Ines's personal guide to the best experiences, hidden gems, and must-visit destinations across Miami Beach and South Florida.
Make each day a beach day at the most fabulous & exciting oceanfront in the world!
Bal Harbour Shops — not only the most beautiful mall in the world but perhaps the best luxury shopping under one roof in the world.
For one-of-a-kind, sexy evening dresses (short or long) or far out jeans visit Claudio Milano at 1664 Collins Avenue.
Sawgrass Mill Mall — second largest in the US and second most visited tourist site.
The Miami Jewelry District is the third largest in the US after New York and Beverly Hills. It comprises 4 blocks in Downtown Miami bounded by N. Miami Avenue, NE 2nd Avenue, E. Flagler and NE 2nd Street. Its main anchor is the Seybold Building.
The Shoe Department at Neiman Marcus in Bal Harbour Shops.
Saks Fifth Avenue, Bal Harbour Shops. The Fur Department at Saks on 2nd Floor. Ask for Carole Finkelstein — she knows furs best.
Lincoln Road — one of the most popular pedestrian streets in the world.
Saturday Farmer's Market in Coconut Grove. Shop every Saturday, all year (rain or shine) from 10:30am to 7pm at the corner of Grand Avenue & Margaret Street.
Epicure Market
1656 Alton Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Ice Box Café
1657 Michigan Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
La Provence French Bakery
1621 Collins, Miami Beach
Sweet Treats (Brigadeiro Gourmet)
Attn: Elaine Bard
Art Basel Miami Beach — not only the most important art show in the US but arguably the best in the world.
Miami Book Fair International. Street Fair near and around Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus. Third week of November — Downtown Miami.
October 31st each year. The most fun place to be on Halloween. Watch phenomenal costumes parading up and down Lincoln Road while enjoying a drink, coffee or meal at any of its restaurants or cafes. Most restaurants have a minimum consumption requirement — so be sure to ask before you take a seat!
During the months of August & September, celebrate the city's passion for food. More than 80 of the top local restaurants offer special dinner and/or lunch menus at reduced prices.
Second Saturday of each month. Free 2-hour ride starting at 9am sharp from the Miami Beach Bicycle Center at 601 5th Street (corner of 5th & Washington Ave). Bicyclists of all ages are invited. Miami Beach Police provide escort. Bring your own bike and helmet or rent one.
Once a year event, usually first week of November, from 6pm to 6am.
MDPL is a non-profit organization devoted to preserving, protecting, and promoting the cultural, social, economic, environmental and architectural integrity of the Miami Beach Architectural Historic District. Originally organized by Barbara Capitman in 1976, it is the oldest Art Deco Society in the World.
First Friday each month, 7pm to 10pm.
First Saturday each month, 7pm to 10pm. Core action takes place inside Art Center/South Florida's buildings (800, 810 and 924 Lincoln Road).
Second Saturday each month, 6pm to 10pm.
Last Friday each month, 7pm to 10pm.
Last Friday each month in Little Havana. Street Fair between 14th & 17th Avenues on SW 8th Street.
Second Saturday each month, except July & August.
980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, FL 33132
4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne, FL 33149
From 2pm to 8pm @ The Standard Hotel & Spa. Enjoy Brazilian BBQ, ping pong and foosball.
With Surprizer, 8:30pm sharp at The Standard Hotel & Spa.
In downtown Miami & Biscayne Bay at 401 Biscayne Blvd — one of my parents' favorite hangouts on a Sunday. Enjoy lively free music. Lots to see and do.
From Opera to Broadway, Dance to Drama, Cabaret to Comedy, and Beyond!
Rich history of presenting internationally acclaimed artists including Luciano Pavarotti, who made his American debut in 1965 with the company's production of Lucia di Lammermoor, as well as Plácido Domingo, Beverly Sills, Joan Sutherland, and many more.
Founded by Michael Tilson Thomas and Ted Arison in 1987 — a unique, first-of-its-kind full-time orchestral academy preparing talented graduates from top music programs to assume leadership positions in orchestras worldwide. The campus is by Frank Gehry, his first commission in Florida.
Truly a full fun day of shopping, fashion and more while helping a good cause: raising funds for abused and neglected children in South Florida. Please come support this great cause. Contact JAFCO (Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Options).
At the Shane Center, 6500 Indian Creek Dr., Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful pool. Home of the Miami Beach Rowing Club as well as the University of Miami and Barry University rowing programs.
Located at 2701 De Soto Boulevard in Coral Gables. Formed from a coral rock quarry in 1923, Venetian Pool is included in the National Register of Historic Places. This 820,000 gallon pool is fed with cool spring water daily, and features two waterfalls, coral caves and grottos.
The buildings are Venetian-style architecture, designed by Denman Fink, uncle of the founding father of Coral Gables, George Merrick. Together with architect Phineas Paist, they transformed an unsightly rock pit into the world's most beautiful swimming hole, complete with expansive loggias, porticos, a palm-fringed island, beach and cobblestone bridge.
1 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139
55 Indian Creek Village, Miami Beach, FL 33154
4400 NW 87th Avenue, Miami, FL 33178
Saturdays 9am–1pm
1050 4th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139
