Quick Guide

December – March

Peak season in Miami. There’s typically warm, sunny weather and a packed festival and events calendar.

April – June

Warmer than winter but it starts to get muggy. Hurricane season begins in June.

July – November

Prices drop, though weather is hot and muggy with a heightened risk of severe storms. Hurricane season ends in November.

Visas

Travelers from outside the United States will need a valid passport, as well as ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) eligibility or a full visa.

Money

Currency is U.S. dollars and ATMs are widely available. Many restaurants and bars (particularly in tourist-centric areas) will automatically tack on a 15 – 20 percent tip to your bill. Check carefully before paying and/or double tipping.

Travel Health

Before traveling, research and prepare for what to do if you get sick while away. Miami’s beaches, parks, and outdoor attractions and restaurants offer amples ways to social distance. The city offers visitors detailed guidelines to help keep everyone safe and healthy.

Getting Here

Fly into Miami International Airport (MIA) or Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), which is a nearby alternative.

Getting Around

Both airports run shuttle service into Miami Beach, and car rentals, taxis and ride shares are also available. Once in Miami, travelers will find taxis, ride shares, buses, trolleys and bike shares.

Local Lingo

English and Spanish are the two most prevalent languages spoken in Miami. It pays to learn a few Spanish-language favorites. Dale: A catch-all exclamation (think: Pitbull) used to show excitement. Cafecito: Miami’s liquid fuel, it equates to a super-strong, crazy-sweet espresso. The Beach: Miami Beach; under practically no circumstances will a local say “SoBe.”

Must-Have Apps

Uber; Visit Florida

Insider Tip

Don’t miss the Wynwood neighborhood, it’s home to one of the largest open-air street art installations in the world and you’ll admire art everywhere – in galleries, in restaurants, and even on the sidewalks.

December – March

Peak season in Miami. There’s typically warm, sunny weather and a packed festival and events calendar.

April – June

Warmer than winter but it starts to get muggy. Hurricane season begins in June.

July – November

Prices drop, though weather is hot and muggy with a heightened risk of severe storms. Hurricane season ends in November.

Visas

Travelers from outside the United States will need a valid passport, as well as ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) eligibility or a full visa.

Money

Currency is U.S. dollars and ATMs are widely available. Many restaurants and bars (particularly in tourist-centric areas) will automatically tack on a 15 – 20 percent tip to your bill. Check carefully before paying and/or double tipping.

Travel Health

Before traveling, research and prepare for what to do if you get sick while away. Miami’s beaches, parks, and outdoor attractions and restaurants offer amples ways to social distance. The city offers visitors detailed guidelines to help keep everyone safe and healthy.

Getting Here

Fly into Miami International Airport (MIA) or Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), which is a nearby alternative.

Getting Around

Both airports run shuttle service into Miami Beach, and car rentals, taxis and ride shares are also available. Once in Miami, travelers will find taxis, ride shares, buses, trolleys and bike shares.

Local Lingo

English and Spanish are the two most prevalent languages spoken in Miami. It pays to learn a few Spanish-language favorites. Dale: A catch-all exclamation (think: Pitbull) used to show excitement. Cafecito: Miami’s liquid fuel, it equates to a super-strong, crazy-sweet espresso. The Beach: Miami Beach; under practically no circumstances will a local say “SoBe.”

Must-Have Apps

Uber; Visit Florida

Insider Tip

Don’t miss the Wynwood neighborhood, it’s home to one of the largest open-air street art installations in the world and you’ll admire art everywhere – in galleries, in restaurants, and even on the sidewalks.