The Official Miami Tour

Miami, Florida, is amongst the nation's favorite tourist destinations. The city enjoys a warm subtropical climate, and is bordered by the green Everglades to the west, and the Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean to the east.

If you are spending some time in the sunny city, don't forget to go for a Miami city tour. These tours take you to see all the attractions the city has to offer. You'll get a feel for the city, and catch a glimpse of some of the best of Miami attractions.

The Official Tour

Several tour operators run Miami city tours. These tours generally include pick up and drop facilities at your hotel for your convenience. A tour guide accompanies you on the tour, and provides fascinating information about the city.

The Miami city tour should last, at the most, for two hours, and will include a stop at Miami's finest shopping center: the "Bayside" marketplace. Same goes for the boat tour.

Depending on the package, you get to explore the city in an open-air bus, see Biscayne Bay in a boat, or even go to the Everglades to catch a glimpse of endangered wildlife.

See the Colorful Miami Neighborhoods

The Miami bus tour will take you sightseeing in Upper East Side, South Beach, Downtown Miami, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Little Haiti, Little Havana (do not worry, you do not have to be a communist to visit this quaint little neighborhood), the Edgewater district, Wynwood and in Design district, among other locations.

Downtown Miami is the integral part of the tour. Some of the best restaurants, cafes, parks, and shopping locations are located here. Downtown Miami is the central financial district of Miami. The places of interest here include numerous museums, bookstores, places of worship, libraries, skyscrapers, hotel towers, offices, government buildings and offices, residential buildings and theatres.

The tour of Miami will take you to several other attractions that are scattered all over the city. On this official tour of the city, you will get to see places like the Venetian Causeway, Vizcaya museum, the American Airlines Arena, Marlins Ballpark, the CocoWalk marketplace, Holocaust Memorial, Old Cutler Road, MiMo historical district, the Art Deco district, Calle Ocho, and countless others.

Also, your Miami excursions will include visits to properties belonging to several Hollywood celebrities, famous sportspersons and politicians. Some examples of celebrities who own properties in Miami include Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Shakira, Shaquille O'Neal, and Beyoncé (Beyoncé has no intention of paying any income tax).



Tour of Biscayne Bay

The next stop on your Miami Excursions List is the official Miami boat tour of Biscayne Bay. On the tour, you get a chance to see the city and its various neighborhoods, parks and buildings from afar. You will get to see several premier Miami attractions, like the Port of Miami, Watson, Star, and Fisher Island.

Apart from this, the Miami boat tour is also popular because it's a great way to see the marine life in the bay. Several kinds of fish, crustaceans, whales and dolphins can be seen during the tour. You can also get down at the "Bayside" marketplace, head to South Beach, rent diving gear or a snorkeling mask, and dive in the waters of the bay!



 

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Heaven on Earth

Miami is one of the prime tourist destinations in the world. Millions of tourists come to this glamorous city every year to enjoy the balmy weather, the soft breezes, the sandy beaches, and the tranquil waters. A majority of visitors also make the trip from Miami to Key West so as to end their vacation on a high note.

Key West is a gorgeous island city that is located at the southernmost tip of the Florida Keys. Tourists may take a boat cruise across the Florida Keys to come to Key West. You may also use the services of a Miami to Key West Shuttle, air travel, or even drive down to the island paradise.

Tourists who have not had enough of the picturesque surroundings of Miami will be enthralled by the different Key West attractions. Key West has something to offer for everyone. Young and old, art lovers and adventurers, nature enthusiasts and extreme sports lovers, and so on., will all be able to enjoy a Key West tour.


Hotels, restaurants, bars, and the night life.

Key West is home to a wide variety of hotels. Tourists can choose to live in the historic inns and small mansions that are scattered around the old town Key West, or opt for a traditional guest house or cottage located in some of the peaceful Key West neighborhoods. If you are a water baby, then there are several waterfront hotels and resorts that will cater to your needs. Such resorts also come with their own private beaches!

There is no death of restaurants in the island city. Tourists will come across a variety of restaurants that serve some of the most delicious seafood on the planet. Key West is also known for its unique cuisine that combines the European technique of making food with the local produce, Caribbean spices and flavors, and the freshest lobsters and fishes found in the coasts of Key West. Additionally, most of these restaurants offer indoor as well as outdoor seating facilities. A romantic dinner under a star-lit sky is one of finest meals that you can experience.

Key West is also known for its vibrant nightlife that lasts well into the night. There are several bars that offer perfectly blended martinis, the finest wines and champagnes, etc. along with soothing music for company.

Water Excursions in Key West

The pristine waters that surround the island of Key West are home to some of best water adventures in the world. Tourists can go snorkeling in Key West and check out the only living barrier reef in North America. Diving excursions to various locations such as the Vandenberg wreck is a once in a lifetime experience! You may also go scuba diving in the coral reefs that surround the Dry Tortugas islands near Key West.

Couples will be delighted by the sailing expeditions across the serene waters of Key West. You can catch the kaleidoscopic colors of the famed Key West sunset with your partner, and then enjoy a delightful moonlight dinner aboard the sailboat. Oh what a joy!

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A Two-Fold Excursion

A lot of tourists who come from Miami to Everglades to revel in Miami Everglades tours can opt for a two-fold adventure of an Everglades airboat tour and a tram tour of the amazing wetlands.

The airboat tour: Tourists may go for the fan boat ride at first and then go for the tram tour, or vice versa. Either way, this combined Everglade tour Miami is bound to make you happy to the very bones. There are a number of vendors who offer alligators tours of the Everglades, and customers can choose one that suits their needs. They can go for a private tour, a semi-private tour, or a group tour. It may be noted that private tours generally feature smaller airboats which have the capability to go to those remote areas of the Everglades that are inaccessible by large airboats which ferry groups of tourists. Additionally, private tours can be customized as per the wishes of the customer. The only downside of a private tour is that it is a little more expensive than group tours. The trip begins with a thrilling ride across the glassy waters of the swamp at fabulous speeds. After sometime, the boat slows down and travelers are able to see the unique surroundings and its wild inhabitants. The tour will also consist of several stops where alligators and other wild creatures are spotted. You can capture such up-close interaction with the wildlife with your cameras. The expert guides on these boats will share information about the native flora and fauna, as well as the history of the region. The airboat tour is thus an enjoyable and a learning experience.


 

The tram tour: Visitors can take the Everglades shuttle to visit the Everglades National Park, from where they can avail of a tram tour across Shark Valley. The tickets for the tour are reasonably priced at $19 per adult. The trip is divided into two parts with a stop after about 8 miles. The first half of the tour is along a winding paved road with culverts that facilitate the free flow of water, while the second half is along a straight road. Visitors will be able to spot a variety of animals during this trip. The stopover comes with a visit to the Shark Valley Observation Tower. It is quite isolated, but offers a great way to observe the Everglades. You can climb to the deck and see miles and miles of the wetlands. Also, the ramp in the tower is built in such a way that each section provides a unique view of the Everglades. You will be so entranced by the sights that you would want to keep on doing it over and over again! There are several trails near the tower. The guides on the tour can take you for a hike along these trails. It is most likely that you will encounter a wild alligator during this hike. It may be scary, but a safe and very thrilling experience!

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