All the answers to your questions: HERE.
General
You are not allowed to display open containers of alcoholic beverages, neither on the beach, nor on any public places. You can cover your drink by placing it in a paper bag, a cup or tumbler.
Yes. Our tap water is safe to drink.
Miami International Airport (MIA) has a place to store luggage. It's located on Central Terminal "E" - Level 2, and it's open from 5am to 9pm.
The price depends on the size of your bag.
Please note that this prices are for reference only and might change without notice. For more details, call 305-869-1163 or visit their website.
SIZE |
PRIZE |
| 0 TO 18 inches | $6 |
| 18 TO 24 inches | $9 |
| 24 to 32 inches | $10 |
| 32 to 40 inches | $14 |
| 40 inches to 4 feet | $18 |
| 4 feet to 10 feet | $19 |
Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) has a place to store your luggage too. Public Baggage Storage is available in Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 4. The price is $7 per item (no matter what size)
For more information, please call 954-359-5505
TERMINAL |
HOURS |
DAYS |
| 1 | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday |
| 2 | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Seven days a week |
| 3 | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday |
| 4 | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday |
If you get a parking ticket in Miami Beach here's what you need to know:
- You have 30 days to pay for the parking ticket.
- The fine for not paying to park is $18.
- If you pay after the 30 day period, the fine amount is increased.
- IMPORTANT: you will not be able to pay for your parking ticket right away. The City issues tickets but doesn't upload them into their system until around 7 days after.
How to pay for a parking ticket:
- If you are renting a car, an easy option is to take the ticket to the rental car office when you return the vehicle. They will charge your credit card for the amount on the ticket and will take care of the rest.
- You can also pay your parking ticket online (remember to wait about a week after you got the ticket)
An extra tip:
- Always park head on in public parking lots and garages. Otherwise, you will get a ticket.
Getting Around
Whether it’s a metered ride or flat fare, taxis charge per ride.
Want to know how much your ride will be? See our estimated taxi fare chart.
Need a taxi? Here are some local numbers you can call.
That will depend on where you are, but Miami International Airport (MIA) is about 12 miles (19 km) from South Beach. It will be a 25 minute ride more or less. To Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) the distance is about 30 miles (48 km) and the ride will be about 40 minutes.
Here are the gas stations in the South Beach area (click on each one to see their location):
Events/Tours/Activities
Yes! The nearest swimming pool if you're staying in South Beach or in Miami Beach is the one at Flamingo Park.
Another place you might want to visit (especially if you have a car, since it's quite far from Miami Beach otherwise) is the historic and gorgeous Venetian Pool.
Although Miami Beach has beautiful beaches and clear waters, it's not the best place for snorkeling.
The best waters for underwater activities are in the Florida Keys. So, even if you book a snorkeling trip in Miami Beach, the activity will most likely happen in one of the nearest Keys, such as Key Largo, Islamorada, or perhaps Key Biscayne.
You can purchase tickets at the American Airlines Arena (601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132), or online at TicketMaster.
If you just arrived, first let us say "welcome!"
One of the first, easy things you can do right away is going to Ocean Drive and Lincoln Rd. They are must-see places. Plus, we're sure you'll be a bit hungry and you'll find many dining options there.
Here's a list of the most popular places to run / jog in Miami Beach:
- Miami Beach Boardwalk: it starts on 5th street and stretches all the way up to 46th street. The north end is made of actual wood, while from 23rd street down south is paved.
- Lummus Park: this park runs from 5th to 15th Streets along Ocean Drive. Besides having paths were you can jog, it has workout equipment and beach volleyball courts.
- South Pointe Park: It's located all the way at the end of Washington Ave. This park not only has paths where you can run but the views are great!
Food/Places to eat
The most popular supermarket is Public and there's three in the area of South Beach:
- 1045 Dade Blvd, Miami Beach, FL 33139 (the oldest of the three and also the smallest)
- 1920 West Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139 (pretty spacious)
- 1100 6th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139 (the newest, in the same building of the 5th & Alton Shopping complex)
The most popular places to buy organic food in South Beach / Miami Beach are Whole Foods and The Fresh Market.You can also find some organic food at Publix (their line is called GreenWise)
- Whole Foods Market - 1020 Alton Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
- The Fresh Market - 1800 West Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Here's a list of some of our favorite places to have breakfast in Miami Beach:
- 11th Street Diner - It looks like a train cart out of the 1950's. Typical American style. It's open 24 hours and it's great! - 1065 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
- Big Pink - This diner has been in the corner of Collins and 2nd St for over twenty years. - 157 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
- The Front Porch Cafe - Located right across the street from the beach this is a great place to eat your breakfast while taking in the sun and the ocean breeze. - 1458 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
- News Cafe - Another great place on Ocean Drive where you can of course sit indoors, but the fun is on the sidewalk, where you can watch people walk by. - 800 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Shopping
No, you can't get the sales tax applied to your purchases refunded.
Weather
Where can I get…
Although Miami Beach has beautiful beaches and clear waters, it's not the best place for snorkeling.
The best waters for underwater activities are in the Florida Keys. So, even if you book a snorkeling trip in Miami Beach, the activity will most likely happen in one of the nearest Keys, such as Key Largo, Islamorada, or perhaps Key Biscayne.
Miami International Airport (MIA) has a place to store luggage. It's located on Central Terminal "E" - Level 2, and it's open from 5am to 9pm.
The price depends on the size of your bag.
Please note that this prices are for reference only and might change without notice. For more details, call 305-869-1163 or visit their website.
SIZE |
PRIZE |
| 0 TO 18 inches | $6 |
| 18 TO 24 inches | $9 |
| 24 to 32 inches | $10 |
| 32 to 40 inches | $14 |
| 40 inches to 4 feet | $18 |
| 4 feet to 10 feet | $19 |
Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) has a place to store your luggage too. Public Baggage Storage is available in Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 4. The price is $7 per item (no matter what size)
For more information, please call 954-359-5505
TERMINAL |
HOURS |
DAYS |
| 1 | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday |
| 2 | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Seven days a week |
| 3 | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday |
| 4 | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday |
The most popular place to get a SIM card to use your cellphone in Miami is T-Mobile. They have one for $30 that will give you 2GB of data plus 1000 minutes for domestic calls.
Here are the stores in the South Beach area:
- 738 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
- 1507 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
- 1504 Alton Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
The day pass for the public buses is called Easy Ticket.
You can buy and reload an Easy Ticket at:
- EASY Card vending machines at any Metrorail station, the Adrienne Arsht Metromover station or the Golden Glades Park & Ride Lot
- Any of the sales outlets throughout Miami-Dade
- The Transit Service Center (111 NW First Street, Second Level)
Here are the locations to purchase a day pass for the bus in South Beach:
American Wave
1637 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
786-452-7511
Meridian Food Market
812 6th St
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-673-8509
Stop N Shop
1300 Lincoln Road, C-1A
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-532-2166
Click here for more information on Miami's public transportation.
Here's a list of places where you can rent bicycles.
Also, Citi Bike is a very cool bike sharing system. You pay by the hour and have the option of picking up your bike in one place and leave it at a different one. Here’s a map with all the stations where you can pick-up and drop off your Citi Bike.
Here's a list of places where you can rent a car in South Beach.
Here's a list of places where you can rent a scooter in South Beach.