Miami International Airport 22 min
Bayfront Park (15 min) Waterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden (11 min) Sizable horticultural destination with a guided tour via tram, water features & a butterfly exhibit. Bayside Marketplace (17 min) Large, waterside shopping center with many familiar stores, plus eateries & sit-down restaurants. Pérez Art Museum Miami (17 min) Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park (23 min) Park with historic lighthouse drawing weekend crowds for beaches, fishing, cycling & more. Miami Children's Museum (16 min) $25 million complex for kids with hands-on exhibits, classes, a cruise ship replica & music studio. Venetian Pool (6 min) Iconic, spring-water-filled pool built in 1923 boasting waterfalls, grottos & a tropical backdrop. Matheson Hammock Park (15 min) Breezy sheltered beach with a man-made atoll pool that accommodates new swimmers & kiteboarders. Crandon Park (18 min) Popular island park with protected beach, tennis & amusement centers, eco-tours & concessions. South Pointe Park Pier (23 min) Greenery & ocean views in a picturesque oasis with biking, skateboarding & an observation deck. PortMiami (19 min) Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (10 min) Historic estate with formal gardens & sculptures, grottos & circa-1914 mansion turned museum. Miami Seaquarium (15 min) Popular complex hosting shows, sealife displays & kids' playground, plus dolphin ride for extra fee. Jungle Island (17 min) Home to nearly 3,000 animal, bird & plant species, this destination boasts a petting zoo & trails. Art Deco Historic District (25 min) Famed the world over for its Art Deco, this area of Miami is the epicenter for architecture fans. |