First introduced onto the Formula 1 calendar in 2022, the Miami Grand Prix has quickly established itself as a three-day festival of on-track action, live music and luxury hospitality.

A purpose-built track in Miami Gardens serves as the setting for the sixth round of the FIA Formula One World Championship and the first of three visits to the United States this year for the BWT Alpine Formula One Team. If you’re heading to Florida, here are our top five must-do activities…

Explore the South Beach neighbourhood

Miami Beach is a slender, nine-mile-long barrier island along the Atlantic Ocean, divided into three distinct neighbourhoods. South Beach – from South Pointe Park north to 23rd Street – is the most famous of the trio, home to sandy strands, swaying palms and the pastel-coloured Art Deco buildings that have become synonymous with this iconic destination. It’s also a great place to enjoy a late-night party. South Pointe Park, a beautiful green space at the southern tip of Miami Beach, offers stunning panoramic views of the coast.

Take to the waves

Enjoy shoreline views of Biscayne Bay, the downtown Miami skyline, Miami Beach, Fisher Island, Star Island mansions, and more on a speedboat tour. Choose either a high-performance RIB boat or opt for a more gentler approach with a yacht charter tailored to your specific needs. Then you can even turn the experience into a fishing trip or a party cruise. Another option is to kayak and snorkel off Key Biscayne for an up-close encounter with the area’s natural beauty.

Cheer on your favourite team

The Miami International Autodrome is a 19-turn, 3.36-mile track located within the complex of Hard Rock Stadium, the home of the legendary Miami Dolphins NFL team. Although the race falls outside football season, Miami boasts a variety of other sports teams to support. Perhaps the most famous internationally is David Beckham’s Inter Miami soccer club, based in nearby Fort Lauderdale and featuring high-profile players such as Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez. If basketball is more your style, the legendary Miami Heat NBA team plays at Kaseya Center, while the Miami Marlins MLB baseball team offers another exciting option.

Sample the best food South Florida has to offer

The Miami Grand Prix has gained a reputation as an event that combines racing with luxury hospitality. South Florida’s food and beverage scene is considered to be one of the best in the world, and each year, the Grand Prix features celebrity chefs catering to premium hospitality offerings with locally-sourced flavours. If you don’t get the chance to sample their cuisine at the track, be sure to visit their famous eateries downtown, where you’ll find plenty of options for every taste.

Take a trip to Miami’s Design District

Not only is this area a luxury shopping destination, but Miami’s Design District is also dedicated to innovation in fashion, architecture and dining. Check out the Institute of Contemporary Art or the Haitian Heritage Museum located here, or soak in the cool, hip vibe of Wynwood — Miami’s graffiti and mural-lined cultural core.