Miami Beach Bar Tour: Art Deco & Neon Lights by Local Historian

Embark on a captivating Miami Beach bar crawl and explore the city’s Art Deco history. Discover hidden gems, learn about the city’s past, and immerse yourself in its rich culture.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Cardozo Bar & Grill - Host will meet you at the lobby bar and introduce the history of Miami Beach, and how Art Deco ended up changing the city.
  • Mac’s Club Deuce - Legendary Club Deuce has incredible stories behind it’s old walls. You’ll get to know why it’s special and what role it played in Miami Beach history and pop culture.
  • Collins Avenue - Collins Ave. is the main commercial artery in Miami Beach. We’ll cover the history of Marlin and Webster, Tudor, and Essex Art Deco buildings
  • Ocean Drive - Colony Hotel, Mangoes, Breakwater Hotel, Versace Mansion, Victor Hotel, The Carlyle
What's Included
  • Complimentary water bottle
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

*This isn’t your run-of-the-mill bar crawl catered to typical tourists. It’s an intellectual experience crafted for travelers seeking to discover the true story and spirit of Miami Beach beyond the simplified clichés.

While sharing drinks and on short walks from venue to venue you’ll learn about city’s checkered past and relive its history over time, which is truly stranger than fiction. Our journey will take us along iconic streets of South Beach leading us through lobbies and rooftops of exquisite Art Deco hotels.

You’ll gain insights into the early days evolution, the Great Depression, city’s unique Art Deco architecture, Black history, Jewish history, Cuban migration, the notorious cocaine cowboys’ era, the influence of “Miami Vice,” the infamous murder of Gianni Versace, plenty of hidden gems, and much more.

By the end of the night, I want you to learn about the city’s rich culture, make new friends, and have a unique experience that you will never forget.

Location
1300 Ocean Dr
Ocean Drive
Meet at the lobby bar of "Cardozo Hotel"
Cancellation Policy

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

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E7290gidominikk
May 1, 2024
See the Magic - Took Damian's private group tour when visiting with the company from Europe. He was our initial point of contact in Miami beach, and the experience was absolutely epic. Being a passionate historian and public speaker, he created an incredible experience: we witnessed the magic of Miami Beach from a fresh and enlightening angle
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Franko_d
Oct 24, 2023
A night I will never forget! - Hanging out with Damian and learning about the fascinating. I grew a whole new appreciation for the history behind this neighborhood and learned a ton. Behind architecture, lives history, politics, ideals, mindsets and conflict. It was fascinating. We covered so much in what felt like such little time (3 hours). I could have kept going. I would do it again in a heartbeat.
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