Top Florida Architecture Tours

Get to know the Art Deco history of Miami Beach with a guided walking tour. Learn about local architecture and heritage from a Miami Design Preservation League guide. See a wide range of Art Deco architecture in Miami Beach and hear stories about the history and preservation of this protected district. Tours include admission to the Art Deco Museum and Gift Shop.

See the gorgeous Art Deco architecture in South Beach on a guided walking tour that explores landmark buildings and out-of-the-way gems. You’ll learn the history of South Beach as you walk through the ocean-side neighborhood, with fascinating stories about mob life, Hollywood glamour, and modern design, and you'll hear about the area's outrageous characters and scandals. Since this tour begins and ends in the heart of South Beach, it’s a great way to get oriented in one of Miami’s most vibrant neighborhoods, with a local guide to lead the way.

Tour Jacksonville’s arts and architecture scene thoroughly on this electric bike tour, which lets you cover a ton more ground than if you were on foot, and offers more flexibility than in a car. Plus your guide tells you the best route, starting near Memorial Park, making your way along the St. Johns River and through the Avondale Historic District. Besides art and architecture, keep your eyes peeled for river dolphins, too.

See the best of South Beach without having to worry about tired legs with this sightseeing adventure in a golf cart. After meeting your guide, ride down Ocean Drive, and get lots of top tips on the city's most interesting sights—such as the Art Deco architecture, and the influence of Art Basel. The tour also showcases beautiful beaches, and reveals plenty of great local tips.

Watch Key West's sunset — a main island attraction — on an evening dinner cruise. Feast on a tropical-themed buffet dinner and sip provided cocktails, beer, wine, and soft drinks as you take in views of the sea, the waterfront, and the sky's warm glow. Live music provides a festive atmosphere, and a cash bar is also available for premium drinks.

Cruise aboard the Double Sunshine from Naples and into the Gulf of Mexico at sunset. Move freely on the deck to see the best views and capture lovely pictures. You may be able to spot dolphins or manatees swimming in the gulf. Cruise past stunning mansions in exclusive Port Royal, serene Keewaydin Island, and enjoy the tales of Florida history from your knowledgeable captain.

Take the plunge and soar through the treetops on a zipline adventure in Daytona Beach. Head to Tuscawilla Park and gear up for an aerial adventure that involves several obstacles and ziplines. This adventure is suitable for groups of friends, families, and couples who want a good way to spend time together in Daytona.

Enjoy a private sunset tour for up to five people. During the trip, look for wild animals such as dolphins, blue herons, egrets, and roseate spoonbills. Stop for a swim at Keewaydin Island, take a walk on a secluded beach, or collect a few souvenir seashells. You will also learn about the greater Everglades ecosystem and the steps that are being taken to preserve it.

Set sail on this beautifully appointed Catamaran, "Cool Beans", and start making lasting memories! Cool Beans Cruises is the perfect way to see SW Florida, By Water! Choose from a 2.5 hr. Day-Sail or a 2 hr. Champagne Sunset Cruise. With quick access to the Gulf of Mexico, you will experience true sailing with limited motoring. A stop for a swim to a secluded pristine beach for shelling can be part of the Day Sail Only(weather permitting). Keep your cameras ready to capture a photo of the local wildlife to see along the way! Cool Beans Catamaran will accommodate up to 20 passengers. PRICE INCLUDES SODA, WATER, BEER, & WHITE WINE . A CHAMPAGNE TOAST AT SUNSET IS INCLUDED FOR THE SUNSET CRUISE. Please note that parties of 7 or more, an 18% gratuity is added to our base price and is due and payable to the Captain. Also available is our 25 Ft .Pontoon, Lil' Beans! Perfect for up close eco/nature /shelling and island hopping. Book a Private tour for a group for up to 6 guests

Step aboard an evening cruise for dinner and drinks while you take in views of St. Pete Beach. Watch over the landmarks of St. Pete and munch on food from the tropical-themed buffet. Open bar means you won't go thirsty while jamming to island music from the onboard DJ and other entertainment.

Don’t waste your time on a controlling jet ski tour that requires you to stay in line and ride a certain speed. Instead, enjoy the freedom to ride as fast as you want by booking this jet ski adventure. A must for independent adventurers, on this excursion, an instructor leads you to a designated area and lets you set your own pace as long as you stay within the ride zone.

See a brand-new perspective on glittering Miami—and enjoy a stress-free, relaxing way to travel—on board a private sunset/nighttime cruise. Once the sun has set, meet your captain in Coconut Grove, and hop aboard: you’ll explore the city’s waterways in a luxurious Monterey vessel. Cruise along the Rickenbacker Causeway to Star Island, admire the Miami skyline, and pass by Brickell’s skyscrapers before returning to your start point.

With this intimate small-group tour, you can get a shortcut to Miami’s most interesting outdoor art, public installations, sculptures, and architecture, without having to do your own independent research. Instead, join a guide on a route that showcases the best of the Miami Design District, with plenty of photo stops along the way.

Explore the history and architecture of Downtown Jacksonville with this tuk-tuk tour. Meet your guide and set out on a half-day tour to see popular local landmarks including the John T. Alsop Jr. Bridge, Veterans Memorial Wall, Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, and Friendship Fountain. Free pick-up from certain hotels is available.

Experience Miami’s Art Deco District through its cocktail scene on this glamorous tour that hits four of the neighborhood’s outstanding hotels. Sip signature cocktails as you learn about the people and events that shaped the district’s culture including hurricanes, the mafia, noveau riche entrepreneurs, and even the television show Miami Vice. As you walk to each venue, your local guide shares stories and insights. Cocktails, fees, and bartender gratuities are included—just bring yourself and some sensible walking shoes.

Exploring the Art Deco district and Miami Beach is a Miami highlight, but you can easily tire when walking the streets in the Florida sun. Give you feet a rest by traveling by electric pedicab. As you ride along comfortably, your guide will take you to such sites such as the Botanical Gardens, Art Deco Drive, Nikki Beach, South Pointe Pier Park and more.

Sarasota is home to an amazing architectural legacy. On this 105-minute air-conditioned tour, guests will visit some outstanding examples of architecture and design, with tours featuring three of the city’s most distinctive styles: Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival, and Mid-Century Modern (featuring the "Sarasota School" of architecture, a regional adaptation of 20th-century International Style modernism that flourished in Florida from the 1940s to the 1960s.) These tours sell out weekly so book early!

Explore the Art Deco Historic District in Miami Beach on a small-group walking tour with exclusive access to top sights and hidden gems. Dive into the Art Deco style of Miami Beach's Architectural District as you visit the interior of historic hotels, see the Versace Mansion on the glamorous Ocean Drive, and pass several Hollywood film locations that put the city on the map.

The uniqueness of this tour will provide you with visiting sites and discussing all that began to construct our Country. This tour is merely a City overview which will give you the knowledge to proceed with visiting our local sites. Our Cities History, founding Religion, and continued Spanish Architecture will be discussed. This is a walking tour so please wear suitable walking shoes. Our City has many streets that are extremely old, any personal accidents occurring on tour from improper footwear and issues concerning the streets are not the fault of our tour and will be hold harmless.

For some, Miami is a sun-soaked city perfect for lounging by a resort pool. While for others, it's offers much, much more—experience Miami's rich history, stunning buildings, and diverse neighborhoods on this private, half-day tour with a guide leading the way. Highlights include visits to the Financial District, Coconut Grove, and Vizcaya Museum. Learn about the city's Cuban heritage, and experience the fantastic buildings of the art deco district.

Take the only tour in Miami led by professionals who are also volunteer tour guides for the Miami Design Preservation League. Discover top attractions and hidden gems on a walking tour designed to cover all the main landmarks and must-see spots in Miami Beach for a well-rounded experience. Learn about how TV shows, Hollywood movie stars, celebrities and mobsters shaped Miami Beach while strolling through alleyways, courtyards and cobblestone streets. Go inside fascinating places while exploring local hangouts unknown to tourists you will love to go back to. Visit Ocean Drive, Lummus Park, South Pointe Park, Versace Mansion, South Beach Boardwalk, Espanola Way, Lincoln Road Mall, Lincoln Eatery Food Hall and step inside many more places no other tour in Miami ventures into. Enjoy exclusive access to historic hotels, rooftops, bars, & more. Check out all the best of South Beach on a walk that covers more ground in a shorter amount of time so you make the most out of your stay.

Perfect for travelers short on time who want to tour Miami but not in a huge tour group, this Miami Art Deco Self-Guided Audio Tour is a great pick. Using your own smartphone and an easy-to-download app, get access to an audio-guided tour of the city’s art, history, and architecture. As you hear stories about the Art Deco movement, pass by popular spots such as Ocean Drive and Miami Beach.

Spend some time appreciating the artistic side of Sarasota during this public art tour. Did you know that there are more than 60 sculptures, murals, and monuments throughout the city? Hop on a trolley, or in a van for smaller groups, and cruise around to view them. Your group will roll through St. Armands Circle and other areas as your guided art expert tells you the history and tales of Sarasota’s art culture.