El Portal Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Port of Miami
Explore the waterfront in Miami Beach with a trip to Port of Miami. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Hard Rock Stadium
Catch an event at Hard Rock Stadium during your trip to Miami Gardens. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Ocean Drive
Miami’s famous strip is not only a gathering point for partiers but well worth the visit for lovers of 1920s art deco architecture.
Dolphin Mall
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Dolphin Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Miami. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
Collins Avenue Shopping Area
You can enjoy some retail therapy with a trip to Collins Avenue Shopping Area, a popular shopping spot in Miami Beach. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed art galleries.
Fontainebleau
After visiting Fontainebleau, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Miami Beach. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Activities
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
Miami Millionaires Sightseeing Cruise
Day trip to Paradise from Miami: Key West Tour with Snorkeling, Open bar
Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami
Everglades Airboat Safari Adventure with Transportation
Miami Big Bus Panoramic Night Tour
Our pick of the best El Portal Hotel Deals
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Pros: Staff and management were incredible. Very kind, helpful, accommodating! The location was great for beach lovers. The restaurant waitress was beyond busy but she always had a smile. Cons: Poor Value for the costs!!! We arrived early and were told the room was ready (yeah) but then was told ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Stayed in the Tresor Tower. Long lines & waits for the elevators.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach
Beautiful beach front resort, great for families
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Mondrian South Beach
Park Central South Beach
Room was clean but very tight, especially bathroom. Soap dispensers very difficult to get soap out of holder(like they don’t want you to use too much). Beautiful location, right across of park and beach. Great restaurants along Ocean Dr. Enjoyed the free bicycle rentals.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Clarion Inn & Suites Miami International Airport
Only one elevator worked, the ac didn't work, the microwave in the room stuck closed and I had to wait 25 minutes for someone to come and free my food from the microwave..... It's very close to the hotel tho, and even has a shuttle (which drove right cross me when I first got to Miami and I ended ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Portal
Midtown
Art galleries, beaches and shopping are just a few things travellers enjoy about Midtown. Check out Wynwood Walls or The Shops at Midtown Miami while you're exploring the area.
Wynwood Art District
Wynwood Art District is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wynwood Walls and Wynwood Art Walk.
Allapattah
If you're spending time in Allapattah, check out sights like 20th Street Shopping District or Miami River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Santa Clara Station or Allapattah Station.
North Beach
A noteworthy feature of North Beach is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Miami Beach Beaches and Ocean Terrace Public Beach.
Overtown
While you're in Overtown, take in top sights like Miami River or 5th Avenue Shopping Area, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Culmer Station or Historic Overtown - Lyric Theatre Station.
Bayshore
Bayshore is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Miami Beach Golf Club and 41st Street while you're in town.
