El Portal Travel Guide
Miami
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Popular places to visit
Port of Miami
Explore the waterfront in Miami Beach with a trip to Port of Miami. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Ocean Drive
Miami’s famous strip is not only a gathering point for partiers but well worth the visit for lovers of 1920s art deco architecture.
Hard Rock Stadium
Catch an event at Hard Rock Stadium during your trip to Miami Gardens. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Dolphin Mall
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Dolphin Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Miami. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
Fontainebleau
After visiting Fontainebleau, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Miami Beach. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Aventura Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Aventura Mall, a popular shopping spot in Aventura. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Things to do
Miami Millionaires Sightseeing Cruise
Everglades Airboat Safari Adventure with Transportation
Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami
Day trip to Paradise from Miami: Key West Tour with Snorkeling, Open bar
Miami Big Bus Panoramic Night Tour
Miami Sunset and City Lights Cocktail Cruise
Top hotels in El Portal
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
No. There was no shuttle
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Good hotel, but they charge a kot more than the stay, and till now not sorred out, they charged me above 4,000 usd for a 2500 usd stay !
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel Miami Airport
Had dining credit for dinner. Was told the restaurant was closed. Also our room keys were deprogrammed an hour and 15 minutes prior to check out. The staff was annoyed when we asked for help into our room.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach
spa not that clean
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Park Central South Beach
We had a partial ocean view
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
After reading the mixed reviews of this property, we were a little apprehensive of what we were going to find. The lobby/front desk area was clean, check-in easy, but my concern here was a music/dance video being played loudly on a large flat screen tv that was totally inappropriate for the children ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Portal
Midtown
Art galleries, beaches and shopping are just a few things travellers enjoy about Midtown. Check out Wynwood Walls or The Shops at Midtown Miami while you're exploring the area.
Wynwood Art District
Wynwood Art District is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wynwood Walls and Wynwood Art Walk.
Allapattah
If you're spending time in Allapattah, check out sights like Miami River or 20th Street Shopping District and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Santa Clara Station or Allapattah Station.
North Beach
A noteworthy feature of North Beach is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Ocean Terrace Public Beach and Miami Beach Beaches.
Bayshore
Bayshore is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Miami Beach Golf Club and 41st Street while you're in town.
Mid Beach
Miami Beach Boardwalk and Miami Beach Beaches are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Mid Beach. Travellers also love the stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops.
