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About Miami
Miami is two cities in one — the beach-and-nightlife version the world imagines, and the genuinely fascinating Latin American metropolis underneath. South Beach's Art Deco district is best explored on foot in the early morning, before the heat arrives. The Wynwood Walls turned a warehouse district into the world's most photogenic open-air gallery. And Little Havana — particularly Calle Ocho on a Friday night — is a cultural experience that has nothing to do with the beach. Come October to May; summer is brutally hot and the hurricane season adds an element of unpredictability.
Highlights
South Beach Ocean Drive — Art Deco architecture at golden hour Wynwood Walls — 50+ murals from the world's best street artists Little Havana Calle Ocho — Cuban coffee, dominos, and live salsa on Fridays Versailles Restaurant — the Cuban exile institution, open since 1971 Design District — architecture, galleries, and the best people-watching Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park — the quieter beach the locals actually use
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Entry rules depend on your nationality. Check before you travel: U.S. Department of State
US Dollar (USD). Cards are widely accepted, but carry cash for small vendors and tips.
Tipping is expected in restaurants and bars, for hotel staff, and for taxi and rideshare drivers.
Generally safe for tourists, but watch for pickpockets in crowded areas (e.g., South Beach) and avoid poorly lit streets at night in downtown.
Prepaid SIMs from T-Mobile, AT&T or Verizon are sold in their stores; eSIMs are also available.
English is the official language; Spanish is widely spoken, and English is universally understood in tourist areas.
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