Tourist Attractions in Miami

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Miami

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About Miami

Sunny Miami is not only a year-round seaside resort, favoured by celebrities since the first half of the 20th century, but also a key economic centre of the USA, which plays an important role in international trade. The main tourist area of the city is Miami Beach, located on the Atlantic Ocean coast. It is here that beaches, hotels, entertainment, pedestrian promenades, restaurants and nightclubs are concentrated.

Back in the 1980-90s, holidays in Miami Beach were something unattainable for residents of other continents, but the situation has changed. Now any tourist can find a suitable hotel and head to the magnificent beaches of Florida to sunbathe, enjoy evening strolls along the “Miami Beach Boardwalk” and enjoy the unique atmosphere of Wynwood and Little Havana.

Top-25 Tourist Attractions in Miami

Miami Beach

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A resort suburb of Miami, separated from other neighbourhoods by Biscayne Bay. A large coastal strip with beaches stretches along the coast of the area, which is densely built up with hotels. The tourist infrastructure of Miami Beach began to develop in the 1920s. The resort quickly gained popularity among celebrities and celebrities. The central part of the city is built up with historic Art Deco buildings erected between 1923 and 1943.

Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

 4.7/5

12070 reviews

An early 20th century building designed by F. B. Hofmann Jr. for the wealthy industrialist D. Dering. The mansion is surrounded by a landscaped park. The building is decorated in various architectural styles dating back to several eras. In the middle of the 20th century the property was sold to the city. Since then, the villa has been home to the Dade Museum of Art. From time to time feature films are shot here.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Wynwood

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In the 1950s, Wynwood was a depressed suburb built up with small factories and auto repair shops, populated predominantly by Puerto Ricans. The transformation only began in 2005, when the city decided to “gentrify” Wynwood, i.e. to completely redevelop it. The best graffiti artists from all over the world painted the walls of warehouses and workshops, which transformed the neighbourhood and made it a destination for bohemians, artists and tourists.

Miami Design District

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The Design District is a unique and creative place where designers, artists and other art people gather. There are numerous shops and warehouses with ultra-trendy avant-garde furniture, accessories, unusual sculptures and interior items. There are also many showrooms with exclusive clothing brands in the neighbourhood. Every second Saturday of the month there is a Design and Art Night.

Little Havana

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A neighbourhood in Miami, home to Cuban immigrants who fled the country after Fidel Castro came to power. The former residents of Liberty Island have long since assimilated and turned into ordinary Americans, but the neighbourhood retains its Cuban national flavour. There are noisy street fairs accompanied by Latin American music and dancing, colourful processions during Catholic holidays and various national festivals.

South Beach

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The resort centre of Miami, a point of attraction for all lovers of nightlife. Its unofficial name is “American Riviera”. There is a huge number of nightclubs, excellent restaurants, hotels and shops. The main “highlight” of the area is its magnificent beach, covered with dazzling white sand. South Beach is also home to a historic neighbourhood of picturesque Art Deco buildings.

Lincoln Road

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Miami is not only an ideal beach resort, but also a great place for shopping. The city has entire streets where “shopaholics” can immerse themselves in the fascinating world of shopping. One such place is Lincoln Road. Boutiques and shops of all the world’s famous brands are waiting for customers here, where you can buy clothes, accessories, jewellery, cosmetics, gadgets and souvenirs.

Ocean Drive

 4.7/5

665 reviews

A historic street with Art Deco buildings dating from 1920-40 that is a popular “promenade” and gathering place for the bohemian crowd. The street stretches for several kilometres along the ocean. Many buildings of architectural interest were demolished. Those that remain have been recognised as National Historic Landmarks. Many rare cars can be seen on Ocean Drive.

Freedom Tower at Miami Dade College

 4.5/5

450 reviews

The structure is located in central Miami on Biscayne Boulevard. It was erected in 1925 for the office of The Miami News. In 1957, the building was taken over by the city, and a reception centre for Cuban immigrants was built on its site. The name “Freedom Tower” was given to the building because Cubans who fled the Castro regime believed that they had found true freedom in the United States. Nowadays, the tower houses a museum and a library of Cuban literature.

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Kaseya Center

 4.7/5

20125 reviews

A sports complex that was opened in 1999. The basketball team – a member of the NBA Miami Heat – is based here. The arena is designed for 20,000 spectators. It hosts not only sporting events, but also concerts of world stars. At the “American Airlines Arena” performed Sharer, Madonna, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Tina Turner, Britney Spears and other famous pop singers.

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Bayside Marketplace

 4.5/5

65493 reviews

Shopping rows located right on the seafront near the seaport. There are over 150 shops on Bayside, as well as many cafes and bars. To attract shoppers, the market constantly organises performances and concerts. In the evening, it turns into a street filled with strolling tourists. You can buy clothes, local crafts, souvenirs and much more at Bayside.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Pérez Art Museum Miami

 4.5/5

6484 reviews

The museum was founded in 1984 as an art centre. Since 1996 it has been functioning as a museum with a permanent exhibition. The collection contains exhibits created in the XX-XXI centuries, brought from different parts of the world. The funds continue to be replenished thanks to private collections, whose owners constantly donate new works of art to the museum. More than 300 thousand people visit the gallery every year.

Open time

Monday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

HistoryMiami Museum

 4.6/5

958 reviews

The City History Museum, which houses exhibits covering a broad period of Florida history. The collection is housed on two floors and covers an area of over 3,700 m². The museum organises and develops research programmes, holds open events for visitors and participates in scientific research. “HistoryMiami” is an entire scientific and cultural complex with a full-fledged research base.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU

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378 reviews

The museum’s collection is housed in two buildings that served as synagogues in the past. The main building is a historic 1936 structure created with Art Deco architectural elements. The exhibition contains photographs, documents, household items and other artefacts that tell about the role of Jews in the history of the United States, as well as the cultural traditions of this nation.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach

 4.8/5

2847 reviews

A sculptural composition designed by K. Traister in 1980-90 and funded by the Rothschild family. The memorial is made in the form of a hand stretched to the sky, on which haggard human figures with the imprints of monstrous suffering on their faces are climbing upwards. The memorial is very expressive and is capable of evoking strong emotions in the viewer. The sculptor succeeded in expressing the horror that the Jewish people experienced during the genocide of the 1930s-40s.

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Miami Children's Museum

 4.4/5

3402 reviews

A full-fledged educational centre with a large number of interactive exhibits and compositions, where children can learn about world culture and try their hand at some professions. The museum has exhibition galleries, a lecture hall, classrooms, a gift shop and a restaurant. The centre offers classes in painting, modelling, photography and sculpture.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Gesu Church

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992 reviews

Gesu is the oldest Catholic church in Miami. It was erected in 1896 at the expense of the city’s Catholic community. For a long time the church was an important spiritual centre of the city. The first church was built of wood. In 1921 the erection of a stone building began. Since 1905 a full-fledged school functioned on the basis of the temple. During the active emigration from Cuba, a Catholic Latin American Centre was organised in Gesu to help newly arrived immigrants adapt.

Open time

Monday: 11:00 – 11:30 AM, 12:00 – 12:30 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 – 11:30 AM, 12:00 – 12:30 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 – 11:30 AM, 12:00 – 12:30 PM
Thursday: 11:00 – 11:30 AM, 12:00 – 12:30 PM
Friday: 11:00 – 11:30 AM, 12:00 – 12:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 – 11:30 AM, 12:00 – 12:30 PM
Sunday: 11:00 – 11:30 AM, 12:00 – 12:30 PM

Trinity Cathedral

 4.8/5

95 reviews

One of the first churches in the city of Miami, founded in 1896. Originally it was wooden, in 1912-25 a stone church was built in its place. The cathedral building is listed in the National Register of Historic Places of the United States for its special architectural value. The church is built in a picturesque pseudo-Dorman style. The facade and walls are painted white. They are decorated with arched openings and graceful balustrades.

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Jungle Island

 4.1/5

4436 reviews

An amusement park located on Watson Island. Jungle Island is known for its unforgettable shows featuring tigers, lions, exotic birds and other fauna. In addition to felines, the park is home to lemurs, snakes, penguins, crocodiles, orangutans and turtles. There is also a large lake with a protected area and a public beach.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM

Miami Seaquarium

 3.7/5

13667 reviews

The Miami Aquarium is one of the first marine parks to open in the United States. It is home to killer whales, sharks, seals, crocodiles, stingrays, turtles and the much-loved dolphins. Due to the comfortable climatic conditions of Florida, the inhabitants of the oceanarium feel quite comfortable. Popular shows with dolphins and seals are held in the open air all year round.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Zoo Miami

 4.5/5

17435 reviews

The zoo is located about 25 kilometres from Miami. It occupies an area of 300 hectares. In order to see all the animals, you will have to walk more than 5 kilometres. Taking into account this point, there is a bicycle and bicycle wheelchair hire with a tent for visitors, and wheelchairs for people with disabilities. In addition to the numerous animals, the zoo is a delight to the eye with lush tropical vegetation. The zoo regularly organises shows for children.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Bayfront Park

 4.6/5

18249 reviews

A public park in central Miami, located on the shores of Biscayne Bay. It was opened in 1925. The architect W. G. Manning worked on the project. The park was completely reconstructed in the 1980s under the direction of I. Noguchi. There are regular public festivals and Christmas Eve fairs, as well as public balls and various concerts.

Open time

Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Miami Beach Boardwalk

 4.7/5

30 reviews

A picturesque walkway stretching from South Beach for about 7 kilometres in a northerly direction along the ocean coast. It is a must-see in Miami. The path is perfect for leisurely walks, jogging and cycling. Along the way there are cafes, lovely swimming spots, decorative drinking water fountains and cosy benches.

Miami Beach Botanical Garden

 4.6/5

2722 reviews

A green area covering an area of 33 hectares. There are 14 artificial lakes within the garden. The tropical and subtropical flora impresses with its impressive diversity. The botanical garden was created in 1938 by Professor D. Fairchild and Colonel R. Montgomery on the funds of patrons. The park is open all year round. A variety of events for all tastes are organised for the many visitors.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Everglades National Park

 3.9/5

187 reviews

A natural area that includes swampy plain, mangroves and tropical forests. It is home to a large number of rare birds and animals. The park is covered by a wide network of lakes, creating a unique ecosystem. Everglades is sometimes called “the biggest swamp in the world”, as the area of waterlogged territories occupies more than 6 thousand km². The park is home to a considerable number of alligators.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM