Getting around Brickell and greater Miami from the hotel

From Four Seasons Hotel Miami (1435 Brickell Avenue) you can reach Miami International Airport by a roughly 20-minute drive and PortMiami in about 10 minutes by car; Brickell’s main shops and the free Metromover are an easy walk. The hotel concierge and front desk can arrange taxis, rideshares, private car service, and provide directions to transit for trips across greater Miami.
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Arriving and leaving: airports and cruise port
Miami International Airport (MIA) is the nearest airport — about 8 miles (roughly a 20-minute drive depending on traffic) from Four Seasons Hotel Miami. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is farther away; travel times vary and are typically longer.
PortMiami is close by; the hotel lists PortMiami as roughly a 2.9-mile, 10-minute drive. For airport and cruise transfers the front desk and concierge can help arrange taxis, rideshares, or private car service.
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- Closest airport: Miami International Airport (MIA) — ~20 minutes by car
- Secondary airport: Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood (FLL) — longer drive (~40 miles)
- Cruise port: PortMiami — roughly 10 minutes by car
| Origin | Typical travel time by car (varies with traffic) |
|---|---|
| Miami International Airport (MIA) | About 20 minutes |
| PortMiami | About 10 minutes |
| Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood (FLL) | Longer drive (around 45 minutes) |
Hotel transport, concierge and house car
Four Seasons Hotel Miami offers a 24-hour front desk and concierge services that can book taxis, arrange private car service, and help with local reservations or event planning. The property has historically offered a complimentary house car service within a limited radius; ask the concierge for current availability and hours.
Valet and self-parking are available on site (the tower includes a multi-level parking garage). An electric vehicle charging station is also available on property. Confirm current parking options, in/out privileges, and rates with the hotel at arrival.
- 24-hour front desk and concierge for transport bookings
- Valet and self-parking on site; EV charging available
- Ask concierge about any complimentary house car service and service radius
| On-site option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Valet parking | On-site, in/out privileges reported — confirm rates |
| Self-parking | Available on site — confirm current nightly rate |
| EV charging | Electric vehicle charging station available |

Walkable Brickell and free local transit
Brickell is one of Miami’s most walkable neighborhoods; from 1435 Brickell Avenue you can walk to Brickell City Centre and Mary Brickell Village in about 10 minutes, and to the Brickell Ave Bridge or Miami River in roughly 15 minutes. The hotel sits within easy walking distance of many shops, restaurants and galleries in the financial district.
Miami’s free downtown Metromover automated transit serves the Brickell/Financial District area. The hotel is a short stroll from the Financial District/Brickell Metromover stations; the Metromover is handy for short downtown hops and transfers to Metrorail for longer trips.
- Walk to Brickell City Centre — ~10 minutes on foot
- Walk to Mary Brickell Village — ~10 minutes on foot
- Free Metromover nearby for downtown connections
| Nearby on foot | Approximate time |
|---|---|
| Brickell City Centre | About 10 minutes |
| Mary Brickell Village | About 10 minutes |
| Brickell Ave Bridge / Miami River | About 15 minutes |

Rideshares, taxis and driving around Miami
Rideshare apps (Uber, Lyft) and taxis are commonly used for destinations across Miami and are typically the fastest option for places not easily reached by walking or Metromover. The concierge can flag preferred pickup/drop-off points at the hotel and assist with larger-party arrangements.
Traffic patterns in Miami vary by time of day; travel times in taxi or rideshare will change accordingly. For longer drives — South Beach, Wynwood, the Design District or the Miami Design District — expect 10–30 minutes depending on traffic and the destination.
- Use Uber/Lyft or local taxis for direct trips across town
- Concierge will advise pickup/drop-off spots and can arrange larger vehicles
- Allow extra time for travel during peak traffic hours
| Typical destination by car | Rough travel time from Brickell (varies with traffic) |
|---|---|
| South Beach | About 15–20 minutes |
| Wynwood | About 20–30 minutes |
| Vizcaya Museum and Gardens | About 15–20 minutes |
Getting to popular sights and neighborhoods
Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), Frost Museum of Science and Museum Park are all a short drive from Brickell and can be reached quickly by taxi, rideshare, or a short Metromover + walk. Wynwood Walls and the Miami Design District are minutes away by car.
If you plan to visit Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, factor time to explore; visitors are commonly advised to allow at least two hours at Vizcaya to see the house and gardens. For day trips outside the city — the Everglades, Key Biscayne and other beaches — the concierge can recommend tours or driving routes.
- PAMM / Frost Museum / Museum Park — quick drive or short transit ride
- Wynwood Walls and Design District — typically 20–30 minutes by car
- Vizcaya Museum and Gardens — plan at least two hours on site
| Attraction | Notes |
|---|---|
| Vizcaya Museum and Gardens | Plan ~2 hours; check open days/hours before you go |
| Wynwood Walls | About 20–30 minutes by car; great for murals and galleries |
| South Beach / Key Biscayne | About 15–20 minutes by car to South Beach; Key Biscayne is a short drive |
Family travel, accessibility and local tips
Four Seasons Hotel Miami is family-friendly and the rooftop Pool Terrace includes a dedicated Kids Pool and pool toys; up to two children age 12 or under can stay free using existing bedding in a parent/guardian’s room — check room type availability when booking. The hotel provides complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout the property.
The property offers wheelchair-accessible rooms, an accessible pool and accessible public areas. If you need a specific accessible Room or Suite (for example Premier Room (Bayfront), Room, Suite (Cityscape), Suite (Bayfront Corner), Grand Suite (Cityscape Corner), Grand Suite (Bayfront Corner) or Presidential Suite (Bayfront)), request it in advance so the hotel can confirm availability.
If you plan to use the rooftop Pool Terrace or reserve a private cabana, ask the concierge about reservations and any applicable surcharges.
- Kids Pool and family-friendly pool amenities on the 7th-floor Pool Terrace
- Accessible rooms and accessible pool available — request in advance
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout the property
| Common family/accessibility needs | What to do |
|---|---|
| Extra bedding or crib | Contact the hotel before arrival |
| Accessible room requests | Ask concierge/front desk to confirm specific accessible Room or Suite |
| Pool cabana reservation | Reserve via concierge; cabanas carry a surcharge |



