Al Capone's Miami Beach Walking Tour

$9.99

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Tour Highlights

Española Way

The tour begins on one of Miami Beach's most charming historic streets. Designed to resemble a Mediterranean village, Española Way became a gathering place for artists, visitors, celebrities, and colorful characters throughout the city's history.

The Clay Hotel

One of the most significant Al Capone sites in Miami Beach. During Prohibition, the Clay Hotel reportedly became a gathering place for members of Capone's organization and developed a reputation as a hotspot for gambling, nightlife, and underworld activity.

Ocean Drive

Today it's one of the most famous streets in America. During Capone's era, it was already becoming the center of Miami Beach's social scene, filled with restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues.

The Carlyle

One of South Beach's most iconic Art Deco landmarks. Built in 1941, the hotel later became famous through appearances in films including Scarface and The Birdcage.

The Former Versace Mansion

Although not connected directly to Capone, this famous mansion tells another dramatic chapter in Miami Beach history through the story of fashion designer Gianni Versace and the tragic events of 1997.

Art Deco Historic District

Discover the world's largest collection of Art Deco architecture. Thanks to preservation efforts led by Barbara Baer Capitman and others, hundreds of colorful buildings still line Miami Beach streets today.

Scarface Hotel

Fans of crime movies will recognize this location from the famous chainsaw scene in the 1983 film Scarface. The original 1932 version of Scarface was heavily inspired by Al Capone's life and criminal career.

Joe's Stone Crab

One of Miami Beach's most legendary restaurants and reportedly one of Capone's favorite dining spots. Local stories describe Capone reserving tables under aliases and entertaining friends, politicians, and business associates here.

South Pointe Park

The tour concludes at Miami Beach's scenic southern tip, where visitors can reflect on the city's remarkable transformation from a gangster playground into one of America's premier destinations.

Is This Tour Right for You?

Perfect if you:

Love history and fascinating stories

What To explore at your own pace

prefer a private experience

What to avoid expensive group tours

Maybe not if you:

Don't have a phone

Like to follow the tour guide

Don't like stories

Don't like to go at your own pace

Frequently Asked Questions

Did Al Capone really live in Miami?

Yes. Capone owned a mansion on Palm Island and spent much of his later life in Miami Beach.

Why did Al Capone move to Miami Beach?

Miami Beach offered warm weather, luxury living, privacy, and distance from the intense attention he received in Chicago.

What happened to Al Capone?

Capone was convicted of tax evasion in 1931 and sentenced to eleven years in federal prison. After his release, he returned to Florida, where his health steadily declined until his death in 1947.

Is the Palm Island mansion part of the tour?

The mansion itself is private property, and was demolished in 2023, but the tour explores the locations and stories connected to Capone's life in Miami Beach.

Was Scarface based on Al Capone?

The original 1932 Scarface was heavily inspired by Capone's life. The 1983 version starring Al Pacino tells a fictional story set in Miami's drug trade.