There aren’t many weekends that are as huge as this one. Endless sunshine, pleasant weather all year, one of the best urban beaches on the planet, delectable cuisine, a diverse population, and the gateway to the Caribbean. Here’s how to make the most of your weekend in Miami, from cutting-edge museums to beachside spas.
A Glorious Morning at Wynwood’s Top Artsy Spots
Breakfast delights from Wynwood’s The Salty Donut will get your weekend started right. Explore brioche-style donuts like guava-and-cheese, a creative twist on a classic Miami treat. Getting there from your hotel or your downtown Miami apartments will be easy by car.
Take a picture at The Miami Selfie Museum, one of Miami’s most picturesque places. This museum is notable for its visually spectacular settings.
After that, you must visit Wynwood Walls. Larger-than-life murals will dazzle you at this magnificent outdoor exhibition. More artistic jewels can be found in the neighboring community.
Get a Glimpse of History & Global Cultures
An English cafe with a dreamy atmosphere and an excellent tea party feel, Little Hen, brings you over the pond. Enjoy an omelet or the famous rose-petal pancakes with your afternoon tea.
Proceed with your globe trip to the Little Haiti Cultural Center in Little Haiti for authentic Haitian art. Enjoy delectable Kreyol foods and live Kompa music while immersed in the Afro-Caribbean culture. Then, at the Historic Black Police Precinct Courthouse and Museum, learn about Miami’s past as a Black police officer during the segregation era.
Check Out the Kentucky Derby Watch Party
It’s the most thrilling two minutes in sports. However, Time Out Market wants you to feel fantastic all day. Between 3 pm to 7 pm, head to South Beach for the ultimate Kentucky Derby watch party, complete with drinks and snacks. Experience La Fête Rosé and refreshments from all of your favorite concessionaires, like Chick’N Jones’ hot honey crispy fried chicken, Little Liberty’s delectable burgers, and Necessary Purveyor’s legendary sandwiches. With the buying of the day’s drink special, guests will gain a raffle ticket for an opportunity to secure a hospitality suite package at Gulfstream Park, as well as other prizes. It isn’t a Derby Party without a hat competition, so pack your best millinery.
Take a Walk Down Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue
Miami Beach’s downtown streets might feel like you’re standing inside a lovely, retro flashback, complete with neon signage and pastel details. It’s a sight to behold, and the streets—particularly Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue, but Washington Avenue is also famous—are a blast to walk down, whether on tour or not. If you’re interested in Miami Beach’s history or architecture, you could include an Art Deco tour in your Miami schedule. There is also an Art Deco Museum in this area. However, it appears to be relatively small.
F1 Miami Race Day Watch Party
Time Out Market hosts another huge viewing party to commemorate the world’s fastest race. You can watch the game on a 17-foot HD LED screen while eating food prepared by some of Miami’s greatest chefs and taking advantage of drink deals such as Johnnie Walker and La Fête Rosé. You may capture the moment for Instagram at the replica championship podium, replete with helmet props and a magnum La Fête. You may capture the moment on Instagram.
Take a Trip to South Beach
Spend the majority of your first day in Miami exploring the city’s most well-known attraction, gorgeous South Beach, unquestionably one of the best beaches in the United States. When you go down from the pier, you’ll be at the far southern end of the beach, so take as long as you want to choose a spot to set up and relax for the day.
Don’t forget to grab a shot with some of the beach’s famous Art Deco lifeguard platforms. Also, be aware that South Beach has a considerable seaweed problem, so depending on when you arrive, you may find yourself sharing the sand with a mound of weeds—not it’s a significant deal, though.
Miami’s Nightlife is a Thing to Behold
The Broken Shaker in The Freehand will help you enhance your cocktail skills. Miami is a short distance from the beach. Award-winning drinks and delectable bar snacks are crafted from the restaurant’s on-site garden with fresh ingredients.
Then, in true Miami fashion, dance the night away. Live music, a nightclub, and salsa lessons are available at Mango’s Tropical Café. Head to Pizza Rustica when the night winds down and the munchies set in. The pizzeria is known for serving authentic Roman pizza with dough and sauce produced in-house.
Miami is an excellent year-round tourism location. The North American winter is its peak season, and this is when you’ll find the highest pricing and perfect conditions. Summer is far less desirable because of the extreme heat and humidity and the constant threat of hurricanes.
