
- Food Upgrade available
What's not
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
We’ll meet here for an introduction to the tour and Art Deco essentials.
Along the way, our expert guides share stories of the Tropical Art Deco style's origins as we pass by iconic sites like The Victor, Dream Hotel, McAlpin, Crescent, and Cavalier. Step into the opulent lobbies of these magnificent hotels and marvel at their beauty.
Stroll through historic Washington Ave to discover many preserved structures like the Sonder Hotel and Taft Hotel.
Witness the lasting influence of Art Deco on Ocean Drive's architecture.
Continue the journey along Collins Avenue, exploring naval-inspired Art Deco designs, including the Victor Hotel. Encounter historical landmarks like the Kent Hotel and The Marlin Hotel, representing the vibrant '70s and '80s Miami Beach vibe.
When you pass by the Versace Mansion, the guide will teach you why it’s a cultural monument in South Beach. But that’s not all! Before the tour guide ends, the guide will provide some more info about the Ocean Drive.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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5James was the best tour guide
James was a fantastic guide! We really loved the tour - it was engaging, informative, and he was full of great information and anecdotes that really made the experience unique. Highly recommend to any travelers. Just make sure to dress for the Miami heat and put on some sunscreen!
5Fantastic tour
We had a great time on this tour and highly recommend to others! We learned a lot and it was engaging and informative throughout. Just make sure you’re dressed for the Miami heat and put sunscreen on before you go!
5Seeing Miami with new eyes
Had an AMAZING tour with Janinha. I didn’t know what to expect but I had high hopes. The tour exceeded my expectations! Our group was the perfect size. Janinha created a warm atmosphere that helped our group to connect so we felt like fellow explorers. I learned so much and am leaving Miami with a deeper admiration for the city. There’s something of interest for everyone on this tour. Wish I had done the tour first as she gave recommendations that were super valuable. Worth every penny and the best 2 hours I’ve spent in a long time. I recommend bringing bottled water and a fan if you tend to get hot.
5We learned so much cool...
We learned so much cool history and saw so many interesting historical art deco buildings in South Beach! Janinha was fantastic!
5Fun tour
James was an amazing guide and we had so much fun learning about Miami history and art deco symbolism!
5Awesome Tour with James!
James was absolutely wonderful! He shared lots of amazing insight, and we felt like we learned so much in such a short time.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We will gather at the front of The Wolfsonian-Florida International University, 1001 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, United States.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Art Deco & Little Havana Tours
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for child aged 5 and under
- Please know traffic is heavy and parking is limited after 12pm on Fridays, weekends and holidays. If you are driving into South Beach please allot additional 45 minutes to enter South Beach and locate parking as some garages may be full and you will need to drive around to locate street parking. ALSO please check traffic advisory on Internet for any traffic delays.
- Tour continues in rain or shine (except for Hurricanes Watches or Warnings). In the event of rain, we keep you indoors most of the time. Be sure to carry an umbrella or rain poncho to walk in between buildings. Statistically, rain showers do not last more than 20 minutes.
How it compares in Miami
- Its from-price is 66% below the median of the 30 food tours we list in Miami.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 3 of 30.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Miami
Sun-drenched and multicultural, Miami mixes Art Deco beaches, Latin rhythms and turquoise water, with the Everglades on its doorstep.
South Beach is the classic image: pastel Art Deco hotels along Ocean Drive, a wide sandy beach and a strip of sidewalk cafés and clubs. The Art Deco Historic District is best explored on foot, and Lincoln Road is a pedestrian mall of shops and restaurants.
Top-ranked sights in Miami: Bayside Marketplace, Little Havana, South Beach.
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