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Miami at a glance
With mile upon mile of sun and sand, Miami is a meeting place for the world's young, rich and beautiful. It's the home of Latin American big business, and is a US fashion capital. Enjoy salsa music and feast on fresh seafood in this sultry port city.
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Miami history
Driving down the 395 from Miami Beach, one can only gaze in wonder at the downtown skyline set against the tropical waters and blue skies. It's amazing to think that not long ago, swampland vegetation and mosquitoes dominated the area. In a short period of time, the city has emerged as a major cosmopolitan center for international business, tourism, fashion and nightlife.
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Miami local information
State:
Florida

Country:
United States

Miami By The Numbers:
Population: 2,253,362

Elevation: 11 feet

Average Winter Temperatures: 60-75 degrees F/ 15-24 degrees C

Average Summer Temperatures: 80-90 degrees F/ 29-32 degrees C Average

Annual Rainfall: 56 inches/ 142 centimeters

Average days of sunshine: 250

Quick Facts:
Major Industries: Tourism, International Trade, Software

Ethnic Mix: Whites: 66.6%, African American: 22.3%, Others: 11.1%

Electricity: 110 volts

Time Zone: GMT-5

Country dialing code: 1

Area Codes: 305 and 786

Did You Know?
Miami is the only United States city to be planned by a woman, Julia Tuttle. It is also the only city bordering two national parks: Everglades and Biscayne.

Orientation:
Located on the far southeastern tip of Florida, Miami ranks as the state's most populated city. The Atlantic Ocean borders from the east. It is closer to Cuba than it is to Tallahassee, Florida's state capitol.
Miami weather
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Average Annual Rainfall:
46.4" / 118.1 cm
Plan Your Miami Trip
Top Rated Activities
Venetian Pool
Swim in luxury
Bill Baggs Beach
Popular for generations
Biltmore Golf Course
18 hole par 71 course
Diplomat Country Club
A golf experience
Normandy Shores Golf Course
Older public course
 
Top Rated Places To Stay
Grove Isle Club and Resort
Fulfilling your every vacation wish
Biltmore Hotel
Opulence, old world charm
Villa Sinclair Luxury Beach Suites & Spa
Beachside suite hotel
Clay Hotel & International Youth Hostel
Friendly, central, cheap
Hotel Shelley
South Beach simplicity
 
Top Rated Restaurants
Caffe Da Vinci
Unpretentious gourmet
Barton G
A complete treat!
Capital Grille
Elegance and grandeur
Versailles
Splash of Cuban culture
Oggi Caffe
Pasta and sandwiches
 
Top Rated Nightlife
Van Dyke Café
Jazzy, upscale sidewalk café
Marlin Bar
Caribbean food and music
John Martin's
Irish charm
Twist
Popular SoBe gay bar
Club Deep
Walk (and dance) on water