Miami’s variety of attractions entertains visitors of all ages. When you visit Miami, you can be guaranteed that you won’t be bored. Not only is this a city brimming with museums, galleries and arts theatres but also due to its sunny climate, all sorts of outdoor activities await you. Here, we have listed more of Miami’s top attractions to help you plan your trip.
Museums and Galleries
For those who have an interest in the arts, you should try and visit the following art galleries and museums. The Lowe Art Museum with its range of international art works and artifacts from various eras, the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center with its concert hall and dance studio, the Bass Museum Of Art with its works from 16th century Northern Europe and the Cisneros Fontanal Arts Foundation, (Cifo), with its works from up and coming Latin American Artists. If you’re interested in historical museums, pay a visit to the Bay Of Pigs Museum & Library. This museum documents the failed attempt at invading southern Cuba and overthrowing Castro. Those with an interest in trains will enjoy a visit to the Gold Coast Railroad Museum with its 30 plus antique railway cars.
Landmarks and Sights of Interest
If you like to view interesting architecture or buildings of historical significance, you may like to visit the following sights. The Ancient Spanish Monastery, which was built by the Spanish during their rule of Miami, the Bacardi Building with its interesting design, the oldest building in Miami - the Cape Florida Lighthouse, the Coral Gables City Hall, which has been in use since 1928 and the Miami Beach Post Office, which is housed in a 1937 art deco style building. Miami is also home to a number of Stiltsville houses. These houses are positioned over water by the use of poles and were initially constructed in the 1930s. The Adrienne Arsht Center For The Performing Arts is worth a visit to view its architecture but also to catch a show.
Recreational Activities
If you’d like to escape the hustle and bustle of Miami you should consider making a trip to Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Recreation Park, or America’s largest tropical botanical garden, the Fairchild Tropical Garden. If the performing arts is more your scene, then consider viewing a contemporary ballet show produced by Ballet Gamonet or a show by the Black Door Dance Ensemble, an African-American dance company. For those who prefer watching musicals, check out what’s showing at the Florida Grand Opera. The Casino Princesa, a floating casino in the bayside area of Miami, may appeal to those who don’t mind parting with their money.