Miami has become one of the top destinations for the crypto and blockchain industry since Mayor Francis X. Suarez started paying in Bitcoin and declared the city the "crypto capital of the world." At last year's Bitcoin conference, Suarez made a bold statement by installing a robot bull with laser eyes. The gesture is intended to show optimism around cryptocurrencies and highlight the coastal city's vision to become a major fintech hub.
Miami now has its own cryptocurrency known as "MiamiCoin" and is emerging as a competitive tech hub, attracting workers from San Francisco and New York with its unique beaches, easy access to Latin America, and vibrant culinary and art scenes. "The future of finance is here in Miami," Suarez said.
It's easy to see the attraction. Miami has more real estate than New York, has no state income tax, and is more affordable with new property tax cuts. In 2021 alone, Miami attracted 2,061% growth in blockchain investments, according to Telstra Ventures.
Here's what you need to know to stay, eat and play in the city.
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- Lenox Miami Beach - Built in the 1930s, this Art Deco boutique hotel is a quiet retreat on the beach in South Beach, just steps from the Miami Beach Convention Center, home of Bitcoin 2023. The quiet hotel is home to the Amalia restaurant. It serves Mediterranean, Italian and Latin cuisine, including delicious grilled branzino, pork ravioli and liver with ricotta and pears. 1900 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida
- Nobu Hotel Miami Beach - This Japanese beach resort shares a beach entrance with neighboring Eden Rock and offers penthouse villas with balconies offering panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and Miami skyline. The hotel offers private gyms, zen suites (think teak sofas, rain showers) and an Isenia wellness spa for guests who want their own lounge or relaxation area. There is a flagship restaurant, Nobu, which combines the flavors of Japan and Peru. 4525 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida
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- Ocean Grill Setai. Beach views, octopus entrees, salmon carpaccio and other seafood dishes in a relaxing and stimulating environment. 2001 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida
- Mondrian South Beach Bay Beach Club Restaurant. A dinner worthy of a postcard: crab, giant prawns, Galician octopus, burrata and tomato, shakshuka and more. 1100 West Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida
- 27 Restaurant & Bar - Outdoor patio dining serving the best Korean bologna. 2727 Indian Creek Drive, Miami Beach, Florida
- Baoli Miami - Great Mediterranean and sushi offering in the garden. 1906 Collin Avenue Miami Beach, Florida
- Ocean Social Miami at Eden Rock. The Cuban breakfast, acai bowl and green veggie pizza were highlights of this restaurant owned by Chef Tristan Epps. 4525 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida
- Time Out Market Miami - Wide selection of Miami's most popular foods, including Cuban, Middle Eastern, Latin, and Italian. 1601 Drexel Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida
- Mammamia Gelato Italiano Miami - Italian artisanal gelato with pistachio, stracchitella, chocolate and other flavors. 660 Lincoln Rd Mall, Miami Beach, Florida
the visit
- ARTECHOUSE MIAMI - For tech art in South Beach, look no further than this digital art hub, home to Viva Magenta, the annual Pantone color art exhibit. 736 Collins Avenue Miami Beach, Florida
- Miami Bug Museum. Anyone can take a selfie at this museum with more than 40 3D optical illusions, and the museum even has a small camera panel on the floor to help visitors know where to stand. 536 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, Florida