South Beach Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience South Beach. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Key West Island Adventure Jet Ski Tour: Bring a Partner for Free

• South Beach Cultural Food and Walking Tour

• A Taste of South Beach Food Tour

• Miami South Beach Art Deco Walking Tour

• All-Inclusive Sandbar Safari With Dolphin Playground Encounter

While it’s free to visit South Beach on your own, there are plenty of affordable tours that can help you learn more about this popular Miami Beach neighborhood with an expert guide. Art deco architecture tours start at US$35, bike tours at US$40, and food tours at US$75.

Yes, South Beach is worth visiting. One of the most popular areas in Miami Beach—and the wider Miami area, full stop—South Beach is renowned for its art deco architecture, idyllic beaches, lively nightlife, vibrant dining scene, and LGBTQ+ community. That makes it an appealing destination for travelers of all stripes. While you're free to explore on your own, it's worth going on a guided tour to learn the stories behind the sights.

Per one customer who booked the Miami South Beach Art Deco Walking Tour, "An excellent way to explore the district and find out more about the history of the area. Particularly enjoyed being taken into the buildings and having things pointed out that you would not otherwise know about or notice. Our guide was friendly, informative and interesting."

South Beach has an array of family-friendly activities on offer. Head to South Pointe Parke and Flamingo Park for playgrounds and outdoor sport courts, while the Museum of Illusions and Artechouse both cater to kids and teens. Families can enjoy the beach, rent bikes, swim, or kayak.

Yes, it’s generally safe to swim in South Beach, but it's essential to pay attention to warning flags indicating water conditions. Rip currents and occasional rough surf can pose hazards, so swimmers should exercise caution. Lifeguards are usually stationed along the beaches.

Yes, South Beach Miami offers plenty of free activities, from spending time on the beach to strolling along South Pointe Park or the stylish Lincoln Road Mall. Visitors can also explore the vibrant street art scene in the Wynwood Walls neighborhood, or take a self-guided walking tour of the Art Deco District.

Yes, there are numerous rental kiosks along South Beach Miami where you can hire beach chairs, parasols, cabanas, and luxury beach beds. Rental rates vary, so it's advisable to shop around and negotiate for the best deal. Rentals are typically available on a daily basis.

South Beach offers many options for water sports—you can take your pick from jet-skiing, surfing, parasailing, paddleboarding, and kayaking. Shops along the beach rent out equipment and offer guided activities, including diving and snorkeling trips.

South Beach has metered street parking and public parking garages nearby, which are typically more expensive than other parts of Miami Beach. Generally, you pay less at public garages for long-term parking, but rates do vary.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting South Beach. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Miami:

• Bayside Marketplace

• Little Havana

• Fisher Island

• Coconut Grove

• Wynwood

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Miami.