This ride covers the stretch of Miami Beach most visitors picture first: Ocean Drive and the Art Deco Historic District, where pastel hotels from the 1930s line the street across from the sand. Your driver-guide points out the buildings worth a second look and pulls over for photos before continuing to Española Way, a low-rise block built to look like a Mediterranean side street, and Lincoln Road, the pedestrian promenade lined with shops and cafés.
From there the route runs south to South Pointe Park, where Biscayne Bay meets the open Atlantic at the tip of the island, then north again along Collins Avenue past the hotel row that runs up toward the Fontainebleau area, a stretch known for its mid-century towers. A detour past Indian Creek shows a quieter, residential side of the beach, with homes along the water.
The drive back toward the mainland crosses the Venetian Causeway, a chain of small islands linking Miami Beach to Downtown, with open bay views on both sides. Stops are short walks rather than long excursions, two or three of them, wherever you want to spend more time, and the order can shift to fit the light, the traffic or simply what catches your eye.
Highlights
- Ocean Drive's Art Deco hotels in classic pastel colors
- A stop on Lincoln Road's pedestrian promenade
- Española Way's Mediterranean-style side street
- South Pointe Park at the southern tip of the beach
- Collins Avenue's hotel row toward the Fontainebleau area
- A quiet pass through residential Indian Creek
- Bay views crossing the Venetian Causeway islands
Itinerary
- 1
Pickup
Your driver-guide picks you up at your hotel, Airbnb or home in Miami Beach or nearby.
- 2
Ocean Drive and the Art Deco district
A slow pass along Ocean Drive with a stop to walk among the pastel Art Deco hotels.
- 3
Española Way and Lincoln Road
A short walk on Española Way, then time on the Lincoln Road promenade for shops or a coffee.
- 4
South Pointe Park
A stop at the southern tip of the beach, where the bay meets the open ocean.
- 5
Collins Avenue and Indian Creek
A drive north past the hotel row toward Fontainebleau, with a detour through quiet, residential Indian Creek.
- 6
Venetian Causeway and drop-off
A scenic crossing back over the Venetian Causeway islands, then drop-off at your address.
Included
- Private car and driver-guide for your group
- Pickup and drop-off in Miami Beach or nearby
- Bottled water on board
- Photo stops along Ocean Drive and the causeway
- A route shaped around what you want to see
Not included
- Meals and snacks
- Shopping on Lincoln Road
- Parking fees, if any
- Gratuity for your driver-guide
Good to know
- Comfortable walking shoes for the short stops
- Sun protection — much of the route is outdoors
- Best light for photos is late afternoon
- Suitable for strollers and most mobility needs
- Ride can start or end at a restaurant on request
FAQ
How much walking is involved
Very little. The stops are short walks of a few minutes each, along Ocean Drive, Española Way and South Pointe Park, with most of the ride seen from the car.
Is this ride good at night
It works well in late afternoon or early evening, when Ocean Drive's hotel lights begin to show. For a route built specifically around the evening, see our night tour.
Can we add South Beach shopping time
Yes. Tell your driver-guide and the stop on Lincoln Road can run longer, within your three hours.
Is this ride suitable for a half-day with a flight later
It fits well into a free morning or afternoon. Tell us your flight time and we will plan the pickup and drop-off accordingly.
