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

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

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $41.00

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Sat 21 Sep

Starting at $41.00

Make a reservation

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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)

cherylb836

Jan 2022

Great tour! Damian clearly appreciates South Beach and it’s history. He is so passionate and knowledgeable, and if there is something he doesn’t know, he will surely find out! We learned about Art Deco design and architecture, pop culture, and SoBe lore. My husband and I and our two young adult “kids” all had fun and enjoyed getting to know Damian and our temporary SoBe neighborhood. Great way to spend a few hours. We highly recommend!

Emilija R

Dec 2021

One of my favorite tours of all time! So many interesting stories. Damian is a great guide! We had lots of fun

Response from Host

Dec 2021

Thank you glad you will take home a piece of paradise with you.

johnfZ5220SF

Dec 2021

My favorite experience of the tour was how Damian explained the history, architecture, and pop culture significance throughout the stroll of Miami Beach along with very compelling unique information and visuals. Damian is a wealth of knowledge. Although I’m a local I left with a lot of amazing information that made me appreciate the cultural richness of Miami Beach. I highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Miami if they are looking to get immersed in the stories and spirit of south beach. Along with seeing beautiful views.

Response from Host

Dec 2021

Thank you John for joining my experiences. Hope you are well and keep learning and exploring.Curiosity is a superpower.