Car Rental Miami Airport

Miami International Airport, or MIA serves the Miami area of the United States of America. It is located outside of downtown Miami. It is only 13 km from this area and is therefore the ideal place to hire a car from. You’ll quickly be on your way to the vibrant, Cuban influenced city of Miami. 

Car hire Miami Airport: A guide to Miami

About the Airport and the city of Miami
Miami International Airport is found approximately 13 kilometres outside of Miami; an appropriate location to collect your hire car from before entering the city. Miami is an energetic and lively city that attracts visitors each year with its beautiful Miami Beach and Cuban inspired culture. It is situated on the Atlantic Coast at Florida’s southeastern tip. There is an activity for every age in this popular holiday destination. Travelling to the South Beach area will show you a hip nightlife scene and an array of architecture of the Art Deco District.

Flying to Miami from Ireland:
It is possible to fly from Ireland to Miami from the Irish cities of Dublin, Cork, Knock and Shannon on a connecting flight. Popular airlines include British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and United. 

Travelling Around Miami​
Miami’s roads are well sign posted and easy to navigate. There are four main sectors to find your way around, these are, northeast, northwest, southwest and southeast. There are several toll roads so be sure to keep some cash on you when driving in to or out of the city. Parking is largely available but can be pricey, so read the signs carefully before leaving your car. 

Eating out in Miami
A good way of sampling the local cuisine is at one of the food and wine outdoor festivals. Food is changing in Miami and the area is fast becoming a foodie destination. There is something for all budgets; however higher budgets are more suited to the South Beach area. 

What Shouldn’t I Miss in Miami?

• Art lovers will love the Wynwood Walls. Here you will find a collection of murals and paintings.
• At the Maximo Gomez Park you can go back in time and visit the Old Cuba. This park is a tourist favourite, where you will see locals sat out competing at chess or playing dominoes. 
• Cool down in the Venetian Pool, found in one of the most beautiful areas in Miami. 
• An important landmark in the city is the Cuban Memorials located south of Calle Ocho. The memorials represent those that died in the Cuban War of Independence.