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Miami travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-09

South Beach and Ocean Drive, Miami
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Common scams in Miami

10 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Miami, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

Common scams in Miami — and how to avoid them →

Top places to visit in Miami

6 places worth your time in Miami, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Top places to visit in Miami →

Top food to try in Miami

6 dishes to eat in Miami, what is in them, and where they belong.

Top food to try in Miami →

Traditions and customs in Miami

5 customs and traditions in Miami — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Traditional things to do in Miami →

Getting around Miami

How to travel around Miami — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Getting around Miami: transport and taxi apps →

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