Podcast Tour: Rhythm and Empire – Miamis Latin Pop Revolution
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
Itinerary
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1
10 min
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.
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2
10 min
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.
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3
10 min
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.
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4
10 min
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.
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5
10 min
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.
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6
10 min
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.
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7
10 min
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.
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
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.
- ✓ 100% refund24 hours or more before the start time
- ✕ 0% refundLess than 24 hours before the start time