| set off route 1, this functional motel in a building inspired by a ship is a 14-minute walk from morningside park along biscayne bay and 10 miles from miami seaquarium. accessed by exterior corridors, the unpretentious rooms feature complimentary wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, along with minifridges and microwaves. amenities consist of free parking, as well as a shared terrace with seating. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:30 am
Miami International Airport 23 min
The Bass (15 min)
Historic art deco space featuring diverse art, artifacts & sculpture garden, plus films & lectures. Miami Seaquarium (16 min)
Popular complex hosting shows, sealife displays & kids' playground, plus dolphin ride for extra fee. South Pointe Park Pier (17 min)
Greenery & ocean views in a picturesque oasis with biking, skateboarding & an observation deck. Freedom Tower at Miami Dade College (12 min)
Ex-newspaper office & immigration facility in 1920s tower housing art exhibits of Cuban immigrants. Lincoln Road (15 min)
Stylish bustling promenade with a range of chic retail shops, sidewalk cafes, bars & art galleries. Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science (13 min)
Hands-on facility offers weather & technology exhibits, planetarium & wildlife centers. Bayside Marketplace (14 min)
Large, waterside shopping center with many familiar stores, plus eateries & sit-down restaurants. Bayfront Park (12 min)
Waterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events. Miami Children's Museum (10 min)
$25 million complex for kids with hands-on exhibits, classes, a cruise ship replica & music studio. Jungle Island (11 min)
Home to nearly 3,000 animal, bird & plant species, this destination boasts a petting zoo & trails. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (13 min)
Historic estate with formal gardens & sculptures, grottos & circa-1914 mansion turned museum. Wynwood Walls (10 min)
Unique outdoor destination featuring huge, colorful street murals by artists from around the globe. Art Deco Historic District (19 min)
Famed the world over for its Art Deco, this area of Miami is the epicenter for architecture fans. Pérez Art Museum Miami (13 min)
Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs. PortMiami (16 min) | 
