BEST CYCLING AND BIKE TOURING ROUTES IN MIAMI

Ride along the Miami shoreline

When it comes to cycling in paradise, Miami’s coastal routes deliver the goods. The most iconic ride? The Miami Beach Boardwalk and surrounding Ocean Drive area. This stretch offers flat, breezy miles with Atlantic views, art deco scenery, and loads of people-watching. Whether you're cruising at sunrise or coasting into sunset, it's all golden hour perfection.

Top coastal routes to ride

• South Beach to Bal Harbour: 14 miles of beach bliss

• Venetian Causeway: stunning bay views and low traffic

• Rickenbacker Causeway: ocean winds and Key Biscayne charm

• Ocean Drive Loop: culture, color, and bike lanes

• Crandon Park Trail: shaded ride with tropical flora

These routes are mostly flat, making them ideal for beginners or travelers hauling gear. You’ll pass by beach parks, outdoor gyms, coconut vendors, and even wild iguanas in some spots. The bike lanes are well-marked and there's plenty of access to cafés and public restrooms. Local rental shops like CitiBike make it easy to hop on and explore even without your own bike.

Looking for a longer challenge? Start in South Pointe Park and ride all the way up to Haulover Beach, combining beachside serenity with glimpses of luxury mansions and yachts cruising by. Early morning rides are especially peaceful — and much cooler — with the ocean breeze keeping you fresh even on humid days.

Discover the city by bike

Beyond the beaches, Miami is a city of neighborhoods, each with its own vibe — and many are best explored by bike. From Wynwood’s mural-covered streets to the tree-lined lanes of Coconut Grove, you can build your own urban adventure that’s equal parts art crawl, café tour, and cultural deep dive. These routes give you the real Miami — spicy, diverse, and full of life.

Urban routes with local flavor

• Wynwood Art Ride: graffiti, galleries, and cold brew stops

• Little Havana Loop: Cuban culture, food, and historic charm

• Brickell to Coral Gables: sleek downtown to Mediterranean streets

• Underline Trail: urban greenway under Metrorail

• Coconut Grove Cruise: shady paths and boho energy

These rides are perfect for travelers who want to soak in the city without rushing. You can easily turn a 10-mile loop into an all-day hangout with pit stops for empanadas, mojitos, or fresh pastelitos. Plus, there are plenty of bike lanes and shared paths connecting the neighborhoods safely. The Underline, in particular, is a rising star — a converted corridor that runs parallel to public transit with art, rest zones, and event spaces built in.

A cool DIY route starts in Brickell, rolls through the Underline to Coconut Grove, then loops back via Coral Way. It’s about 18 miles, mostly shaded, and full of moments you’ll want to Instagram. From banyan trees to street salsa, Miami’s urban core is made for slow pedaling and curious detours.

Pedal into Miami’s wild side

Believe it or not, Miami has a wild, green side that’s totally bikeable. If you’re itching to leave the city grid behind and explore nature on two wheels, you’re in luck. These routes offer longer distances, birdwatching, freshwater canals, and even glimpses of gators — all while keeping things rideable and adventure-ready.

Routes for tourers and adventurers

• Old Cutler Trail: scenic canopy ride past historic estates

• Black Creek Trail: canal-side path through south Miami-Dade

• Everglades Shark Valley Loop: 15-mile wildlife safari on wheels

• Oleta River State Park: singletrack and paved options

• South Dade Trail: 20+ miles of open road for distance riders

The Old Cutler Trail is a local fave, winding through tunnels of green and past some of Miami’s most elegant old homes. If you’re up for a longer ride, connect to Black Point Marina and grab some waterfront seafood. For the full adventure hit, Shark Valley in Everglades National Park is unbeatable — a 15-mile paved loop through the heart of the wild, with an observation tower and gator sightings along the way (stay cool, they ignore cyclists).

Bike tourers looking to log real miles should consider the South Dade Trail. This path stretches over 20 miles and links up with other major trails, giving you a taste of everything from farmland to urban outskirts. Bring hydration, sunscreen, and a camera — the skies out here stretch for miles, and the sunsets are unreal.

With Miami’s year-round warm weather and flat terrain, these nature routes are accessible nearly every day. Just watch out for rain showers in the summer afternoons, and try to ride early when it’s cooler. Bonus: many parks have bike-friendly amenities, restrooms, and picnic spots for a perfect mid-tour breather.