Award-winning Art Deco & History Walking Tour in Miami Beach

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Miami, USA

Great choice

5+ bookings last month.

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Explore the history and unique Art Deco architecture of Miami Beach on this informative and fascinating walking tour. Follow your guide around to landmarks such as the the Carlyle, the Marlin Hotel, Versace Mansion, and more, and learn more about the history of the area through well-researched and captivating stories.

Explore Miami Beach on a walking history, art deco, and crime tour
Hear well-researched stories you’re unlikely to discover on your own
Suitable for locals, visitors, history buffs, and architecture fans
Visit the Webster, Cardozo Hotel, Muscle Beach, and more

What's Included

Guided tour with local historian and preservationist
Behind-the-scenes access to historic hotel lobbies and other semi-public spaces
Get to know Hollywood film locations that made Miami famous such as Miami Vice, Scarface & Birdcage
Receive an artfully crafted guide map personally curated by your tour host

Tips and Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

1440 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA
Meet at "The Betsy Hotel" lobby, near the concierge desk (Please come inside from Ocean Drive, NOT Collins Ave.)

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Ocean Drive

1 hour 40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Collins Avenue

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Miami Beach

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible

Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 146 reviews

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Damian gave a great tour,...

Peggy_F, Feb 2026

Damian gave a great tour, he is knowledgeable about art deco and the history of south beach. Very interesting and I would highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

I’m thrilled you found it interesting. The Art Deco buildings pretend to be quiet, but they’re actually dramatic storytellers in disguise. Thanks for walking through their world with me and for the recommendation. The neon approves.

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Ms_L, Jul 2025

A great introduction to the Art Deco style of South Beach. Tour guide Damian is superb. He is an artist himself and a member of the local preservation society. You will leave better understanding the significance of the design elements of the art deco style. Damian also is very knowledgeable about culture and history. He also prepares a pocket sized map guide to key attractions in the area. It was very hot when we did the tour but the guide was considerate to bring us indoors and also provide cold water. I left with a greater appreciation for preservation.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

thanks for making the tour even better just by showing up with curiosity and good vibes.

Great entertainment and educational tour

Joe_S, Feb 2025

Great educational and entertaining tour. There was a lot of insight into a variety of subjects and they were all interesting.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Thank you for your intellectual curiosity, it's a superpower. That makes you a real explorer.

Excellent art Deco history tour

mark_m, Sep 2024

Tour guide was one of a kind expert on Art Deco so nothing else to say and thankfulness Viator came through this time.

Response from Host, Sep 2024

Thank you Mark for allowing me to show you around. Hope to see you again next time on one of my other tours.

Art Deco rocks

Melissa_P, Aug 2024

Damian was very knowledgeable and friendly. We learned a lot about the history of Miami and art deco district! We highly recommend this walking tour.

Best tour ever

Geraldine_T, Mar 2024

Great experience. Damion’s wealth of knowledge about the area was impressive. The pace of the tour, the factual information all delivered in a fun and professional way made for a memorable experience. I would recommend taking this tour to everyone who visits South Beach.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Your praise, a melody, sweet notes of appreciation, Fueling my passion, igniting my imagination. With gratitude, I thank you for joining this grand affair, In Miami Beach's Art Deco splendor, we shared.

Deep understanding and informative tour of Art Deco South Beach

Kathleen_S, Jan 2024

Damian was a knowledgeable and informative host. He was waiting for us right on time at the meeting location. He provided each of us with cold bottled water for the walk. The tour was 2 hours filled with history, architectural detail and fun facts as well. The pace was leisurely as we stopped at each point of interest so I would recommend this tour for seniors, and anyone that needs a slower pace to see things.

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Your joy, a beacon in the Miami sky, illuminates our Art Deco Tour with a brilliance unmatched. Grateful for your poetic praise that echoes through the ages.

10/10 recommend

Lindsey_C, Jan 2024

Damian was maybe the best tour guide I’ve ever had, very knowledgeable and organized, appears to really love what he’s talking about. Also notable—as a somewhat anxious introvert that doesn’t care for small talk, really nice to not have awkward pauses in the tour or anything where I’m forced to ask questions/participate in a way I’m not interested in.

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Thanks a million for the fantastic review. I'm ecstatic you had such a great time exploring Miami Beach with me.

A must

Tracy_K, Sep 2023

Thoroughly enjoyed this tour - Damien was informative and no question or query was any trouble. Felt the information was factual and accurate and left the tour wanting to know even more! The tour could have gone on for many more hours with the information collated by Damien.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you for stepping into the time machine of history with us! Your enthusiasm is like a splash of color on our Art Deco canvas. We hope the journey left you with a taste of the past and a pocketful of memories.

Great art deco tour!

Jill_J, Jul 2023

Damien was a wealth of information and very passionate about the history of the area and art deco. We had a great time learning so much about both and left knowing a lot that we didn’t know before. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to be your passport to the vibrant world of Miami Beach's Art Deco history.

Art Deco Tour

Loretta_M, Jun 2023

Damian was so knowledgeable about the subject it's obviously his passion and that comes across. The tour is well paced lots of interaction with him and questions and answers as well as lots of ancillary information on Miami well worth it if you're at South Beach

Response from Host, Nov 2023

What a delight to know you enjoyed the tour! We're grateful for the opportunity to showcase Miami Beach's iconic Art Deco beauty.

Best art deco tour!

Paulette_D, May 2023

We loved this tour! Damian is extremely knowledgeable about the history and significance of art deco and Miami beach. His stories were fascinating, and the tour flew by. It was a great opportunity to see a number of local examples of the architectural styles as well as hear stories brought to life by our surroundings. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you for your kind words! We're overjoyed that you found our tour a brushstroke of excellence in exploring Miami Beach's artistic heritage.

Art deco tour

mary_s, Apr 2023

The guide was very friendly and had an In-depth knowledge of art deco buildings. We enjoyed visiting various hotel lobbies as part of the tour.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

We're beaming with joy reading your review! It was a pleasure to be your window into the captivating world of Miami Beach's Art Deco.

Damian was presented a...

John_N, Jan 2023

Damian was presented a wealth of information. His talks on history and architecture were comprehensive and very interesting. I recommend the tour to all who visit Miami Beach.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Your review is a true masterpiece! We're grateful for the opportunity to introduce you to the enchanting world of Miami Beach's Art Deco.

Excellent History of Miami Beach

Danielle_B, Jan 2023

We loved hearing about the architecture and how it developed over time. Our guide was super knowledgeable, and a delight to spend a couple hours with. We go on a tour in every city we visit, and this was definitely one of the best.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you for your kind words! It's fantastic to hear that our tour added to your appreciation of Miami Beach's artistic heritage.

Informative, interesting,...

Kaitlyn_B, Aug 2022

Informative, interesting, and a fun way to see the sights and take in the history of Miami Beach on foot!

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Your review fills us with gratitude! We're honored to have been your guide through the captivating realm of Miami Beach's Art Deco.

Miami's finest expert

Xavier_M, Mar 2021

Miami Beach should be proud to have someone who can introduce it so well like Damian does. This guy loves the city and without a doubt is a part of it. His tour reflects that in every aspect. It includes facts and stories that you would never find out. His tours are full of history, film knowledge, architecture facts, sport and many more. He can tailor the tour for you depends on your interest. Since I am a fun of Miami Vice the tour was truly unique. Thanks Damian and I hope to see you soon again.