Best Miami, FL Attractions
Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Those who grew up in Miami in the 80s and 90s have fond memories of field trips and visits to the old Miami Science Museum. But these days, we're more than...
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
Constructed in 1916 for industrialist James Deering, this Italianate palace is often referred to as the Hearst Castle of the East. Intended to appear...
Museum of Contemporary Art
The Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami first opened to the public in 1996. The facility has 23,000 square feet of exhibition space, and houses more...
Artechouse
If you're looking for an immersive and progressive experience in the Magic City, you've found it at Artechouse. Located right on Collins Avenue, you...
Shark Valley Visitor Center
Part of the Everglades National Park, the Shark Valley Visitor Center is located in the center of an expansive river of grass, punctuated only by a 15-mile...
Zoo Miami
The only US zoo set in a subtropical climate, ZooMiami mesmerizes visitors with remarkable, open air exhibits and exotic creatures from around the world....
Superblue
Allapattah has changed and grown in recent years with new restaurants, shops, and more moving into the neighborhood. One of the latest additions is...
Lummus Park Beach
Because South Beach is such a broad description, and because the varying beaches here go on for miles, we thought we'd narrow it down. Lummus Park, the area...
Biscayne National Park
Biscayne National Park, the largest marine park in the National Park System, offers a reprieve from the heavy crowds that you find at most other area...
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About Miami, FL Attractions
Between ocean vistas and lush, tropical landscapes, man-made Miami tourist attractions are hard-pressed to compete with what nature put there. Even so, the artistry exhibited Miami city attractions gives beaches a run for their money. Foremost among them is the 1916 winter estate called Vizcaya, an iconic Miami destination that was painstakingly designed to mimic an authentic Italian villa. Another landmark from the same era, the Venetian Pool, is a fantasy of grottos, waterfalls and Mediterranean architecture, constructed around an abandoned rock quarry.
Charting more recent history are the Holocaust Memorial, a beautiful Miami museum whose enormous bronze hand hints simultaneously at hope and despair. Another tension – that of nature versus human intervention – gets a measure of reconciliation at the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, where a rainforest and arboretum highlight gorgeous, warm-weather specimens. Directly related is The Kampong, the former winter home of renowned horticulturalist David Fairchild. This serene attraction is a hidden gem in Coconut Grove and features spacious gardens filled with plants discovered throughout his global expeditions, as well as one of the largest mangrove preserves in South Florida.
Exotic plants are complimented by exotic animals located at Jungle Island and Zoo Miami. Jungle island, located on Watson Island, is home to over 300 birds and the largest cat in the world, the liger. The Miami-Dade County Zoological Park and Gardens, or Zoo Miami, invites visitors to hand-feed tigers and giraffes, and stroll or bike the three-mile path featuring over 2,000 animals. No matter your interests, a trip to Miami is sure to be one of excitement and adventure.
About Maria Arroyave
Maria Arroyave is a Miami native. She left only briefly, to attend Florida State University. She earned a master’s degree in print journalism from the University of Miami and has held an associate editor title with two local luxury lifestyle publications. Maria has also been a senior editor for an international travel publication company, during... Read More
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Expert Tips for Miami Attractions
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Superblue: "Don't forget to buy your add-on ticket for Massless Clouds Between Sculpture and Life--an experience you won't want to miss!"
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Artechouse: "Check out their website to see when the next exhibit is to come, and don't forget to check out other Artechouses in NYC and Washington DC."
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Art Basel: "Plan your week wisely. There's no way you'll see everything but prioritize which events and fairs you'll want to attend and proceed. Also, find ways to utilize public transit and shared rides. Traffic and parking can be particularly nightmarish during Basel week!"