Miami International Airport 19 min
Crandon Park (24 min) Popular island park with protected beach, tennis & amusement centers, eco-tours & concessions. Bayfront Park (21 min) Waterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events. Matheson Hammock Park (15 min) Breezy sheltered beach with a man-made atoll pool that accommodates new swimmers & kiteboarders. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park (29 min) Park with historic lighthouse drawing weekend crowds for beaches, fishing, cycling & more. Venetian Pool (10 min) Iconic, spring-water-filled pool built in 1923 boasting waterfalls, grottos & a tropical backdrop. Miami Children's Museum (22 min) $25 million complex for kids with hands-on exhibits, classes, a cruise ship replica & music studio. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden (12 min) Sizable horticultural destination with a guided tour via tram, water features & a butterfly exhibit. Bayside Marketplace (23 min) Large, waterside shopping center with many familiar stores, plus eateries & sit-down restaurants. Jungle Island (23 min) Home to nearly 3,000 animal, bird & plant species, this destination boasts a petting zoo & trails. Art Deco Historic District (30 min) Famed the world over for its Art Deco, this area of Miami is the epicenter for architecture fans. PortMiami (25 min) Pérez Art Museum Miami (22 min) Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (16 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. Zoo Miami (18 min) Spread over 300 acres, this zoo contains rare species, exhibits, tropical plants & children's area. |