7 Steps to a Perfect Weekend in Miami

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Miami is a unique city in the world, with countless things to do and several tourist attractions to visit. However, the list is extensive and could be a lot to cover in a single weekend. For this reason, we recommend choosing from a few activities that best suit the objective of your trip.
 
If you are going to travel to this city and wondering what to do, you will soon discover that it is not difficult to find an attraction with which to keep busy during this short stay. Miami is an ideal place to travel, whether as a couple, with family or friends, due to its ability to adapt to the tastes and preferences of everyone involved.
 
1. First things first
 
For those who travel to Miami intending to make the most of their weekend and want to take a general tour of the best places in the city, this is the first step to achieve it.
 
In this always active city, it is impossible to get bored, from large shopping centers, clubs, and bars to tours and excursions: Miami has it all. The first thing is not to get overwhelmed with the number of activities to do and select only some of the most interesting sites to visit that we will mention below.
 
Do you want a weekend of shopping and splurging? Meet the best bars with friends? Is relaxing on the seashore your way of having fun? All of this is possible in Miami.
 
2. Shopping, shopping, and more shopping
 
Many come to Miami with only one intention: to go shopping! Without a doubt, they came to the right place. The city has several shopping malls and centers where it can carry out its mission, as well as offering many unique offers and opportunities for tourists.
 
Two unmissable places to spend a day shopping in Miami are Bayside Marketplace and Lincoln Road, they are open-air shopping centers with more than a hundred stores, restaurants, bars, and cafes. These places attract both locals and countless tourists who visit Miami since they are two very fashionable places to date.
 
3. Miami's nightlife guide
 
After a long day visiting shops and malls, there is nothing like resting in your accommodation and then getting to know one of the pubs or discos that this tireless city has to offer.
 
If it is a trip with friends or as a couple, Miami will be an ideal destination. The festive atmosphere can be found almost anywhere you visit, but we recommend visiting South Beach, Fort Lauderdale, or Coconut Groove for the complete experience. Here you can find the most fashionable nightclubs such as the iconic LIV or E11EVEN or also participate in the pool parties of a hotel.
 
4. Unique tours and experiences
 
We know that not everything is about parties and shopping and that is why we will recommend some of the most outstanding points of interest for those who come to Miami intending to visit the best of the best.
 
Little Havana offers the most typical Cuban atmosphere, with authentic Caribbean-style restaurants and bars. On the other hand, the Art Deco District provides a touch of 1930s nostalgia with its neon lights and colorful buildings. For fans of street art, Wynwood offers several meters of murals and street art with which to pose for a unique photo.
 
5. Miami for the whole family
 
If the idea is to make a small family getaway in Miami, the city will amaze you with the many activities it has to entertain and dazzle all members. Being in Florida, it is very difficult to avoid the temptation to visit one of the most popular parks in the world, yes, we are talking about DisneyWorld Orlando! Both DisneyWorld and Universal Studios are not strictly in Miami, but due to their proximity, they are fully compatible places to visit during this trip.
 
We also recommend visiting the Seaquarium, the Monkey Jungle, or the Miami Zoo to enjoy the best of a family weekend.
 
6. Relax at the beach
 
Did you think we were forgetting the beaches? Of course not, without a doubt they are something impossible to forget while in Miami. We leave this activity for the end since we believe that it is very gratifying, after a weekend of activity, to rest on one of the wonderful beaches such as those found in Lummus Park Beach, Key Biscayne, or South Beach.
 
Florida is a state with a wide extension of coastline and varied beaches with crystal clear water and white sand, each with a different peculiarity to know.
 
7. Museums & art
 
If there is some time left or the weather doesn't help on the weekend you are visiting Miami, luckily the city can offer you different museums and indoor activities for all tastes.
 
In the city, you will find a wide cultural offer with a variety for those who are passionate about art and extravagant objects. Some of the must-see museums are the Science Museum, the Vizcara Museum & Gardens, Miami Auto Museum, Miami Children's Museum, or Perez Art Museum Miami with its impressive views.