Miami is one of largest cities USA, which is one of the most popular tourist centers. Travelers are very attracted not only by the climate and tropical atmosphere, but also by the local flavor:

Miami is famous for its bright and large-scale holidays and festivals, and Latin Americans give this city a zest of national color.

Just provide: gorgeous beaches, palm trees, delicious drinks and Latin American food… What could be better than relaxing in this beautiful and developed city? If you are going to go to distant Florida, then in this article you will find out what the climate is like in Miami in a particular month of the year.

Winter

In this city with a tropical monsoon climate, there is no winter. In Miami, all 12 months - a hot summer!

Winter there is quite warm and dry, although it is rare to find light rains.

Tourists who want to visit winter Florida for the first time need to stock up on warm clothes, as it is quite cool in the evenings in this sunny state.

December

The month of December in Miami is very unpredictable! As they say - how lucky. For example, in December 2010, Americans were very surprised because there were not many a large number of snow, and the windows of the cars were covered with frost. Not snowdrifts, of course, but all the same, for tourists who came to spend their holidays in the summer warmth, there is little pleasant. Often the temperature in December does not rise above five degrees, so local residents and visitors to the city have to swim in a heated pool and wear warm clothes. Usually the average temperature in December is about 25 degrees during the day, the water is warm, you can swim. It gets cooler in the evening.

January

This winter month is considered the coolest month in Miami (temperatures are several degrees lower than in December, and are usually 22-24 degrees), although it is considered the most touristy. In January, you can safely walk along Miami Beach in a T-shirt and shorts, swim and sunbathe on the beach. But the water in the pools (if it is not heated) is very cold.

Therefore, if you book a luxury hotel with a pool, ask if it has a water heating function.

February

This month is slightly warmer than last. In principle, it differs little from January, but the temperature rises by several degrees. Therefore, in February, you can still swim and sunbathe.

Spring

Those who are tired of the cool and windy Florida winter will be happy to meet a surprisingly warm spring!

In spring, you can endlessly sunbathe and swim on the beach, and amazingly delicious seasonal fruits will delight every tourist.

March

From the middle of the spring month of March, Miami begins to slowly wake up from the winter cold weather. During the day it gets quite hot, and in the evening, as a rule, a cool wind does not blow. So you can already safely walk in a T-shirt and shorts until late at night. But in early March, the water in the pools is still quite cold.

April

The average temperature in April is around 28-30 degrees, which is quite hot, but it is worth saying that April for Miami is the windiest month of the year. Despite the fact that in most cases the city has clear and hot days, it is not uncommon to find quite cloudy weather here.

May

May is practically no different from April, except that the temperature is slightly higher. The water is very warm, you can swim in the pools. The only difference from April is that in the month of May, as a rule, there is more rainfall, so you should stock up on an umbrella.

Summer

Needless to say, the weather in Miami in the summer is the hottest time of the year? In addition, at this time of the year, the humidity is quite high, so you can often hear the phrase “hot, like in a bath” from Russian tourists. If you plan to stay in a hotel, make sure that there is good air conditioning.

June

June is notable in Miami because this summer month is the beginning of the Atlantic hurricane season and it lasts until the end of November.

History knows a lot of destructive winds, for example, the crushing "Andrew" hit the city at the end of the summer of 1992, so the locals are used to having the most necessary things in one easily accessible place, so that in case of danger there is a possibility of a quick evacuation.

At the moment, Gismeteo reports that the average temperature in June during the day will be 30 degrees, while the water temperature will be almost the same. So the beginning of summer will meet tourists with a fairly warm ocean and unbearable heat. That is why there are not as many tourists here in summer as, say, in winter. Consequently, summer is notable for very cheap hotels and services. Tourists should stock up on light clothing and summer hats, as well as sunglasses and sunscreen.

July

June is not much different from the previous month, the temperature will rise only a few degrees. In July, there are usually a lot more rainy days, which makes it much easier to spend time in July in the cities of Florida.

August

The last month of summer for Miami is very humid and hot, while daylight hours are increased by an hour and a half compared to June and July. The rains in August do not last long, about 7-10 days.

Autumn

If in Russia many are upset when a beautiful summer ends, then autumn for Miami is a very joyful event, because the weather is gradually returning to normal, there are both sunny and long-awaited refreshing cloudy days.

September

In September, you should not expect cool weather, since this month is in many ways similar to August, namely, the temperature is over 30 degrees, the ocean is also quite warm. But the duration of daylight hours is reduced by about an hour. In September, you can often meet a refreshing rain that pleases locals and tourists for about 14 days.

October

The relative Florida coolness comes in October, around the middle of the month. Although the temperature in October is about 29 degrees, this month promises a lot of winds that "cool" locals and tourists from the heat of the sun. The water in October becomes cool enough for this city (about 25 degrees), but you can still swim. The month is also notable for the lack of humidity.

November

In the last month of autumn, the city is very comfortable and fresh, the day length is about 10-11 hours. The approximate temperature during the day is 25 degrees, while at night it drops to 21. The ocean is very pleasant and fresh, so why not take a swim in sunny November weather? We can say that this is not a rainy month.

So when is it better to go on vacation to sunny Miami?

The upside of summer in Miami is that there is a lot of seasonal food at this time of the year, as well as relatively low prices on hotels and entertainment due to the fact that there is practically no tourist influx.

But it is difficult for a tourist to endure the standard 7 or 14 days of the tour at the resort, as it is very hot.

Why is it better to go to Florida in winter or autumn?

• After all, it’s really great to leave the cold winter for a week in warmer climes, but it’s better to celebrate the New Year there altogether.
• For those who suffer from cardiovascular diseases, winter or autumn will the best option because in summer the city is very stuffy and hot, even in the rooms.
• Walking around the city at night is quite fresh and comfortable.
• In summer, the possibility of a hurricane invasion is higher than in autumn.

In any case, before planning a trip, it is worth looking at weather forecasts, for example, using the Yandex application, because who expected that there would be snow in Miami in 2010?

Sunny Miami is not only year-round seaside resort, chosen by celebrities since the first half of the 20th century, but also a key economic center of the United States, which plays an important role in international trade. Main tourist area the city is Miami Beach, located on the coast Atlantic Ocean. It is here that beaches, hotels, entertainment, pedestrian promenades, restaurants and nightclubs are concentrated.

In the distant 1980-90s. vacation in Miami Beach was something out of reach for residents of other continents, but the situation has changed. Now any tourist can choose the right hotel for himself and go to the magnificent beaches of Florida to sunbathe, enjoy the evening walks along the Miami Beach Boardwalk and enjoy the unique atmosphere of Wynwood and Little Havana.

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What to see and where to go in Miami?

The most interesting and Beautiful places for walks. Photos and a short description.

The resort suburb of Miami, separated from the rest of the quarters by Biscayne Bay. Along the coast of the area, completely built up with hotels, there is a large coastal strip with beaches. Tourism infrastructure Miami Beach began to develop from the 1920s. The resort quickly gained popularity among celebrities and celebrities. The central part of the city is built up with historical buildings in the Art Deco style, erected between 1923 and 1943.

The construction of the beginning of the 20th century, erected according to the project of F. B. Hoffman Jr. for the wealthy industrialist D. Dering. There is a landscaped park around the mansion. The building is decorated in various architectural styles dating back to several eras. In the middle of the 20th century, the property was sold to the city. Since then, the villa has housed the Dade Art Museum. From time to time, feature films are filmed here.

In the 1950s Wynwood was a depressed outskirts built up with small factories and auto repair shops, populated mainly by Puerto Ricans. Transformations began only in 2005, when the city authorities decided to "gentrify" Wynwood, that is, its complete reconstruction. The best graffiti authors from all over the world painted the walls of warehouses and workshops, which transformed the area and became a place of attraction for bohemians, artists and tourists.

The Design District is a unique and creative place where designers, artists and other people of art gather. There are numerous shops and warehouses with trendy avant-garde furniture, accessories, unusual sculptures and interior items. Also in the area there are many showrooms with exclusive clothing brands. Every second Saturday of the month, the Night of Design and Art takes place here.

An area in Miami where Cuban immigrants live who fled the country due to the rise to power of Fidel Castro. Former residents of Liberty Island have long been assimilated and turned into ordinary Americans, but the national Cuban flavor has been preserved in the area. Noisy street fairs are held here, accompanied by Latin American music and dances, colorful processions during Catholic holidays and various national festivals.

Miami Resort Center, the hotspot for all lovers nightlife. Its unofficial name is "American Riviera". Here is located great amount nightclubs, excellent restaurants, hotels and shops. The main "highlight" of the area is its magnificent beach, covered with dazzling white sand. Also on the territory of South Beach there is a historic quarter, built up with picturesque buildings in the Art Deco style.

Miami is not only perfect beach resort but also a great place for shopping. The city has entire streets where "shopaholics" can immerse themselves in the fascinating world of shopping. One such place is Lincoln Road. Here, boutiques and shops of all famous world brands await customers, where you can buy clothes, accessories, jewelry, cosmetics, gadgets and souvenirs.

Historic street with 1920-40 Art Deco buildings, which is a popular "promenade" and gathering place for the bohemian public. The street stretches for several kilometers along the ocean. Many buildings of architectural interest were demolished. Those that remained were recognized as national historical monuments. On Ocean Drive you can see a lot of vintage cars.

The facility is located in central Miami on Biscayne Boulevard. It was erected in 1925 for the office of The Miami News. In 1957, the building was taken over by the city authorities, and a center for the reception of Cuban immigrants was located on its territory. The name "Freedom Tower" was assigned to the building because the Cubans who fled from the regime of F. Castro believed that they had gained true freedom in the United States. Nowadays, the tower houses a museum and a library of Cuban literature.

Sports complex, which was opened in 1999. The Miami Heat is the home of the NBA basketball team. The arena is designed for 20 thousand spectators. It hosts not only sports events, but also concerts of world stars. Cher, Madonna, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Tina Turner, Britney Spears and other famous pop singers performed at the American Airlines Arena.

Shopping malls located right on the embankment near the seaport. On the territory of "Bayside" there are more than 150 shops, as well as many cafes and bars. Performances and concerts are constantly arranged in the market to attract buyers. In the evening, it turns into a street filled with walking tourists. On Bayside you can buy clothes, local crafts, souvenirs and much more.

The museum was founded in 1984 as an art center. Since 1996 it has been functioning as a museum with a permanent exhibition. The collection contains exhibits created in the XX-XXI centuries, brought from various parts of the world. The funds continue to grow thanks to private collections, the owners of which constantly donate new works of art to the museum. More than 300 thousand people visit the gallery every year.

City Historical Museum, which houses exhibits covering a wide period of Florida history. The collection is located on two floors and covers an area of ​​more than 3.7 thousand m². The museum organizes and develops research programs, holds open events for visitors and participates in scientific research. "HistoryMiami" is a whole scientific and cultural complex with a full-fledged research base.

The museum's collection is located on the territory of two buildings that served as synagogues in the past. The main building is a historical building from 1936, created with elements architectural style art deco. The exhibition contains photographs, documents, household items and other artifacts that tell about the role of Jews in US history, as well as the cultural traditions of this nation.

Sculptural composition designed by K. Treister in 1980-90. funded by the Rothschild family. The memorial is made in the form of a hand stretched out to the sky, along which emaciated human figures with imprints of monstrous suffering on their faces climb up. The memorial is very expressive and can evoke strong emotions in the viewer. The sculptor managed to express all the horror that the Jewish people experienced in the 1930s and 40s. during the genocide.

A full-fledged educational center with a large number of interactive exhibits and compositions, where children can get acquainted with world culture, as well as try themselves in some professions. On the territory of the museum there are exhibition galleries, a lecture hall, classrooms, a gift shop and a restaurant. The center offers classes in painting, modeling, photography and sculpture.

Gesu is the oldest Catholic church in Miami. It was erected in 1896 at the expense of the city's Catholic community. For a long time the temple was an important spiritual center of the city. The first church was built of wood. In 1921, the construction of a stone building began. Since 1905, a full-fledged school has functioned on the basis of the temple. During active emigration from Cuba, the Catholic Latin American Center was organized in Jesu, which helped the newly arrived immigrants to adapt.

One of the first churches in Miami, founded in 1896. Initially, it was wooden, in 1912-25. a stone temple was built in its place. The building of the cathedral is included in the National Register historical sites United States for Special Architectural Value. The church was built in a picturesque pseudo-Romanesque style. The facade and walls are painted white. They are decorated with arched openings and graceful balustrades.

An amusement park located on Watson Island. Jungle Island is known for its unforgettable shows, which are attended by tigers, lions, exotic birds and other fauna. In addition to cats, the park is home to lemurs, snakes, penguins, crocodiles, orangutans and turtles. The territory is also located big lake with a protected area and a public beach.

The Miami Aquarium is one of the very first marine parks to open in the United States. Killer whales, sharks, seals, crocodiles, stingrays, turtles, as well as dolphins that everyone loves live here. Due to comfortable climatic conditions Florida, the inhabitants of the aquarium feel quite comfortable. Popular shows with dolphins and fur seals are held under open sky year-round.

The zoo is located about 25 km from Miami. It covers an area of ​​300 hectares. In order to see all the animals, you have to walk more than 5 km. Taking into account this moment, the rental of bicycles and wheelchairs with an awning is organized for visitors, and for people with disabilities - wheelchairs. In addition to numerous animals, the zoo is pleasing to the eye with lush tropical vegetation. The menagerie regularly hosts shows for children.

A public park in central Miami, located on the shores of Biscayne Bay. It was opened in 1925. The architect W. G. Manning worked on the project. The park was completely renovated in the 1980s. under the leadership of I. Noguchi. Here are constantly held public holidays and fairs on Christmas Eve, as well as public balls and various concerts.

A scenic walking path that stretches from South Beach for about 7 km in a northerly direction along the ocean coast. The place belongs to the category of "must-see" in Miami. The trail is perfect for leisurely walks, jogging and cycling. There are cafes along the way. beautiful places for swimming, decorative fountains with drinking water and cozy benches.

Green area covering an area of ​​33 hectares. There are 14 artificial lakes within the garden. Tropical and subtropical flora is striking in its impressive diversity. The Botanical Garden was established in 1938 by Professor D. Fairchild and Colonel R. Montgomery at the expense of patrons. The park is open all year round. For numerous visitors, a variety of events are held for every taste.

A natural area that includes a swampy plain, mangroves and tropical forests. A large number of rare birds and animals live here. The park is covered with a wide network of lakes that create a unique ecosystem. The Everglades is sometimes called "the largest swamp in the world", as the area of ​​flooded territories covers more than 6 thousand km². There are a lot of alligators in the park.

Miami Beach

Miami Beach is a resort connected to mainland Miami by causeways across Biscayne Bay. This is where the real vacation begins: for 11 km stretched sandy beaches lined with high-rise hotels and private residential buildings. If your hotel has its own beachfront lot, as is the case with hotels around 46th Street, you can sunbathe there; if not, you will always find a way out.

Miami Beach (Miami Beach) has the best beaches in the country: with white sand, warm aquamarine water, no worse than in the Bahamas. Does the imagination conjure images of Art Deco hotels, roller-skating models, well-groomed boys and speeding cars? This is Ocean Drive (Ocean Drive) (1st to 11th Streets) with a beach serving mainly as a gathering place for important peacocks. A fusion of waves, sunshine and exhibitionist beauty is what made South Beach (or, as it is also called, SoBe) famous all over the world.

Stroll down Hispaniola Way in the evening (Espanola Way), European street with restaurants and cafes. A few more blocks north and you're on Lincoln Road (Lincoln Road) (between Alton Rd and Washington Avenue), which at this time becomes a pedestrian alley where everyone can admire the stunning beauty and brightness of SoBe creations.

A few decades ago, these wonderful beaches almost disappeared due to soil erosion caused by spontaneous development of the coast. In the late 1970s Engineering troops came to the rescue, pouring 10 million m³ of sand onto a drained coastal strip 91 m wide.

Art Deco Historic District

The well-preserved Art Deco Historic District, dominated by pastel colors, just screams that this is Miami. Here is the world's largest concentration of "deco" - about 1200 buildings stood along the streets around Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue (Collins Ave). To organize tours or get information, go to the Art Deco Hospitality Center first (Art Deco Welcome Center) (Tel: 305-531-3484; www.mdpl.org; 1200 Ocean Drive; 9:30-19:00).

World Museum of Erotic Art

www.weam.com 1205 Washington Ave; adults over 18 $15; 11.00-22.00, until 24.00 Fri and Sat

Indifferent to naked bodies on South Beach? There is something here to grab your attention: an amazing collection of erotic art, even the furniture depicts all parts of the body and details of sexual acts.

Holover Beach

Holover Beach - the beach at the northern end of the seaside is designed for outdoor recreation, while the lazy ones can hide under palm trees. Here they are actively engaged in windsurfing, launching flying saucers and fishing from the pier. In addition, you can use the grill here, so you can turn your outing into a picnic.

surfside

surfside (surfside) on 93rd Street and the beaches between 64th and 53rd Streets are great for swimming, as they are away from the crowds of vacationers that besiege Miami Beach. 21st Street is favored by young people who have turned fast food buffets into lively summer clubs.

South Beach in Miami

South Beach in Miami, Florida, an area planned in the early 1900s, is characterized by stunning Art Deco architecture. Although many of the buildings are in a state of disrepair or have been demolished, the recent surge in interest in this style has led to the restoration and renewal of this wonderful area.

According to magazines such as The New Times and GQ, South Beach has won the palm over Los Angeles and New York, the busiest nightlife cities. There are over 150 clubs, lounges and bars here, most of which are open until 5 am, so there's nothing stopping you from dancing the night away. The entrance fee can be high, sometimes not everyone is allowed in, but if you manage to get in, you will not regret the expense.

Around Washington Avenue, in the area between 8th and 21st streets, you can stroll among the hotels, residential buildings, restaurants and shops that grew here during the 1920s and 1930s. during the tourist boom, shining with chrome and bakelite, colored ceramic tiles and mirrored glass, Egyptian and Aztec ornaments. After years of neglect by purists who saw the style as vulgar, South Beach and the Art Deco Quarter have once again become not only Florida's trendiest destination, but also one of the entertainment and fashion hotspots. Dress stunningly, order a cocktail. Everyone looks like a movie star these days.

One of the most famous places high fashion photography, South Beach Boulevard is a recognizable backdrop for various social events. Here vacationers are proud of their good physical shape and fashionable clothes, and they are ready to demonstrate it without hesitation.

Here you can meet half-naked beauties, beach regulars, bon vivants, stylish teenagers, supermodels. South Beach is always full of exotic sights, sounds and scents.

Party at south beach they do not stop all year round, but in summer it is humid and tropical storms often fly in.

Collins Avenue

Collins Avenue (Collins Avenue) stretches along numerous, more modern (1950s) hotels, the flagship of which is the Fontainebleau Hotel on 44th Street. Similar 1950s style. created another architectural security zone in the city, called MiMo. Fontainebleau reopened in 2008 after a $1 billion renovation, including the construction of four new towers. Even if you don't live here, come here for a drink and a look at this monument of American leisure.

For the ultra-modern glitz of South Beach, check out the Delano Hotel (1685 Collins Avenue). Innkeeper Ian Schrager and industrial designer Philippe Starck collaborated to transform this 1947 inn into a stark look. And the building itself stands out with its modernist ribbed tower.

Metro Miami

Metro Miami is a business hub with department stores, restaurants, and nightclubs clustered around Flagler Street and Biscayne Avenue. But it's even noisier south of downtown in Little Havana, whose core of 30 blocks is centered around Calle Ocho (SW 8th Street) east of 37th Avenue. More than a quarter of Greater Miami's 2 million people are Cubans, and this is where they roll their cigars, eat and dance.

Taste strong Cuban coffee served on the streets in paper cups, or cocoa, dipping churro donuts into it. Domino Park sprawls along Calle Ocho and 14th Street, where neighbors (only men; women are just spectators) play chess with dedication worthy of a grandmaster. Manuel Artemé Theater (900 SW 1st Street) is the stage venue for the ballet company of the Miami Spanish Ballet (Miami Hispanic Ballet). On Calle Ocho and 12th Street is the El Credito Cigar Factory, where you can watch cigars being expertly rolled, crimped, wrapped and cut. End your walk at one of the stunning Cuban restaurants lining the streets.

Coral Gables and Coconut Grove

If you need more measured and European atmosphere, go here. Designed as a "model suburb" by George Merrick in the 1920s, Coral Gables (Coral Gables) is a Mediterranean-style village built around shops and restaurants on the Mile of Wonders (Miracle Mile), i.e. four blocks of Coral Way (coral way) between Douglas (Douglas) and Le Jeune Road (LeJeune Rds).

Miami's closest artistic neighborhood is Coconut Grove, a glorious neighborhood of trendy shops, galleries, and parks where beautiful sailboats bobs in the harbor. Coconut Grove and South Beach are great choices for those who don't want to rent a car. The nightlife here is in full swing, which cannot be said about the rest of the city.

Key Biscayne

Beyond Rickenbacker Dam on Key Biscayne stretches the beautiful coastline of Cape Florida Health State Park. Bill Baggs. But among the many Miami attractions associated with wildlife, Miami Aquarium stands out brightly (tel.: 305-365-25-01; www.miamiseaquarium.com), just behind the levee on the Virginia Key fencing island. Here you will meet whales, dolphins, sharks and turtles busy playing, eating and relaxing. To the delight of the spectators, dolphins jump out of the water for fish. Recently there was a pleasant opportunity to swim with dolphins. In addition, only in the Oceanarium can you see a rare animal manatee, otherwise a sea cow resembling a seal, which was found in abundance in Florida waters.

Parrot Jungle Park

In Parrot Jungle Park on Jungle Island www.jungleisland.com birds do tricks better than dolphins: ride a bike, rollerblade, even add numbers. Only flamingos are worthy of your attention.

But the biggest inventors are people. See what entrepreneur James Dearing did with his Biscay mansion (3251 South Miami Avenue; tel: 305-250-91-33; www.vizcayamuseum.org). This luxury palace in the Renaissance style of 70 rooms on the shores of Biscayne Bay, it absorbed almost all the artistic styles of the West - from the altar of 200 AD. e. to the golden plumbing fixtures of 1915. The English Gardens are strikingly beautiful, and the barge in the harbor is carved from stone by the sculptor Stirling Calder and is not as expressive as the works of his son Alexander. It's a pleasure to spend afternoons there.

In 1925 the monastery of St. Bernard (16711 West Dixie Highway, at Biscayne Avenue exit) was transported here from Segovia in Spain to a single stone in 11 thousand boxes. It was bought by newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst, who wanted a swimming pool on his California estate. Unfortunately, the crates were lined with straw, which the USDA considered hazardous to the health of livestock. (foot-and-mouth disease raged in Segovia then), so that the dismantled monastery remained on the east coast. It was bought and assembled by a local entrepreneur, and now the monastery has become a favorite wedding venue. The choral performances here are a pleasant tribute to the past.

Finally, the Monument to the Victims of the Holocaust (Meridian Avenue and Dade Boulevard) in the form of a sculpture of Love and Torment is dedicated to the memory of 6 million dead Jews. Cast by the American sculptor Kenneth Treister, a huge hand, 13 meters high, bears the number of the Auschwitz concentration camp, and the whole hand is plastered with human figures. The memorial, which combines historical expositions, photographs and other sculptural monuments, makes you think a lot.

shopping

Wander in search of something unusual, designer among the small shops of South Beach on Collins Ave (Collins Avenue) between 6th and 9th streets and along Lincoln Rd (Lincoln Road). For something unique, head to Little Havana or the Design District.

There is an art deco store on Ocean Drive in Miami. It sells all sorts of trinkets: glasses, a pizza cutter in the shape of a racing car, art deco posters. These posters are very popular and there are many of them. They cost an average of $15. But the owner of this store also deserves attention. She walks with a dog and openly flirts with customers.

Also in Miami there is a museum of erotica. This museum has paintings depicting favorite cartoons in a sexual way. Erotic items from different eras are collected here. The owner of this museum is not shy and is happy to talk about each exhibit, although she is already 80 years old. The prices here are very different. Street art - graffiti - is popular in Miami. There is a graffiti gallery here. It sells graffiti figurines, paintings and accessories. Small figurines in this gallery cost from $25.

Galleries South Florida showcases works by renowned artists and sculptors every month. And all works can be bought. For example, you will be very lucky if you get to a wire exhibition. There are various items made of wire, but they are very expensive. Since everyone in Miami is obsessed with a healthy lifestyle, you only need to eat here natural and organic food. One such delicacy is granola. Granola is the same muesli, but they are only poured with sweet syrup and baked. Granola is served with fresh fruit. You can buy it, granola is sold in a jar. One can costs about $13.

There are a lot of Cubans living in Miami, even more than Americans. And thanks to the Cubans in Miami you can buy a cigar. The most expensive cigar costs $35, but if you don't have that kind of money, you can buy cheaper, for $7.

Night clubs

To increase your chances of getting into big clubs, call ahead to get on the guest list first. If you have beautiful, well-dressed girls in your company, this will not hurt either (unless you go to a gay club). In South Beach clubs and places where live music is played, you will have to pay from $ 20 to $ 25 for admission, in other places half of this amount.

Festivals and events

Cale Ocho Festival

This big street party takes place in March and is the culmination of the Miami Carnival, a ten-day celebration of Hispanic culture.

Winter Music Conference

The dance and electronic music concert is organized by SXSW and takes place every March.

Gumbei Festival

A big celebration in honor of the Bahamian culture in Coconut Grove, the time is the first week of June.

White Party

The week-long extravaganza takes place in November. The non-stop party attracts over 15,000 gays and lesbians from all over the city.

Art Basel Miami Beach

An art exhibition of international importance is held every December. This is the same exhibition as Art-Basel in Switzerland.

Dangerous

There are several areas in Miami that are considered dangerous at night: Little Haiti (Miami Coastal Area and Biscayne Boulevard) and areas below Fifth Street (5th St) In South Beach. As for the city center, be careful when you are at the Greyhound station and near the slums near the paved roads, bridges and overpasses.

Public transport

Metro Dade Transit (Tel: 305-891-3131; www.miamidade.gov/transit) operates local metrobuses (Metrobus) and metro trains (Metrorail) ($2), as well as a free monorail Metro Mover (Metromover) serving the city center.

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The road there and back

Miami International Airport (Miami International Airport) (MIA; www.miami-airport.com) is located 9.66 km west of the center. You can get to it by SuperShuttle (Tel: 305-871-8210; www.supershuttle.com), which costs about $26 to go to South Beach.

Greyhound sends its transport to all big cities Florida. Main Terminals: Airport Terminal (Airport terminal) (Tel: 305-871-1810; 4111NW 27th St) and Miami Downtown Terminal (Miami Downtown terminal) (Tel: 305-374-6160; 1012 NW 1st Ave).

Amtrak (Amtrak) (Tel: 305-835-1222; 8303 NW 37th Ave) has a main terminal in Miami. Tri-Rail commuter system (Tel: 800-874-7245; www.tri-rail.com) serves Miami (with free transfer to Miami transit system) and MIA, Fort Lauderdale and its airport, and West Palm Beach (West palm beach) and its airport ($11.55 round trip).

Miami is one of the most fashionable and fashionable resorts in the world, as well as a major financial and industrial center of the United States.

The climate in Miami is particularly mild and constantly sunny, so you can relax here literally throughout the year. Moreover, the beaches of Miami are famous for their special golden sand, and the sea for its extraordinary purity and azure color.

In addition, Miami is known for great restaurants, luxury hotels, trendy nightclubs, fashionable shops and its guests, which often include the most famous people in the world.

Region	State of Florida, Miami-Dade County
Population	433146 (2009)
Population density	4 687 people/km²
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Climate and weather

You can relax in Miami almost all year round. The weather here forms a monsoonal tropical climate. In addition, the warm ocean current of the Gulf Stream flows 24 km from the coast, which makes the local climate very mild and warm. Thus, it is safe to say that the weather in Miami is just perfect: +22...+24 °С in winter and +28...+35 °С in summer. The rainy and hurricane season is from May to September.

Nature

Miami is located in the southeastern US state Florida right on the Atlantic coast. The city and its environs lie on a flat area, between the bay Biscayne and wetlands Everglades. The main part of Miami is located directly on the coast of the bay, as well as on artificial and natural islands.

Attractions

Among the architectural sights of Miami, the most interesting is Villa Vizcaya, which is a luxurious palace, which was built in the Italian Renaissance style. Today in the building of this palace is located Art Museum . No less remarkable is the bohemian area Art Deco, consisting of buildings built in the 20s in the Art Nouveau style. It is also worth paying attention to the colorful Villa Casa Casuarina(1930), old mansions of the area Coral Gables and the Cuban region Little Havana.

In addition, Miami has a wide variety of museums. Among them, it is worth highlighting the Police Museum with exhibits such as a gas chamber, a guillotine, an electric chair and much more. Also definitely worth a visit Historical Museum of South Florida, where unique archaeological exhibits, art objects, historical documents, priceless jewelry and household items are collected.

Miami's natural attractions are no less diverse. Among them, the most popular is the reserve " Lion country”, on the territory of which you can observe wild animals living in natural conditions. In addition, it is recommended to visit the exotic park " Jungle parrots» and tropical reserve « monkey jungle", as well as the park" Everglades”, on the territory of which there are Indian villages and an alligator farm. And finally, it is advised to go to the island of Key Largo, next to which there is an underwater park . The main attraction of this reserve is a huge bronze sculpture of Christ, which is located directly under the water.

Food

The restaurant business in Miami is very developed and popular, and local gastronomic establishments are very diverse and original. Moreover, in addition to existing restaurants, bars and cafes, new establishments are constantly opening here. It should be noted that each district of the city has its own culinary traditions. For example, in the territory Miami Beach Cuban restaurants are the most widespread, where you can enjoy boiled lobsters with lemon and drink one of the famous Cuban cocktails, such as mojito or daiquiri. Well, in the area Art Deco there are establishments of various orientations, from French to Belarusian.

However, despite the fact that in Miami there are restaurants for almost every taste, the citizens prefer Caribbean cuisine, the main products of which are fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as seafood. It is in such restaurants that you can taste fragrant vegetable soups and stews, fried fish and grilled meat. Well, in restaurants. national cuisine Dried pork and stuffed pig with sweet potatoes are considered the most popular and original dishes.

The most elite establishments are concentrated in the districts Coconut Grove and Coral Gables. In addition, there are many modest budget cafes throughout the city offering fresh salads, french fries, burgers and soft drinks.

Accommodation

In terms of tourism, Miami is so popular that here you can find a hotel of almost any well-known world "chain". Moreover, in Miami there are more than a hundred different hotels and hotels, among which you will not find even two identical ones. In general, the resort has simply immersed in luxury establishments, but there are also hotels that are available to any traveler. And everywhere the quality of service is simply excellent, regardless of the number of stars on the facade. Most hotels of various classes are concentrated in the area North Miami Beach where you can find both budget hostels and family hotels. Well, the most luxurious and expensive hotels are located directly next to the coast: The Ritz-Carlton South Beach, Fontainebleau Miami Beach Resort, The Setai South Beach etc.

It is worth considering that in full swing tourist season here is the period from the Christmas holidays to the end of April. In this regard, in this period of time, the cost of even the most ordinary room is $ 140-170 per day.

Entertainment and recreation

Miami is one of the most popular resort cities in the US, so it's no wonder there are so many options for recreation and entertainment.

Of course, the most popular are spacious and well-equipped beaches, among which it is necessary to highlight the famous Miami Beach and South Beach. Moreover, almost all beaches provide excellent conditions for practicing any kind of water sports (diving, swimming, fishing, windsurfing, sailing, etc.). Also, everyone is invited to try themselves in such extreme sports as skydiving, parasailing, kitesurfing and wakeboarding. In addition, almost all beaches have football and volleyball courts. In general, especially for sports fans, there are many tennis courts and golf courses, as well as several motor racing tracks and horseback riding.

Miami can also boast of its vibrant and vibrant nightlife, as there are a large number of nightclubs, discos, restaurants and sports bars. Moreover, in some places you can not only dance, but also listen to jazz or Cuban rhythms, as well as watch colorful concerts and shows.

Well, vacationers with children are recommended to visit the local Oceanarium, where a variety of entertainment events take place every day, a zoo Miami Metrozoo and beautiful botanical garden Fairchild Tropical Gardens. Also, be sure to check out the park. "Parrot Jungle", nature reserve "Lion of Lions", underwater John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and national park "Everglades".

Purchases

When it comes to the number and choice of stores, Miami is second only to New York. Moreover, they have a very different focus: from huge shopping centers and fashion boutiques to small shops and souvenir shops. The most popular places for shopping here are the shopping area Dolphin Mall, on the territory of which there are about 12 department stores and more than 200 various shops, as well as a shopping center Prime Outlets with many first-class boutiques. Also, a large number of luxury boutiques that offer clothes, accessories and perfumes of the most famous brands can be found directly in the central part of the city. Moreover, in some of them, for example, in Macy's and bloomingdale, prices are much more attractive than in New York shopping pavilions.

It is also recommended to visit the areas South Beach, Lincoln Road and Collins Avenue, which are a kind of epicenter of a cluster of vintage shops and fashion boutiques. No less remarkable is the area Coral Gables, which is famous for its large number of shops with luxurious interior items, while the Downtown area is simply replete with a variety of jewelry. In addition, original souvenir shops are scattered almost throughout the city, although most of them are concentrated in the districts. South Beach, Lincoln Road and Collins Avenue. A notable place for shopaholics is a shopping and restaurant pedestrianized street lincoln street, where you can find shops with youth and sports brands, as well as books and music stores.

Transport

International Miami airport and marine Port of Miami are among the busiest ports in the country.

In Miami, the most common type of public transport are buses which are comfortable and high level service. The cost of one trip is $1.5. Well, travelers who want to save money are advised to buy a ticket that is valid for one week and costs about $19. In addition, Miami has an automated surface metro.

Also quite popular means of transportation here is Taxi. Moreover, it is most convenient to call him directly by phone, and the cost of services should be negotiated in advance.

Connection

In Miami, the cheapest way to communicate is street machines powered by 25 cent coins. Also, some of the newer machines work with phone cards, which can be purchased at any kiosk. International calls from a hotel or restaurant will cost an order of magnitude more.

Mobile communications in the US use standards GSM 850/1900 and CDMA which do not match the European ones. Therefore, a tri-band telephone is required for roaming to function. For local calls, it is recommended to purchase an American prepaid SIM card. Moreover, it is worth considering that the higher the face value of such a card, the more profitable the tariff.

Internet access is provided in almost all public places, as well as in hotels.

Safety

In Miami, as in any resort city, general safety standards should be followed, and special care is recommended in transport and public places with a large number of people. It should be borne in mind that despite the rather calm atmosphere of the city, there are several criminogenic areas where the crime rate is quite high, for example, the area Overtown.

Business climate

Miami is one of the most important financial centers USA. In addition, the city is considered the most important center commerce and transnational business groups. Among the large corporations based in Miami and its environs, it is worth highlighting such world-famous giants as Akerman Senterfitt, Arquitectonica, Bacardi, celebrity cruises, Burger King, CompUSA, Greenberg Traurig, Inktel Direct, Navarro Discount Pharmacies. In addition, due to the proximity Latin America, here are the main offices of the Latin American departments of multinational corporations (AIG, Cisco, Disney, Kraft Foods, Microsoft, Yahoo, Sony, Wal-Mart, etc.).

The city is also a stronghold of television, the music industry and international trade.

Real estate

Since 2001, Miami has experienced a massive building boom that continues to this day. However, in 2007, the US real estate market collapsed, resulting in large losses. Money and real estate rights. To date, the local market has fully settled, and the rapid growth of skyscrapers has led to a sharp increase in offers for sale and rent. office space and residential real estate. It is worth noting that in the suburbs of Miami, the cost of housing is sometimes several orders of magnitude lower than in its center and on the coast.

If possible, a trip to Miami is recommended to coincide with International Orchid Festival which takes place in the middle of May. It is one of the most anticipated and colorful events in the life of the city and differs significantly from ordinary flower shows. During the holiday, there are many master classes and lectures on growing flowers, medicinal and culinary properties of exotic plants. In addition, during the festival, you can not only admire beautiful exotic plants, but also buy your favorite flowers.

It has a very mild climate, and almost constant sunny weather. You can relax here all year round, and many tourists take advantage of this opportunity.

Miami is resort town, which attracts travelers with its modernity and fashion trends. In addition, Miami is not the last place in the field of finance and production of the country. But still, the city deserved the greatest popularity because of the abundance of restaurants, nightclubs, fashion stores and the opportunity to meet the most famous people peace.

Speaking of Miami, one cannot fail to mention the main attraction of the city - Miami Beach. This is a resort that is connected to the city itself with the help of dams. It is an immaculate sandy beach that stretches for 11 km. Here are located best beaches in a country with the purest water and very beautiful white sand.

There are also many architectural sights in the city. Among them, one can single out Villa Vizcaya, which is magnificent palace, made in the unique style of the Renaissance. In addition, it is worth visiting the Art Deco district, which is filled with Art Nouveau buildings.

Museums this city is also not deprived. The most popular is the Police Museum, where you can look at unusual exhibits. You can also highlight the Historical Museum of South Florida, which displays art, priceless finds and the most important ancient documents.

As already said, beach holiday very popular in Miami. In addition to the fact that the beaches are equipped with everything you need, here you can do very interesting things. Miami Beach has excellent conditions for classes water sports sports, in addition, you can play football and volleyball.

There will also be something for nightlife lovers. Miami has a huge number of nightclubs and bars, restaurants and other establishments. You can not only dance in them, but also look at the performances of celebrities.

For people who came to Miami with their families, they will also not be bored. You can make a whole list of places that family people will like. Among them are the Oceanarium, the famous Miami Metrozoo Zoo, the Fairchild Tropical Gardens that amaze with its beauty, the Land of Lions nature reserve, and much more.

Shopping lovers will love it here. In terms of the number of stores and the excitement around them, Miami is second only to New York. In Miami, you can find everything from large shopping centers with fashionable shops to small souvenir shops. Fans of expensive and branded clothes are advised to visit the city center, where fashionable boutiques are located.

Traveling to Miami is best to start in mid-May, when the famous orchid festival begins, which has international status. This event is the most anticipated and colorful in the city. Numerous master classes on the proper care of flowers are held here, as well as exotic plants that will not leave tourists indifferent.

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