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With non-stop nightlife, pristine beaches, luxurious hotels and shopping, jaw-dropping art and architecture, and a diverse restaurant scene, Miami has a little bit of everything. With endless fun things to do, though, planning a trip here can get a bit overwhelming. That's why we tapped some top travel experts for their insider knowledge of The Magic City—to share some must-know tips that ensure a memorable getaway.

First thing's first: the best time of year to visit Miami is between mid-November and mid-May when the heat and humidity are far less oppressive. That's not to say summer is out of the question, but the weather between late fall and early spring is most ideal for exploring the city's attractions on foot. According to Tim White, CEO and founder of MilePro, you don't even need to rent a car while you're in Miami.

"Like any big city, Miami traffic is simply the stuff of nightmares," he explains. "You'll easily lose a few hours per day just driving from place to place. Instead, walk as much as you can, rent an e-bike, and use public transportation. You'll get to see all the great nooks and crannies of Miami this way, too."

Whether you're heading to Miami for an epic girls trip, fun family trip, or ​​romantic getaway, read on for more pro tips on how to have the best experience ever.

Henley Vazquez, the co-founder of the travel agency Para sa, highly recommends scoring a reservation at El Secreto, a new speakeasy-style omakase experience located behind the Faena Theater. The indulgent 15-course meals are prepared by James Beard Award-winning chef Paul Qui—and with only six seats, you're guaranteed a super intimate dining experience. The menu changes at the chef's whims, but you can expect mouthwatering freshly caught seafood from around the world (like sustainable bluefin tuna from Baja) and unique vegetable dishes. After checking in 30 minutes prior to your reservation, you'll get the full VIP treatment with a welcome drink before being escorted to your seat.

Spots fill up quickly, especially on weekends, so book your reservation for El Secreto early.

Before or after dinner, Travel Edge executive vice president Gavin Miller recommends hitting up Watr at the 1 Rooftop for cocktails with sweeping ocean views.

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Beat the what on a steamy day by venturing to the Venetian Pool—which is located just a 20-minute ride from Miami in Coral Gables—says Axel Hernborg, CEO of the travel site Tripplo.

Built in 1923 from a coral rock quarry, the 820,000-gallon pool contains spring water from an underground aquifer. It's not only the largest freshwater pool in the U.S., but it features scenic waterfalls, cave-like grottos, and stone bridges, and is bordered by towering palm trees and massive lookout towers with a view. Did we mention that admission rates for non-residents are only $15 per adult and $10 per child ages 3 to 12?

After going for a swim, grab some casual lunch fare at the onsite café.

"To have the best Miami experience, you should definitely visit Wynwood," says Dymphe Mensink a travel blogger at Dymabroad. "All throughout this neighborhood, you can find beautiful street art, including many colorful murals. There are also many hip restaurants, contemporary art galleries, and chic boutiques."

If you're not sure where to begin, Mensink recommends taking advantage of one of the many themed tours around Wynwood—for instance, there are food and art tours that focus specifically on culinary or cultural sites.

While you're there, The True Wilderness founder Fred Hoffman suggests checking out the Wynwood Walls—an outdoor gallery featuring street artwork from all over the world.

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Eager to see some of Miami's colorful ocean life up close? Max Alderman, the co-founder of ScubaNerds, says sumisid sa ilalim ng dagat is a must when visiting this oceanfront city.ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb

"I would recommend going to Emerald Reef," he adds. "This is Miami's largest natural reef and is a great location to see lobsters, turtles, angelfish, and nurse sharks. The reef is only about 10 to 20 feet of water, so it's perfect for anyone at the novice skill level."

The Underline ay isang bagong proyekto na nagbabago sa lupain sa ilalim ng timog na bahagi ng Miami's Metrorail sa isang 10 milya na linear park, Urban Trail, at pampublikong patutunguhan na magiging kumpleto sa 2025. Ngunit ang Phase 1 ay tapos na at nagkakahalaga ng isang pagbisita, sabi ni Mensink . Nagtatampok ang bagong built na backyard ng Brickell sa mga landas sa pagbibisikleta at paglalakad, isang panlabas na gym, isang basketball at soccer court, kalikasan at butterfly hardin, at maraming mga pagtitipon na puwang upang kumain at mag -hang out.

Mag -pack ng isang piknik, sumakay sa isang bisikleta, at pagkatapos ng paggalugad ng mga magagandang landas, kumalat gamit ang isang libro, kubyerta ng mga kard, o ilang mga larong board para sa isang nakakarelaks na tanghalian ng ilog.

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Ang Miami ay maaaring kilala para sa Ceviche at Cuban Sandos, ngunit ang isang maliit na kilalang lihim ay ang lungsod na ito ay ipinagmamalaki din ang ilang medyo kamangha-manghang pagkain ng Mexico.

Si Nick Mueller, direktor ng operasyon ng Hawaiianislands.com, ay inirerekumenda ang pagbisita sa lokal na paboritong Taquiza para sa ilang masarap, tunay na tacos at top-notch na nanonood.

"Kilala sa mabilis, walang kapararakan na serbisyo, na palaging mahusay na pagkain, at mababang presyo, mahirap magkaroon ng masamang karanasan sa Taquiza," sabi niya.

Ang isang bagay na nagtatakda ng Taquiza ay ang lahat ng mga chips at tortillas ay ginawa sa loob ng bahay sa pamamagitan ng hand-pressing na bato na organikong asul na mais. Pumili mula sa tradisyonal na mga pagpipilian tulad ng steak, hipon, at Carnitas Pork, pati na rin ang mas natatanging mga handog para sa mga kamangha-manghang mga kumakain tulad ng vegan chorizo, beer-braised beef dila, at adobo-seasoned toasted grasshopper.

"Ang Everglades ay dapat na makita kapag bumibisita sa Miami," sabi ni Hoffman. "ItoMalaking Pambansang Park ay tahanan ng maraming iba't ibang mga hayop, kabilang ang mga alligator, pagong, at mga ibon. "

Iminumungkahi nina Hoffman at Miller na kumuha ng isang pribadong paglilibot sa pamamagitan ng airboat upang bumangon at malapit at personal sa wildlife. Ngunit kung hindi iyon ang iyong bagay, marami pa ang dapat gawin sa pambansang parke na ito-mula sa pag-hiking at panonood ng ibon sa kahabaan ng Anhinga Trail hanggang sa pag-kayak sa paligid ng sampung libong mga isla at kumukuha ng mga ranger na ginagabayan ng kano.

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