As the Miami Grand Prix returns May 1-3, Greater Miami and Miami Beach once again transforms into a global playground for racing fans. While the action unfolds at Hard Rock Stadium, the destination itself becomes part of the spectacle, with world-class hotels, chef-driven dining, and vibrant nightlife shaping the full race weekend experience.
Here is a comprehensive guide to where to stay, dine and explore across the destination. From oceanfront resorts to design-forward stays, buzzy new restaurants and rooftop scenes, the experiences below extend well beyond the track.
EVENTS
Williams F1 Team Fan Experience – South Beach
From Monday, April 28, through Sunday, May 4, the Williams F1 Team hosts its official fan experience at 430 Lincoln Road. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (closing at 2 p.m. on May 4), this activation features the Williams FW47 show car, esports driving rigs, exclusive team merchandise, and scheduled appearances, including driver Alex Albon and Team Principal James Vowles.
Racing Fan Fest – Wynwood Marketplace
From May 1-4, Wynwood Marketplace hosts the Racing Fan Fest in the heart of Miami’s Wynwood arts district. This free fan zone runs throughout the weekend with racing simulators, DJ sets, guest appearances, food stalls and pop-ups catering to motorsport enthusiasts.
Hard Rock Beach Club – Trackside Concert Series
From Friday, May 1, through Sunday, May 3, the Hard Rock Beach Club at the Miami International Autodrome (between Turns 11-13) transforms into a day club and concert venue. Previous editions have featured internationally known DJs and musical acts performing, blending live entertainment with trackside viewing.
THINGS TO DO
Greater Miami & Miami Beach
The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau’s guide to Grand Prix weekend maps out where to stay, dine and celebrate across the destination. Hotels near Hard Rock Stadium include Serena Hotel Aventura or Hilton Aventura (Brightline’s Aventura station offers Hard Rock Stadium Connect shuttles). There are also plenty of hotel deals and Grand Prix-ready packages, spanning luxury resorts, boutique stays and value-driven options with added perks. Race weekend also offers a gateway to explore Miami Gardens. Visitors can tour Hard Rock Stadium beyond race day, tee off at Topgolf, see what puts the “gardens” in Miami Gardens at Walt Frazier Park at Carol City, and discover a growing dining scene that r includes Awash Ethiopian Restaurant and We Shuckin Southern Eatery.
Lincoln Road
As the Miami Grand Prix takes over the city, Lincoln Road becomes an extension of the race weekend spectacle—an open-air promenade just minutes from the beach. Spanning eight pedestrian-only blocks in the heart of Miami Beach, it’s South Florida’s largest walkable district, home to more than 200 retailers, restaurants, cultural institutions and experiential concepts. Visitors can explore rotating public art installations, catch a performance at the historic Colony Theatre, the New World Symphony or TheFillmore Miami Beach.
F1 Experiences
F1 Experiences is transforming the way fans engage with race weekend by offering all-in-one packages that combine premium seating, behind-the-scenes access, hotel accommodations, round-trip transportation and daily circuit transfers in a single booking. Miami Grand Prix packages include coveted Insider Access moments, including guided F1 Paddock Tours, Grid Walks, Championship Trophy photos on the start/finish straight, Aramco F1 Pit Lane Walks during practice, guided track tours with expert commentary, and appearances from drivers and key F1 personalities. Hospitality options range from reserved grandstand seating to the refined Champions Club, the elite F1 Paddock Club™, and team-branded Paddock Club Suites.
WHERE TO STAY
The Gates Hotel South Beach
Experience the perfect combination of excitement and serenity at The Gates Hotel South Beach, a 235-room sanctuary nestled along the picturesque Collins Canal on Collins Avenue. While the Formula 1 action unfolds at the Hard Rock Stadium, guests can watch the races from the comfort of the hotel’s pool. Later, they can unwind on the Plunge Deck overlooking the waterway or retreat to custom double-sided cabanas.
Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, Autograph Collection
Located along the Miami Beach boardwalk, Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, Autograph Collection is a 357-room oceanfront resort in the heart of Miami Beach’s Mid-Beach neighborhood. Originally opened in 1940, the modern resort has a preserved art deco aesthetic with original terrazzo floors in the lobby area, lush greenery and a wraparound mezzanine balcony overlooking the check-in and lounge area. Visiting guests can stop by for a glass of wine at Bungalow Beach Bar & Grill, the charming beachside bar; settle in for an authentic Italian meal at Donna Mare Italian Chophouse, the signature restaurant; or grab a quick snack at Il Merkato, the Italian market, coffee bar and gelateria to replenish themselves after experiencing Grand Prix excitement.
Hotel Continental, Miami Beach
Celebrate the world’s most electrifying Formula 1 races with an unforgettable Grand Prix getaway at Hotel Continental. Start your engines with a welcome cocktail from the hotel’s retro-chic Divebar, home to a self-pour beverage wall powered by RFID technology. Then, enjoy transportation between the hotel and circuit with a rideshare credit and can keep the adrenaline high with a QR-coded playlist titled “Fast Lane Frequencies.” Fuel up each morning with a complimentary Breakfast of Champions for two at Divebar, then toast with a complimentary round of libations. Guests also receive a Race Day Refuel Kit that includes a refreshing cooling towel, SPF lip balm, earplugs, a Hotel Continental-branded cap, electrolyte recovery powder and revitalizing under-eye patches. Guests catching the action from the hotel can soak up the atmosphere poolside on race car floats or join the Mixer’s interactive watch parties featuring lap time predictions, F1 trivia challenges and raffles.
The Goodtime Hotel, Miami Beach, a Tribute Portfolio hotel
With a high-octane weekend of racing and world-class entertainment, there is no better place to stay than The Goodtime Hotel, a seven-story, 266-room gem for fans who want to be close to the action while still immersed in the excitement that defines Miami. Guests can keep the party vibes flowing and the hangovers at bay with the Hangover Helper package (available upon request, based on availability), featuring rejuvenating spa treatments, electrolyte-rich coconut water served in real coconuts, Snooz white noise sound machines and more. The heart of the action is at The Pool at The Goodtime Hotel, where parties take over from noon until sundown with live DJ performances. Additional details can be found HERE.
The Betsy – South Beach
Trade the track for tranquility at The Betsy – South Beach, a boutique Michelin Key hotel within South Beach’s Art Deco Historic District, home to The Alley and LT South Beach, both helmed by award-winning Chef Laurent Tourondel. Guests can also enjoy the hotel’s 3,200-square-foot rooftop complex with a swimming pool or visit the property library. Lauded as a world-leading literary hotel, The Betsy offers jazz nine times a week in The Piano Bar, classical music pop-ups, major art exhibitions, poetry readings, and an artist residency program that has welcomed more than 1,500 writers and creatives.
Arlo Wynwood
As the first hotel in Miami’s preeminent creative and cultural district, Arlo Wynwood offers fans a vibrant home base where visitors can experience a destination defined by world-renowned street art, buzzy galleries, standout dining and dynamic nightlife. The 217-room, nine-story hotel reflects the neighborhood’s creative spirit with interiors by award-winning design firm Meyer Davis that blend eclectic industrial elements with modern touches. More than 250 works of art are displayed throughout the property, reinforcing its identity as a cultural hub for both locals and travelers. Between race-day excitement and after-parties, guests can take advantage of complimentary wellness programming and live entertainment or unwind at the hotel’s rooftop pool at ART Wynwood. Other property highlights include Higher Ground, an indoor-outdoor urban retreat for hotel events, and the ground-floor restaurant, Wyn Wyn.
Balfour Miami Beach
Travelers looking for a retreat away from the track will find it at Balfour Miami Beach, a Registry Collection hotel in Miami Beach’s South of Fifth neighborhood. Just steps from the sand, the 82-room boutique property spans two art deco-style buildings connected by a tropical courtyard. With a rooftop deck, plunge pool, bike rentals and direct beach access, the property offers a reset between race-day events and evening celebrations. Balfour also offers SoFi Coffee, an artisanal community café, and Laurel Miami Beach, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant.
The Elser Hotel & Residences
The Elser Hotel & Residences is a 49-story luxury tower in Downtown Miami featuring 646 residential-style rooms, including studios, one-bedrooms, and spectacular two- and three-bedroom suites, all with floor-to-ceiling windows, unobstructed bay views, walkout balconies, bathrooms for every bedroom, fully equipped kitchens, and washers and dryers. Visitors enjoy an abundance of well-appointed amenities, including a two-story state-of-the-art fitness center and a 19,000-square-foot sun deck offering sweeping views of Biscayne Bay, a 132-foot-long pool, a 16-foot LED screen to watch the races, and an expansive event lawn. Guests can lounge on special race car floats by Float Factory and sip on specialty F1-themed cocktails at Bayview Rooftop Bar & Kitchen. Options include the Schumacher Slam Built, a precision-crafted tequila cocktail turbocharged with lime, triple sec and lychee and finished with a drizzle of sweet grenadine, or The Elser Grand Prix, featuring premium vodka, a burst of lime, herbal Midori and silky free foam.
Novotel Miami Brickell
Colorful and contemporary, Novotel Miami Brickell offers a social hub in the heart of Brickell where guests and locals alike can mix, mingle and fuel up for the action ahead. A modernist pioneer in the midst of Miami’s urban Brickell neighborhood, the hotel is just steps away from the city’s financial district, premier shopping, immersive dining and vivacious nightlife. Reflecting Miami’s playful atmosphere, Vista Rooftop Bar and Lounge invites guests to experience race day viewings and dining specials.
WHERE TO DINE – MIAMI BEACH
Laurel Miami Beach
Tucked away in Miami Beach’s South of Fifth enclave, Laurel Miami Beach is a cosmopolitan New American hot spot with Mediterranean flair. It takes its name from the laurel herb, long a symbol of achievement, so every meal feels like a podium moment. Executive Chef Camila Olarte presents a seasonal menu fueled by local ingredients and coastal inspiration. Behind the bar, a sommelier-curated lineup of American and European wines is served alongside craft cocktails, digestivos, classic cocktails, beers and seltzers; an extensive whiskey and gin selection; and zero-proof options. Laurel keeps the energy high from breakfast through lunch and dinner, plus a happy hour Monday through Saturday from 4-7 p.m. The terrace and courtyard set the scene for celebratory toasts and gatherings.
Uchiko Miami Beach
Grand Prix attendees visiting Miami Beach can’t miss Uchiko, the sister restaurant of Uchi in Wynwood that takes a fiery turn with a robust “from the hearth” section, where the yakitori grill takes center stage and chefs employ various smoking and curing techniques for both hot and cold preparations. A tasting menu displays the nuances and complexity of beef from Japan, Australia and the U.S., complemented by a daily selection of freshly flown-in fish. Central to the Uchiko dining experience is the spirit of sharing, where guests can delve into a variety of imaginative modern Japanese small plates, nigiri offerings and daily specials. Balancing the food is Uchiko’s beverage menu, featuring a notable selection of Japanese whiskies, sake, spirits, beer, wine and a rotation of crafted seasonal cocktails.
Donatella Restaurant
The stylish Donatella Restaurant, located within Donatella Boutique Hotel, invites guests to savor la dolce vita through a menu that marries Italian authenticity with coastal sophistication. Homemade pastas crafted daily anchor a menu rich with Mediterranean tradition, from bright antipasti and crudo to decadent entrées like coal-seared branzino and crispy bone-in veal cutlet. Signature cocktails include the Mona Lisa, a blend of Grey Goose vodka, Chinola liqueur and tomato water, plus zero-proof creations such as Donatella’s Affair, made with matcha, orange juice and mint. Whether for an event or a candlelit dinner, Donatella blends Old World Italian glamour in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Kung Fu Chicken
Grand Prix weekend in Miami Beach calls for fast, craveable food—and Kung Fu Chicken delivers. Opening this March, the brand’s largest location yet brings the authentic flavors of Asian street food to the beach, with crispy, 24-hour marinated chicken, bold sauces and shareable bites inspired by night-market favorites across China, Japan, Korea and Thailand. With a bright, playful space featuring bold pink accents and a mural of the mascot JoJo, Kung Fu Chicken is perfect for grabbing a quick meal between trackside action, fueling up for the day or taking home a flavorful feast.
Donna Mare Italian Chophouse
Donna Mare Italian Chophouse is the perfect pit stop during Miami Grand Prix weekend, delivering high-performance flavors in the heart of Miami Beach. Located adjacent to the historic Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, the restaurant brings the spirit of coastal Italy to Collins Avenue under the direction of Executive Chef Luigi Iannuario. Guests can fuel up with handcrafted pastas, wood-fired pizzas made from a 50-year-old mother yeast, expertly aged steaks and sustainably sourced seafood. Kick off race weekend on Friday evening with the restaurant’s resident DJ (6:30-9:30 p.m.), setting the tone for a vibrant night just steps from the beach.
The Alley
Tucked just off Ocean Drive at the Michelin-recognized Betsy Hotel, The Alley is a hidden gem from Chef Laurent Tourondel serving 16-inch Roman-style pizzas with a crispy yet chewy crust. Settle into the cozy alleyway patio overlooking “The Betsy Orb” with an Italian spritz and enjoy a calmer (but still cool) Grand Prix moment away from the crowds.
LT South Beach
Fuel up in style at LT South Beach, the casually chic New American restaurant inside the iconic Betsy Hotel. Helmed by celebrity Chef Laurent Tourondel, the menu features elevated classics—from prime steaks and fresh-caught fish to vibrant vegetarian dishes with global flair. Snag a seat on the Ocean Drive terrace for peak people-watching or head inside for live jazz and Latin rhythms that keep the energy high long after the checkered flag drops.
WHERE TO DINE – WYNWOOD/BRICKELL
Vista Rooftop Bar & Lounge at Novotel Miami Brickell
Shift into race mode at Vista Rooftop Bar and Lounge at Novotel Miami Brickell, where the Grand Prix takes over the giant screen from noon to 4 p.m. each day, with lounge-style seating and panoramic views of Biscayne Bay and Brickell’s skyline stretching to the horizon. Signature Red Bull creations keep energy levels high while live DJs spin tracks as smoothly as a championship driver taking a corner.
Delilah Miami
Grand Prix guests looking to keep the energy high off the track can make their way to Delilah Miami, an exclusive modern-day supper club that blends Roaring ’20s glamour with white-glove service, world-class entertainment and a chic waterfront backdrop. Helmed by Chef Mitchell Hesse, the technique-driven menu is tailored for Miami, weaving Latin-inspired flavors into Delilah’s elevated American steakhouse classics. Golden Hour on the patio runs Tuesday through Saturday from 5-7 p.m. with discounted bites and cocktails, while Throwback Thursdays bring Y2K vibes and live performances to the dining room. Sundays shift into smooth sophistication with Jazz Night..
Uchi Miami
In the heart of Wynwood, Miami’s art and cultural district, is Uchi, Hai Hospitality’s award-winning flagship restaurant named after the little red house where Chef Tyson Cole introduced his nontraditional take on Japanese cuisine to Austin, Texas, in 2003. Uchi strikes a delicate balance between elevated food and impeccable service alongside a welcoming atmosphere, ideal for race visitors staying in or visiting the mural-filled neighborhood. The menu consists of hot and cool tastings, sushi and sashimi, makimono, yakimono, tempura, a prix-fixe lunch and a changing omakase based on seasonal items. Dine-in, takeout and private dining are available.
R House Wynwood
R House Wynwood is a celebrated Miami restaurant and entertainment venue known for its chef-driven, Latin-inspired cuisine, vibrant drag performances and welcoming, art-filled atmosphere. Helmed by chef-owner Rocco Carulli, the food menu features craveable shared plates, signature steaks, burgers, fresh seafood, hearty bowls and creative sides, while the bar program offers a mix of house cocktails and classics with a twist. R House is home to Miami’s iconic weekend Drag Brunch and offers weekly dinner service with live shows, themed events and happy hour.
THRōW Social® Miami
For Grand Prix weekend revelers looking to keep the momentum going, THRōW Social® Miami delivers a 35,000-square-foot indoor-outdoor playground in Wynwood. The tropical-chic venue pairs live DJs and bands with interactive games, multiple full-service bars and VIP cabanas. From happy hour to late-night bottle service, it’s a high-energy destination designed for groups eager to mix, mingle and play. Guests can lounge in luxe cabanas, gather around oversized LED ping-pong and shuffleboard tables, enjoy chef-driven shareable bites and craft cocktails, or take over the massive courtyard stage.
Wyn Wyn
Fans enjoying a day in Wynwood before the Grand Prix festivities in Miami Gardens can check out Wyn Wyn, a dynamic restaurant located on the artsy hotel Arlo Wynwood’s ground floor. With Executive Chef Oumar Diouf at the helm, the neighborhood’s hot spot offers a menu crafted for connection, drawing inspiration from a mix of global flavors with fresh takes and familiar favorites. From local Burrata Caprese with compressed watermelon to Steak Frites with yucca fries, dishes are designed to reflect the community. Wyn Wyn is open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. for breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus a new weekend brunch experience from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and afternoon tea weekends from 1-4 p.m. Guests can also catch a live jazz trio on Friday nights, because good food deserves a great soundtrack.
ART Wynwood
Known for its poolside DJ sets, ART Wynwood brings a lively rooftop energy to Miami Grand Prix weekend, offering a stylish setting above the neighborhood’s street art with sweeping views of the bay. Guests can enjoy globally inspired dishes and creative cocktails served poolside or at the bar, with Sunset Sips Happy Hour (Monday through Friday from 6 -9 p.m.) featuring 50% off select food and beverages. The rooftop’s crown jewel is its 76-foot-long heated pool open year-round. Private cabanas outfitted with sectional seating, a mini fridge and a television provide a comfortable escape. Both hotel guests and locals can access the space, with pool passes available for purchase through Arlo Hotels’ website.
WHERE TO DINE – COCONUT GROVE/CORAL GABLES
Da Angelino Cucina Italiana
A collaboration between Graspa Group and Ariete Hospitality Group, Da Angelino Cucina Italiana offers an Italian retreat in the heart of Coconut Grove. Inside a warm, terra-cotta-toned dining room and lush garden patio, guests can settle in for a regionally inspired menu of house-made pastas, premium meats and seafood, and antipasti designed for sharing, complemented by Italian wines and signature cocktails. Tucked just behind Da Angelino, Al Bàcaro is a 30-seat, mostly open-air tavern inspired by Venice’s beloved bàcari. Designed for casual sipping and snacking, it offers cicchetti, warm stuffed focaccia, artisanal salumi and formaggi boards, and Italian wines by the glass or traditional gottino pours.
Mottai
For a more refined escape during Miami Grand Prix weekend, Mottai offers an elevated dining destination. Located at The Plaza Coral Gables, the restaurant offers a sophisticated approach to Japanese cuisine with lunch and dinner menus that go beyond sushi with raw preparations, composed small plates, grill-focused entrées, and a selection of nigiri and maki. Mottai marks the U.S. arrival of Attivo Group, a celebrated hospitality powerhouse with 13 acclaimed locations across Brazil.
HOW TO GET AROUND
Freebee
Freebee, South Florida’s free, on-demand electric transportation service, offers a convenient and sustainable way to travel between events, hotels and restaurants. Whether you’re heading to the main event or enjoying nearby activities, Freebee helps you navigate Miami efficiently while reducing your environmental impact. Simply download the app, request a ride, and enjoy seamless transportation during one of the world’s most celebrated sporting events.