There are a variety of things to do in Miami, as well as, popular events in Miami. If you are here on recreational travel, business travel, or leisure, Miami has it all! There is never of shortage of historical, cultural, and educational events in Miami and South Beach. At the southern tip of Florida, Downtown Miami and South Beach are famous for their vibrant nightlife, hotels, restaurants, bars, shopping and attractions. Downtown Miami is a fun filled and lively destination for day trips to the museum, shopping, walking on the shoreline of Miami Beach or dancing at a club after the sunset.
Miami’s cultural influences are what defines all aspects of this city. Miami is home to many cultural events and festivals throughout the year. The city’s cultural influences include Cuban, Puerto Rican, Spanish and the Islands. Nightlife includes a variety of clubs for dancing, bars and restaurants within beautiful and elegant hotels and throughout the surrounding area.
The Art Deco District is a great idea to learn more about the history, culture and architecture of Miami. Guided tours are offered Wednesdays through Sundays. Walking tours are affordable and given by local historians and architects who teach about the three architectural styles found in the district, and include taking a closer look at the interiors of hotels, restaurants, places for shopping, and other structures.
Adventurers will enjoy Miami and South Beach for their variety of historic, scientific, recreational sites and natural attractions that appeal to the little explorer in all of us. These are one in kind experiences that anyone can easily travel to, learn about, be entertained, and enjoy. Visit attractions such as Everglades National Park, the Historical Museum of Southern Florida, the Miami Metro Zoo, Miami Beach Botanical Gardens, Miami Museum of Science and Space Transit Planetarium, Miami Seaquarium, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, and Parrot Jungle and Gardens. The Parrot Jungle is a great example of a unique experience you and your family will not forget. Open since 1936 in Downtown Miami, the new 18-acre waterfront facility has a beautifully planted and lushly landscaped grounds simulate the natural environment of what is now the proud home of parrots, macaws, flamingos and cockatoos. The Parrot jungle boasts an immense collection of caged and outdoor aviaries. You can watch the parrots, talk to them, feed them, or let them entertain you.
