Miami, Florida
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Miami, Florida (Home Port)
In port: Embarkation day departs 5:00 PM. Return arrival typically around 6:30 to 8:00 AM.
Miami blends the Wynwood art scene with the world-renowned shores of Miami Beach, a mix of relaxation and cultural exploration that makes it worth a day on either end of the cruise. The city is known for its Art Deco buildings, family-friendly zoos, palm tree-lined streets filled with restaurants, and white sandy beaches with warm weather year-round. Virgin VoyagesGlobal Journeys
What to Do
- South Beach: the classic stretch of white sand and Art Deco hotels along Ocean Drive
- Wynwood Walls: outdoor street art district with murals, galleries, and breweries
- Little Havana: Cuban culture along Calle Ocho, cafecito stands, cigar shops, dominoes at Máximo Gómez Park
- Bayside Marketplace: waterfront shopping and dining near downtown, walkable from the port
- Vizcaya Museum and Gardens: an early 1900s Italian Renaissance style estate on Biscayne Bay
- Everglades day trip: airboat tours about 45 minutes outside the city, if you have a full pre or post day
Getting Around
The port sits on Dodge Island, a short rideshare or taxi from downtown, South Beach, and Brickell. Most major attractions are 15 to 25 minutes away by car.
Practical Tips
- If flying in the day of embarkation, build in a buffer since MIA traffic and port lines can eat time. Many sailors fly in a day early.
- Weather runs warm and humid most of the year, light clothing and sun protection matter even in winter months.
- If you have a long layover between disembarkation and your flight home, Bayside Marketplace or a South Beach lunch is an easy way to fill a few hours without straying too far from the airport.
Port Info
Schedule
Start Time
Feb 14 5:00PM EST