Tour & Activity Scams in Miami, USA
Unlicensed guides, fake tickets, bait-and-switch excursions, and ticket scalping. Below are the tour & activities scams reported in Miami — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Las Vegas, Boston, and Tulum.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Tour & Activities Scams
12
Total in Miami
How it works
Unofficial jet ski and watersport rental operators on Miami Beach charge tourists for damage to equipment after return, claiming scratches or dents were caused during the rental. Damage is often pre-existing and operators intimidate tourists into paying cash on the spot.
How it works
Promoters outside South Beach clubs offer free entry or VIP access, leading tourists to expect no cover charge. At the door they are assessed a cover of $30-$100 per person, or inside they are told they must purchase minimum bottle service to remain.
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12 total warnings across all categories