Last reviewed: June 2026
Miami hosts Scotland vs Brazil on 24 June at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. UK fans spending time in Miami will find a city of beaches, Art Deco architecture, Cuban culture and world-class art. This guide covers the best things to do in Miami for UK visitors during the World Cup 2026.
Key facts
- Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens hosts Scotland vs Brazil on 24 June (11pm BST, ITV).
- South Beach is Miami's most iconic area - the Art Deco Historic District and white-sand beach are free to visit.
- Wynwood Walls is Miami's open-air street art museum - free to view from outside, ticketed entry to the inner courtyard.
- Little Havana (Calle Ocho) is Miami's Cuban neighbourhood - the best area for Cuban coffee, food and street culture.
- Everglades National Park is 45 minutes from Miami - a UNESCO World Heritage Site with airboat tours.
- Miami in late June is hot and humid (31-33C) with afternoon thunderstorms common - plan outdoor activities for morning.
Things to Do in Miami for UK World Cup Fans
Things to do in Miami for UK World Cup fans stretch far beyond the beach. Scotland play Brazil at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on 24 June, giving Scottish fans and UK neutrals a reason to spend several days in one of the most distinctive cities in the United States. Miami is a city of beach culture, Cuban heritage, Art Deco architecture and a globally significant contemporary art scene concentrated in the Wynwood neighbourhood. June brings the summer heat and humidity but also quieter crowds than the December to April peak season.
South Beach and the Art Deco Historic District
South Beach is the most recognisable part of Miami and the logical starting point for UK visitors. The Art Deco Historic District on and around Ocean Drive contains approximately 800 designated historic buildings dating from the 1920s and 1930s, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Walking the district is free. The pastel-coloured hotels, neon signs and geometric facades create a visual backdrop that is immediately recognisable and genuinely unlike anywhere in Europe. The beach itself - white sand and warm turquoise water - is free to access. Miami Beach runs for nine miles and includes Lummus Park, the public beach section along Ocean Drive.
Wynwood Walls
Wynwood Walls is Miami's world-famous open-air street art museum, a curated collection of large-scale murals by internationally recognised artists covering the walls of a former warehouse district. The murals visible from the street are free to view. The Wynwood Walls inner courtyard and garden requires a ticketed entry of approximately USD 12 to 15. The surrounding Wynwood neighbourhood has galleries, restaurants and bars that make it Miami's most concentrated area for contemporary culture. Wynwood is accessible by car or rideshare from South Beach in approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
Little Havana (Calle Ocho)
Little Havana is Miami's Cuban neighbourhood, centred on SW 8th Street (Calle Ocho). The neighbourhood provides the most authentic cultural experience in Miami outside of the beach. Ventanitas (walk-up coffee windows) serve Cuban coffee - a colada (shared espresso shot) is a local ritual that costs around USD 2 to 4. Domino Park on Calle Ocho has older Cuban residents playing dominos most afternoons. The Latin Walk of Fame, cigar shops, fresh sugarcane juice vendors and the Tower Theater are all within a short walk. Cuban sandwiches and pastelitos (pastries) are the food anchors of the neighbourhood.
Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM)
The Perez Art Museum Miami occupies a striking waterfront building in downtown Miami's Museum Park. The collection focuses on international contemporary art from the 20th and 21st centuries. Standard admission is USD 18 for adults, but the museum is free on the second Saturday of each month. The museum's waterfront terrace has views of Biscayne Bay. The Institute of Contemporary Art Miami in the Wynwood area is always free.
Everglades National Park Day Trip
Everglades National Park, approximately 45 miles south-west of Miami, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States. Airboat tours through the sawgrass marshes are the primary visitor experience and last approximately one hour. Multiple operators run tours from the park's outskirts. The park's Ernest Coe Visitor Center is accessible by car and provides an introduction to the ecosystem. Seeing alligators, wading birds and the distinctive sawgrass landscape is one of Florida's most distinctive natural experiences. Entry to the national park itself costs USD 35 per vehicle.
Miami Beaches Beyond South Beach
Beyond South Beach, Miami-Dade County has a variety of beaches accessible to visitors. Crandon Park Beach on Key Biscayne, approximately 25 minutes from downtown Miami, is a broader, quieter alternative with parking and facilities. Virginia Key Beach Park, the first beach desegregated in Miami-Dade County in 1945, is a historically significant and less crowded option. For the clearest water in the area, Haulover Beach north of Bal Harbour offers a naturist-optional section and clear water.
Getting Around Miami
Miami has a Metrorail (heavy rail) and Metromover (free downtown loop) system, but coverage is limited compared to cities like New York or Boston. The Metrorail connects downtown Miami to the airport and some suburban areas. For South Beach, the South Beach Local circulator bus runs along Washington Avenue and costs USD 0.25 per ride. For most journeys between Miami attractions, Uber and Lyft are the most practical options. A Brightline high-speed train connects Miami to Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, useful if fans are attending multiple games at different Florida venues.
UK Visitors: Practical Notes
Miami in late June averages 31 to 33 degrees Celsius with high humidity. Afternoon thunderstorms are common from June onwards as the Florida wet season begins. Plan outdoor activities for morning. The drinking age is 21. Tipping is expected at 18 to 25 percent in restaurants and USD 1 to 2 per drink at bars. UK plug adaptors are needed for US Type A/B sockets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best things to do in Miami for UK World Cup fans?
South Beach and the Art Deco District (free), Wynwood Walls (free street viewing), Little Havana (free to explore), the Perez Art Museum Miami, and a day trip to Everglades National Park are the top experiences. All are accessible from a central Miami base by rideshare.
Is South Beach free to visit?
The beach itself is free to access. Walking the Art Deco Historic District on Ocean Drive is free. Some beach clubs and loungers require minimum spending. Parking in South Beach is paid and limited - rideshare or the South Beach Local bus is recommended.
How do I get to Hard Rock Stadium from Miami for the Scotland vs Brazil match?
Hard Rock Stadium is in Miami Gardens, approximately 16 miles north of downtown Miami. Uber or Lyft is the most practical option. Journey time is 25 to 40 minutes in normal conditions. On match days, expect surge pricing for the return journey. Metrorail does not serve Miami Gardens directly.
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