Welcome to Miami
The cosmopolitan city of Southern Florida
Known as the "Magic City," Miami is one of the largest metropolitan in the US, thanks to its numerous attractions and friendly business environment. This bustling city is known for its trendy nightlife in South Beach, Art Deco districts, remarkable skyline views, and luxury hotels. There are endless shopping opportunities, fun, and professional sporting events in Miami. However, the highlight of this fantastic city is its people. You will find people from all walks of life who make up its ever-growing population, whether it's tourists, students, professionals, or revelers.
What You'll Love
- Incredible weather
- A dynamic party and nightlife scene
- Lots of beaches
- Touristy atmosphere
- Lots of fun actions from the area’s significant number of events and festivals
Local Lifestyle
Miami has a diverse and vibrant culture with strong Latin-American and Caribbean influence. Locals love exploring its numerous attractions, whether it's the city’s dynamic nightlife, various restaurants, white-sand beaches, or thriving modern art scene.
Many locals love gathering at its beaches to cool off from the hot summer sunshine. There are over ten incredible beaches, but
Miami Beach and
South Beach are the most famous ones. Miami Beach is known for its parties and the view of
Star Island, where Miami's richest and most famous live. South Beach is the international beach of Miami and is known for hosting iconic parties. Even though locals love spending time on these beaches, you will find a few at
Crandon Park, which has fewer crowds, the clearest water, and a laid-back atmosphere.
Perhaps the most attractive thing about Miami’s lifestyle is its wide array of events. Miami Swim Week and Miami Film present a creative spirit where different fashions and films are showcased. The Miami Marathon and Half Marathon provide the best opportunity to test your endurance or watch professional athletes take over Miami streets. Of course, one of the most anticipated events of the year is the Miami Open. Locals gather at
Hard Rock Stadium to watch world-renowned tennis players compete.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Miami is a mecca of dining and shopping scenes. Among the wide selection of restaurants, you should try
Sexy Fish Miami, located in the heart of Brickell. It has a surrealist decor with an Asian ocean inspiration. It also has a wide selection of chef director Bjorn Weissgerber's food selection and an impressive wine list.
Gianni's at the Former Versace Mansion is another great place you should try. It has the most delicious Italian fares on South Beach. If you desire a taste of Peruvian dishes, look no further than Ceviche. With locations in South Beach-Lincoln Road, Aventura Mall, and Downtown Miami, you have no reason not to miss chef Juan Chipoco's exquisite crafts.
Miami has seemingly endless shopping opportunities.
Lincoln Road is the most iconic shopping district in Miami. It features unique destination retail stores and a 10-block-long pedestrian mall filled with luxury products. You will find boutiques selling popular brands as well.
The Miami Design District is another great place to do your shopping. You will find all kinds of luxury flagship boutiques for renowned brands like Balenciaga, Prada, and Celine, which are the major draw for visitors here.
Things to Do
Miami's prime location on the Atlantic Ocean and numerous beaches provide a hive of outdoor activities. There are many aquatic activities to enjoy, from surfing, sailing, scuba diving, and snorkeling. If aquatic activities are not your definition of fun, you have various art scenes, nightspots, parks, and festivals to make up for your leisure time. Fascinate in Miami's impressive art scene at
Art Basel in Miami Beach and enjoy a wide range of artists' and collectors' exhibits.
Don't miss Calle Ocho Music Festival or "Carnaval Miami," which brings the Miami Cuban community and all their cultural activities together.