Southeast Florida is the sunniest part of the country, with a lot of sea and landscapes that switch between nature and interesting cities. With this driving tour of Miami Beach and Key Biscayne you will discover both the most iconic places in the area and other lesser-known ones.
Why tour this area?
Miami Beach and Key Biscayne are the perfect pairing because on this tour you can enjoy striking architecture, such as South Beach's art deco, natural spaces like the parks of Key Brisbane, and endless beaches with breathtaking views.
Also, unlike other regions of the country, the climate is quite pleasant all year round, so you can travel whenever it suits you best. Just as good weather is essential, so is a suitable means of transportation.
This driving tour of Miami Beach and Key Biscayne really comes into its own if you travel at your own pace. Although there are public transportation options, they do not cover all the important sites. And of course, it gives you the flexibility and autonomy to improvise stops in the places that tickle your fancy.
What better way to discover the country than by renting a car with OK Mobility. Offices are found at major airports, such as Miami airport, and we have a wide range of vehicles adapted to your route. You can conveniently book online with just a few clicks. When you arrive, simply pick up your chosen car and go on an adventure.
Driving tour of Miami Beach and Key Biscayne
This driving tour of Miami Beach and Key Biscayne will take you through some of the most photogenic spots in the area. Travel at your own pace and let yourself be carried away by the views.
South Pointe Park
The route begins at the southern end of Miami Beach. South Pointe Park is a well-equipped area to start the day. There's plenty of parking, views of the Downtown Miami skyline and a seaside walkway where cruise ships often pass. Head north and you'll see how the atmosphere changes with each street.
Ocean Drive
One of the best known and most visited sites in Miami Beach is Ocean Drive. This avenue is popular for its art deco hotels, which are hard to decipher whether they belong on a television set or a postcard. You can walk or drive down the street, and let yourself be surprised by the terraces, the classic cars parked up, the neon lights and the memories from classic American movies.
Española Way
If you feel like making a little detour, on the pedestrianised street of Española Way you'll find a more European-looking area with Mediterranean-inspired facades. Miami Beach's first commercial development took place here in the early 1920s, and it was built as an artists' colony with airs reminiscent of New York's Greenwich Village and the artists' quarter in Paris. Today it is renovated and walking through it is a spectacle in itself. You can leave your car in one of the car parks on the outskirts.
Venetian Causeway
To reach downtown Miami and continue your journey to Key Biscayne, take the Venetian Causeway. It is a road over the water that connects several residential islands. It is not the fastest way to get there, but it is the most beautiful. Take it slow and enjoy the scenery, as you will see mansions, yachts, palm trees and the reflection of skyscrapers in the water.
Rickenbacker Causeway
Once you have been downtown, the next stretch is the one that connects the city with Key Biscayne. Here it is worth stopping at a lookout point or at Hobie Island Beach Park, a small corner where locals windsurf and relax under the palm trees.
Crandon Park
Crandon Park has it all: beach, mangroves and picnic areas. Reaching it by car is easy and parking is plentiful. Luckily, it's not as crowded as other beaches in Miami, so it's perfect to relax for a while.
Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
At the end of Key Biscayne is this natural park. It has a historic lighthouse that can be visited, although it is now under renovation. In Bill Baggs there are also quiet beaches and trails through the vegetation to lose yourself in. It tends to be quite crowded on weekends and public holidays, so you will have to plan your visit in advance.
Here ends the driving tour of Miami Beach and Key Biscayne. All you have to do now is book your rental car with OK Mobility, make your dream come true and live out an unforgettable experience!
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