Here's Your Perfect Three-Day Itinerary For Miami, Florida

Great bars and restaurants, good weather, tons of art, beaches for miles...what more could you want? Oh yeah, how about a huge-ass airport that makes it super convenient to get to?

Best order a strong brew — you've a big day of exploring ahead! There are a few locations around Miami, so a cup of the city's best coffee will never be too far away.

I mean, you could spend a whole weekend in Miami without stepping foot on the beach, but why would you want to? It's divided into sections — North, Mid, and South — and it gets trendier (and louder) the further south you go. Check out the colorful lifeguard towers dotted along the shoreline, then find yourself a nice patch of sand, go for a dip, and soak up some sunshine.

This bar is actually onsite at the Freehand, so it's dangerously convenient if you're staying there. But it's worth making the trip even if you're not.

The menu here is a fusion of...everything. I'm usually skeptical of menus that have loads of different cuisines, but all the dishes I tried — from the tostones, to the falafels, to the lamb ribs — were delicious. There's a cute patio where you can dine alfresco, or you can cozy up at a table inside. It does get busy, so book in advance if you can (or have a drink at the bar upstairs while you wait).

If you're wondering why there's a line out the front of this seemly laid-back taco shop, it's because there's a hidden bar out the back. You walk through the porta-potty and into a huge bar/dance floor area. Then when your feet start to hurt, you can drunkenly stuff your face with tacos before you head home. Genius.

The only downside of eating here is having to actually decide what to order — everything is SO GOOD. My tip: sit down to eat something from the café menu, which includes breakfast platters, yogurt parfaits, and sandwiches, then grab a sweet treat from the cabinet to snack on later.

You might think these photogenic popsicles look too pretty to eat, but you would be very, very wrong. There's no denying this place is an Instagram thirst trap, but thankfully it'll satisfy your tastebuds as well as your eyeballs. Choose from classic fruit or ice cream pops, enjoyed as is or dressed up to the extreme.

After a big day of walking around you deserve a drink. Between 4:20pm and 6:30pm, you can load up on drink and snack specials in the bar or lounge. The happy hour menu is limited but often includes substantial bites such as fried chicken and roasted cauliflower, plus beer, wine, and specialty cocktails.

This small 25-seater café serves up one of the best Cuban sandwiches in town. Order the classic El Cubano, made with spiced ham, shredded pork, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard on a Cuban roll. You can thank me later.

This live music venue is where locals come to dance. Order yourself a mojito, nab a booth with a good vantage point, and sit back and watch the dance floor come alive. Or, get up and join in!

Whet your appetite before dinner with these delicious lil' morsels. The oysters are warmed ever so slightly in the oven, then seared table-side with a glowing hot piece of coal. You'll feel fancy AF.

End your trip on a high note with a feast at this Downtown restaurant. The menu here is Persian-inspired and designed to be shared, though if you decide to rebel and order a burger to devour on your own, I certainly won't judge you.