8 days in Chicago & Miami, USA: itinerary with Top attractions and Hidden Gems and Nature and outdoor

Start Day 2 at Navy Pier at 9 AM - allow 2.5 hours to explore. Then, take a 10-minute taxi ride (~$10) to the Chicago Riverwalk by 12 PM; enjoy leisurely views for 1.5 hours. Conclude your day at Skydeck Chicago, a 10-minute taxi ride (~$10), starting at 2 PM for a thrilling 2-hour visit. Attractions are ordered by proximity to the city center.

Day 1 starts at Bayside Marketplace (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for shopping and dining. Take a 15-minute taxi ride (~$15) to Miami Seaquarium, arriving by 11:30 AM for a 3-hour visit. Afterward, enjoy a 10-minute taxi ride (~$10) to Vizcaya Museum & Gardens for a 3-hour exploration starting at 3 PM.

Day 2 starts at Wynwood Walls at 9 AM - allow 90 minutes to explore the murals. Take a 15-minute rideshare (~$10) to Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, arriving by 11 AM. Spend 3 hours enjoying the beautiful gardens. Head to Little Havana at 2:30 PM - a 20-minute taxi ride (~$15) to immerse in vibrant culture and cuisine until 4:30 PM.

Day 3 starts at Miami Beach Botanical Garden at 9 AM - allow 90 minutes to explore. Travel 15 minutes by taxi (~$15) to Coconut Grove for lunch and shopping at 11 AM, spending 2 hours here. Finally, head to Key Biscayne Beach with a 20-minute taxi ride (~$20) for relaxation starting at 1:30 PM; allow 3 hours to unwind and enjoy the views.

Day 4 starts at Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach at 9 AM - allow 1 hour to explore. Travel 30 minutes by taxi (~$30) to Everglades National Park for a 4-hour visit, starting at 10:30 AM. After that, take a 30-minute taxi ride (~$35) to South Pointe Park for leisure at 3 PM, spending 1.5 hours enjoying the scenery.

Day 5 starts at Dolphin Mall (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 3 hours for shopping and dining. Travel via taxi for about 25 minutes (~$30) to The Kampong, arriving at 12:30 PM - enjoy the botanical garden for 2 hours. For the afternoon, take a 20-minute taxi ride (~$25) to Crandon Park at 3 PM, allowing 3 hours to relax on the beach and explore.

Day 6 starts at Lummus Park at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to enjoy the beach and boardwalk. Drive or take a rideshare (15 mins, ~$15) to Oleta River State Park by 11:30 AM for 3 hours of biking or picnicking. Finally, head to Matheson Hammock Park & Marina at 3 PM (20 mins, ~$20) for 2 hours of scenic views and relaxation.