Flights from Guayaquil to Miami (GYE to MIA)

Miami is a metropolitan city on the Atlantic Coast, in Southern Florida. The port city is a melting pot of sorts with a considerable Latin American population. Miami is a popular tourist hub and offers great weather and beautiful beaches. Popular ones include the Miami Beach, Hobie Beach, Surfside Beach, and Bal Harbour Beach among others. The city has a buzzing nightlife and a thriving art scene. Wynwood, Design District and Art Deco District are the top neighborhoods here lined with art venues, clubs, bars, stores and interesting eateries. Miami offers a host of attractions like Bayside Marketplace, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Collins Avenue, Perez Art Museum, Miami Seaquarium, among others.

Thing to do in Miami

Beaches

Miami’s beaches are emblematic of the city. The city has endless pristine beaches with crystal blue waters. Many television shows and movies have been shot in the city, like Casino Royale, Dexter, Scarface, Marley and Me. Baywatch was shot at Miami’s most upscale beach - South Beach. The southern end of the Miami Beach is a popular celebrity haunt. Miami Beach is where most tourist activity is centered, and the atmosphere is lively. Many clubs, bars and hotels surround the beach area. Popular spots here are the Basement Miami, Wall Lounge and, Baoli Miami, among others.

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens

The Vizcaya Museum is situated on the Biscayne Bay in Coconut Grove neighborhood. It is the former residence of James Deering and was built in 1916. The Museum is an Italian Renaissance-style villa and a National Historic Landmark. The 50- acre estate includes impeccably landscaped Italian Renaissance gardens with elegant French and Italian sculptures and fountains. The Museum houses European decorative art and furnishings from the 15^th through 19^th century.

Design District

Miami’s Design District is right next to the hip Wynwood District. The upscale District is lined with several clothing and decor outlets, modern furniture stores, and boutiques. The presence of the most luxurious retailers has made this district a shopping hub. In addition to high-end shopping, there is much to explore here. Many art venues, chic bistros, and celebrity chef restaurants are located in the Design District. The highlight here is the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA), which displays temporary exhibitions and has an open-air sculpture garden. The Design District has an array of offerings in terms of design, fashion, art, and gastronomy.

Best Time to Visit Miami

The best time to book flights from Guayaquil to Miami is from December to May when the weather is comfortable to hit the beach. Popular events like Miami Open, Coachella and Miami Beach International Fashion Week take place during this period. It is advised to book Miami flights in advance to avoid paying more at the last minute.