Wynwood Walls is an outdoor museum dedicated to urban graffiti, an art form that has been growing in popularity in recent years. Official tours provide a closer look at the artists that have made this art legendary. The GGA Gallery, in particular, highlights over 100 of the artists that have made street art famous.

The walls where you can see the art come from six buildings, creating a huge canvas. Some of the artists with work highlighted here are known throughout the world. Some of these artists include Aiko, of “Women on the Walls Project” fame, Maya Hayuk, who has received acclaim for her mandalas, space paintings, and Ukrainian art, and Lady Pink, who has been on the urban art scene since 1979.

If you've worked up an appetite while touring these exhibits, there are great restaurants there to satisfy any need. There are also shops providing curated prints, books, and gift items.

Why You Should Visit:
Lots of colorful artwork, art galleries, great restaurants and micro-breweries in the area! You can take a guided tour, but just wandering is an ideal way to spend time there.

Tip:
Allow yourself a good 2.5-3 hours to fully explore and admire the area.

Sanguich de Miami on Calle Ocho, arguably Miami’s top destination for Cuban sandwich, is a quaint counter-service restaurant that has been on Florida’s culinary scene since 2017 offering a choice of classic Cuban sandwiches and made-to-order batidos (Cuban milkshakes).

Initially housed in a shipping container in Little Havana, the now 750-square-foot restaurant boasts its own ventanita along with indoor seating for 25 people. Inspired by Cuba’s early 1900s Spanish architecture, the venue features brass trimmings with floating tables inlaid with brass and quartz, Cuban tiles throughout and the decorative walls adorned with reeded molding.

All ingredients at Sanguich de Miami, from cured ham and brined pork to artisanal mustard and fresh pickles, are prepped and cooked in-house. The crusty Cuban bread is the only item they take from outside, but it is also made specifically to Sanguich's own recipe in a Homestead bakery.

The local menu has been unchanged since day one, offering a lineup of six sanguiches (sandwiches) including the “Cubano,” pan con lechon, and pan con croqueta, along with plantain fries served with up to five variations of mojo sauce, as well as Cuban nachos, and a rotating selection of seven “batidos” with flavors like trigo, mamey, banana, guava and cream cheese. Among the house highlights are medianoches, pan con bistec (made with slow cooked and thinly sliced top round steak, mojo rojo, and fried string potatoes with fontina cheese on Cuban bread), croqueta preparadas, and cream cheese-filled Elena Ruzes.

Why You Should Visit:
The best Cubano (classic Cuban sandwich) in Miami resides here.

The Miami sun can be pretty brutal at times, and ice cream is probably one of the best ways to cool yourself down. And when the call of your sweet tooth proves too strong for taking in the sights and sounds of Little Havana, take a stroll down Calle Ocho to quell it at Azucar Ice Cream Company. This parlor is a serious ode to the neighborhood and is Little Havana's—and arguably Miami's too—most famous outlet for ice cream. Distinctly marked on the outside by a massive plastic ice cream cone facade, you can’t miss it.

Azucar serves more than 100 signature and classic flavors – from chocolate to passion fruit to mamey. Their Mantecado (Cuban vanilla) ice cream is almost custardy and ultra-silky, but it is Abuela Maria, the trademarked flan ice cream concoction with heaps of Cuban rum, crispy galletas, vanilla base mixed with guava and cream cheese, that really takes the cake.

Why You Should Visit:
With a rotating board of fresh ice creams made daily, Azucar is an ultimate spot in Little Havana to go and treat yourself to all sorts of irresistible, only-in-Miami ice cream flavors, especially if you're on board with their use of cinnamon.

The Miami Riverwalk is a promenade along the Miami River and Biscayne Bay. The Riverwalk starts at Bayfront Park and ends at US Highway 41. It offers stunning views and a quiet stroll in downtown Miami.

Views of the river include a steady stream of yachts. This is particularly true on the weekend. However, it's not just the water that makes the promenade worth a visit. There are plenty of things to see and do on land as well.

Tourists will see the Liberty Column, the Seafair Mega Yacht, and numerous open-air art installations. The beginning of the walk, at Bayfront Park, features a stunning view of the Skyviews Miami Observation Wheel. The walk is safest during the day, but the lights of Miami reflected on the water are beautiful at night.

The Riverwalk is the location of the Miami Riverwalk Festival held each November. It is a free, multicultural activity with entertainment, a children's festival, a boat parade, and food competitions.

Bayfront Park is a large green space in downtown Miami sprawled near the financial district and the American Airlines Arena. The park is located on Biscayne Bay and is the venue of many commemorative events.

Bayfront covers an area of 32 acres and was established after the city of Miami acquired a strip of waterfront land from the Florida East Coast Railway. The first designs were made by architect Warren Henry Manning and the park was opened to the public in 1925. In 1980, it was extensively remodeled by the Japanese American modernist artist and landscape architect, Isamu Noguchi.

The park received extentive national attention following the assassination of Chicago Mayor Anton Cermak on February 15, 1933. Cermak was shot and mortally wounded while shaking hands with President-elect Franklin D. Roosevelt in front of Bayfront Park by assassin Giuseppe Zangara. Cermak died 19 days later. A serious debate has ensued as to whether Zangara had been actually trying to assassinate Roosevelt instead, however no firm evidence has been found to prove this theory.

Bayfront Park is now managed by the Bayfront Park Management Trust. It is the venue of many important celebrations like the Independence Day Celebrations and the Official New Years Eve party.

Why You Should Visit:
The closeness of water, enhanced by the latest extension to the Miami River, makes this place very special.
The area allows visitors to enjoy beautiful downtown skyline and bay views. Live music in the amphitheater and the always friendly mood makes it particularly inviting.

Tip:
Check online schedule for the many activities that are always happening in this park.

Lincoln Road, the popular name for Lincoln Road Mall, is a pedestrian walk in Miami, located between Washington Avenue and Alton Road.

Lincoln Road was developed by real estate magnate, Carl Fisher, as Miami’s equivalent to Fifth Avenue in New York. Back in the 1920s and 30s, it was the most fashionable shopping street in the South. The area suffered neglect after World War II. In 1960, architect Morris Lapidus was commissioned by Miami Beach to rejuvenate Lincoln Road and thus the present mall was created. When opened to the public, it was one of the first outdoor pedestrian walkways in the country. Lincoln Road Mall was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2011.

Today, the past glory of Lincoln Road has returned, featuring some of the best shopping and restaurants in Miami. The abundance of Art Deco and Mediterranean architecture is lavishly complemented by green spaces and water gardens to enhance the appearance of the mall. The local amenities include a multiplex cinema hall, a concert hall for the New World Symphony Orchestra and the 1111, Lincoln Road, parking installation designed by the Swiss design firm, Herzog and De Mueron. Visitors can also enjoy performances by street musicians while shopping or eating at one of Lincoln Road’s numerous cafes or restaurants.

Why You Should Visit:
This place is like an open-air mall. Part of it is closed off to traffic. Dining outside is plentiful.
Tours can be booked for many sites and attractions. The beach is nearby.
Even dogs are welcome to dine with you and are given water by the waiters.

The Lincoln Road Farmers' Market in Miami, Florida is not just any ordinary farmers' market. It is a vibrant, bustling marketplace that reflects the unique cultural and culinary diversity of Miami.

Every Sunday morning, local farmers, artisans, and chefs come together to sell their wares and showcase the bounty of South Florida's farms and fisheries. Shoppers can browse a wide variety of products, from fresh produce and seafood to handmade crafts and gourmet foods.

But the Lincoln Road Farmers' Market is more than just a place to shop. It is a hub of community activity, where locals and visitors alike gather to socialize, listen to live music, and soak up the vibrant energy of the city.

In addition to its wide variety of vendors, the market also offers a number of fun and interesting events throughout the year. These range from cooking demonstrations and tastings to cultural festivals and family-friendly activities.

One particularly unique event at the market is the annual Mango Festival, which celebrates the many varieties of mangoes that grow in South Florida. The festival features cooking demonstrations, live music, and, of course, plenty of delicious mangoes to sample and purchase.

Another popular event at the market is the Dog Days of Summer, which is held in August and features dog-friendly vendors, activities, and treats.

Tucked between the Atlantic and Ocean Drive in the Art Deco Historic District of South Beach, Lummus Park is the mother of all beaches in Miami-Dade. Reveling in all of its quirky pastel glory, over the years, this stretch of sand has been the backdrop for many television and film scenes.

Most of the buildings surrounding the beachfront area predate 1926 and feature a range of styles, including Mediterranean revival, vernacular frame and masonry. The simple frame and masonry styles came about due to the warm subtropical climate of the city, while the Mediterranean Revival was inspired by Southern European architecture. Somewhat contrasting these are the old Scottish Rite Temple and the Trinity CME Church.

A good number of structures within the area are of historic importance and date back to the days of the Pioneers. In particular, two important landmarks were shifted here in a bid to prevent their demolition, namely: Fort Dallas – the earliest example of a native limestone architecture – a memorial to the military history of Miami; and the other landmark – William Wagner House – built between 1855 and 1858 by a well-known pioneer citizen, who also established the first church in Miami Dade County. This house is the oldest braced frame and masonry Pioneer house in Miami.

One of the first recreational spaces in the city, established in 1909, Lummus Park is fitted with public restrooms and paved promenade for cycling, walking and jogging. But its main amenity, undoubtedly, is the beach itself with clear turquoise water and tall beautiful palm trees. With Brazilian bikinis and fluorescent tans dotting the place as far as the eye can see, you may tire your neck from spinning around doing a double-take at colorful locals. Right in front of the beach entrance there is a mini playground for kids aged 2 to 5, in case they are not tired enough playing in the water all day, plus beach volleyball and basketball courts. And once you've soaked up all of the sun you can possibly fit into one day, you may wish to explore the abundance of shopping, restaurants, bars and sidewalk cafes lining Ocean Drive just a walking distance away.

Why You Should Visit:
The all-encompassing South Beach experience. A combination of retro buildings, palm tree-lined streets and cerulean water makes it a location for that postcard-perfect shot. Always crowded, it is ideal for people watching, too, or just for sitting and feeling the ocean breeze.
Also great for a boardwalk stroll, working out, running, surfing, or cycling with rental bikes.
The gay beach at 12th Street is the everlasting heartbeat of Lummus Park.

Steeped in tradition and reputed as South Florida’s most famous restaurant, the legendary Joe’s Stone Crab has been around since 1913. It started off as a small lunch counter (seven/eight tables) set up on the front porch of the house overlooking the beach, before Miami Beach was even a city.

Initially, they served snapper, pompano, mackerel, and some meat dishes, and it wasn't until 1921 that the stone crabs came into play. Prior to that, no one even knew that this local crustacean was edible. The bay was full of them, so when they started serving the crabs chilled and cracked with hash brown potatoes, cole slaw, and mayonnaise, they were an instant success.

Right from its inception, the place established itself as an iconic part of Miami’s culinary landscape, delivering the now famous seasonal stone crabs with a “secret” garlic sauce. Complemented by dedication of Joe’s owners and top-notch staff, some of whom have worked here for decades, the place ensures a welcoming, warm atmosphere that has kept locals, tourists, and celebrities alike coming back again and again in their numbers.

In fact, anyone who is well known and ever set foot in Miami Beach, regardless of where they come from, would stop in at Joe's. The list of Joe's guests, several of whom became lifelong close friends, forms a veritable Who's Who of the 20th century. Among them are the likes of The Duke and Duchess of Windsor, and J. Edgar Hoover. Al Capone, too, under the alias of Al Brown, used to come here regularly, whilst in town.

Joe’s is currently owned and run by the 3rd and 4th generations of the original family. The restaurant has its own fisheries, full-time butcher and commitment to consistent, premium ingredients, ensuring all their dishes are prepared and served with the utmost in quality and freshness. In order to get in, you might have to wait a bit, but rest assured that it is well worth your while.