Hg2 : The Hedonist

A Hedonist’s guide to…

Miami

Things to doWatersports

Boucher Brothers
Tear up the surf astride a suitably stylish jet-ski courtesy of Boucher Brothers, which is in charge of all rentals on Miami Beach.

ClubsLive Music

The Stage
Some of the best live music in Florida served with a chilled Southern vibe. 

SightsPerforming Arts

Fillmore Miami Beach
Holding 2,700 spectactors, the Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater is home to name-brand live entertainment.

RestaurantsMediterranean

Casa Tua
Extortionately priced food but it is out of this world.

ClubsNight Club

Treehouse
Treehouse is a slightly stripped-down version of the Miami clubbing experience, with a mix of lounge bar, dancefloor room and outdoor garden to choose from.

BarsLive Music

Churchill’s Pub
A near perfect man-cave serving burgers, sport, live music, video games and beer all thoughtfully arranged to let unleash your inner rock-child.  

Things to doWatersports

Miami Beach Parasail
Glide above the Miami coastline courtesy of Miami Beach Parasail, where you may see the ominous shadows of sharks and manta rays lurking in the waters beneath. The ride will take your breath away!

BarsPub

Wood Tavern
Authentically hip beer garden and bar that draws an arty crowd from the Design District...

SightsMuseum

Vizcaya Museum
Boasting antiques from the 16th to 19th centuries, this stately home is a stunner; if you're craving a bit of glamour away from South Beach, Vizcaya is the place to be.

ShopsMalls & Department Stores

Merrick Park
Shop til you drop at The Village on San Lorenzo Avenue, proof - if ever there was any - that Miami's spending power is still going strong.

HotelsClassic

National
The National talks a big SoBe game with perhaps the best-looking pool in town...

BarsDive Bar

Kill Your Idol
Kitschy-dive bar aesthetic is an refreshing South Beach antidote...

ClubsCocktail

Mynt Lounge
Golddiggers and celebrities abound at Mynt Lounge, where fame and fortune are requisites for getting past the ridiculously taut velvet ropes outside.

ShopsAccessories

Passage to India
Passage to India sells bohemian trinkets to hippies with an eye for style.

RestaurantsFrench

La Provencal
Fabulous French fare is served up at La Provencal, where culinary superstar chefs Terrou and Antoniotti have crafted the perfect menu.

Things to doSpectator Sports

American Airlines Arena
Expect to see a few celebs in the crowd at the American Airlines Arena, particularly if the Miami Heat are playing.

HotelsBeach

Circa 39
Circa 39 is a cheeky Art Deco establishment near acres of free sand...

RestaurantsSteakhouse

Meat Market
As the name suggests, Meat Market is where bloodthirsty carnivores come to indulge in doorstop-sized slabs of perfectly-cooked meat; vegetarians beware!

Things to doSpas

Spa at the Setai
The Setai is the best hotel on South Beach, so it makes sense that its spa is one of the best too. Giving pampering and preening an Oriental twist, its treatments are truly indulgent.

Things to doCharters & Rentals

Luxury Car Rentals
You're nobody in Miami until you're behind the wheel of a suitably stylish supercar. Get in and get the girls.

HotelsVilla

Fisher Island Club
Take your time to zone out on your own little island...

RestaurantsCaribbean

Versailles
Cuban classics abound on the menu at Versailles (ignore the French name), which is always packed out with locals. A good sign, if ever there was one.

ShopsFashion

Belinda’s
Belinda's offers homemade clothing with a hippy, bohemian twist.

HotelsBoutique

Astor Hotel
The classic Art Deco design oozes understated style and draws in an exclusive crowd...

ShopsLifestyle

Agora
One-of-a-kind trinkets line the shelves at Agora, where locals rub shoulders with tourists over shelves of offbeat accessories from afar.

ClubsNight Club

Mansion
A perfect example of glitzy Miami nightlife, Mansion delivers six VIP areas, five dance rooms and very pricey cocktails, but if you're looking for a piece of the celebrity scene, you can get it here.

RestaurantsInternational

Juvia
With the panoramic, penthouse view, the lithe, Latino bods languidly lounging and the exquisite creations on your plate you'll need a third eye to soak it all up.... 

ShopsMalls & Department Stores

Cocowalk
Not a huge number of shops, but nice outdoor venue is a change from the usual soul-less, heavily air-conditioned retail spots.

CafesCafe

Pasha’s
A mouthwatering Mediterranean menu awaits at Pasha's, which sits in prime position on the corner of Lincoln Road; vegetarians flock here here for its wide range of non-carnivorous offerings.

ShopsFashion

Post Blue Jean Co.
Those who appreciate a good pair of jeans should head to Post Blue Jean Co., which is a shrine to the denim staple.

SightsParks & Gardens

Maximo Gomez Park
Watching chess is not a fun experience, unless the Cuban dudes are playing.

Things to doSpas

Canyon Ranch
Spa junkies will be familiar with the Canyon Ranch name; as one of most renowned spa companies in the U.S., the Florida outpost is every bit as luxurious as you'd expect.

RestaurantsJapanese

Zuma
Zuma - which has outposts in London, Dubai, Hong Kong and Istanbul - has a home in Miami, and what a home it is. Decked out by interior designer Noriyoshi Muramatsu, the décor is suitably decadent and the food even more so.

RestaurantsItalian

Romeo’s Café
Romeo will take your breath away in his darling little café.

RestaurantsItalian

Café Prima Pasta
Lionel Richie says it's the place to eat, but the food really is of high quality.

CafesCafe

Van Dyke Café
Miami's only jazz bar, the Van Dyke is a popular tourist spot and perfect for a post-shopping bite. Tuck into a range of burgers, salads and pizzas with live jazz in the background.

CafesBistro

Pelican Café
The Pelican Hotel is as hedonistic as they come. Trust us, we know.

CafesCafe

News Café
Beginning life as a bookstore, News Café is now a fully-fledged lunch spot with a patio flanked by umbrellas and a menu that stretches way beyond simple sandwiches.

CafesCafe

Miss Yip Café
Pop-in for challengingly-sized portions of Hong Kong cuisine and a delightfully shabby-chic interior. Always packed with regulars, which should tell you something.

CafesCafe

Icebox Café
If it's good enough for Oprah and her yo-yoing waistline, then the cakes at Icebox Café are certainly good enough for us.
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