Miami Beach Art Deco: Hidden Gems Tour

Uncover the hidden gems of Miami Beach on a captivating Art Deco tour. Explore secret rooftop terraces, peculiar corridors, and obscure lobbies while discovering fascinating history and intriguing stories.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ocean Drive - We’ll start by revisiting the very first “Miami Vice” scene with Don Johnson at “The Carlyle” restaurant.
  • Cardozo Bar & Grill - Introduction of Art Deco architecture, its origins and place in the history of Miami Beach
  • Washington Ave. Beach - USPS post office building is both a “Miami Vice” filming location and a very…
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Guided tour
Additional Information

Did you know that Miami Beach is largely artificial? Or that Biscayne Bay was once a mere swamp? Or that Miami Beach was the place where Muhammad Ali first claimed the world boxing championship? The history of Miami Beach is a fascinating tapestry of intriguing narratives, which I have devoted myself to illuminate through thorough investigation,…

Location
1440 Ocean Dr
Ocean Drive
Meet at "The Betsy Hotel" lobby. Please come inside from Ocean Drive, NOT from Collins Ave.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Raymondsr2252jo
Dec 30, 2024
Miami Beach Art Deco Walking Tour with Damian - Tourist travels to escape (the misery), traveler goes to explore. There’s a difference. Hopefully it’s no longer a one night stand, it’s holiday romance now. The city is talking to you. It’s a relationship. Your mom asked me to take her to the Great Lake Crossing. However, I am not a shopper but I have just learned the difference between the tourist and the traveler. I am going to the Nike Store to explore or to imagine how Iris is serving the customers We had a wonderful time with the Art Deco walking tour. Both my wife and I were building structural engineers. We appreciated even more with Damian’s architecture knowledge. My wife even thought Damian might study architecture at college. He spoke very clearly and with a great sense of humor. He inspired us to explore more on the Art Deco at Miami Beach. For example, the historical Versailles hotel renovation project.
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Paulinakk2631gf
Dec 20, 2024
Art Deco gems - Very insightful and detailed tour with great storytelling, yet at the same time made simple enough for a wide audience to connect.
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Barbarabx3865sa
Dec 8, 2024
Nostalgic Time Capsule - Stepping onto this tour felt like traveling back to the 1930s. Damian’s storytelling makes the buildings come alive with personality and pizzazz. A must for anyone traveling to Miami who has curiosity!
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Sofiabd9775wx
Dec 2, 2024
Captivating Tour - Host Damian was exceptionally meticulous, showcasing a deep mastery of all things history, which made the experience both educational and engaging. His passion for the subject shone through, creating a captivating tour. I highly recommend his tours and can’t wait to join another one the next time I’m in the area!
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H9005zjantonioh
Dec 1, 2024
Not your typical walking tour. It's a time machine! - It’s not your typical walking tour where the guide rattles off facts like a human audiobook. Damian pulls you into the story with passionate theater-like delivery, gives you the backstories, and then hits you with an inside nugget so mind-blowing you’re pretty sure your brain just did a backflip. If you’re not laughing, gasping, or at least questioning why life in Miami Beach hasn’t always been a movie, you’re doing it wrong. 10/10, would time travel with Damian again."
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557rosalied
Nov 30, 2024
Great outdoor activity that is educational too - Damian did a great job and taught us a lot about the architecture and history of the art deco district. Wish we had time to go on more tours with him.
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O149wmginom
Nov 26, 2024
Art Deco Re-discovery - An outstanding tour of the Art Deco district! Damian is an exceptional guide—both highly knowledgeable and engaging. With our small group, there was plenty of opportunity for interaction, and he made sure everyone could hear him clearly, even with occasional traffic noise. I highly recommend this experience!
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647fayj
Nov 8, 2024
Excellent tour! - Damian is an outstanding tour guide. His knowledge of architecture and history is excellent. His obvious passion and enthusiasm for the art deco buildings and era is infectious and he helps you to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of how miami beach came about. We unfortunately only had a few days to discover Miami and his jam packed 2 hour walking tour was a perfect way to get as much out of beautiful area as possible. Would highly recommend. Thanks for an awesome time.
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Carmineb698
Nov 7, 2024
Art Deco in Tropics - Brilliant tour with Damien, who guided us through iconic streets, hidden lobbies, and stinky back alleys as we were reliving Miami's fascinating history. Host is very professional, brilliant public speaker, and takes his craft seriously. Look forward to his other tours.
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Tomasmh7670sd
Nov 4, 2024
Must-book Experience - Damian is an outstanding guide, with unmatched knowledge of the architecture, history, and attention to detail. What an amazing perspective on the iconic Ocean Drive and the Art Deco district of Miami Beach. He reveals countless hidden gems and fascinating stories. It's incredibly interesting and definitely a must-book tour. I've learned so much from the experience! Thank you, Damian!
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