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Step into a world of pastel facades, glowing neon, and architectural rebellion. Discover how 1930s Depression-era hotels transformed South Beach into an iconic global resort. Uncover the dramatic battle waged by preservationists against wrecking balls, explore cinematic film sites, and see how modern design shaped Miami's dynamic identity.
- A 3.1 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 109 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Art, Design & Aesthetics and History & Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at the Colony Hotel on Ocean Drive. Plan your route in advance and check current public transport connections; complete the final section on foot.
The tour ends at the Colony Theatre on Lincoln Road. Plan your onward journey in advance and check current public transport connections.
Itinerary
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1
The quintessential visual anchor of Tropical Deco on Ocean Drive, designed by Henry Hohauser in 1935.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Art Deco Museum
The administrative and educational headquarters of the Miami Design Preservation League, founded in 1976.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A 1939 Streamline Moderne masterpiece featuring rounded corners and visor eyebrows, famous in film and television.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
A 1927 Mediterranean Revival storage facility turned research center and museum exploring the power of design.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A 1937 PWA Moderne civic building featuring a grand rotunda, sunburst ceiling design, and WPA murals.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Constructed in 1925, this pedestrian enclave displays Mediterranean Revival streetscapes that set the stage for Deco.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Colony Theatre
A restored 1935 Art Deco movie palace designed by Roy A. Benjamin, anchoring the Lincoln Road promenade.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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