The Miami River Inn is a collection of restored 1906–1910 Craftsman cottages in the Little Havana neighborhood, listed on the National Register of Historic Places as Miami's oldest surviving inn. The property's four cottage buildings, tropical garden courtyards, and pool patio create an intimate and genuinely historic wedding setting within walking distance of the Miami River. Intimate ceremonies and elopements for up to 50 guests unfold in the garden courtyards beneath bougainvillea-draped pergolas and century-old trees. The inn's small scale and dedicated ownership make it particularly appealing for couples seeking a personal, historic, and non-commercial setting for their ceremony.
Best seasons to marry here
Plan your day here
When are you getting married?
Pick a day and I'll work out the light for it — sunset here, when golden hour opens, and the ceremony time that puts you inside it.
Planning your timeline
| Month | Sunset | Ceremony | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:51 PM | 3:51 PM | 2.3″ |
| February | 6:14 PM | 4:14 PM | 2.3″ |
| March | 7:29 PM | 5:29 PM | 2.5″ |
| April | 7:43 PM | 5:43 PM | 3.4″ |
| May | 7:59 PM | 5:59 PM | 4.9″ |
| June | 8:13 PM | 6:13 PM | 7.8″ |
| July | 8:14 PM | 6:14 PM | 6.0″ |
| August | 7:57 PM | 5:57 PM | 7.5″ |
| September | 7:25 PM | 5:25 PM | 8.4″ |
| October | 6:53 PM | 4:53 PM | 6.5″ |
| November | 5:32 PM | 3:32 PM | 3.3″ |
| December | 5:32 PM | 3:32 PM | 2.3″ |
Sunset times are calculated for this venue's coordinates, shown in EDT for the 15th of each month in 2026. Golden hour is the 60 minutes before sunset. The ceremony start is my rule of thumb — about 2 hours before sunset, so a short ceremony and family photos still leave the two of you in golden light. Adjust it to your own timeline. Average temperatures and rainfall are NOAA 1991–2020 normals from MIAMI BEACH, 5.4 miles away.
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
Open vendor policy
Bar / Alcohol
Open with licensed service
Music Curfew
10:00 PM
Rental Hours
6 hrs included
Vendors
None
Rain Backup Plan
Covered verandas and indoor inn spaces
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; riverside location; flood zone — confirm flood protocols
Verify Before You Book
Micro-wedding specialist; best for 75 or fewer guests; confirm riverside event permit requirements
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer
Sunset Direction
West-facing river
Shade Coverage
Lush tropical garden canopy
Best Shots & Hidden Gems
Victorian-era cottages, tropical garden pathways, Miami River waterway, heritage hardwood trees, old Florida character unique in modern Miami
118 SW South River Dr
Miami, FL
Parking
On-site small lot
Nearest Airport
Miami International Airport (MIA) · 6 mi
Guest Hotels
Holiday Inn Port of Miami, Intercontinental Miami, Kimpton EPIC Hotel
