TripAdvisor's editorial team reviewed our attractions database and selected the best local attractions to highlight in this itinerary. Some are popular, some are off the beaten path, but all are worth a visit.
 Pause to reflect |
|  | Holocaust Memorial: Dedicated in 1990, Kenneth Treister's striking environmental memorial is dominated by the Sculpture of Love and Anguish, a 40-foot-tall outstretched hand, reaching to the sky.
Address: 1933-1945 Meridian Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida
Phone: 305-538-1663
Free |  |
| Museums |
| | Miami Children's Museum: Both adults and children will enjoy the educational and fun experience provided at the Miami Children's Museum. They even do birthday parties if you plan ahead.
Address: 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, Florida
Phone: 305 373 5437
Admission fee | |
| | Historical Museum of Southern Florida: The Historical Museum of Southern Florida documents the history of South Florida and the Caribbean. The low admission fees will also make your trip worthwhile.
Address: 101 West Flagler Street, Miami, Florida
Phone: 305 375 1492
Admission fee | |
| | Miami Art Museum: Since 1996, MAM has been a showcase of international and Western art, including photographs, paintings, sculpture and other mediums, from 1940 to the present.
Address: 101 W Flagler St, Miami, Florida
Phone: 305-375-3000
Admission fee | |
| Historic homes |
| | Vizcaya Museum and Gardens: Built in 1916 as a winter retreat, this lavish villa is a tribute to the Italian Renaissance. The museum contains much of the original furnishings and artwork, and is surrounded by lush, formal gardens.
Address: 3251 S Miami Ave, Miami, Florida
Phone: 305-250-9133
Admission fee | |
| Miami Beach Favorites |
| | South Beach: People watching is a great pastime in Miami's South Beach, which draws celebrities and beautiful people in skimpy swim attire to see and be seen. The wide and fine, white sand-covered beaches are popular spots for fashion photo shoots, so you're sure to see models. The area is known for its hip clubs and wild nightlife as well as numerous excellent restaurants.
Address: Miami Beach, Florida
Free | |
| | Art Deco Historic District: An area of Miami Beach noted for its concentration of over 800 Art Deco buildings all within one square mile. Consider joining the walking tour which takes you past the white- and pastel-colored stucco buildings beautifully restored to their former splendor thanks to the Miami Design Preservation League.
Address: Miami Beach, Florida
Free | |
| Nifty neighborhoods |
| | Little Havana: The spirited Cuban neighborhood of Miami where the sights, sounds and smells are intoxicating. Be sure to sample a traditional Cuban meal or grab a quick sandwich cubano and some empanadas at any of the enticing walk up counters.
Address: Miami, Florida | |
| Animal attraction |
| | Miami Metrozoo: Recently rebuilt, the Metrozoo is a sanctuary for endangered, rare and threatened animals including, tigers, crocodiles and the infamous Komodo Dragon. Special animal education programs are available for children of all ages.
Address: 1 Zoo Blvd, 12400 SW 152 St, Miami, Florida
Phone: 305-251-0400
Admission fee | |
| Restaurants |
| | Versailles Restaurant: Locals mix with tourists at this casual eatery specializing in Cuban cuisine. The restaurant is open late for anyone with the midnight munchies.
Address: 3555 SW Eighth St, Miami, Florida
Phone: (305) 444-0240 | |
| | Porcao Churrascaria: There's more than enough meat on the menu at this Brazilian steak house. Pay one price and eat as much as you want from the buffet which includes meat and seafood along with a selection of salads and side dishes.
Address: 801 Brickell Bay Dr, Miami, Florida
Phone: (305) 373-2777 | |
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