11 days in Miami Beach & Orlando Itinerary

Separated by water from the neighboring city of Miami, Miami Beach sits on a barrier island between Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.

You'll get in some beach time at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park and Lummus Park Beach. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Anhinga Trail and Fishing Charters & Tours. Explore Miami Beach's surroundings by going to Fort Lauderdale (Fort Lauderdale Beach Park & Las Olas Beach), Everglades Alligator Farm (in Homestead) and Hollywood North Beach Park (in Hollywood). There's lots more to do: get to know the fascinating history of Art Deco Historic District, view the masterpieces at Romero Britto Fine Art Gallery, take a stroll through Ocean Drive, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Surfside Beach.

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If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiports are Miami International Airport, Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport and Palm Beach International Airport. In April in Miami Beach, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 25°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Orlando.

For most people, any mention of Orlando immediately conjures up images of sprawling theme parks filled with characters plucked right out of popular animated movies.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Attractions like Universal's Islands of Adventure and SeaWorld make great kid-friendly stops. And it doesn't end there: discover the magic at Avatar Flight of Passage, find something for the whole family at Universal Orlando Resort, make a trip to Tree of Life, and try out the rides at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique.

For more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Orlando day trip planner.

Fly from Miami Beach to Orlando in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Miami Beach in April since evenings lows in Orlando dip to 21°C.