5-Day Luxury Itinerary for Miami

  1. Day 1: Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
    20 minutes (9 miles) from Miami International Airport

    Explore the opulent mansion and its 10-acre gardens, an Italian Renaissance-style villa filled with art and antiques. Relax in the intricately designed gardens with fountains and sculptures.

  2. Day 2: South Beach
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Vizcaya Museum and Gardens

    Enjoy the crystal-clear blue waters of the Atlantic and relax in the sun on the white sandy beaches. Explore the Art Deco District and admire the colorful buildings along Ocean Drive. End the day with cocktails by the beach.

  3. Day 3: Little Havana
    20 minutes (6 miles) from South Beach

    Explore the vibrant Cuban culture in Little Havana. Visit the famous Calle Ocho street and enjoy authentic Cuban food, music and art. Take a cigar rolling class or dance the night away at the Ball & Chain nightclub.

  4. Day 4: Everglades National Park
    45 minutes (33 miles) from Little Havana

    Explore the exotic wildlife in the Everglades, a subtropical wetland. Take an airboat tour through the swamps and see alligators, panthers, and other wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in nature.

  5. Day 5: Design District and Wynwood Walls
    25 minutes (7 miles) from Everglades National Park

    Admire the contemporary art scene in the Design District and visit the high-end boutique shops. Head to the Wynwood Walls, a colorful outdoor museum, and appreciate the world-renowned street art. End the night with a food and cocktail crawl through the trendy restaurants and bars.

Time and Cost Estimates:

  • Vizcaya Museum and Gardens (2 hours, $25/person)
  • South Beach (4 hours, free)
  • Little Havana (3 hours, $20/person for cigar rolling class)
  • Everglades National Park (5 hours, $15/person for airboat tour)
  • Design District and Wynwood Walls (3 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $80/person

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, you can also visit the Miami Seaquarium or take a sunset cruise. For a more laid-back atmosphere, head to Key Biscayne and enjoy the beach, bike trails, and nature reserves. If you have less time, skip the Everglades and spend more time exploring the city.

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