Award-winning Art Deco & History Walking Tour

Art Deco and Miami Beach History Walking Tour with Local Historian

This guided walking tour in Miami Beach suits history enthusiasts interested in architecture, true crime, and local culture.

Highlights

• Hosted by a passionate local historian involved in Art Deco preservation
• Explore picturesque spots of Miami Beach
• Learn about the city’s history, which is stranger than fiction
• Discover local architecture styles: Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival, and MiMo
• Hear true crime and scandal stories linked to historic locations

Description

Miami Beach is largely man-made, and Biscayne Bay was once a shallow swamp. Muhammad Ali won his first world boxing championship here.

Your guide is an avid member of the Miami Design Preservation League and a dedicated local historian. This tour offers an in-depth look into Miami Beach’s complex past, covering everything from the Great Depression to issues of segregation and migration.

Walk along iconic South Beach streets, visit interiors and rooftops of Art Deco hotels, and learn about Black history, Jewish heritage, Cuban migration, the cocaine cowboys' era, and notable events like the murder of Gianni Versace. The tour also highlights Miami’s film history with locations from Miami Vice, Scarface, and Birdcage.

This experience provides insights beyond tourist routes, giving you a deeper understanding of Miami Beach’s unique story.

Includes

• Guided tour with a local historian and preservationist
• Behind-the-scenes access to historic hotel lobbies and semi-public spaces
• Visit Hollywood film locations that made Miami famous
• Receive a curated guide map crafted by the tour host

Excludes

• Gratuities

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. Morning tours avoid the afternoon heat. Book in advance to secure your spot.