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Podcast Tour Miami Beach: Tropical Deco and Neon Dreams

Miami, USAby Red Thread

1.8 hours
Free cancellation
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Up to 99 travelers
Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Overview

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 - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

What's included

Verified facts woven into an engaging story
Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
Precise navigation between the stops
Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

Itinerary

1
Stop 1
10 min
The quintessential visual anchor of Tropical Deco on Ocean Drive, designed by Henry Hohauser in 1935.
2
Art Deco Museum
10 min
The administrative and educational headquarters of the Miami Design Preservation League, founded in 1976.
3
Stop 3
10 min
A 1939 Streamline Moderne masterpiece featuring rounded corners and visor eyebrows, famous in film and television.
4
Stop 4
10 min
A 1927 Mediterranean Revival storage facility turned research center and museum exploring the power of design.
5
Stop 5
10 min
A 1937 PWA Moderne civic building featuring a grand rotunda, sunburst ceiling design, and WPA murals.
6
Stop 6
10 min
Constructed in 1925, this pedestrian enclave displays Mediterranean Revival streetscapes that set the stage for Deco.
7
Colony Theatre
10 min
A restored 1935 Art Deco movie palace designed by Roy A. Benjamin, anchoring the Lincoln Road promenade.

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.

End point

The tour ends at the Colony Theatre on Lincoln Road. Plan your onward journey in advance and check current public transport connections.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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