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Travelers go to Miami mainly for Miami Beach and they go to Miami Beach mainly for South Beach, the region's unrivaled crown jewel, which visitors say they can't get enough of. Here, the art deco history of the city meets the bright lights and vibrant nightlife of the younger generation.
There's something for everyone in Miami Beach – and a lot of it. White sand, an eclectic dining scene, prime shopping, luxurious spas and world-class nightlife are all staples in Miami Beach. Just make sure to bring plenty of loot – Miami Beach can be done on a budget, but you'll severely limit your options and it won't be nearly as fun.
There are several ways to get to Miami Beach from downtown Miami, including the Metrobus and taxi. Many travelers prefer to simplify things by basing their vacation in one of the many hotels here. South Beach has the costliest accommodations – thriftier travelers can find a deal if they stay farther north, between 24th and 192nd Streets.
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Miami Beach
Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road, Española Way, Beaches..
Travelers go to Miami mainly for Miami Beach and they go to Miami Beach mainly for South Beach, the region's unrivaled crown jewel, which visitors say they can't get enough of. Here, the art deco history of the city meets the bright lights and vibrant nightlife of the younger generation.
There's something for everyone in Miami Beach – and a lot of it. White sand, an eclectic dining scene, prime shopping, luxurious spas and world-class nightlife are all staples in Miami Beach. Just make sure to bring plenty of loot – Miami Beach can be done on a budget, but you'll severely limit your options and it won't be nearly as fun.
There are several ways to get to Miami Beach from downtown Miami, including the Metrobus and taxi. Many travelers prefer to simplify things by basing their vacation in one of the many hotels here. South Beach has the costliest accommodations – thriftier travelers can find a deal if they stay farther north, between 24th and 192nd Streets.
Located north of downtown Miami, the Design District is super-posh, with dozens of flagship stores for virtually every high-end clothing, apparel, and jewelry brand you’ve heard of – and some you probably haven’t. However, you don’t have to buy anything to enjoy yourself here. Simply walk past the sleek storefronts, many of which are arrayed around pedestrian-only paths, and marvel at what’s inside. A handful of outdoor sculptures and art installations (including a really fun swinging bench set) make for great photo opportunities.
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Miami Design District
Located north of downtown Miami, the Design District is super-posh, with dozens of flagship stores for virtually every high-end clothing, apparel, and jewelry brand you’ve heard of – and some you probably haven’t. However, you don’t have to buy anything to enjoy yourself here. Simply walk past the sleek storefronts, many of which are arrayed around pedestrian-only paths, and marvel at what’s inside. A handful of outdoor sculptures and art installations (including a really fun swinging bench set) make for great photo opportunities.
Anchored by Calle Ocho (8th Street), a super-vibrant main drag of traditional eateries, pocket parks (popular with domino players), cigar bars, stall vendors, and street performers, Little Havana is the heart of Miami’s huge Cuban expat community. There’s no right or wrong way to experience this utterly unique neighborhood – as long as you budget a couple of hours to take it all in and don’t mind jostling with crowds of eager tourists.
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Little Havana
Anchored by Calle Ocho (8th Street), a super-vibrant main drag of traditional eateries, pocket parks (popular with domino players), cigar bars, stall vendors, and street performers, Little Havana is the heart of Miami’s huge Cuban expat community. There’s no right or wrong way to experience this utterly unique neighborhood – as long as you budget a couple of hours to take it all in and don’t mind jostling with crowds of eager tourists.
From its position in the heart of downtown Miami, Brickell City Centre helps pump style through the trendy city's veins. The open complex spans three city blocks and four stories, housing roughly 100 different retail, restaurant and cinema options for visitors to pass the time. Despite being an open area, the Climate Ribbon installation that towers over the outdoor walkways works to lower the temperatures while maintaining Miami's glamorous style. Because of this, many reviewers said it's a nice place to go for a stroll.
The complex offers almost exclusively high-end stores, which means that window-shopping may be the only option for some travelers. Despite the price restrictions, you don't have to spend money to enjoy the Brickell City Centre. Many recent visitors recommend simply exploring the attractive space. The area's culinary options also receive praise from recent travelers, especially the Italian-inspired Casa Tua.
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Brickell City Center
701 S Miami AveFrom its position in the heart of downtown Miami, Brickell City Centre helps pump style through the trendy city's veins. The open complex spans three city blocks and four stories, housing roughly 100 different retail, restaurant and cinema options for visitors to pass the time. Despite being an open area, the Climate Ribbon installation that towers over the outdoor walkways works to lower the temperatures while maintaining Miami's glamorous style. Because of this, many reviewers said it's a nice place to go for a stroll.
The complex offers almost exclusively high-end stores, which means that window-shopping may be the only option for some travelers. Despite the price restrictions, you don't have to spend money to enjoy the Brickell City Centre. Many recent visitors recommend simply exploring the attractive space. The area's culinary options also receive praise from recent travelers, especially the Italian-inspired Casa Tua.
Situated between Bayfront Park, Miamarina and the PortMiami cruise ship terminal, the Bayside Marketplace is a hub for tourists who want to shop, dine and people-watch.
It's a one-stop shop to grab all sorts of Miami souvenirs, and with more than 150 shops and eateries, there's something for everyone. Popular shops and restaurants include Gap, Victoria's Secret, Five Guys, Starbucks and Bubba Gump Shrimp Company. It's popular with passengers waiting to board their cruise ship or those r eturning from vacation and visitors who want to watch the yachts pull in and depart from the marina. The marketplace also features live music from local bands every afternoon and evening and is home to tour boat operators like the Thriller Miami speedboat adventures.
While it's free to people-watch and to walk around, be prepared to pay for parking on-site if you can't find metered parking on the nearby Biscayne Boulevard. Recent visitors also warned that during peak season it can get crowded.
Bayside Marketplace is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and open until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Hours are a littler shorter on Sunday when the marketplace is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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Bayside Marketplace
401 Biscayne BlvdSituated between Bayfront Park, Miamarina and the PortMiami cruise ship terminal, the Bayside Marketplace is a hub for tourists who want to shop, dine and people-watch.
It's a one-stop shop to grab all sorts of Miami souvenirs, and with more than 150 shops and eateries, there's something for everyone. Popular shops and restaurants include Gap, Victoria's Secret, Five Guys, Starbucks and Bubba Gump Shrimp Company. It's popular with passengers waiting to board their cruise ship or those r eturning from vacation and visitors who want to watch the yachts pull in and depart from the marina. The marketplace also features live music from local bands every afternoon and evening and is home to tour boat operators like the Thriller Miami speedboat adventures.
While it's free to people-watch and to walk around, be prepared to pay for parking on-site if you can't find metered parking on the nearby Biscayne Boulevard. Recent visitors also warned that during peak season it can get crowded.
Bayside Marketplace is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and open until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Hours are a littler shorter on Sunday when the marketplace is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Adult admission: $18 ($16 for National Trust members)
Hours: Wednesday through Monday, 9:30am to 4:30pm
Built as a winter home in the 1910s by James Deering, who oversaw an agricultural equipment conglomerate, the stunning Vizcaya Museum & Gardens sits on 10 acres of prime real estate – just two miles southwest of downtown Miami, along Biscayne Bay. The immaculately landscaped gardens and ornate dock area are almost as impressive as the sprawling stone mansion itself. Vizcaya is truly a chimera: part art museum (thanks to private art donations from multiple benefactors), part Gilded Age exhibition, and part nature preserve.
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Museo y Jardines de Vizcaya
3251 S Miami AveAdult admission: $18 ($16 for National Trust members)
Hours: Wednesday through Monday, 9:30am to 4:30pm
Built as a winter home in the 1910s by James Deering, who oversaw an agricultural equipment conglomerate, the stunning Vizcaya Museum & Gardens sits on 10 acres of prime real estate – just two miles southwest of downtown Miami, along Biscayne Bay. The immaculately landscaped gardens and ornate dock area are almost as impressive as the sprawling stone mansion itself. Vizcaya is truly a chimera: part art museum (thanks to private art donations from multiple benefactors), part Gilded Age exhibition, and part nature preserve.
This beautiful zoo is home to more than 3,000 animals, representing more than 500 different species. It's famous for providing a natural environment for its residents without the use of cages – rather, the zoo employs strategically placed moats to separate the animals from the visitors.
Petting zoos and plenty of "edutainment" programs are sure to keep your little ones interested. The whole family will enjoy the giraffe feeding and mild rides. Recent visitors praise the zoo's cleanliness, the generous amount of space the animals have to roam and the friendly and knowledgeable employees. When planning your visit, keep a few traveler tips in mind: The zoo is large, meaning you'll be walking a fair amount, which will be alleviated by a good pair of sneakers. To avoid the crowds, get to the zoo right when it opens at 10 a.m. If you're visiting in the warmer months, you'll be happy to hear there are plenty of water fountains, misters and shaded play areas
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Zoo Miami
12400 Southwest 152nd StreetThis beautiful zoo is home to more than 3,000 animals, representing more than 500 different species. It's famous for providing a natural environment for its residents without the use of cages – rather, the zoo employs strategically placed moats to separate the animals from the visitors.
Petting zoos and plenty of "edutainment" programs are sure to keep your little ones interested. The whole family will enjoy the giraffe feeding and mild rides. Recent visitors praise the zoo's cleanliness, the generous amount of space the animals have to roam and the friendly and knowledgeable employees. When planning your visit, keep a few traveler tips in mind: The zoo is large, meaning you'll be walking a fair amount, which will be alleviated by a good pair of sneakers. To avoid the crowds, get to the zoo right when it opens at 10 a.m. If you're visiting in the warmer months, you'll be happy to hear there are plenty of water fountains, misters and shaded play areas
Adult admission: $13
Hours: Variable (generally daylight hours)
Only in South Florida can swimming be a legitimate historical exercise. In the city of Coral Gables, near Miami, the spring-fed Venetian Pool is a stunning feat of art and engineering – a handsome void carved out of solid coral rock. Don’t miss the original fountain room as you enter. Bear in mind that the pool quickly fills up on hot days (which is most days) and re-entry is prohibited, so arrive early and be prepared to stick around.
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Piscina Venetian
2701 De Soto BlvdAdult admission: $13
Hours: Variable (generally daylight hours)
Only in South Florida can swimming be a legitimate historical exercise. In the city of Coral Gables, near Miami, the spring-fed Venetian Pool is a stunning feat of art and engineering – a handsome void carved out of solid coral rock. Don’t miss the original fountain room as you enter. Bear in mind that the pool quickly fills up on hot days (which is most days) and re-entry is prohibited, so arrive early and be prepared to stick around.
CocoWalk
3015 Grand AveCentro de Visitantes Ernest F. Coe
40001 State Hwy 9336South Pointe Park lies at the southernmost point of Miami Beach island, affording stunning views of the open ocean, Biscayne Bay, the Port of Miami, and the Miami and Miami Beach skylines. In addition to a nice beach, the park has ample seating, public restrooms, an observation deck, and a long pier that’s very popular with local fishermen. South Pointe Park is technically open from sunrise until 10pm, but it’s possible to walk through until the early morning hours.
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Parque South Pointe
1 Washington AveSouth Pointe Park lies at the southernmost point of Miami Beach island, affording stunning views of the open ocean, Biscayne Bay, the Port of Miami, and the Miami and Miami Beach skylines. In addition to a nice beach, the park has ample seating, public restrooms, an observation deck, and a long pier that’s very popular with local fishermen. South Pointe Park is technically open from sunrise until 10pm, but it’s possible to walk through until the early morning hours.
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1200 Crandon BlvdMuseo y Centro de Artes Escénicas Cubaocho
1465 SW 8th StSTORY Nightclub
136 Collins AveFans of the mystical will love the Coral Castle Museum, which houses a sculpture garden made entirely of coral rock. The park's oddities begin with its creator, Ed Leedskalnin, who constructed the whole garden from 1923 to 1951 in secrecy. Part of the museum's fun comes from puzzling how one man could have secretly moved and carved more than 1,100 tons of rock. Another excellent question for the Coral Castle Museum's visitors: why?
Most recent travelers were delighted by the Coral Castle Museum's classic roadside attraction charm, though others felt it entrance was too pricey. Some praise the museum's tour guides, who weave Ed Leedskalnin's complex story into the information regarding each of the unique sculptures. Just don't expect to leave with any definitive answers.
The cost of admission ranges: $18 for adults ages 13 to 64, $15 for seniors ages 65 and older, $8 for children age 7 to 12 and free for kids 6 and younger. The Coral Castle Museum opens at 9 a.m. daily and closes at 6 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. The museum welcomes visitors from its position roughly 30 miles south of Miami, between the cities of Homestead and Leisure City. Check the Coral Castle Museum website if you want to learn more about this genuinely wacky Florida attraction.
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Castillo de Coral
28655 S Dixie HwyFans of the mystical will love the Coral Castle Museum, which houses a sculpture garden made entirely of coral rock. The park's oddities begin with its creator, Ed Leedskalnin, who constructed the whole garden from 1923 to 1951 in secrecy. Part of the museum's fun comes from puzzling how one man could have secretly moved and carved more than 1,100 tons of rock. Another excellent question for the Coral Castle Museum's visitors: why?
Most recent travelers were delighted by the Coral Castle Museum's classic roadside attraction charm, though others felt it entrance was too pricey. Some praise the museum's tour guides, who weave Ed Leedskalnin's complex story into the information regarding each of the unique sculptures. Just don't expect to leave with any definitive answers.
The cost of admission ranges: $18 for adults ages 13 to 64, $15 for seniors ages 65 and older, $8 for children age 7 to 12 and free for kids 6 and younger. The Coral Castle Museum opens at 9 a.m. daily and closes at 6 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. The museum welcomes visitors from its position roughly 30 miles south of Miami, between the cities of Homestead and Leisure City. Check the Coral Castle Museum website if you want to learn more about this genuinely wacky Florida attraction.
At 83 acres, the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is one of the largest of its kind in the country. With a surplus of tropical plants and other beautiful greenery, you'll likely find the Fairchild to be one of the most relaxing attractions on your to-do list.
A free 45-minute narrated tram tour, which recent visitors recommend, will show you the highlights, but then you're on your own to browse the gardens as you see fit. Previous visitors suggest you stop by the butterfly garden and the sunken garden. They also recommend you budget plenty of time to just take in all of this park's natural beauty and give high marks to the docents.
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Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler RdAt 83 acres, the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is one of the largest of its kind in the country. With a surplus of tropical plants and other beautiful greenery, you'll likely find the Fairchild to be one of the most relaxing attractions on your to-do list.
A free 45-minute narrated tram tour, which recent visitors recommend, will show you the highlights, but then you're on your own to browse the gardens as you see fit. Previous visitors suggest you stop by the butterfly garden and the sunken garden. They also recommend you budget plenty of time to just take in all of this park's natural beauty and give high marks to the docents.
Adult admission: $20
Hours: Daily, 10am to 6pm
If you’re bringing kids to Miami, Miami Children’s Museum is a must-visit. Located on Watson Island, just east of downtown Miami, it’s one of the 10 largest children’s museums in the United States. Hands-on exhibits cover a host of engaging subjects, including sustainable buildings, health and wellness, supermarkets, pets, and cruise ships. There’s a healthy dose of pop-culture intersection here too: The Lion Guard, a Disney-backed exhibit that ran in early 2018, is a case in point.
As is the case at most children’s museums, unaccompanied children – and adults without children in tow – are not allowed at Miami Children’s Museum.
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Museo de los Niños de Miami
980 MacArthur CausewayAdult admission: $20
Hours: Daily, 10am to 6pm
If you’re bringing kids to Miami, Miami Children’s Museum is a must-visit. Located on Watson Island, just east of downtown Miami, it’s one of the 10 largest children’s museums in the United States. Hands-on exhibits cover a host of engaging subjects, including sustainable buildings, health and wellness, supermarkets, pets, and cruise ships. There’s a healthy dose of pop-culture intersection here too: The Lion Guard, a Disney-backed exhibit that ran in early 2018, is a case in point.
As is the case at most children’s museums, unaccompanied children – and adults without children in tow – are not allowed at Miami Children’s Museum.
Adult admission: Free
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 12pm to 5pm (gallery); building hours are variable
Miami’s first proper skyscraper, Freedom Tower, was built in the mid-1920s. It housed the “Miami Daily News and Metropolis” (later “Miami News”) newspaper until the late 1950s, when it was briefly abandoned. In the early 1960s, the U.S. Government took over and turned the building into the “Ellis Island of the South.” Officially known as the Cuban Assistance Center, this was the central processing point for Cuban exiles and refugees fleeing the newly installed Castro regime.
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Freedom Tower at Miami Dade College
600 Biscayne BlvdAdult admission: Free
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 12pm to 5pm (gallery); building hours are variable
Miami’s first proper skyscraper, Freedom Tower, was built in the mid-1920s. It housed the “Miami Daily News and Metropolis” (later “Miami News”) newspaper until the late 1950s, when it was briefly abandoned. In the early 1960s, the U.S. Government took over and turned the building into the “Ellis Island of the South.” Officially known as the Cuban Assistance Center, this was the central processing point for Cuban exiles and refugees fleeing the newly installed Castro regime.
Adult admission: Free
Hours: Variable – call ahead
Miami Tower is far more avant-garde than Freedom Tower, but no less significant in its own way. With three distinct setbacks and a beautifully curved facade, this is among the most arresting structures in a city that’s full of bold architecture. Try to visit at night, when more than 200 LED lights come alive in a multitude of patterns (including customized light shows).
Miami Tower
100 SE 2nd StAdult admission: Free
Hours: Variable – call ahead
Miami Tower is far more avant-garde than Freedom Tower, but no less significant in its own way. With three distinct setbacks and a beautifully curved facade, this is among the most arresting structures in a city that’s full of bold architecture. Try to visit at night, when more than 200 LED lights come alive in a multitude of patterns (including customized light shows).
The development of Wynwood Walls turned out to be a powerful catalyst for Wynwood, a rapidly gentrifying district northwest of downtown Miami. In the early 2000s, Wynwood was little more than a shabby collection of underutilized storefronts, shady auto repair businesses, and struggling workshops. Since then, thousands of new full-time residents have moved in, tens of thousands of domestic and international visitors have passed through, and local business owners have ridden the rocket ship to prosperity. Walk through Wynwood Walls, centered on NW 2nd Avenue between NW 27th and NW 24th Streets, then look for an affordable place to grab a bite or refreshment.
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Wynwood
The development of Wynwood Walls turned out to be a powerful catalyst for Wynwood, a rapidly gentrifying district northwest of downtown Miami. In the early 2000s, Wynwood was little more than a shabby collection of underutilized storefronts, shady auto repair businesses, and struggling workshops. Since then, thousands of new full-time residents have moved in, tens of thousands of domestic and international visitors have passed through, and local business owners have ridden the rocket ship to prosperity. Walk through Wynwood Walls, centered on NW 2nd Avenue between NW 27th and NW 24th Streets, then look for an affordable place to grab a bite or refreshment.
Downtown Miami is one of the premier business districts in the southern United States. Along with Brickell, a densely packed residential and commercial neighborhood directly south across the Miami River, this part of town is a key financial hub for Latin America and the Caribbean. To get a feel for the place, wander through its commercial canyons or hop the efficient Metromover tram system to get around faster.
Home to most of Miami’s high-capacity performance and event arenas, including American Airlines Arena (home to the Miami Heat NBA team) and Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County (location of the Florida Grand Opera and Miami City Ballet), downtown Miami is also a great place to experience South Florida in style. For a view of the massive Port of Miami – the busiest cruise port in the U.S. – and Miami Beach, don’t miss the Museum Park Baywalk along Biscayne Bay.
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Downtown Miami
Downtown Miami is one of the premier business districts in the southern United States. Along with Brickell, a densely packed residential and commercial neighborhood directly south across the Miami River, this part of town is a key financial hub for Latin America and the Caribbean. To get a feel for the place, wander through its commercial canyons or hop the efficient Metromover tram system to get around faster.
Home to most of Miami’s high-capacity performance and event arenas, including American Airlines Arena (home to the Miami Heat NBA team) and Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County (location of the Florida Grand Opera and Miami City Ballet), downtown Miami is also a great place to experience South Florida in style. For a view of the massive Port of Miami – the busiest cruise port in the U.S. – and Miami Beach, don’t miss the Museum Park Baywalk along Biscayne Bay.
Little Haiti is a northern Miami district that’s home to a diverse Caribbean diaspora, including thousands of newcomers from Haiti. The fact that it’s not as well-known or as heavily visited as Little Havana works in its favor – few tour buses (or even independent tourists) make it all the way up here. Highlights include beautiful wall murals depicting prominent Haitians, fanciful and colorful building facades, and locally run cultural institutions such as the Haitian Cultural Arts Alliance and Little Haiti Cultural Center.
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Little Haiti
Little Haiti is a northern Miami district that’s home to a diverse Caribbean diaspora, including thousands of newcomers from Haiti. The fact that it’s not as well-known or as heavily visited as Little Havana works in its favor – few tour buses (or even independent tourists) make it all the way up here. Highlights include beautiful wall murals depicting prominent Haitians, fanciful and colorful building facades, and locally run cultural institutions such as the Haitian Cultural Arts Alliance and Little Haiti Cultural Center.
Miami Beach is a separate city on a barrier island due east of Miami proper. It’s arguably the glitziest, and probably the rowdiest, part of the Miami area – a slice of Vegas in South Florida. It’s very expensive to actually stay in Miami Beach, though local hotels sometimes offer deals during the summer months. Nevertheless, try to spend at least an afternoon here checking out the Art Deco architecture along Collins Avenue, walking the cat-infested boardwalk separating the beach from the hotel and resort properties, and – weather permitting – lounging on the beach itself.
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Miami Beach
Miami Beach is a separate city on a barrier island due east of Miami proper. It’s arguably the glitziest, and probably the rowdiest, part of the Miami area – a slice of Vegas in South Florida. It’s very expensive to actually stay in Miami Beach, though local hotels sometimes offer deals during the summer months. Nevertheless, try to spend at least an afternoon here checking out the Art Deco architecture along Collins Avenue, walking the cat-infested boardwalk separating the beach from the hotel and resort properties, and – weather permitting – lounging on the beach itself.
Located southwest of Miami proper, Coral Gables is an independent city that’s best known as the home of the University of Miami. Laid out in the 1920s, it’s one of the first-ever planned communities, predating the more famous Levittown (New York) planned community by more than 20 years. Coral Gables is also known for an unusual downtown that’s many times longer than it is wide.
A trolley ferries shoppers and workers from one end to the other. And many of Coral Gables’ buildings are Mediterranean Revival – their distinctive red roofs look more Southern California than South Florida. If you like architecture and urban planning, Coral Gables is definitely worth a visit.
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Coral Gables
Located southwest of Miami proper, Coral Gables is an independent city that’s best known as the home of the University of Miami. Laid out in the 1920s, it’s one of the first-ever planned communities, predating the more famous Levittown (New York) planned community by more than 20 years. Coral Gables is also known for an unusual downtown that’s many times longer than it is wide.
A trolley ferries shoppers and workers from one end to the other. And many of Coral Gables’ buildings are Mediterranean Revival – their distinctive red roofs look more Southern California than South Florida. If you like architecture and urban planning, Coral Gables is definitely worth a visit.
Virginia Key is a small island to the southeast of downtown Miami. It’s known for its white-sand beach with excellent skyline and ocean views, plus a historic park that’s maintained by a private organization. The historic portion is an important sanctuary for birds and other wildlife, and is host to periodic public events, such as yoga sessions. Admission is $6 to $8 for cars, depending on the time of year, and $1 for bikes.
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Virginia Key
Virginia Key is a small island to the southeast of downtown Miami. It’s known for its white-sand beach with excellent skyline and ocean views, plus a historic park that’s maintained by a private organization. The historic portion is an important sanctuary for birds and other wildlife, and is host to periodic public events, such as yoga sessions. Admission is $6 to $8 for cars, depending on the time of year, and $1 for bikes.
Located west of Miami’s urban area, Everglades National Park protects part of the enormous Everglades, South Florida’s ecological crown jewel. This expansive swamp is a critical habitat for thousands of species, including the endangered Florida panther (the only breeding cougar population east of the Mississippi), the threatened American crocodile, and the lovable manatee. Words don’t do this place justice – so, if you have any time to get outside Miami during your visit, you need to see the Everglades.
The entrance fee is $20 per vehicle (collected at Shark Valley and Homestead, both of which are easily accessible from urban Miami) and $8 for pedestrians and cyclists. Consider staying overnight at Flamingo or Long Pine Key Campgrounds ($20 per site, per night
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Everglades
Located west of Miami’s urban area, Everglades National Park protects part of the enormous Everglades, South Florida’s ecological crown jewel. This expansive swamp is a critical habitat for thousands of species, including the endangered Florida panther (the only breeding cougar population east of the Mississippi), the threatened American crocodile, and the lovable manatee. Words don’t do this place justice – so, if you have any time to get outside Miami during your visit, you need to see the Everglades.
The entrance fee is $20 per vehicle (collected at Shark Valley and Homestead, both of which are easily accessible from urban Miami) and $8 for pedestrians and cyclists. Consider staying overnight at Flamingo or Long Pine Key Campgrounds ($20 per site, per night
Renovated in 2019, Marlins Park is home base for the Miami Marlins, the city's Major League Baseball franchise. Located in Miami's Little Havana neighborhood, the ballpark is ultramodern with a trace of classic Miami culture. The park houses impressive, albeit superfluous, touches like aquariums behind home plate and custom artwork. Visitors who make it to a game get to watch one of baseball's most interesting teams. The Marlins have won two World Series titles since they began playing in 1993, though they did not move to Marlins Park until 2012. Travelers aren't guaranteed a win, though, as the Marlins have the least number of winning seasons of any Major League Baseball franchise.
Past visitors were astounded by the park's amenities. They praised the retractable roof, which ensures that it's always baseball weather, even during Miami's sweltering summers. Recent travelers also recommended stopping by The Clevelander, which boasts food, drinks, a pool and DJs in addition to an excellent view of the field. Ticket prices vary based on the game. They are available for purchase in advance on the Miami Marlins' page of the official MLB website or from scalpers around the stadium. Visitors can also take tours of the park for $10. Hours vary.
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Marlins Park
501 Marlins WayRenovated in 2019, Marlins Park is home base for the Miami Marlins, the city's Major League Baseball franchise. Located in Miami's Little Havana neighborhood, the ballpark is ultramodern with a trace of classic Miami culture. The park houses impressive, albeit superfluous, touches like aquariums behind home plate and custom artwork. Visitors who make it to a game get to watch one of baseball's most interesting teams. The Marlins have won two World Series titles since they began playing in 1993, though they did not move to Marlins Park until 2012. Travelers aren't guaranteed a win, though, as the Marlins have the least number of winning seasons of any Major League Baseball franchise.
Past visitors were astounded by the park's amenities. They praised the retractable roof, which ensures that it's always baseball weather, even during Miami's sweltering summers. Recent travelers also recommended stopping by The Clevelander, which boasts food, drinks, a pool and DJs in addition to an excellent view of the field. Ticket prices vary based on the game. They are available for purchase in advance on the Miami Marlins' page of the official MLB website or from scalpers around the stadium. Visitors can also take tours of the park for $10. Hours vary.
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2335 N Miami AveFairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler RdCerveceria La Tropical
42 Northeast 25th StreetTransportation
Virgin Miami Central station
600 NW 1st AveMetromover - a great way to explore downtown Miami.
Metromover trains are automated and move without a driver. It has 3 loops (Omni, Inner and Brickell) and operates in the Downtown, Brickell, Park West and Arts & Entertainment District areas. Metromover connects with Metrorail at Government Center and Brickell stations.
Service hours: 5 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week. The train operates every 1.5-3 minutes in the Downtown area.
Wilkie D Ferguson Metromover Station
Metromover - a great way to explore downtown Miami.
Metromover trains are automated and move without a driver. It has 3 loops (Omni, Inner and Brickell) and operates in the Downtown, Brickell, Park West and Arts & Entertainment District areas. Metromover connects with Metrorail at Government Center and Brickell stations.
Service hours: 5 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week. The train operates every 1.5-3 minutes in the Downtown area.
Park West Metromover Station
Food scene
The Salty Donut Wynwood
50 NW 23rd StFireman Derek’s Bake Shop
2545 N Miami AveKUSH
2003 N Miami AveKatana Restaurant
920 71st StSuViche – Sushi and Ceviche
2751 N Miami AveHooters
7990 Pines BlvdOld's Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina
1442 SW 8th StLung Yai Thai Tapas
1731 SW 8th StCoyo Taco
2320 NW 2nd AveZak the Baker DELI
295 NW 26th StCrazy About You
1155 Brickell Bay DrFuchai Miami
2506 NE 2nd AveLove Life Cafe
545 NW 5 AveWhat is it? A food-and-culture destination curated by Time Out Miami editors, featuring the city’s top chefs, restaurants, bartenders and art all under one roof in South Beach.
Why go? Traveling for food in Miami will leave you hungry, but at Time Out Market, you have 18 concepts to choose from—there’s Cuban, Vietnamese, Mexican, Peruvian and more. Plus, the playlist is killer, the cocktails made by award-winning mixologists and parking is just upstairs. Could you really ask for anything more?
Don’t miss: Through January 5, catch a special, site-specific installation by talented local artist Jessy Nite. “One of Everything” is a vibrant geometric piece that spans nearly 90 storefront windows with unique designs of swirling oysters, pillowy croissants and other delicious food you’ll find at the market. Year-round, the video wall on the northern end of the market features “Animated Cities,” a rotating collection of digital artworks that depict various local cityscapes.
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Time Out Market Miami
1601 Drexel AveWhat is it? A food-and-culture destination curated by Time Out Miami editors, featuring the city’s top chefs, restaurants, bartenders and art all under one roof in South Beach.
Why go? Traveling for food in Miami will leave you hungry, but at Time Out Market, you have 18 concepts to choose from—there’s Cuban, Vietnamese, Mexican, Peruvian and more. Plus, the playlist is killer, the cocktails made by award-winning mixologists and parking is just upstairs. Could you really ask for anything more?
Don’t miss: Through January 5, catch a special, site-specific installation by talented local artist Jessy Nite. “One of Everything” is a vibrant geometric piece that spans nearly 90 storefront windows with unique designs of swirling oysters, pillowy croissants and other delicious food you’ll find at the market. Year-round, the video wall on the northern end of the market features “Animated Cities,” a rotating collection of digital artworks that depict various local cityscapes.
Mina Bistro
63 NW 9th StSt. Roch Market Miami
140 NE 39th StALL DAY
1035 N Miami AveBistro Café
1352 NE 1st AveChick-fil-A
9301 W Flagler StEvents
FTX Arena
Estadio American Airlines
601 Biscayne Blvdadrianne arsch center
900 West AveMarlins Park
501 Marlins WayWhat is it? This 13,500-square-foot nightclub in Downtown is part strip joint, part rooftop bar and part sports club. Did we mention it stays open 24/7?
Why go? It’s really something to behold, a concept that borrows themes from every corner of nightlife, from high-flying theatrics and big-room EDM to topless dancers. It lands somewhere between a classy strip club and a debaucherous disco.
Don’t miss: Because E11EVEN stays open round the clock, the club serves a full menu, which you can order right from the bar downstairs. Whatever your heart desires, this place can make it a reality.
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E11EVEN Miami
29 NE 11th StWhat is it? This 13,500-square-foot nightclub in Downtown is part strip joint, part rooftop bar and part sports club. Did we mention it stays open 24/7?
Why go? It’s really something to behold, a concept that borrows themes from every corner of nightlife, from high-flying theatrics and big-room EDM to topless dancers. It lands somewhere between a classy strip club and a debaucherous disco.
Don’t miss: Because E11EVEN stays open round the clock, the club serves a full menu, which you can order right from the bar downstairs. Whatever your heart desires, this place can make it a reality.
Estadio Hard Rock
347 Don Shula DrNightlife
Bunbury Miami
55 NE 14th StBarsecco
1421 S Miami AveMelinda's
1306 N Miami AveClub Space
34 NE 11th StAttractions
Wynwood Walls is a free, open-air museum in Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood. Splashed upon the exterior (and a few interior) walls of dozens of light industrial buildings in an otherwise nondescript part of town, Wynwood Walls’ incredibly detailed and polished murals blur (and perhaps obliterate) the line between street art and fine art. Subjects range from intimate character studies and realistic landscapes to fantastically detailed, utterly surreal patterns and forms.
Many of the world’s top working artists have contributed their talents here, and the museum’s coverage (80,000 square feet of walls and counting) continues to grow. Several galleries offering original art for sale dot the neighborhood, though many visitors simply wander about for an hour and head elsewhere.
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Wynwood Walls
2516 NW 26th StWynwood Walls is a free, open-air museum in Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood. Splashed upon the exterior (and a few interior) walls of dozens of light industrial buildings in an otherwise nondescript part of town, Wynwood Walls’ incredibly detailed and polished murals blur (and perhaps obliterate) the line between street art and fine art. Subjects range from intimate character studies and realistic landscapes to fantastically detailed, utterly surreal patterns and forms.
Many of the world’s top working artists have contributed their talents here, and the museum’s coverage (80,000 square feet of walls and counting) continues to grow. Several galleries offering original art for sale dot the neighborhood, though many visitors simply wander about for an hour and head elsewhere.
Parque Recreativo Sawgrass
1006 US-27Boat El Loro
401 Biscayne BlvdWhat is it? A lush, tropical oasis boasting waterfront views and hundreds of species of wildlife, plus playgrounds, zip lines and other attractions for kids.
Why go? It may have started out as a place to see a few exotic fowl, but the former Parrot Jungle is now home so much more with 300-plus species of birds, orangutans and other animals. It’s also evolved into a sort of eco-theme park with attractions such as a flight simulator, an escape room and a seasonal light display (Luminosa is on view through January 8, 2020).
Don’t miss: Splurge on an animal encounter for the chance to cradle lemurs, feed and pet sloths and get hands-on caretaking experience.
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Isla de la Jungla
1111 Parrot Jungle TrailWhat is it? A lush, tropical oasis boasting waterfront views and hundreds of species of wildlife, plus playgrounds, zip lines and other attractions for kids.
Why go? It may have started out as a place to see a few exotic fowl, but the former Parrot Jungle is now home so much more with 300-plus species of birds, orangutans and other animals. It’s also evolved into a sort of eco-theme park with attractions such as a flight simulator, an escape room and a seasonal light display (Luminosa is on view through January 8, 2020).
Don’t miss: Splurge on an animal encounter for the chance to cradle lemurs, feed and pet sloths and get hands-on caretaking experience.
Supermarkets
Whole Foods Market
1020 Alton RdPublix Super Market at 18Biscayne Shopping Center
1776 Biscayne Blvd