Miami Car Rental

What to Do in Miami in Summer 2019

Visit Miami in the summer for the beaches and clubs, and perhaps rent a convertible to cruise around to take everything in. Temperatures are on average in the mid-80s and you will be thankful for air conditioning. If the heat gets to you you can hit South Beach or any of the other beaches for a dip in the ocean. There are also water parks and actual pool parties to help you cool off. Among the events held in the summer are the Miami Salsa Congress to take in some Latin culture, or the American Black Film Festival. On July 4th you can find several parades in Miami and the surrounding area, most notably the one at Key Biscayne. There are also fireworks displays over the water at Bayfront Park and on Ocean Drive.

Our Car Rental Services

When choosing your car rental in Miami you will have an array of options suitable for a range of travel. We have top quality compact cars and sedans for comfortable city trips and minivans and SUVs if needing more room. You can also enjoy the Florida sun and ocean views with a fun convertible or cruise Miami Beach hot spots in a sports car. At most of our Miami locations, you use our app to try to reserve a particular vehicle thirty minutes before pick up. There are numerous extras to optimize the drive as well. Include a GPS, an additional driver, protection plans or a child seat. Looking to head to Miami's popular Spring Break destinations with friends? No problem! Young drivers under 25 are also welcome to rent a car in Miami.

Traffic Information

Miami has several primary roadways that are good to know for getting around. There is I-95 which runs parallel to the coast and the I-75 which cuts across to the Gulf Coast. State Highway 836, also known as the Dolphin Expressway and State Highway 826, known as the Palmetto Expressway, are also major routes on the outskirts of the city. You can expect to encounter toll roads while driving in Miami and it is recommended to look into your best options for buying a SunPass electronic toll transmitter. You can keep updated about traffic and other important road information with 511 app from the Florida Department of Transportation.

The surface roads in Miami are rather easy to navigate as they are designed around a grid system and roads are numbered based on their distance from the city center. All avenues run north to south and streets run east to west. This, however, is not true if you are in nearby municipalities such as Hialeah, Coral Gables or Coconut Grove. When visiting nearby Miami Beach be aware that in places like South Beach parking is limited and can wind up being quite expensive. It is worth downloading one of the several parking apps available which facilitate payment and can even direct you to a free parking space.

Sixt Sightseeing Tips

Miami is truly a magnetic city that continues to draw visitors from all over the world. Whether you are interested in its glamour or grit you can choose which sides of the city you want to explore and get to know. Big events like the Ultra Music Festival and Art Basel Miami Beach bring cool international crowds to the city and the diverse downtown districts offer up a range of experiences year round. You can hang out in hip Wynwood and the Design District, or eat your way through Little Havana. Head over to Museum Park and have a look at the contemporary art featured at the Perez Art Museum before checking out the Caribbean vibe of Little Haiti. For a change of pace drive to the upscale neighborhood Coconut Grove to take a dip in the Venetian Pool before checking out its upscale boutiques, fine dining restaurants. Of course, no trip to Miami is complete without hitting up Miami Beach. Soak up the sun and the nightlife of South Beach and cruise down Ocean Drive to the Art Deco Historic District.

Miami Beaches

Of course, a trip to Miami would not be complete without time spent at the beach. From Miami, you can drive to Miami Beach and soak up the sun along the coast parallel to Collins Avenue. You can stroll down the Miami Beach boardwalk or check out the scene at Lummus Park Beach. Driving to Sunny Isles Beach, known for its soft, white sand, is also recommended as you can snorkel, dive and partake in other water sports as well. Another great beach is Virginia Key Beach located on Virginia Key not far from the Miami Seaquarium. Enjoy the cityscape views of Downtown Miami as you cool off under a tiki hut. For those looking for a bit of glamour, Bal Harbour Beach could be the destination of choice. This area is known for its luxurious condos and 5-star hotels, and the Bar Harbour Shops, an upscale mall. When the sun goes down you can still have plenty of fun while in the area. Head to South Beach, where you will have your pick of restaurants to dine at before hitting up the nightlife options.

• Distance to Lummus Park from Miami Downtown via MacArthur Causeway: 5.4 miles, about 15 minutes
• Distance to Historic Virginia Key Beach Park from Miami Downtown: 6 miles, about 20 minutes
• Distance to Bal Harbour Beach from Miami Downtown via I-95 E: 14 miles, about 30 minutes
• Distance to Sunny Isles Beach from Miami Downtown via I-95 N: 19.7 miles, about 30 minutes

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