| check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. modern dorms are mixed or female-only, and come with en suite bathrooms, free wi-fi, lockers, and coffeemakers. some have ocean views. set in an art deco building across the street from both lummus park and south beach, this buzzy hostel is surrounded by restaurants. amenities include a lively rooftop bar/lounge with a hot tub, ping-pong and pool tables, plus tvs and a sunbathing area
Miami International Airport 28 min
The Bass (9 min)
Historic art deco space featuring diverse art, artifacts & sculpture garden, plus films & lectures. Miami Children's Museum (11 min)
$25 million complex for kids with hands-on exhibits, classes, a cruise ship replica & music studio. The Wolfsonian-Florida International University (3 min)
Eclectic collection displayed in 1927-era building that also hosts lectures, films & arts events. Jungle Island (10 min)
Home to nearly 3,000 animal, bird & plant species, this destination boasts a petting zoo & trails. Pérez Art Museum Miami (15 min)
Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (18 min)
Historic estate with formal gardens & sculptures, grottos & circa-1914 mansion turned museum. Miami Seaquarium (21 min)
Popular complex hosting shows, sealife displays & kids' playground, plus dolphin ride for extra fee. Bayside Marketplace (15 min)
Large, waterside shopping center with many familiar stores, plus eateries & sit-down restaurants. South Pointe Park Pier (8 min)
Greenery & ocean views in a picturesque oasis with biking, skateboarding & an observation deck. Art Deco Historic District (1 min)
Famed the world over for its Art Deco, this area of Miami is the epicenter for architecture fans. Lummus Park (2 min)
Sandy spot with beach access, plus a playground for young children & fitness equipment. PortMiami (18 min) Miami Beach Botanical Garden (10 min)
4-acre site with native Floridian & other tropical plants, Japanese garden, workshops & exhibits. Bayfront Park (16 min)
Waterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events. Lincoln Road (8 min)
Stylish bustling promenade with a range of chic retail shops, sidewalk cafes, bars & art galleries. | 
