Do I need a car in Miami?

You won't need a car, however, if you are spending your entire vacation at a resort, are traveling directly to the Port of Miami for a cruise, or are here for a short stay centered on one area of the city, such as South Beach, where everything is within walking distance and parking is a costly nightmare.



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Metrorail, Metromover and Metrobus all provide low-cost or free ways for you to get around Miami without splurging on taxis, rideshares or rental cars. Not only is public transit an excellent way to see the sights, it's also great for the environment and a smart way to avoid parking and garage fees.

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Bus companies like Greyhound and Megabus offer multiple daily trips to popular routes around Florida including Miami, Orlando, and West Palm Beach. Fares are affordable, with some buses offering free entertainment on board. Trains are also an option, with companies like Amtrak and Brightline offering interstate routes.

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For fewer crowds and a pleasant climate, the best time to go to Miami is between November and March. The weather has cooled slightly but temperatures rarely drop below 20°C. You can expect less rainfall in winter with just 51mm per month from December to February, which is the driest time of the year.

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The City of Miami's free, air-conditioned trolley service runs on most of its 13 routes from 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with reduced or no service on some routes on Sundays.

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The cost of a trip aboard Metrorail or Metrobus is $2.25 each way, or $5.65 for a 1-Day Pass. Metrorail and Metrobus transfers are now free. However, the transfer fee for Metrobus and Metrorail to an express Metrobus route will remain 95 cents.

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Take the Tri-Rail train from the Fort Lauderdale Station to the Miami Airport Station, then transfer to the Miami Metrorail. Take the Metrorail towards downtown Miami and get off at any of the Metromover stations. This option costs around $2.25 per person and takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

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Downtown Miami is a safe place to explore during the day, and there is a visible police presence here. Still, you should still take basic precautions, particularly at night. Some neighborhoods, discussed below, are best avoided altogether after dark or when walking solo.

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With all these car hire companies looking to replenish their fleets all at once, demand is outstripping supply, thus the increase in prices. Some visitors are just swallowing the increased car hire pricing and paying up, but the increased cost is out of reach for many planning their Florida holiday.

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