Miami Art Deco Cocktail

Highlights

2h and a half to 3h Tour
Local Guide
Top Rated
3 Drinks Included

Summary

This tour is tailor-made for architecture, history and cocktail enthusiasts! Our knowledgeable guide will lead you on a captivating journey through the South Beach area, unveiling the fascinating stories that have shaped it into an iconic part of Miami's history. You'll gain insights into the various phases that Ocean Drive has undergone throughout the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s.

Tour info

Duration

2 hours 50 minutes - 3 hours 30 minutes

Pricing (From)

Adult: (18-99 years)

$65.00

Why take this tour?

Discover how the presence of Miami's mafia played a pivotal role in the development of luxurious Art Deco buildings, often hosting clandestine casinos without police interference (you will learn how!). As you explore, you'll encounter remarkable Art Deco pieces, and at select moments, indulge in three handpicked cocktails within the opulent lobbies of renowned Art Deco hotels.

Secure your spot on this engaging tour using the calendar on your right, and prepare to engage all your senses with our Art Deco Cocktail Walking Tour in South Beach!

- Your tour will start inside the lobby of The Betsy Hotel, Built in 1942 by L. Murray Dixon, the architect responsible for many famous Miami Beach Art Deco hotels, The Betsy stands as the lone surviving example of Florida Georgian architecture on Ocean Drive today. Where we are going to Kick off the libanations with a curated Sangria, one of the top selling cocktails of the house.
- Next, stroll along Ocean Drive as our guide unveils hidden secrets and highlights classic Art Deco design elements that distinguish Miami's Art Deco. Pass by iconic hotels like the McAlpin, Crescent, and Cavalier, with our guide sharing their history.
- Time for another drink! Enjoy a refreshing Mojito at a famous Art Deco hotel built in 1939, known for its appearances in films like "A Hole in the Head" (1959), "There's Something About Mary" (1998), and "Any Given Sunday" (1999), steeped in cinematic charm.
- Our guide will delve into the intriguing history of the mafias that shaped South Beach's development, fueled by drug money. Understand the price South Beach paid during its tumultuous past as a dangerous locale.
- Before our final cocktail, explore renowned hotels like The Vikton, Dream Hotel, Mairland Hotel, and more.
- Conclude your tour with a delightful Margarita at an Art Deco hotel bar once frequented by Miami's high society of criminals.

What’s included?

3 drinks included
Guide
Walking tour
Pick-up & Drop-off service
Guide's Gratuity

Things to know

Before you book

*Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
For Specific Dietary needs, email us, to check if we can accomodate your request

Before you go

Not wheelchair accessible
Recommended Comfortable Shoes

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