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Must See Miami Art Deco Walking Tour: Art Deco Gems & Jewels

42 Reviews5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 42 reviews collected by Cool Everglades and TripAdvisor | Miami, USA

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2 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

Revel in a small-group walk through the most beautiful and culturally significant examples of Art Deco architecture in Miami Beach and enjoy exclusive access to the interiors of historic hotels for a much more memorable experience! Get an in-depth intro to Miami Beach history, architecture, art and culture found within the Miami Beach Architectural and Art Deco Historic District of South Beach. You will be amazed to discover the brief but intense history of the city that in just 100 years transformed from a Jungle on a Sandbar to what we call today the Billion Dollar Sandbar. Dotted with dreams of coconut plantations to aspirations of exclusive beach resorts, filled with hurricanes and mobsters, Jewish elders, Cuban refugees and drug dealers, Versace, Miami Vice, Scarface and Frank Sinatra, top models and celebrities, you'll discover the glamour, vice and secrets of Miami Beach. This is the only tour in Miami with professional guides with degrees in Travel and Hospitality Management.

What's Included

  • Get to know Hollywood film locations that made Miami famous including Miami Vice and Scarface.
  • Discounts on bike rentals and tours in South Beach with your ticket.
  • Our small group tours allow for a more personalized, intimate and tailored experience.
  • Gratuities (Optional)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

1052 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA

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End point

Art Deco Gift Shop, 1001 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA

Start Time • 10:00 AM

What To Expect

Art Deco Historic District

Since we focus on small groups, we are able to take visitors to places where larger groups can’t access. Explore the heart of the Miami Art Deco historic district, including visits to the interior of Art Deco hotels, glamorous Ocean Drive with its neon signs, landmark architecture, celebrity homes, including the Versace mansion, movie and music video locations, restaurants, diners, rooftops and museums.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ocean Drive

We take you to the rooftop of Art Deco historic hotels to enjoy panoramic views of South Beach, the ocean, landmark architecture and the Versace Mansion's rooftop observatory.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Versace Mansion

Visit the former Versace Mansion in Miami Beach and learn about the role the show Miami Vice and designer Gianni Versace had in revitalizing South Beach and bringing it to its former glamour. Hear stories of celebrities, lavish parties and murder.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palace Bar & Restaurant

Visit the most popular gay bar in Miami Beach famous for its Drag Queen shows and performances. See the Rainbow Crosswalk and hear stories on how the rainbow colors saved the Art Deco hotels from demolition.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Carlyle Cafe

Delve deep into Art Deco history and architecture and visit the interior of Art Deco hotels and movie locations such as the Birdcage, Something about Mary, Any Given Sunday, Scarface, and Frank Sinatra's movie, A Hole in the Head.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

11th Street Diner

Go inside the most famous retro railway dining car in South Beach featured in a popular television show and check out photos of celebrities who visited the diner.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Essex House Hotel

Visit the interior of buildings where Al Capone held his nightly clandestine gambling operations, enjoy 1930s original art deco architectural details, murals and recognize clues on the floors.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Wolfsonian - Florida International University

Go inside a museum built in 1927, originally built as a warehouse to store illegal gambling paraphernalia during prohibition. Hear stories of celebrities, mobsters, clandestine gambling, vice and secrets of Miami Beach.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Miami Beach

Visit top attractions and hidden gems scattered throghout Miami Beach, meet cool locals, see how they live, learn about local culture and cuisine, and hear tips on other tours, activities, and dining recommendations.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

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Activity code: C-350867P1

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