Downtown Miami Travel Guide

Miami

Downtown Miami
Downtown Miami
Downtown Miami
Downtown Miami
Downtown Miami

There’s always something fun and interesting happening in the Sunshine State’s busiest city centre, from shows and shopping to history and art.

Just minutes from the beach and not far from Little Havana, Downtown Miami is an attraction unto itself. This is where Miami’s exuberance is on display, both in the skyscrapers dotted between traditional architecture and in the huge stadiums and convention centres that promise a good time to all who come. Get away from the sun for a while to see Miami as a world city, full of exciting entertainment.

Start at one of Miami’s most-visited tourist destinations, the open-air shopping mall of the Bayside Marketplace, for shopping and seaside wining and dining. Watch a musical event or Miami Heat basketball game at the American Airlines Arena or see a blockbuster concert at the James L. Knight Centre. Enjoy eclectic dance shows and other performances at the Olympia Theatre and see the spirit of Miami on display in the extensive collections of the Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM).

Take a break on the lawns of Maurice A. Ferre Park or watch the water go lazily by at Bayfront Park. Pay respects to the building that enabled Little Havana to thrive, the Mediterranean Revival masterpiece of the Freedom Tower. See other striking architecture at the Trinity Episcopal Cathedral. At the nearby Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, learn about the natural world. Fit right into the Miami fashion scene by shopping at the Mary Brickell Village, where local boutiques stand beside international brands.

Downtown Miami sprawls over the mainland as well as Dodge Island, the Port of Miami and Virginia Key. Metromover and Metrorail, as well as several bus lines, provide connections between Downtown Miami’s different attractions and to the rest of the city, but private vehicles, taxis and ride share services are generally the best ways to get around. Miami Beach is a 50-minute bus ride or 20-minute drive away. Little Havana borders Downtown Miami, right across the Miami River.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Miami

citizenM Miami Worldcenter

citizenM Miami Worldcenter

4 out of 5
700 NE 2ND AVENUE, Miami, FL
The price is Rp1.527.124 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp1.527.124
Rp1.725.651 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Miami. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,002 reviews)
"was great"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

citizenM Miami Worldcenter
citizenM Miami Brickell

citizenM Miami Brickell

4 out of 5
11 SE 10th Street, Miami, FL
The price is Rp1.765.582 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.765.582
Rp1.995.109 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Miami. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,754 reviews)
"Very nice modern hotel with accessible food options"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

citizenM Miami Brickell
Kimpton EPIC Hotel by IHG

Kimpton EPIC Hotel by IHG

5 out of 5
270 Biscayne Blvd Way, Miami, FL
The price is Rp2.846.299 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
Rp2.846.299
Rp3.950.636 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Miami. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,993 reviews)
"Nothing I didn’t like, I will be back soon."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Kimpton EPIC Hotel by IHG
InterContinental Miami by IHG

InterContinental Miami by IHG

5 out of 5
100 Chopin Plz, Miami, FL
The price is Rp3.061.422 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.061.422
Rp4.100.038 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Miami. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,109 reviews)
"Nice property, close to dining and cruise port."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

InterContinental Miami by IHG
EAST Miami

EAST Miami

5 out of 5
788 Brickell Plaza, Miami, FL
The price is Rp5.020.014 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp5.020.014
Rp6.553.798 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Miami. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,312 reviews)
"Always a pleasure to go back ! Can’t wait for my next trip to Miami"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

EAST Miami
Hyatt Regency Miami

Hyatt Regency Miami

4 out of 5
400 Se 2nd Ave, Miami, FL
The price is Rp2.463.716 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp2.463.716
Rp2.784.000 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Miami. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,932 reviews)
"Discount on first drink. Bottle of water at check in!"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency Miami
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Miami

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Brickell

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Known for its beaches and abundant dining options, there's plenty to explore in Brickell. Top attractions like Brickell City Centre and Brickell Ave Bridge are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Brickell Metromover Station or Financial District Metromover Station to see more of the city.

Brickell
Wynwood Art District featuring outdoor art

Midtown

3/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Midtown
Wynwood Art District featuring outdoor art as well as a small group of people

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.

Wynwood Art District
Little Havana featuring a bar

Little Havana

1/5(1 area review)

Little Havana is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Calle Ocho and LoanDepot Park.

Little Havana
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Coral Way

If you're spending time in Coral Way, check out sights like Calle Ocho or Miracle Mile and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Coconut Grove Station or Vizcaya Station.

Coral Way
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South of Fifth

If you're spending some time in South of Fifth, Collins Avenue Shopping Area and South Pointe Beach are top sights worth seeing.

South of Fifth

Downtown Miami Travel Guide