Miami’s neighbourhoods are spread out, so group your days by area and use rideshares or the free trolleys in between.
Day 1: South Beach
| Time | Plan |
|---|---|
| Morning | The beach, then an Art Deco walking tour along Ocean Drive. |
| Afternoon | Lincoln Road, the Wolfsonian, and a walk or ride along the boardwalk. |
| Evening | Sunset at South Pointe Park, then dinner and drinks in SoFi or on Ocean Drive. |
Day 2: Wynwood, the Design District and Little Havana
| Time | Plan |
|---|---|
| Morning | The Wynwood Walls and the surrounding murals, then coffee and brunch. |
| Afternoon | The Design District, then Little Havana: Calle Ocho, Domino Park and a cafecito. |
| Evening | Cuban dinner and live music in Little Havana. |
Day 3: Vizcaya, the Grove and the bay
Visit Vizcaya in the morning, then have lunch in Coconut Grove. In the afternoon, take a Biscayne Bay boat tour or go to the beaches of Key Biscayne. Spend the evening at the rooftop bars in Brickell.
Day 4: The Everglades
Take an airboat ride and see alligators, or the Shark Valley tram and bike trail inside the national park. See our Everglades guide.
Day 5: Key West
Drive the Overseas Highway (about 3.5–4 hours each way) or join a bus tour. See Key West from Miami.
Itinerary tips
- Do the outdoor sights in the morning in summer, when afternoon storms are common.
- Rent a car only for the Everglades and Key West days.
- Book the Everglades or Key West tours a few days ahead.
- Choose your base from where to stay in Miami.
For events, opening hours and official visitor information, see Miami and the Beaches, the official visitor site.
More Miami guides
- Miami travel guide
- 20 best things to do in Miami
- Where to stay in Miami
- Everglades day trip from Miami
- Key West day trip from Miami
- Miami Airport to South Beach
- Best time to visit Miami
FAQ: Miami itinerary
Is 3 days in Miami enough?
Yes, for South Beach, Wynwood, Little Havana and Vizcaya (days 1–3 above).
Can I visit Miami before or after a cruise?
Yes. PortMiami is close to Downtown and South Beach. A night or two is perfect for days 1 and 2 of this plan.
Should I do the Everglades or Key West?
The Everglades for wildlife and a short half-day trip, and Key West for a full-day road trip and island vibes.
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