8 days in Miami Itinerary

Florida’s mecca of fun in the sun, the lively tropical metropolis of Miami is one of the world’s top vacation spots.

Visit South Beach and 12th Street Beach for some beach relaxation. Take a break from the city and head to Shark Valley and Gumbo Limbo Trail. Explore Miami's surroundings by going to Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts (WMODA) (in Dania Beach), Anhinga Trail (in Everglades National Park) and Fort Lauderdale (Fort Lauderdale Beach & Bonnet House Museum and Gardens). The adventure continues: admire all the interesting features of Lincoln Road, examine the collection at Henry Morrison Flagler Museum, buy something for everyone on your list at Bayside Marketplace, and admire the masterpieces at Wynwood Walls.

For where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Miami day trip planning website .

If you are flying in from Costa Rica, the closest major airports are Miami International Airport, Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport and Palm Beach International Airport. In May, daytime highs in Miami are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to travel back home.