When you think of Miami, you think of sunshine, life, beautiful people, and a beautiful skyline. As a very active photographer in the city, when I am not on a paid shoot, I am always looking for the best photography spots Miami has to offer. As such, I am continually finding new places in this beautiful place we call Magic city.
Best Photography Spots Miami Has For You to Explore
Below is a list of the best photography spots Miami has to offer. These are places I often visit and have my seal of approval. I also wrote when the best times to photograph at these locations are. The best photography spots Miami has are all effortless to access. Pack light and get to work. If you hustle, you can get all these done by the time your vacation is done. The image below was shot from a friend’s balcony; that is why it did not make the list of the best photography spots Miami edition. But it’s a pretty picture. One of my favorites. I shot it with my Nikon and my Nikon 70-200.
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The gear I used for all my photos: Nikon D800 with a Nikon 14-24mm and a Nikon 24-85mm. A MeFOTO tripod and a wide-angle is a must. I edit all my images with my Lightroom Presets, download them, and give them a try.
Top 30 Best Photography Spots in Miami Florida
1. Matheson Hammocks Park. This park is lovely. It took a beating from Hurricane Irma; however, you can still get beautiful images there. This is a popular location for engagement photoshoots as well.
2. Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. This is an iconic place where a lot of famous films and TV shows are filmed. This place is a must at sunset and or at night.
3. Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. This place is fantastic. It is full of history and epic for photoshoots. The best time to shoot is really all day as there is beautiful light all day in the gardens.
4. Miami Skyline under MacArthur Causeway. This is one of my favorite places to shoot and hang out at. This place is located right next to the Miami Children’s Museum. It is straightforward to find and a great place to catch a sunset over the skyline.
5. Miami Beach Surfers. You can find surfers in Miami Beach in the wintertime. As we get a cold front from the Bahamas, the waves get bigger, and the surfers come out. This is a very relaxed time to catch a sunrise and hang out with the chill crowd of Miami.
Best Photography Spots Miami
6. Key Biscayne Beach. This place is really excellent, and one of the only dog-friendly beaches in South Florida. The best time to shoot is at sunset. Bring a beer or a nice bottle of wine and enjoy the scenery.
7. Miami Skyline on top of the MacArthur Causeway. This is the view from the top of the MacArthur Causeway. You can access it from the Southern side of it. There is a nice long ramp that takes you to this spot—Park at the Miami Children’s Museum.
8. Sunny Isles Pier. This is a great place to come shoot the sunrise. You have to be up early to make it, but it’s well worth the short drive. There is almost never anyone here.
9. Ball Harbor Beach. Beautiful views of the Atlantic can be seen from here. The best time to come is at sunrise.
10. South Pointe Pier. I shot this photo from the top of the pier. From here, you can catch beautiful views of Miami just about any direction you look. The best time to come is at sunrise and or sunset.
Best Photography Spots Miami
11. South Pointe Park. This is one of my favorite places to come enjoy the sunset. You can see the port of Miami and watch the ships go in and out of the harbor. It’s a site to see.
12. Maurice Gibbs Park in Miami Beach. You have beautiful views of the islands from here. The best time to come is at sunset. This place is right around the corner from me. We might possibly run into each other as I come here often.
13. The Miami Skyline from the Venetian Bridge. This is another view you can get of the Miami skyline. I shot this from the Venetian bridge closest to downtown. The best thing to do is to rent a bike and ride it across. Its only 2-3 miles each way, and it is a beautiful ride. I do this bike ride twice a day just to relax and get the blood flowing.
14. Miami Beach Lifeguard Towers. These can be found all over the beach, and they are very colorful and beautiful. The best time to catch one of these beauties is during sunrise. Anywhere in Miami Beach, these can be spotted.
15. Alice Wainwright Park. This is a great park to relax and catch a sunrise—lots of palm trees and water views. You also have this cool benches that say Miami on them.
Best Photography Spots Miami
16. Bayside Mall. To get this particular shot, you have to walk up the bridge from Bayside Mall. It’s a short walk and well worth it. I recommend a wide-angle lens for this shot.
17. The rocks in Miami Beach. These rocks can be found on the beach in 30th street. The best time to come is at sunrise during low tide.
18.Brickell Key. This is shot from Brickell Key looking East towards downtown. Best time to come in at sunset and or at night.
19. The Miami River. This is the Miami River; you can find a path to walk it downtown. It is a beautiful walk with plenty of photo ops. The best time to come is at night.
20. Sunrise at the bach. This is as simple as it sounds. Head to the beach for an epic morning, kick back, and enjoy the scenery. This is Miami Beach, of course.
Best Photography Spots Miami
21. Haulover Inlet. This is an excellent spot to come for sunrise. There are lots of fishermen unless there is a storm. I captured this image during a crazy storm in the hurricane season.
22. Faena Hotel. This is the only place in Miami and possibly the world that has a golden Mammoth. Gret place to take photos, and it is right on the beach.
23. The Everglades National Park. If you have time, you absolutely must go to Everglades National Park. Just look at this photograph.
24. Wynwood Walls. Alone or with a model, Wynwood is a must. It is a really cool trendy area covered in graffiti full of like-minded artists. While you are there, stop at Panther coffee. Trust me, its OK.
25. Downtown-Brickell skyscrapers. There are so many cool buildings all around Miami. If you are into architecture, you need to come here at night. Remember to look up.
Best Photography Spots Miami
26. Deering Estate. This is a cool property owned by the state. You need to have permission to come here, and it is $20.00 to get in. It is not always open. Make sure you check availability before you arrive. The best time is sunrise.
27. Brickell City Centre. This is a new mall, and its all the rage. Come here to get some food and enjoy the beautiful modern architecture. The best time to come is at any time.
28. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. This is a beautiful park you can come to and relax. This is great, especially if you have a shoot to do.
29. Little Havana. Little Havana is a small taste of Cuba. There are restaurants and people playing dominoes. This is the perfect place to give your street photography a shot. It’s the closest place to Cuba you can get without actually being there.
30. Boca Chita Key. This place is just stunning. However, you will need a boat to get there unless you are an incredible swimmer (jk). Once you find a ship, head there at sunset. The best lens to use is 24-70.
Best Photography Spots Miami
That’s my list of the best photography spots Miami has. This is a comprehensive list, and I update it often. Please come back and check out the new locations. If you only want to shot Miami Beach, I also have a location list. Check it out. Please leave me a comment if this was helpful in any way and share this with your friends. That is the best way to say thank you. You can also buy me a beer ;)
These are the best photography places to shoot in Miami, Florida.
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Edin, great types for someone directly on the other side of the coast.
Thank you, Bob, now you know where to go when you are down here :)
Hey Edin,
Where in the Miami River did you take this photo? Was this close to Brickell?
This is west of the Icon, very easy to find under the people mover. I hope that helps.
Loved the article and your photos.
I’m going to Miami in August. Any suggestions where to stay so I can do as much walking to spots as possible? I also enjoy looking for unique or unusual places. Suggestions on that also?
Thanks.
Steve
Thank you, Steve, I would stay in Miami Beach somewhere between 1st street and 22nd street. This is very central and close to everything, very walking friendly and our uber friendly. I hope that helps :)
Thanks for the fast response. Any ideas for places off the beaten path?
Not of the top of my head, I will let you know if I think of something :)
Cool beans.
Thank you so much for this list, def got the juices flowing in some good locations
My pleasure Im happy to help :)
Vizcaya charges for taking pictures there? Are there any places that are free and not the beach? We’re getting married at the beach . . . looking for other ideas
There are a lot of cool parks out there, however, most of them charge. Check out Wynwood, its a cool place for photos.
Vizcaya looked amazing, found out it’s $200 for any kind of portrait shoot, will have to reserve it for paid shoots :(
Yea they are a bit crazy with their prices. I did a commercial shoot there and it was not cheap.
How much time were you allowed?
Good stuff here. Great spots for automotive footage.
Thank you, I am always happy to help.
You can also visit live music venues like Bougainvillea’s Old Florida Tavern, Neme Gastrobar and Gramps. Hence, whether you are on a lookout for punk rock or prefer to amuse yourself of Jazz, Miami is the place to be.
Where else do they have good jazz?
Very well written article. I am very much pleased to see such as informative article after quite long. As I was planning a trip in Miami this summer with family and your post really got some good ideas about what we can see there. Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure Don, thanks for checking it out.
Very helpful! Thanks! Can’t wait to get out to your suggested spots and shoot and post them on my IG account: Mila_and_dres_world
No prob, can’t wait to see them.
I don’t drink but,….OMG! Great work
Thank you :)
I live up in Vero Beach and have been here a couple years. Unfortunately I haven’t gotten our to do much photography. Thanks for this guide. It really helps to know a few places to go to get some great shots. I saw your Jupiter guide and will probably start there. Might be interested in a photo tour down in Miami in the future!
This is lovely. Looking to do some shoot in the near future. I love Miami and I visit from Tampa often.
Amazing, I am glad you found it helpful. Let me know next time you come down :)
Thanks. Very helpful. Do you need permit to shoot in these locations?
If its a commercial shoot I’m sure you need permits, however, if you are a hobbyist you can just go take photos :)
thank you
You are very welcome :)
It’s number 29 on the list.
Wow these are great. Good job!