Miami has a lot going for it: its shoreline, year-round warm weather, and diverse population. So don’t just get caught in the bubble of fun but distracting Miami Beach. This guide will help you explore the city’s numerous neighborhoods—from Little Havana and Coral Gables to the Design District—and discover its full potential. Monocle will introduce you to the dynamic arts and culture scene that is surely the most vibrant and exciting in the U.S., the best bars and restaurants—often more laid-back than in other big North American cities—and everything in between.

Monocle’s team shares the knowledge it has acquired from regular pilgrimages down south from its bureaus in Toronto and New York, as well as its contacts and insider knowledge from being regular attendees at Art Basel Miami Beach. This is a guide that shows modern Miami for what it is—and without the tired bikini and sports-car clichés.