2 Days in Miami with Daniele's Venture

2 days in miami (winter)

24/3/2019

TOP 3 LANDMARKS

South Beach
Downtown / Bayside Market Place
Wynwood Walls

TOP 3 FOOD PLACES

ROOFTOP LOVERS

Area 31

GOOGLE MAPS custom Map
(add this to your google maps app to see highlighted all the places i visited)

Custom Map

Winter in Miami is quite unique for a European:
it’s basically spring/summer.

So when you plan to go don’t pack too heavy, but make sure to have an overcoat (I experienced a storm that dropped the temperature down significantly even during the day).
In the custom Google Map I attached here you will find highlighted all the places I am going to talk about in this post to have them at your hand in case you decide to visit them!
It’s an interactive map, so you can also add informations and notes for other travellers under each place!

When you land at the airport make sure to download these apps: UBER and LYFT, they are very useful if you want to go around Miami (especially at night).

DAY 1

I arrived in Miami in the afternoon, so after dropping my bags I headed to South Beach to admire the sunset and have dinner.

To walk down Ocean Drive from the 15th down to the Art Deco Historic District in the evening, it’s a spectacle of colours, lights, architecture and music.

The Latin vibe is predominant here: people gathers in groups outside, by the bars playing music down Ocean Drive, some other on the beach.
The atmosphere is relaxed and positive and the Art Deco style give the area a touch of Movie set.

I waited for sunset on South Beach (that compared to European shoresides it’s pretty big) and it was just incredible: the sun sets behind the tall building nearby the beach, from bright pink and blue to intense red and black.
If you are travelling in a couple and want the “romantic” atmosphere: that’s the one.

I then decided to have dinner at the famous Big Pink, typical American Diner with massive portions (Europeans be careful, when I say massive portions, I mean it: I ordered a nachos plate as a starter that had the size of a breakfast tray). With the bright red colours and friendly staff, it feels like to be back in the 50`s.

If you prefer a more romantic set, the Italian restaurant “Mercato della Pescheria”, in Española Way (another area that deserve a visit for the nice lights and decor and the vibrant atmosphere, might be a better choice.
From Italians to Italians: the food was awesome.
They have a sea food raw bar, handmade fresh pasta selection and different kind of meat cuts, so if you are undecided on what you want just head down there and let the menu and the charming waiters inspire you.

DAY 2

I rarely do that, but sometimes when I don’t have much time, I get a day ticket for a Hop on/hop off bus. This tour gave us an amazing opportunity to visit globally both south beach and Downtown Miami (included Little Havana and Coral Gables)

These are the places where I recommend to have a proper stop and get off the bus:

Wynwood walls
Bayside Market Place (Downtown Area)

At the Wynwood walls you can experience the world famous graffiti and collection from the Taj Mahal; vibrant and full of youngsters it’s the perfect place for insta pictures!

For dinner we decided to try the Steak Brasil Churrascaria, and it didn’t deceive us at all!
If you are a foodie like us and into eating till you can hold your breath, this is the place for you.
they have a large selection of meats and side dishes, it’s a feast for the palate.

as I previously mentioned, I am obsessed with Rooftop Bars, so I headed to one of my favourite blogs ever www.therooftopguide.com and I picked the one that looked like to be in the best spot ever: Area 31
(you can have a sneak peak of the view in my 1 minute vlog on the top of this post)

Located on the 16th floor of the Kimpton EPIC Hotel, this is both a bar and restaurant (they highlight their brunches, so it might be worth a try!), with stylish decor and a sophisticated but young vibe.
They have an extensive list of cocktails, wines and bubbles; but if you like to be surprised like I do, just ask their favourite.

As they say, Miami is always a good idea! If you want a place to mix both relax, laid back places and more vibrant, crazy and fun ones, it’s definitely a city to put in your bucket list for your next adventure!