Few destinations have the same always-on energy as Miami—which makes it all the more essential to schedule in moments of respite between visits to the beach and late-night dancing. And what better way to restore balance than with an acupuncture appointment? Or perhaps a meridian-balancing massage?
Take it from us: Any of these can’t-miss destinations are bound to become permanent staples on your Miami itinerary. Relax, tune up—and dive back into everything this vibrant city has to offer.
An à la carte TCM menu at one of the East Coast’s most impressive spas:
Proof that Hotel Carillon takes R&R seriously? Its 70,000 square foot spa and wellness center (the largest on the Eastern seaboard!), flush with modern amenities and a laundry list of treatment options. Our pro tip should come as no surprise: The spa’s menu of Traditional Chinese Medicine offerings, which bridge ancient wellness techniques with a decidedly contemporary spin. You’ll build your ideal treatment with elements like gua sha, cupping, or tui-na massage—along with add-ons like electric muscle stimulation, should you choose to up the ante.
A heavenly solution to a long day in the sun:
If you happened to overdo it at one of Miami’s pristine white sand beaches, might we recommend finding some respite at the Four Seasons? After a marathon day in the sun, there’s nothing quite like settling into one of the soothing body treatments, curated by Susanne Kaufmann—the ultimate blend of TCM tradition, herbal remedies, and peak luxury. Our pick: an indulgent body scrub that leverages echinacea and St. John’s Wort to restore and replenish skin. (Just a warning: This might be the best post-beach nap you’ve ever taken.)
The locale of your next spiritual awakening:
Home to an impossibly serene campus in the middle of the Winwood Arts District, The Sacred Space is an all-in-one venue for healing workshops, seminars…and even weddings. Check the venue’s website to stay one step ahead of all upcoming programming—think integrative nutrition workshops, women circles, regenerative farming tutorials, and more.
Skip your Botox appointment and get this sculpting facial instead:
Locals rave about this hidden gem of a skincare destination in the heart of downtown Miami. Our pick: The gua sha facial, which uses one our favorite Chinese techniques to naturally tone and sculpt the muscles in the face. (And a quick PSA: If you’re trying to perfect your own gua sha technique at home, Habits hosts workshops and online tutorials, too.)
A tea tasting experience that will transport you across the world:
If you’re lucky enough to snag an appointment for a tea ceremony, you’re in for a treat: Your private barista will take you through an (aptly-named) flight of varieties sourced from around the world. Founder Michael Ortiz is so committed to delivering the highest caliber of tea experiences in the U.S., that he won the first-ever American Tea Master’s Cup in 2019.
Sip botanical cocktails in a velvet-lined lounge:
Herbal cocktails and tonics in a club setting? That’s our kind of vacation multitasking. Come for the top-notch, plant-based mixology, settle into the plush decor—until you’re ready to dance the night away, that is.
