Miami · MIAMI ART DECO & ARCHITECTURE TOURS
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Pastel hotels, nautical details and tropical modernism give Miami Beach its visual language. These tours differ in historical depth, route, access and whether the focus stays on Art Deco.
Walk the Miami Beach Art Deco Historic District with an official guide, visit the Art Deco Museum, and step into hotel lobbies.
“Howard did a great job introducing us to this interesting period of time and the art deco movement. I learned a lot and enjoyed the city’s history.”
2 hours of guided South Beach Art Deco, from Wolfsonian-FIU to Ocean Drive, with hotel-lobby stops, fun history, and easy orientation.
“James was our tour guide this morning and he was fantastic! Lots of knowledge and he made it very interesting. I would have never known the significance of all of the diamond patterns on the floors. Loved learning about this great area from James.”
5 PM South Beach walk with street-food tastings and Art Deco stops. Small group, about 2.5 hours, $69.
“Had a great time on Faruk's tour. He's incredibly knowledgeable, tells great stories, and the food was excellent. He even made sure there were vegetarian options available for me at each restaurant. We had so much fun, would highly recommend to anyone in the area.”
2-hour Art Deco bike tour of South Beach. Ride 5 miles, visit Versace Mansion, South Pointe Pier, and Botanical Gardens.
“This is an excellent activity to get to know Miami Beach in a relatively short amount of time. We biked through interesting areas that would otherwise be hard to get to, and saw very interesting buildings that would otherwise go unnoticed. Our guide, Jasmine, gave us great information about the different historical architecture of the areas. She was very nice and was always watching out for us in case of any biking problems. She always warned us of any dangerous areas, maintained the bike drive friendly for beginners, and showed us the best things the city has to offer, along with stops for food, water and bathrooms. The bikes were…”
A small-group Art Deco walk in Miami Beach with 3 cocktails, lobby access, and smart stories from a local guide.
“James was an excellent guide. The art deco tour was our favorite activity — we learned lots about the history and architecture of South Beach, and the cocktails were delicious. Thank you!”
A 2.5-hour Miami Beach walk of Art Deco and neon streets, with film facts, true crime, and behind-the-scenes access for $49.
“Damian was a truly fantastic tour guide. My family and I took this tour with him while visiting Miami for the holidays, and his depth of knowledge and familiarity with the South Beach scene and history was astounding. He knew so much about Art Deco, the Versace murder and Florida history. We've been coming to Miami every Christmas for decades, but still learned a ton and got a lot of insight we didn't have before. For over 2 hours he guided us through the neighborhood, answering all our questions. I would 1000% recommend this walking tour to anyone who wants to learn more about local history, architecture, and culture!”
Cruise Miami Beach on a Segway through the Art Deco district, Ocean Drive sights, Bass Museum, the Holocaust Memorial, and Lincoln Road.
“Too much trafic on the roads but otherwise nice tour through south beach. A pitty we didn't get to see south point. Ask for Carolina as guide.”
Art Deco and history walking tour on Miami Beach with hotel-lobby access and film and crime stories. About 2.5 hours for $49.
“A great introduction to the Art Deco style of South Beach. Tour guide Damian is superb. He is an artist himself and a member of the local preservation society. You will leave better understanding the significance of the design elements of the art deco style. Damian also is very knowledgeable about culture and history. He also prepares a pocket sized map guide to key attractions in the area. It was very hot when we did the tour but the guide was considerate to bring us indoors and also provide cold water. I left with a greater appreciation for preservation.”
Taste classic South Beach bites at five spots while your guide strings together Art Deco landmarks, Ocean Drive icons, and photo stops.
“Just arriving in South Beach it was a great way to discover the area! Noel was a great tour guide! I learned so much about the area his exuberant personality made it so much fun! The food stops were delicious and I didn't leave hungry! Extremely pleased with this tour!”
Pedal Miami Beach Art Deco with Damien, from Ocean Drive to Flamingo Park, plus film-set stories and semi-public hotel lobby access.
“This is a unique tour lead by a knowledgable guide. E-scooter is the way to travel in south beach. Damian came prepared with historic facts of each building. Time fly by on this tour. Looking back it's the highlight of our time in Miami!”
Bike Miami Beach for 2.5 hours with Damien, a local historian, covering Art Deco icons, coastal views, and film locations.
“Very cool! , I came here for few days and did many different activities to enjoy Miami as much as I can. I wanted to explore but did not know how or by where to begin. Damian knows well the areas and also shared with us some fun and incredible historical acnedote at some spots. That was an amazing ride I recommend that activity!”
Small-group Miami Art Deco tour with Ocean Drive rooftops, Versace Mansion, movie stops and a museum. Admissions included, 2.5 hours.
“I very much enjoyed the Art Deco tour of Miami Beach. The guide, Paola, was great. Very knowledgeable and I could tell she truly cared about the historic preservation of the city. This was a lovely way to spend a morning and learn about the architecture of the city. Paola showed us details on the buildings that I wouldn’t have otherwise noticed. Definitely recommend for architecture and history buffs!”
Miami South Beach Art Deco private walking tour (2 hours) with a guide. See Wolfsonian, Washington Ave, Ocean Drive and Collins Ave.
“Great tour — James was very informative and entertaining! Recommend pairing with a visit to the Wolfsonian.”
Small-group, 75-minute guided walk through Miami Design District with photo stops and a private garden cafe finish. English. $50.
“Good knowledge , pace and attention Lots to see and absorb treat at the “high end” cafe .. Energy of the area was fun and upbeat”
Art Deco meets true crime on a 150-minute Miami Beach walk, with lobby access, film-location stories, and a local historian guide.
“Absolutely fantastic tour with Damian - full of brilliant information and delivered with the benefit of truly in-depth knowledge and passion. We left feeling enlightened and educated. Worth every penny,”
