7 days in Miami & Marathon Itinerary

Florida’s mecca of fun in the sun, the lively tropical metropolis of Miami is one of the world’s top vacation spots.

On the next day, browse the different shops at Bayside Marketplace.

To find more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Miami road trip planner.

Orlando to Miami is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of flight and train. Traveling from Orlando in December, plan for a bit warmer nights in Miami, with lows around 68°F. On the 22nd (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Marathon.

A tiny city just 16 km (10 mi) long, Marathon is spread across several islands in the middle of the Florida Keys.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Dolphin Research Center.

To see maps and more tourist information, use the Marathon trip builder .

You can drive from Miami to Marathon in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of flight and bus. In December, daytime highs in Marathon are 80°F, while nighttime lows are 71°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Wed) to allow time for travel back home.