Miami South Beach 2-Hour Art Deco Walking Tour including Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue
by Art Deco & Little Havana Tours
Choose from 3 available options
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$70Overview
This 2-hour walking tour introduces Miami South Beach's Tropical Art Deco style, which combines classic Art Deco design with tropical influences. The tour begins at The Wolfsonian-Florida International University with an overview of Art Deco features and history. Guides then lead the group along palm-lined streets past notable hotels such as The Victor, Dream Hotel, McAlpin, Crescent, and Cavalier, including visits inside their historic lobbies. The walk continues through Washington Avenue, where several preserved buildings like the Sonder Hotel and Taft Hotel are highlighted. Participants then observe the lasting Art Deco presence along Ocean Drive, including commentary on landmarks such as the Versace Mansion. The tour proceeds along Collins Avenue to see naval-themed Art Deco structures and landmarks like the Kent Hotel and The Marlin Hotel, which reflect Miami Beach's 1970s and 1980s character. Throughout the tour, guides share stories about Miami’s architectural development and its ties to the city's past. This cultural walking tour includes a professional guide and all taxes and fees. It does not include food, drinks, gratuities, or hotel pickup and drop-off services.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Wolfsonian-Florida International University
The tour meets here for an introduction to the tour and basic Art Deco elements before starting the walk.
20 min
Art Deco Hotels
The guide leads the group past key hotels including The Victor, Dream Hotel, McAlpin, Crescent, and Cavalier. Tours include entry into their lobbies to view the architecture and details.
20 min
Washington Avenue
The walk continues along Washington Avenue, where many preserved Art Deco buildings like the Sonder Hotel and Taft Hotel are found and discussed.
20 min
Ocean Drive
Participants observe Art Deco designs on Ocean Drive and hear about landmarks such as the Versace Mansion, with additional information on the street's significance.
20 min
Collins Avenue
The tour proceeds along Collins Avenue to see naval-inspired Art Deco styles and notable sites like the Victor Hotel, Kent Hotel, and The Marlin Hotel, reflecting Miami Beach’s 1970s and 1980s era.
20 min
Ocean Drive
The guide provides further details on Ocean Drive’s architecture and history before the tour concludes.
20 min
Meeting point
We will gather at the front of The Wolfsonian-Florida International University, 1001 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, United States.
End point
Your tour will conclude at 1450 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, in front of another iconic Art Deco landmark in Miami.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Miami South Beach 2-Hour Art Deco Walking Tour including Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue
by Art Deco & Little Havana Tours
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$70Overview
This 2-hour walking tour introduces Miami South Beach's Tropical Art Deco style, which combines classic Art Deco design with tropical influences. The tour begins at The Wolfsonian-Florida International University with an overview of Art Deco features and history. Guides then lead the group along palm-lined streets past notable hotels such as The Victor, Dream Hotel, McAlpin, Crescent, and Cavalier, including visits inside their historic lobbies. The walk continues through Washington Avenue, where several preserved buildings like the Sonder Hotel and Taft Hotel are highlighted. Participants then observe the lasting Art Deco presence along Ocean Drive, including commentary on landmarks such as the Versace Mansion. The tour proceeds along Collins Avenue to see naval-themed Art Deco structures and landmarks like the Kent Hotel and The Marlin Hotel, which reflect Miami Beach's 1970s and 1980s character. Throughout the tour, guides share stories about Miami’s architectural development and its ties to the city's past. This cultural walking tour includes a professional guide and all taxes and fees. It does not include food, drinks, gratuities, or hotel pickup and drop-off services.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Wolfsonian-Florida International University
The tour meets here for an introduction to the tour and basic Art Deco elements before starting the walk.
20 min
Art Deco Hotels
The guide leads the group past key hotels including The Victor, Dream Hotel, McAlpin, Crescent, and Cavalier. Tours include entry into their lobbies to view the architecture and details.
20 min
Washington Avenue
The walk continues along Washington Avenue, where many preserved Art Deco buildings like the Sonder Hotel and Taft Hotel are found and discussed.
20 min
Ocean Drive
Participants observe Art Deco designs on Ocean Drive and hear about landmarks such as the Versace Mansion, with additional information on the street's significance.
20 min
Collins Avenue
The tour proceeds along Collins Avenue to see naval-inspired Art Deco styles and notable sites like the Victor Hotel, Kent Hotel, and The Marlin Hotel, reflecting Miami Beach’s 1970s and 1980s era.
20 min
Ocean Drive
The guide provides further details on Ocean Drive’s architecture and history before the tour concludes.
20 min
Meeting point
We will gather at the front of The Wolfsonian-Florida International University, 1001 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, United States.
End point
Your tour will conclude at 1450 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, in front of another iconic Art Deco landmark in Miami.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.