Podcast Tour: Rhythm and Empire – Miamis Latin Pop Revolution
- Duration2h 2m
- Max Travelers30 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryAudio Guides, Cultural Tours
Overview
Step into the sensory heart of Little Havana to discover how political exile, street-level rhythm, and unyielding creative vision transformed Miami into a global music capital. Guided by an architectural historian and a seasoned local music expert, trace Gloria and Emilio Estefan’s journey from community gatherings to worldwide stardom and hear how Afro-Cuban percussion reached mainstream radio without losing its soul.
– A 4.0 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 122 minutes
– Ideal for travelers interested in pop culture, migration, and globalization
– Immersive podcast-style storytelling by experts and locals
– Matching audio content, an AI guide, and navigation through the app
What's included
Verified facts woven into an engaging story
Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
Precise navigation between the stops
Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals
Itinerary
Begin at the Gloria and Emilio Estefan star on SW 8th Street, celebrating their footprint on Miami and global Latin pop culture. The public sidewalk is freely accessible.
A historic Art Deco movie palace that served as a bilingual media bridge for arriving exile families in Little Havana. View the building from outside; a film ticket is not included.
A legendary mid-century Little Havana venue where American jazz brass collided with Cuban rhythms. The self-guided stop views the site from outside; drinks and live entertainment are not included.
Futurama 1637 Art Building is a former commercial space turned creative hub, embodying the independent production spirit of Little Havana. View its exterior; gallery access is not included.
Walk through this solemn linear park dedicated to Cuban exile history, the emotional backdrop to many Latin pop ballads. The public park is freely accessible.
Cafu00e9 La Trova at 971 SW 8th Street celebrates Cuban cantinero cocktail arts and live trova music. This self-guided exterior stop does not include drinks, dining, or a performance.
Finish outside the Manuel Artime Theater, a civic performing-arts venue that reflects Miamiu2019s development as a capital of Latin music. The exterior is freely viewable; admission to any show is not included.
Good to know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.