Top things to do in Miami Beach in a day

Miami Beach in Florida is a great destination to visit. There are plenty of fun things to do, even if you’ve only got a day in the city. Here are the top things to do in Miami Beach in a day.

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What time of year should I visit Miami Beach?

The temperature in Miami, and the whole of Florida, can get very hot. To be able to fully enjoy the top things to do in Miami Beach in a day, I’d recommend avoiding the peak summer heat and humidity. I visited in early March and enjoyed hot, sunny days but the temperature was manageable. I think early March was a great time to visit. Autumn can also be a good times to visit, but be aware that this can be hurricane season.

What should I pack for a trip to Miami?

I’d recommend buying a travel guide to Miami ready for your trip. This Lonely Planet travel guide (affiliate) gives some great ideas of things to do as well as restaurants and places to stay.

When you’re thinking about packing for your trip to Miami Beach, make sure you check the weather forecast. If it’s going to be hot, make sure you take shorts and t-shirts. It’s also important to remember sun cream, sunglasses and sunhat as the sun can be strong.

Make sure you take a bottle of water when you head out. A shoulder bag is useful to keep all your stuff together. Also, a shoulder bag is good for security – if you wear it across the front of your body, you can keep is close in crowded places. It’s a lot more secure than a backpack. Also remember to pack your credit card and a bit of cash so you can enjoy some shopping.

Top things to do in Miami Beach in a day

1. Miami Beach

One of the top things to do in Miami in a day is to visit Miami beach. Miami beach is just beautiful. It’s a huge expanse of golden sand, with beautiful blue sea. I loved walking through the palm trees at the back of the beach as well. Relaxing on Miami beach and enjoying the warm sun was one of my favourite things to do in Florida. After a long cold winter in the UK, it was amazing to visit Miami Beach in March and get some hot sunshine.

2. Miami shopping streets

After you’ve soaked up some sunshine on Miami beach, head to the main shopping streets on Miami. The main road just behind the beach is full of a great variety of shops, bars and restaurants. Take your time to browse whatever interests you. And keep an eye out on the main road as well – you might see some cool cars!

3. Enjoy a classic American burger for lunch

There are loads of food options to choose from in Miami. You can enjoy food from all over the world. However, Miami was my first stop in the USA on my Florida trip, so I wanted to enjoy some classic American food. I really enjoyed this burger from a restaurant called The Tavern, on the road just behind Miami Beach.

4. Miami Beach entertainment and nightlife

As well as it’s beach, another of the top things to do in Miami in a day is enjoy the entertainment and nightlife. There’s a lot to choose from, and it’s easy to see why Miami is famous for this. I loved just walking around and seeing what was on. My favourite act was these…just so much fun.

5. Relax at a hotel outdoor pool in the evening

At the end of a busy day in Miami at the beach and enjoying the entertainment, there’s no better way to relax and unwind than visiting your hotel’s outdoor pool. In the beautifully warm Miami evening, it’s the perfect way to relax and look forward to your next activities in Florida.