What to Do in Miami and Surroundings?

What to Do in Miami and Surroundings?

What to Do in Miami and Surroundings?

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A city of luxury and grandeur, Miami captivates with its endless beaches of turquoise waters, vibrant nightlife, and rich cultural offerings. A key stop on any Florida itinerary.

A city of luxury and grandeur, Miami captivates with its endless beaches of turquoise waters, vibrant nightlife, and rich cultural offerings. A key stop on any Florida getaway, we invite you to discover the must-see attractions in Miami and its surroundings.

What to Do in Miami Itself?

Here are all the things to do and see in downtown Miami:

Stroll Through Miami Beach's Art Deco District

  What to Do in Miami and Surroundings?  

Facing the ocean, Miami Beach's Art Deco district is one of the city's iconic symbols. Evoking the golden age and extravagance of the 1930s, it features numerous historic buildings (hotels, private residences, shops) in pastel colors with bold and eccentric lines.

In total, the district is home to over 900 protected sites clustered around Collins Avenue and Ocean Drive. Don't miss the neighborhood once night falls, when the façades glow beautifully with iconic neon lights!

Relax at South Beach

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It's impossible to imagine a Miami visit without enjoying its beaches. With crystal-clear waters, white sand, and iconic lifeguard towers, South Beach is undoubtedly Miami's most famous stretch of shoreline.

Visit Miami's Museums

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Miami boasts numerous museums, each worthy of a visit. Among the main museums to explore in Miami are:

  • History Miami Museum: the largest history museum in South Florida. Through temporary and permanent exhibitions, the museum traces Miami's entire history.

  • Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science: one of the rare science museums in the world to house both an aquarium and planetarium under one roof. This museum is devoted to space exploration, meteorology, ecosystems around the world, and the wonders of animal life.

  • Pérez Art Museum Miami: known as PAMM, this contemporary art gallery houses masterworks by European and Asian artists from the 19th and 20th centuries.

  • Vizcaya Museum and Gardens: a former mansion that served as the winter residence of industrialist James Deering, the museum and Vizcaya gardens offer a beautiful escape into early 1900s Italy. You'll find Rococo furniture, Roman sculptures, early 20th-century paintings, Renaissance tapestries, and more.

Take a Cruise on Biscayne Bay and See Celebrity Homes at Millionaire's Row

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Biscayne Bay is a must-visit during a Miami trip. Stretching 50 km along the coast, it's home to Miami's main artificial islands where celebrities reside (such as Palm Island, Hibiscus Island, and Star Island).

On a Biscayne Bay cruise, you'll see Miami's skyline from the water and get close to celebrity residences of personalities like Al Capone, Gloria Estefan, Jennifer Lopez, P. Diddy, Shakira, and Matt Damon.

Admire Street Art at Wynwood Walls

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Love street art? Don't skip the trendy Wynwood neighborhood, a veritable open-air museum. You'll discover massive murals, some created by street art legends like Shepard Fairey and Okudart. The area also features numerous galleries and exhibition spaces.

Insider tip: on the second Saturday of each month, the neighborhood hosts the "Wynwood Art Walk,

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