5 Best Neighborhoods in Miami

Many people come to Miami for the beaches, while others came here for the parties and the women. We’re all familiar with the nightclubs of South Beach and the Cuban cuisine that waffs throughout Little Havana, but what about Miami’s extensive art deco districts or its world-famous museums? No matter your reason for visiting or moving, Miami has so much to offer and more then you could even imagine.

South Beach or “SoBe” lies outside of downtown Miami on a barrier island extending into the ocean. With its eclectic mixture of bodegas, golf courses, and high rises, South Beach is one of the most beautiful and lauded over attractions Miami has to offer. From sunbathing on its crystal sanded beaches to touring its historic Art Deco district, there’s a reason many people never leave South beach.

For the young people, you can enjoy everything from endless night clubs that never sleep to Urban Beach Week every year. Of course, homes in South Beach are very inflated in price, although condos or apartments can be a more affordable option. With so many amenities in sights to see in South Beach, it would take forever to write them all down.

Don’t be surprised to see a few celebrities partying down here. While tourists dominate the main drag, the locals live it up just around the block.

Miami is obviously famous for its strong Cuban heritage and no other place celebrates this more than Little Havana. Some people say that Little Havana is just like Havana, offering many of the same sights, smells, and eats as its famous capital. Even the street signs in Little Havana are in spanish and you don’t need to speak a word of English to live here.

Little Havana features a thriving art district, courtesy of the artists and nightlife that swarmed over this neighborhood in the early 2000s. Be sure to to tour historic Tower Theatre or hit up the local clubs for some latin music shows. You won’t be surprised to see most of the patrons smoking cigars and merengue reverberating around the streets of Little Havana.

Coconut Grove has undergone a rapid transformation indicative of most major cities across the country. What once used to be a bustling neighborhood for hippies and night owls is now a quant and clean collection of villas, townhouses, and mansions. What once were clubs and local bars are now boutique shops and upscale restaurants for the locals.

As you could imagine, Coconut Grove is quite expensive. It’s within walking distance to the waterfront and features a ton of winding bike paths and green space to chill out and relax. Visit everything from The Barnacle Historic State park to the outdoor cafes. Coconut Grove still retains much out of that old school nightlife, featuring plenty of bars, venues, clubs, and local haunts to pass through on your stay.

Coral gables is tucked beneath the sprawling highways of the city and luxury beachfront. Being the most wealthy neighborhood in the city, Coral Gables offers some of the most beautiful sights in all of Miami. From its Spanish style architecture to its private, luxury mansions, Coral Gables feels separated from, but yet a vital part of Miami at the same time.

Be sure to tour the small boutique shops and spectacular local restaurants lining Miracle Mile. Coral Gables has something to offer for everyone from commercial shopping districts to an eclectic nightlife scene. The University of Miami is nearby, as is endless beachfront, so you’ll find people of all different lifestyles in Coral Gables. As you guessed, Coral Gables is reserved for the extremely well-to-do and its old school stucco homes and modern day townhouses will run you a pretty penny.

Wynwood is perhaps considered Miami’s best up-and-coming neighborhood for young people. Located north of downtown, Wynwood features both the Miami Design District and Midtown. Midtown Miami is essentially a town inside a town, featuring everything from mega shopping malls to small hole-in-the-wall bars. This has made Wynwood a favorite of young people and hipsters. With its thriving arts district and small apartment complexes, Wynwood also remains more affordable than most of the city- at least for now.

With Miami’s beaches, dynamic nightlife, shopping outlets, hotels, food strip, art festivals, endless shenanigans, and reliable internet connection, we cannot deny that it is one of the best cities for digital nomads.

The cost of living in Miami can cost at about USD 2,520/month.

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