Miami International Airport 13 min
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (19 min) Historic estate with formal gardens & sculptures, grottos & circa-1914 mansion turned museum. Zoo Miami (20 min) Spread over 300 acres, this zoo contains rare species, exhibits, tropical plants & children's area. PortMiami (21 min) Pérez Art Museum Miami (17 min) Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs. Miami Children's Museum (17 min) $25 million complex for kids with hands-on exhibits, classes, a cruise ship replica & music studio. HistoryMiami Museum (18 min) Education center with archives, exhibits & area tours exploring Miami's multicultural history. Bayfront Park (18 min) Waterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events. Bayside Marketplace (18 min) Large, waterside shopping center with many familiar stores, plus eateries & sit-down restaurants. Matheson Hammock Park (26 min) Breezy sheltered beach with a man-made atoll pool that accommodates new swimmers & kiteboarders. Venetian Pool (8 min) Iconic, spring-water-filled pool built in 1923 boasting waterfalls, grottos & a tropical backdrop. Art Deco Historic District (25 min) Famed the world over for its Art Deco, this area of Miami is the epicenter for architecture fans. Miami Seaquarium (23 min) Popular complex hosting shows, sealife displays & kids' playground, plus dolphin ride for extra fee. Jungle Island (18 min) Home to nearly 3,000 animal, bird & plant species, this destination boasts a petting zoo & trails. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park (31 min) Park with historic lighthouse drawing weekend crowds for beaches, fishing, cycling & more. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden (22 min) Sizable horticultural destination with a guided tour via tram, water features & a butterfly exhibit. |