Miami has sunshine and balmy weather all winter, along with fun festivals and events. With something going on all the time, you can spend time in the outdoors, see the local attractions, and immerse yourself in local culture during your winter holiday in South Florida. From chocolate festivals to art shows to twilight hikes to renowned boat shows, there’s something for every taste and interest during Miami’s winter. Find out the top 10 things to do in Miami in winter to plan your escape.

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    Hike the Everglades

    Hike in the swamp

    Hike the Everglades
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    Hiking in the Florida Everglades is a fun experience to see all the wildlife and natural beauty. In winter, the Everglades National Park is free from a lot of the bugs, humidity, and heat that make hiking a challenge, so it’s the perfect time to explore. Depending on your skill, the park has a variety of easy to moderate trails that take you through different parts of the wilderness. The Gator Hook Trail is a tougher trail outside the park that allows you to hike through water and view the landscape from a different angle.

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    Snorkel at the Keys

    Go snorkelling

    Snorkel at the Keys
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    Snorkelling at the Florida Keys is the perfect way to take advantage of Miami’s warm winter weather and see tropical marine life. Miami is only a short distance from John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park in Key Largo, which happens to be one of the best spots in the world to snorkel. The park has several coral reefs and offers snorkelling and diving tours with experienced guides, but you’re welcome to go and explore by yourself. If you prefer to stay out of the water, John Pennekamp Coral Reef Park offers kayaking and glass-bottom boat tours to see marine life from above.

    Osoite: 102601 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037, USA

    Avoinna: Daily from 8 am to 5 pm

    Puhelin: +1 305-451-6300

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    Miami International Boat Show

    Discover the best in boating

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    The Miami International Boat Show is a long-running winter boat show that features international boat and accessory manufacturers. Held at the Miami Marine Stadium Park and Basin, the Miami International Boat Show has a lot of fun events, including entertainment and music. Some of the past show highlights include daily seminars on ocean conservation topics, on-water training programmes, sailing seminars, and job fairs with opportunities in the recreational boating industry. For kids, the show hosts the Junior Captains’ programme presented by the Annapolis School of Seamanship, which introduces kids to the joys of boating.

    Osoite: 3501 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami, FL 33149, USA

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    Coconut Grove Art Festival

    Experience local arts and music

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    The Coconut Grove Art Festival is an annual 3-day festival that celebrates fine arts, local food, and music. The festival takes place every Presidents’ Day weekend in the village of Coconut Grove and the spectacular Biscayne Bay waterfront. Each year, the festival brings hundreds of internationally recognised artists together to exhibit their best work in various visual categories. Throughout the event, you can attend cooking demonstrations from celebrity chefs and sample foods from over 50 restaurants. In the evenings, musicians from multiple genres take to the lawn of Peacock Park to perform.

    Osoite: Miami, FL 33133, USA

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    Go to the beach

    Spend time on the beach

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    Miami’s beaches are usually popular, but in winter, you can relax on your own spot on the sand without the crowds. The weather is warm enough for sunbathing and swimming most days, even in the middle of winter, and you’re less likely to encounter huge crowds of people. Some of the best beaches to visit in Miami in winter are on Biscayne Bay, including Crandon Park and Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park. If you want to experience the iconic Miami beach scene, head to Miami Beach and take in the views and the sunshine.

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    Art Deco Weekend

    Discover Miami’s art deco culture

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    The Art Deco Weekend is an exciting winter event that focuses on the Art Deco Historic District and its historic architecture and culture. The event has numerous lectures and special shows, such as lectures from Wolfsonian curators about the art and design of the 1920s and antique car shows from the Antique Car Club of America. You could also attend lectures from architects discussing art deco’s influences in Miami and all over the world, including how the prominent design style influenced the culture of the time. Finally, finish the event with Charleston dance lessons and attend a deco-style speakeasy variety show and dance with period costumes.

    Osoite: 1001 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA

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    Nite Hike

    Experience local wildlife at night

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    The Nite Hike is a fascinating evening hike on the grounds of the sprawling Deering Estate. In winter, the weather is warm and mild, perfect for a night hike. The hike is guided by an interpreter who can give you background on the estate and the wildlife and environments. You’ll see an abundance of wildlife on the hike, including Eastern screech owls and great horned owls as you walk along the paths in the tropical hardwood hammock. You’ll also visit the Tequesta burial mound and learn about the Tequesta Indians.

    Osoite: 16701 SW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33157, USA

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    International Chocolate Festival

    Sample delicious chocolates

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    The International Chocolate Festival is a 3-day festival dedicated to all things chocolate that’s the perfect way to spend a winter in Miami. The festival includes tastings from artisan chocolatiers, cooking demonstrations, chocolate lectures, and more. The event takes place at the stunning Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables. One of the most exciting experiences at the International Chocolate Festival is the Choco-Walk, a walking tour through a rainforest and conservatory that showcases the lifecycle of the cacao plant. You could also attend an interactive presentation from chocolatiers at Mars, Inc. to learn about chocolate production through the years.

    Osoite: 10901 Old Cutler Rd, Coral Gables, FL 33156, USA

    Puhelin: +1 305-667-1651

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    SoundScape Cinema Series

    Watch a film in the park

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    The SoundScape Cinema Series offers free weekly films on a projector in the park for a family-friendly winter activity. The films are curated by the city and shown on a 7,000-square-foot projection wall of the New World Centre in SoundScape Park each week. The films are free to the public, all you have to do is bring a picnic basket and blanket to relax on the lawn. Some of the past films include “Mary Poppins,” “The Grinch,” “Crazy Rich Asians,” and “Roman Holiday.”

    Osoite: 400 17th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA

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    Night Garden

    See spectacular optical illusions

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    The Night Garden is a holiday spectacle that brings art, food, and drinks together in the stunning Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in the Coral Gables area. The festival typically runs several months throughout winter and includes lighting displays, special effects shows, illuminated mazes, and massive holograms for a once-in-a-lifetime fantasy experience. For families, the Night Garden offers optical illusions, talking trees, scavenger hunts, and other activities to get the kids involved in all the magic. Along with light installations, sculptures, and special effects, the Night Garden also offers food and drink from top-notch local eateries for refreshments.

    Osoite: 10901 Old Cutler Rd, Coral Gables, FL 33156, USA

    Puhelin: +1 305-667-1651

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