How to Experience the World Cup in MiamiExperience the World Cup in Miami like a local—watch matches at iconic bars, savor global flavors, explore vibrant neighborhoods, soak up art and culture, and uncover the hidden spots where soccer passion pulses through the city’s heart.AuthorsSteller
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Where to Watch

Hard Rock Stadium
The epicenter of Miami’s World Cup fever—sun, sound, and sweat all mixing under one roof. Come early for the chaos of parking and the aroma of street grills. Linger after the match; the real party often moves to the lots or the bars in Little Havana. Locals know to take the express lanes—traffic can turn a short drive into a marathon.
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Grails Miami - Restaurant & Sports Bar
This is where Miami’s love for sport meets its obsession with style. Sneakers line the walls, cocktails come smoking, and matches roar from every corner. During the World Cup, it feels like a global block party. Grab a seat on the patio for the best crowd energy. Locals know to reserve early—on game days, the place fills faster than a counterattack.
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American Social - Bar & Kitchen - Miami
American Social hums with energy when matches roll in—giant screens, craft beers, and buzzing crowds. Locals claim it’s where pre-game rituals turn into post-goal celebrations. Claim a corner booth, order the wings.
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Fritz & Franz Bierhaus
Fritz & Franz pours old-world German beer in a cavernous, lively space. During matches, chants echo like a stadium. Grab a pretzel, sip a lager, and soak up the soccer frenzy.
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305 Sports Bar
305 Sports Bar pulses with soccer energy, hosting Inter Miami CF supporters and visiting European fan groups. Screens roar with every goal—grab a drink, wear your team’s colors, and lose yourself in the match-day chaos.
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Mickey Burkes
With dozens of TVs and a sports‑first mentality, it’s ideal for watching the FIFA World Cup surge. Locals say the staff will switch a screen for your game, the atmosphere drops into full futbol mode. Arrive early, especially for big knock‑out rounds, and stake a spot near the east wall TV cluster.
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Where to Stay

JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa
JW Marriott Turnberry blends luxury and escape—spa, golf, pool—perfect for recharging between World Cup matches. Fans and families retreat here, enjoying calm away from downtown chaos, cabanas by the water, and shuttle access to Miami’s soccer frenzy.
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Pelican Hotel Miami Beach
On iconic Ocean Drive, Pelican Hotel blends Art Deco flair, oceanfront views and retro chic—perfect for a World Cup‑stay where you decompress after high‑energy matches. Sip a cocktail on the terrace, stroll the beach at dawn, and stay steps from the fan‑zone. Nightlife pulses nearby; request a seaview room to catch sunrise before kickoff.
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The Setai, Miami Beach
The Setai oozes refined calm—three temperature‑controlled pools, private cabanas, bespoke service. With its five‑star finish and discreet guest list, it’s a natural hideout for soccer stars and fervent fans alike—ideal for recharging between match‑day surges.
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Faena Hotel Miami Beach
Faena Hotel dazzles and disorients—flaming pools, gilded lounges, and pounding music. Soccer stars and traveling fans collide here, laughing, nursing cocktails, recharging between World Cup matches, caught somewhere between indulgence and the next roar of the crowd.
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1 Hotel South Beach
1 Hotel South Beach hums with ocean breeze and rooftop sun. Walk the beach toward South Pointe Pier, watch street soccer, sip juices and cocktails, then return to the rooftop to decompress between World Cup matches.
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Culture

Wynwood Walls
Wynwood Walls bursts with murals—some honoring soccer legends like Messi and Inter Miami. Walk the alleys, feel the city’s energy, and let the art reflect the same passion you’ll see on the World Cup pitch.
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Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens is a sun-drenched escape of fountains, statues, and old-world elegance. Stroll its labyrinthine gardens and imagine the global soccer crowds, culture, and pageantry, a quiet reminder of the international spectacle about to descend on Miami.
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Art Deco Museum
The Art Deco Museum hums with pastel lines and neon edges, Miami’s architectural heartbeat. Like the World Cup, it celebrates global style and culture—walk the exhibits, feel the city’s history pulse, and connect design with the game’s international spirit.
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Española Way
Española Way pulses with old-world charm—cobblestones, vibrant façades, and the smell of paella in the air. During the World Cup, it’s a crossroads of fans, food, and music, where every corner hums with shared passion and celebration.
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Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami
ICA Miami hums with bold, contemporary energy. Galleries twist and surprise, challenging every expectation. Go on a quiet weekday morning, linger in the sculpture garden, and catch the free talks that locals swear are worth the visit.
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South Pointe Park Pier
South Pointe Park Pier stretches into sun and surf, a frontline for people-watching and ocean breeze. Fans gather here to swap stories, catch street soccer near the sand, or sip a cold drink while scanning the horizon for kickoff energy.
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Little Havana Ultimate Food Tour
Explore Little Havana’s vibrant streets: savor Cuban sandwiches, pastelitos, mojitos, and coffee; watch domino games, admire murals, visit cigar shops, and Cuban Memorial Park—an immersive, sensory journey through food, culture, and the resilient Cuban community.
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Miami Sunset and City Lights Cocktail Cruise
Unwind on a two-hour Miami cruise with wine, beer, and frozen cocktails. Watch the sun dip, skyline lights flicker, and let mellow music, coastal breezes, and sparkling drinks erase the week’s grind.
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Restaurants & Eats

Cafe Prima Pasta
Café Prima Pasta hums like a quiet trattoria hideout. Messi dines here in secret, savoring truffle-stuffed pasta and carpaccio. Grab the terrace or red room, and taste the same flavors fueling champions during World Cup madness.
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COTE Miami
COTE Miami is a fire‑lit steakhouse where smoke rises and dry‑aged beef sizzles at the table. Messi chose this spot to celebrate wins, allegedly. Book early, go deep on the butcher’s feast, and stay past dessert for the rare wine list.
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Walrus Rodeo
Walrus Rodeo blazes with wood-fired heat and bold flavors—mustard-green lasagna, charred quail. Between World Cup chaos, it’s a quiet feast: sit by the flames, sip wine, and let the kitchen reset your senses before the next match.
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COTOA Restaurant
COTOA channels Ecuador’s wild landscapes into plates—hand-rolled pan de yuca, coconut-ginger ceviche, and Cotopaxi-inspired chocolate lava cake. Chef Espinoza’s 24-seat room hums with discovery; savor the tasting menu and natural wines, letting flavors linger long after the first bite.
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Over Under
Over Under in downtown Miami flips dive‑bar energy into something sharp and unpredictable. Neon mosquito martinis, karaoke‑charged nights and a cheeseburger that’s earned cult status set the tone. Surf the vibe after a match, grab that burger and watch what happens.
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B & M Market
B & M Market packs Caribbean punch—curry goat, jerk chicken, oxtail stew. Run by a husband-and-wife team since 1980, it’s perfect for grabbing bold, hearty plates to fuel yourself before diving into Miami’s match-day chaos. Good to know: the seating is minimal, parking is street only, and items sell out—shop with intention.
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