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Miami on a Budget: 5 Things to Do for Free




Vacation travel is supposed to be fun and help relieve stress. Take some of the stress off of your wallet with these free things to do while you’re exploring Miami - Opens a dialog .

    Beaches in Miami are attractive to surfers.

    The Beach

    The beaches in Miami are a must-see for anyone visiting, and we highly recommend doing this first! Whether you want to exercise on the beach or sit and relax for some first-rate people watching, Miami has a gorgeous beach for you! For example, the famous Miami Beach is not only within walking distance of resorts and amenities, but it also offers soft white sand and gorgeous clear teal water. You can choose to walk in the welcoming surf, or take a stroll on the Miami Beach Boardwalk, which is well-maintained and lined with shops.

    For a central location along beautiful Miami Beach, we recommend Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach - Opens a dialog . Originally designed in the 1950s by famed "Miami Modern" architect Morris Lapidus, this fabulous South Beach oceanfront hotel is a faithful nod to the Golden Age of mid-century oceanfront glamour.

      Art deco can be found all over Miami.

      Check Out the Architecture

      Miami is also famous for it’s Art Deco architecture, which can be found it the aptly named Art Deco Historic District. Walk through palm-tree lined streets and take in all the beautiful pastels and curved lines of the Art Deco style. Do some window shopping while you’re there, and don’t forget to pose for that Instagram-worthy picture!

      Combining beachfront elegance with refined amenities and Art Deco flair, we recommend Loews Miami Beach Hotel - Opens a dialog . This charming hotel is recognized as a favorite family-friendly resort destination year after year.

        Check Out the Architecture

        Miami is also famous for it’s Art Deco architecture, which can be found it the aptly named Art Deco Historic District. Walk through palm-tree lined streets and take in all the beautiful pastels and curved lines of the Art Deco style. Do some window shopping while you’re there, and don’t forget to pose for that Instagram-worthy picture!

        Combining beachfront elegance with refined amenities and Art Deco flair, we recommend Loews Miami Beach Hotel - Opens a dialog . This charming hotel is recognized as a favorite family-friendly resort destination year after year.

          Art deco can be found all over Miami.

          A beautiful pier to walk in South Pointe Park.

          Visit a Park

          This may come as a surprise, but Miami is actually an incredibly green city. Start your park adventure at South Pointe Park, a waterfront park with beach access, a splash pad and a playground. A little farther North you’ll find Lummus Park. This 74-acre park has been the location for many television and movie scenes, and features a playground and paved walking paths. This popular park is also known for prime people watching. Some truly excellent parks with lots of space for a variety of activities. If you’re looking for a little more cultivated experience, try out the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, with it’s beautiful flowering trees, orchids and more than 100 species of palm tree. Don’t miss the koi pond or edible garden.

          If you want to stay near the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, we recommend The Palms Hotel & Spa Miami Beach - Opens a dialog , where you can indulge in an ambience of relaxation and well-being inspired by nature, while enjoying a location that’s central to all of Miami’s magic.

            If you don’t feel like walking, the trolley is free in downtown Miami.

            Arts and Culture

            Miami is bursting at the seams with spectacular culture. Try the Miami Museum of Contemporary Art’s monthly Jazz at MOCA series. This free concert blending art and jazz has been an integral part of the community for over twenty years on the last Friday of the month. For a free and unforgettable experience, try the City of Miami Beach’s monthly Culture Crawl, the majority of which is accessible by foot or bike, or you can ride the free trolleys to the dedicated Culture Crawl stops. If you want to get a little more adventurous, the third Fridays of every month you can experience Viernes Culturales, a neighborhood block party in Little Havana featuring art, music and culture.

            For a relaxing base of operations for your Miami art and culture experience, we recommend Marriott Stanton South Beach - Opens a dialog . The trend-setting style, international charm and sizzling nightlife of Miami's South Beach make this resort central to your Miami adventure.

              Arts and Culture

              Miami is bursting at the seams with spectacular culture. Try the Miami Museum of Contemporary Art’s monthly Jazz at MOCA series. This free concert blending art and jazz has been an integral part of the community for over twenty years on the last Friday of the month. For a free and unforgettable experience, try the City of Miami Beach’s monthly Culture Crawl, the majority of which is accessible by foot or bike, or you can ride the free trolleys to the dedicated Culture Crawl stops. If you want to get a little more adventurous, the third Fridays of every month you can experience Viernes Culturales, a neighborhood block party in Little Havana featuring art, music and culture.

              For a relaxing base of operations for your Miami art and culture experience, we recommend Marriott Stanton South Beach - Opens a dialog . The trend-setting style, international charm and sizzling nightlife of Miami's South Beach make this resort central to your Miami adventure.

                If you don’t feel like walking, the trolley is free in downtown Miami.

                Miami Beach Ocean Drive farmers market.

                Farmers Markets

                Farmers Markets and the bustling metropolis of Miami aren’t exactly synonymous, but they are literally everywhere. A few you can visit during your Miami vacation include Coconut Grove Foodie & Farmers Market, Coral Gables Farmers Market, Lummus Park Artisanal Market, and historic Vizcaya Village Farmers Market. Nearly every neighborhood in Miami has a regular farmers market, so research and choose wisely.

                We recommend Kimpton EPIC Hotel - Opens a dialog . as an exquisite base camp for exploring Miami. Artfully blending urbane sophistication with a playful lifestyle spirit, offering the best of today’s modern resorts with the convenience of being close to the extraordinary attributes of Miami.

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                  If you are interested in great deals Costco Travel has to offer, click here - Opens a dialog to sign up to receive emails. This will ensure that Travel and Costco.ca values are sent directly to your inbox.

                    Once You Are Ready to Travel, Costco Travel Can Help

                    We invite you to take some time to browse around and dream of your next vacation, rental car or cruise, whether you’re booking for next month or toward the end of next year.

                      Vacation travel is supposed to be fun and help relieve stress. Take some of the stress off of your wallet with these free things to do while you’re exploring Miami - Opens a dialog .

                        Beaches in Miami are attractive to surfers.

                        The Beach

                        The beaches in Miami are a must-see for anyone visiting, and we highly recommend doing this first! Whether you want to exercise on the beach or sit and relax for some first-rate people watching, Miami has a gorgeous beach for you! For example, the famous Miami Beach is not only within walking distance of resorts and amenities, but it also offers soft white sand and gorgeous clear teal water. You can choose to walk in the welcoming surf, or take a stroll on the Miami Beach Boardwalk, which is well-maintained and lined with shops.

                        For a central location along beautiful Miami Beach, we recommend Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach - Opens a dialog . Originally designed in the 1950s by famed "Miami Modern" architect Morris Lapidus, this fabulous South Beach oceanfront hotel is a faithful nod to the Golden Age of mid-century oceanfront glamour.

                          Art deco can be found all over Miami.

                          Check Out the Architecture

                          Miami is also famous for it’s Art Deco architecture, which can be found it the aptly named Art Deco Historic District. Walk through palm-tree lined streets and take in all the beautiful pastels and curved lines of the Art Deco style. Do some window shopping while you’re there, and don’t forget to pose for that Instagram-worthy picture!

                          Combining beachfront elegance with refined amenities and Art Deco flair, we recommend Loews Miami Beach Hotel - Opens a dialog . This charming hotel is recognized as a favorite family-friendly resort destination year after year.

                            Check Out the Architecture

                            Miami is also famous for it’s Art Deco architecture, which can be found it the aptly named Art Deco Historic District. Walk through palm-tree lined streets and take in all the beautiful pastels and curved lines of the Art Deco style. Do some window shopping while you’re there, and don’t forget to pose for that Instagram-worthy picture!

                            Combining beachfront elegance with refined amenities and Art Deco flair, we recommend Loews Miami Beach Hotel - Opens a dialog . This charming hotel is recognized as a favorite family-friendly resort destination year after year.

                              Art deco can be found all over Miami.

                              A beautiful pier to walk in South Pointe Park.

                              Visit a Park

                              This may come as a surprise, but Miami is actually an incredibly green city. Start your park adventure at South Pointe Park, a waterfront park with beach access, a splash pad and a playground. A little farther North you’ll find Lummus Park. This 74-acre park has been the location for many television and movie scenes, and features a playground and paved walking paths. This popular park is also known for prime people watching. Some truly excellent parks with lots of space for a variety of activities. If you’re looking for a little more cultivated experience, try out the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, with it’s beautiful flowering trees, orchids and more than 100 species of palm tree. Don’t miss the koi pond or edible garden.

                              If you want to stay near the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, we recommend The Palms Hotel & Spa Miami Beach - Opens a dialog , where you can indulge in an ambience of relaxation and well-being inspired by nature, while enjoying a location that’s central to all of Miami’s magic.

                                If you don’t feel like walking, the trolley is free in downtown Miami.

                                Arts and Culture

                                Miami is bursting at the seams with spectacular culture. Try the Miami Museum of Contemporary Art’s monthly Jazz at MOCA series. This free concert blending art and jazz has been an integral part of the community for over twenty years on the last Friday of the month. For a free and unforgettable experience, try the City of Miami Beach’s monthly Culture Crawl, the majority of which is accessible by foot or bike, or you can ride the free trolleys to the dedicated Culture Crawl stops. If you want to get a little more adventurous, the third Fridays of every month you can experience Viernes Culturales, a neighborhood block party in Little Havana featuring art, music and culture.

                                For a relaxing base of operations for your Miami art and culture experience, we recommend Marriott Stanton South Beach - Opens a dialog . The trend-setting style, international charm and sizzling nightlife of Miami's South Beach make this resort central to your Miami adventure.

                                  Arts and Culture

                                  Miami is bursting at the seams with spectacular culture. Try the Miami Museum of Contemporary Art’s monthly Jazz at MOCA series. This free concert blending art and jazz has been an integral part of the community for over twenty years on the last Friday of the month. For a free and unforgettable experience, try the City of Miami Beach’s monthly Culture Crawl, the majority of which is accessible by foot or bike, or you can ride the free trolleys to the dedicated Culture Crawl stops. If you want to get a little more adventurous, the third Fridays of every month you can experience Viernes Culturales, a neighborhood block party in Little Havana featuring art, music and culture.

                                  For a relaxing base of operations for your Miami art and culture experience, we recommend Marriott Stanton South Beach - Opens a dialog . The trend-setting style, international charm and sizzling nightlife of Miami's South Beach make this resort central to your Miami adventure.

                                    If you don’t feel like walking, the trolley is free in downtown Miami.

                                    Miami Beach Ocean Drive farmers market.

                                    Farmers Markets

                                    Farmers Markets and the bustling metropolis of Miami aren’t exactly synonymous, but they are literally everywhere. A few you can visit during your Miami vacation include Coconut Grove Foodie & Farmers Market, Coral Gables Farmers Market, Lummus Park Artisanal Market, and historic Vizcaya Village Farmers Market. Nearly every neighborhood in Miami has a regular farmers market, so research and choose wisely.

                                    We recommend Kimpton EPIC Hotel - Opens a dialog . as an exquisite base camp for exploring Miami. Artfully blending urbane sophistication with a playful lifestyle spirit, offering the best of today’s modern resorts with the convenience of being close to the extraordinary attributes of Miami.

                                      Sign Up for Costco.ca Emails

                                      If you are interested in great deals Costco Travel has to offer, click here - Opens a dialog to sign up to receive emails. This will ensure that Travel and Costco.ca values are sent directly to your inbox.

                                        Once You Are Ready to Travel, Costco Travel Can Help

                                        We invite you to take some time to browse around and dream of your next vacation, rental car or cruise, whether you’re booking for next month or toward the end of next year.


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                                          About the Author: The above piece was compiled by Penny Anderson, mother of two young athletes, and Merchandising/Ecommerce Manager at Costco Travel. Penny has been a Costco employee for 27 years.


                                           
                                           
                                           
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