Miami
An equatorial paradise. Beaches, Fashion, Parties and a lot of fun!
Take a look on our reviews and guides on Accommodation in Miami. Check here for Miami Beach.
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You probably need a Visa if you are not originally from the United States. Check here.
There are many options for that. We explain it more on here.
Miami has a lot of great restaurants. Check it out.
Yes, in fact Miami is a Magic City. Discover here.
Miami and Greater Miami
Find out why Miami is also known as the “Magic City”. We will help you discover the best things to do, places to go and much more on our NomadSet Guide. Enjoy!
Size: 1,279.2 sq mi
Average duration of a trip: 4-5 days
The Name "Miami"
The city is named after the Mayaimi tribe that once lived there. Before Europeans arrived, the part of Florida that is now Miami was inhabited by Native American tribes. The two main tribes living there were the Tequestas and the Mayaimi.
The Architecture
The largest collection of Art Deco architecture in the US is in Miami.
Cruises
Miami has the largest cruise ship port in the world.
Banks
Miami may not be thought of as a financial hub, but it has the biggest concentration of international banks in the United States. It’s also the largest financial hub outside of New York City.
Hola or Hello
The population of Miami is 70% Hispanic. A large percentage of these residents have a Cuban background, with just under 35% of Miami’s population being of Cuban origin. Miami also has the second-largest Spanish-speaking majority in the United States, after El Paso in Texas.
Woman Power
Miami was founded by a woman, Julia DeForest Tuttle. She was an American businesswoman who owned the property upon which Miami, Florida was built. For this reason, she is called the "Mother of Miami." She is the only woman to have founded what would become a major American city.
