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Miami Beach History, Art Deco, Crime & Scandals Walking Tour

Overview
Did you know that Miami Beach is mostly man-made? And that Biscayne Bay used to be a swamp 2 inches deep? And that Al Capone had an illegal Casino here in South Beach? And that Muhammad Ali became boxing world champion for the first time right here in Miami Beach?

We'll start a tour by heading to the beach where I'll demonstrate you how far the beach has been expanded since late 1970s. The tour is accompanied by hundreds of photos which are displayed on a tablet screen as we go along. Almost every story has photographs, which makes the experience more visceral.

As we walk along I will introduce fascinating history and culture facts about the area, such as Art Deco architecture, the beginnings of Miami Beach and its quick growth in the 1950s and early 60s, the downward spiral of the 70s and early 80s, Mariel Boatlift, cocaine cowboys days, the renaissance influenced by Miami Vice, Gianni Versace mansion and the infamous events surrounding his murder, on top of many other stories.
City: Miami
Sun 22 Dec
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Starting at $41.00
Sun 22 Dec
Starting at $41.00
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What's Included
Guided tour
Additional Info
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (27)
dereksJ4200QB
Nov 2022
Best local walking tour if you want to get to know South Beach's rich history. Trust me this is the best one if you're trying to decide.
T9922AEandreyt
Sep 2022
Brilliant introduction into the history and architecture of Miami Beach. Not to mention passionate and knowledgeable tour guide in Damian.
Kaitlyn_B
Aug 2022
Informative, interesting, and a fun way to see the sights and take in the history of Miami Beach on foot!

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