Must See South Beach Walking Tour

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.

City: Miami

Sun 08 Mar

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Starting at $48.00

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Sun 08 Mar

Starting at $48.00

Make a reservation

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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.

Enjoy exclusive access to places where larger groups can't access.

Private Tours available. Inquire directly with Sobeach Tours.

Free admission to the Art Deco Museum with your ticket.

Small group walking tour with local expert guides with advanced degrees in tourism & hospitality.

Additional Info

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

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.

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.

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.

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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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (49)

Sara R

Jan 2025

Our walking tour with Paola exceeded our expectations in every way. Paola is very knowledgeable and engaging, and her tour was perfectly paced and encompassed many aspects of South Beach history, architecture, and culture. We had a wonderful time!

224luanneb

Jan 2025

This tour is fun & informative - changes your whole perspective on the art deco buildings throughout Miami Beach & Miami and seeing there’s 800 of them it’s quite important to know what they are & why they’re there.

203MarkL203

Jan 2025

The tour was amazingly good and worth every penny! Paola is incredibly knowledgeable about Miami Beach, it's history and especially it's art deco heritage, and clearly loves to share her knowledge with others. The tour exceeded expectations and included access inside several of the interesting buildings. If you're visiting Miami Beach for the first time, I would recommend taking this tour early on: you will learn so much that will enhance the rest of your visit.