5 Top sites to visit near the Miami Grand Prix Autodrome

The Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens is home to the 2024 Miami Grand Prix, which will take place May 3-5. Besides the thrill of racing and on-track actions from favorite F1 drivers like the 7-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton and last year's Miami GP winner Max Verstappen, a trip to the Miami GP is one of the most significant travel opportunities for racing fans.

Miami Gardens offers many adventures and destinations for anyone visiting the area for the race weekend. Beautiful oceanfront resorts at Miami Beach, one-of-a-kind street art installations at Wynwood Walls, and endless shopping sprees at Brickell are just a few minutes away from the Miami International Autodrome, where the Miami Grand Prix weekend will be happening.

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5 Best places to go near the Miami Grand Prix Autodrome

Besides going to the race track and watching the Sunday race, here are the 5 best places to visit around the Miami International Autodrome during a trip to the Miami Grand Prix.

• Wynwood Walls
• Everglades National Park
• Brickell
• Miami Beach
• Little Havana

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1) Wynwood Walls

From the Miami GP venue at the Miami International Autodrome, about 17-20 minutes away, is the globally famous street art museum Wynwood Walls. Offering an intriguing artistic spot, walking through the outdoor museum means enjoying a diverse collection of murals and street art covering the 80,000-square-foot walls made by various graffiti artists, painters, and creatives.

It’s also one of the largest outdoor street art installations worldwide and will be a fantastic spot to explore for F1 fans who are also art lovers.

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2) Everglades National Park

While it’s a bit of a drive from Miami Grand Prix's Autodrome, which takes slightly over 50 minutes, the Everglades National Park makes a perfect getaway following the busy race weekend with its endless list of outdoor activities. At 2,300 square miles, it's one of the most extensive subtropical wilderness in the US, and there is plenty to do at the park—hiking, kayaking, canoeing, camping, and bird watching are just a few of them.

Taking a boat ride is one of the must-do while in the area, as it will go through tight canals and open water areas where one can spot various endangered species in their natural habitats.

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3) Brickell

Brickell, AKA Miami's financial district, is just 19-20 minutes from the Miami Grand Prix venue. The chic neighborhood, home to modern hotels, restaurants, coffee shops, bars, and shopping centers, offers a great choice for Formula 1 fans seeking the city's best shopping and nightlife experiences, all while avoiding the crowds of downtown Miami.

Brickell also has plenty of gorgeous rooftop bars and lounges where anyone can enjoy a nice drink while watching Brickell's skyline and the sunset.

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4) Miami Beach

About 26 minutes from the Miami International Autodrome, Miami Beach is a must-visit for Formula 1 fans who want to combine racing excitement during the Miami Grand Prix with a relaxing beach holiday and coastal vibes. Famous for its white, sandy beaches and turquoise waters, the area offers many places to stay, from luxury resorts to smaller, more affordable hotels with ocean views and beaches.

Miami Beach is also an excellent spot for lively nightlife and art galleries as well as famous attractions like Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road, Española Way, and the Art Deco Historic District.

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5) Little Havana

Little Havana, the heart of Miami's Latino community, is just about 21 minutes away from Miami Grand Prix's Autodrome. The area offers a walk and taste of the vibrant Hispanic culture through its colorful district houses and architecture, music, the smell of cigars on the streets, and countless restaurants serving authentic Cuban flavors.

Little Havana is also where F1 fans can find the famed Domino Park or the Maximo Gomez Park, a hotbed for locals to play games of dominoes and talk politics.

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These are the 5 best places that offer different experiences during the Miami Grand Prix. Whether F1 fans prefer the sunny beach, a busy nightlife, or a quieter outdoor excursion, these areas will have them covered for the race weekend.