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Best of South Beach Walking Tour: Top Sights & Hidden Gems

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Miami, USA

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Experience the vice, glamour and secrets Miami Beach is famous for and gain insider tips that will be invaluable throughout the rest of your stay! This fun and dynamic tour blends walking and riding on the local trolley so you experience more sightseeing, architecture, culture, and cuisine. Learn about the fascinating history of Miami Beach and how Jewish elders, Cuban refugees, Hollywood and the mafia shaped this Billion Dollar Sandbar. Visit movie and TV shows filming locations, explore local hangouts unknown to tourists you will love to go back to. Visit Ocean Drive, the Art Deco District, South Pointe Park & Pier, Versace Mansion, South Beach Boardwalk, Espanola Way, Lincoln Road Mall, and set foot inside historic hotels and trendy rooftops in South Beach! We'll even take you inside the oldest bar in Miami Beach frequented by the cast of the TV show Miami Vice back in the '80s. This is the only tour in Miami with professional guides with degrees in Hospitality & Tourism Management.

What's Included

  • Discounts on bike rentals and tours in South Beach with your ticket.
  • Private Tours available. Inquire directly with Sobeach Tours.
  • Enjoy exclusive access to historic hotels, rooftops, and speakeasies.
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    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Esmé Miami Beach, 1438 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA

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    We meet in front of the Esmé Hotel at 1438 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach FL 33139. Our tour starts promptly. Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes before the start time.SAVE BY BOOKING DIRECTLY WITH SOBEACH TOURS.

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    Washington Avenue & 15th Street, Washington Ave & 15th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA

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    What To Expect

    Miami Beach

    Visit top attractions and hidden gems no other tour in Miami will show you.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Art Deco Historic District

    Visit the heart of the Miami Architectural and Art Deco Historic districts and take a deep dive into Art Deco history, architecture and preservation with your dedicated expert guide. Walk along glamorous Ocean Drive seeing the most relevant Art Deco buildings in South Beach with a visit to the interior of several historic hotels and buildings.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Ocean Drive

    Visit the oldest and most famous dive bar in Miami established in 1926 made famous by celebrities, Playboy and Miami Vice.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Collins Avenue

    This tour touches on various subjects including art, history, architecture, art deco, fun facts, pop culture, celebrities, gangsters, local cuisine, and much more. Hear stories about South Beach's legendary nightlife during the late 80s and visit the most famous nightclub of that era.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Espanola Way

    Visit a cobblestone Mediterranean village built in the 1920s frequented by JC Penney and Harvey Firestone turned into a den of vice and crime frequented by bookies, bootleggers and gangsters by the 30s. Enter a clandestine gambling spot and a rooftop.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Lincoln Road

    Visit one of the top attractions in Miami Beach. Take a leisurely stroll along a 1-mile open air pedestrian mall with more than 200 retail stores, cafes, restaurants, bars and cinemas. Hear stories about the pioneers who developed Miami Beach into a world class resort for the rich.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Versace Mansion

    World-famous Ocean Drive is one of the most photographed stretches of Miami Beach. Here we find, nestled among low-rise Art Deco hotels, Villa Casa Casuarina – better known as the Versace Mansion, the former Miami Beach home of fashion designer Gianni Versace. The Versace mansion is the third most photographed house in the United States behind Elvis’ Graceland and the White House. The Mediterranean Revival style palace, lined with the designer’s signature Greek mythology Medusa logo in gold bas relief, has been the subject of fascination for locals and tourists alike on Ocean Drive ever since Gianni Versace’s untimely murder on its front steps in 1997 at age 50.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    South Pointe Park

    South Pointe Park is a vibrant green space at the southern tip of Miami Beach, offering stunning views of the South Beach shoreline, Port of Miami’s cruise ships, and Downtown Miami’s skyline. You might get lucky and spot the Icon of the Seas, the largest cruise ship in the world, docked at the Port of Miami's Dodge Island. For photo-worthy views, take a stroll along the 20-foot wide promenade and see Fisher Island across the water as yachts pass by, then continue on to South Pointe Pier.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Mango's Tropical Cafe

    Mango's Tropical Cafe in South Beach is the ultimate hotspot for dining, dancing, and entertainment in Miami. With a lively atmosphere that keeps the party going until 5 AM every night, guests can enjoy a Latin Cabaret Revue show, sip on delicious mojitos while learning salsa, and groove to the beats of live music in the #1 nightclub in South Beach. Mango’s became one of the world’s most famous nightclubs in the 90s and is regularly frequented by celebrities such as Will Smith, George Clooney, Robert De Niro, Tiger Woods, Gloria Estefan, Marc Anthony and Andy Garcia.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Art Deco Museum

    The Art Deco Visitor Information Center is your go-to spot for all things Miami Beach vacation planning. Located in the lobby of the Art Deco Welcome Center in the heart of the Art Deco Historic Disctrict at 10th Street and Ocean Drive, this friendly concierge hub offers assistance with things to do, places to eat, attractions, tours, and adventures to make your trip a breeze. Stop by for info, maps, brochures, and event guides – no admission fee required! The Center also houses the Official Art Deco Museum and the Art Deco Gift Shop filled with original Art Deco posters, t-shirts, books, cards, vintage items, jewelry, memorabilia, and one-of-a-kind art.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Scarface Hotel

    The Scarface Hotel, located at 728 Ocean Drive in Miami Beach, Florida, is where the infamous chainsaw scene from the 1983 crime drama film took place. In the movie, Tony Montana and his crew visit the Sunray Motel to buy drugs from a Colombian gang, only to find themselves in a deadly setup. The hotel is now home to a CVS store, but back in the day, it was a Johnny Rockets joint. So, if you're ever strolling down Ocean Drive, keep an eye out for this iconic filming location!
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Mac's Club Deuce

    One of the few remaining dive bars in Miami Beach (and one of the oldest), Mac's Club Deuce is the seaside town's definitive spot to drink, feed the jukebox, and shoot pool. Not much has changed inside this legendary establishment which opened in 1926.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Palace Bar & Restaurant

    Grab your camera and head over to a Drag Queen show. The Palace is the most famous LGBTQ bar in Miami since 1988! Located on Ocean Drive, it's a popular destination for locals and tourists looking to enjoy a fun night out. The colorful décor and friendly staff add to the overall experience, making it a must-visit for anyone wanting to soak up the energetic vibe of South Beach.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy?

    A: The Best of South Beach Walking Tour: Top Sights & Hidden Gems has a Free Cancellation policy. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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