A Miami 2 days Itinerary for a fabulous Weekend Getaway (2024)

A Miami 2 days itinerary

Here’s what to do in Miami on your 2 day trip

Day 1 of your Miami 2 days itinerary – Wynwood walls, Little Havana and Key Biscayne

Take a cab to Little Havana, have breakfast at Sunguich De Miami

Start your day in Little Havana, the world’s best known Cuban neighbourhood outside of Cuba. Little Havana is a 15 to 20-minute drive from South Beach. You can also take the free Miami Trolley to Little Havana.

If you are interested in using Big Bus Miami hon-on hop-off, then this Miami Go City All-Inclusive Pass will come in handy. Buy this pass and you will also get free admission to over 25 tourist attractions in Miami.

Sanguich De Miami is one the best places in Miami that offer Cuban food. It is known for its Cuban sandwiches and shakes. All ingredients used in the sandwiches are made in-house, which differentiates them from the ones you can buy elsewhere.

You can try the classic ‘Cubano’ sandwich (ham and cheese sandwich with pickles and mustard) or try one of their modern takes on the Cuban sandwich – pan con lechon, pan con croquetta or pan con bistec. Try the sandwiches with Colada (Cuban style expresso) or ‘batido’ (milkshake), another speciality the cafe is well known for.

Try starting your day early and reaching here as Sanguich De Miami often has queues due to its popularity among tourists and locals.

Stroll through Calle Ocho, a vibrant street in Little Havana. The best time to visit is in March during the Calle Ocho music festival, though this street is worth visiting during other times of the year too. The Calle Ocho music festival is the best way to experience Latin culture through street performances, dance, music, and street food.

You’ll find many family-owned Cuban cigar shops here, a big crowd puller for tourists. El Titan de Bronze and Cuban crafters (a few kilometres away from Calle Ocho) are popular shops, but you should be able to find high-quality Cuban cigars in any of the shops here.

Try ice cream at Azucar Ice Cream, an ice cream shop that makes artisanal Cuban inspired ice creams. Try the Abuela Maria flavour here, which is a blend of crumbled Maria cookies, cream cheese and guava chunks.

You can also see the Calle Ocho Walk of Fame, a few metres away from the Azucar ice cream shop, which celebrates Latin origin artists and celebrities.

Relax in Key Biscayne

Visit Crandon park, located on Key Biscayne and watch the sunset at Crandon Beach. Crandon Beach is a family-friendly beach with pristine sand and calm, shallow waters. There are few other things to do at Crandon Park, but the idyllic Crandon Beach that gets lesser tourists than South Beach remains the key attraction.

The park also has a nature centre, a designated environmental study area (the Bear Cut Preserve) and an amusement centre for children.

You can also try activities like snorkelling, kiteboarding, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, wakeboarding, windsurfing and sailing here.

Cabanas (rooms) are available on rent at the south end of the park and cost about 40$ per day.

The Crandon Beach Park closes at 5 PM, but you can access the beach or free post that time from the Public Access Beach close to the Village Green Park on Crandon Boulevard.

Key Biscayne isn’t located too far from Miami and takes about 20-25 minutes by car.

Dine at Versailles in Little Havana

Head back to Little Havana for dinner at Versailles, an iconic restaurant of the city known for its authentic Cuban food.

There are also many bars in Little Havana. Ball & Chain, Hoy Como Ayer or Habana 305 are the popular ones that offer good music and drinks.

Visit the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science has fascinating exhibitions, a planetarium and an aquarium. You can see sharks and stingrays here gliding in an open water tank through the glass. The aquarium’s second and ground floor, accessible through a lift, have tropical fishes and corals.

This is a great option if you have kids or if it’s not a pleasant day weather-wise!

Visit the Art deco district

Art deco architecture originated in Paris in 1925 and is a modern version of neo-classical architecture. Today, the style is characterised by bright colours – orange, green, yellow and pastel blue and pink and elegant, linear buildings with geometric motifs.

The Art deco district consists of over 800 buildings built in the Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival and Miami Modern (MiMo) architectural style. To learn more about these styles and Miami’s architectural heritage, visit the Art Deco Museum located inside the Art Deco Visitor’s Centre.

You can see Art Deco buildings if you walk north of the intersection between 5th street and Ocean drive. Guided tours start at 10.30 AM, but self-guided and private tours are available even if you visit in the afternoon.

Relax at South Beach

I recommend keeping aside a good amount of time to spend on at least one of the days of your Miami 2 day trip to explore the South Beach/North Beach.

North Beach is more residential, laidback and has lesser tourists than South Beach. If you want to spend quiet time by the sea, visit North Beach. South Beach is more touristy.

South Beach, the most famous beach in Miami, is a white-sand beach that’s buzzing with activity throughout the year. This stretch of the beach has abundant nightlife options, unlike any other Miami beaches. Cafes and art-deco buildings add to the charm.

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The busiest section of South Beach is between 5th and 15th street and runs parallel to Ocean Drive. To find quieter patches of the beach or walk to spots that offer great sunset views, head to the part of the beach south of Fifth Street.

Visit South Pointe Beach in this area, which offers easy access to walking trails and sunset views in the adjacent South Pointe Park.

8 PM

Dine, dance and vibe at South Beach’s bars

Here are a few options to choose from for dinner and entertainment at South Beach depending on the kind of ambience and entertainment you prefer:

Mango’s Tropical bar: This bar has live performances of Salsa, Reggae. Pop etc., throughout the day. It serves Latin inspired food and drinks.

Do not sit on the furniture: This is a dimly lit night club that focuses on music and features guest DJs from all over the world.

E11even – This neon-lit, highly energetic club has DJs, burlesque performances and live performances.

Clevelander South Beach Bar: Clevelander South Beach, located on Ocean Drive, has live performances and a party atmosphere, unlike other clubs. An outdoor pool on the beach and a great crowd of tourists and locals make it one of the most popular clubs in the area.

FAQs – Miami 2 days itinerary

• Is 2 days enough for Miami?

Spending 2 days in Miami is enough to visit a few popular tourist places and wander through the vibrant streets. It will also allow you to catch some tan on the beach and try activities like kayaking, windsurfing, snorkelling, and kiteboarding, depending on the weather. 2 days in Miami will give you a chance to eat where locals eat and enjoy local delicacies.

• How many days do I need in Miami?

It is highly recommended to spend at least 3 days in Miami as it is the perfect amount of time you will need for covering all the major tourist attractions. Be it the Wynwood Wall or Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, you can explore it all in 3 days in Miami. You can also dedicate enough time to relax on the beach and enjoy watersports.

• Is it worth going to Miami for 3 days?

Going to Miami for 3 days makes for an ideal trip plan. It is worth spending 3 days in Miami as it allows you to cover popular places like South Beach, Crandon Beach, Vizcaya Museum, and Wynwood Wall. It is enough to enjoy a drink on the beach or go windsurfing.

• How to spend 48 hours in Miami?

On day 1 in Miami, you can cover Little Havana, Wynwood Wall, the Institute of Contemporary Art, and Crandon Beach. For 2nd day in Miami, you can dedicate most of the time to South Beach and the Art Deco district. Consider visiting the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science if you have 48 hours in Miami.