Did you know that Miami is the home to the FIRST Burger King? That isn't the only thing that makes Miami so special.. Read below for more fun, sometimes unusual, and always interesting things to do in Miami!
Millionaire's Row is a top "Thing To Do" in Miami. Millionaire’s Row is home to celebrities like Shaquille O’Neal, Gloria Estefan, and P.Diddy, just to name a few. Take a tour on one of Miami's best tour-boats to see how the 1% lives it up in Florida's HOTTEST city.
Visit Miami's Skyviews Wheel at Bayside Marketplace - Take a 15 minute ride on the wheel towering almost 200 feet above Bayside Marketplace, Skyviews Miami offers unparalleled views of Biscayne Bay, Bayfront Park, and the iconic Downtown Miami skyline. There are 42 completely enclosed and climate-controlled Gondolas, including one VIP Gondola featuring leather bucket seats, a custom LED light show, and a glass bottom floor.
South Beach by bike is one of the quickest and easiest ways to see South Beach in all it's glory. You can hit Miami's famous Art Deco District, take a dip at Nikki Beach, and see some of Miami's best hidden gems off the beaten path.
We mentioned the Art Dec District already, but it's worth a deeper look. Pops of color plus the style’s notable architectural lines, curves and fountains can be found throughout Miami Beach, but especially in the historic district.
The styles of the 1920s and 1930s remain vibrant in the Art Deco Historic District in Miami Beach, home to the nation’s largest concentration of the sleek and bright architectural style. The district, which has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1979, contains some 800 designated historic buildings, though some of them represent other modern architectural styles from different eras of Miami’s history.
Wynwood Art District is a selfie-lovers dream come true. Up your Insta-game with endless murals and stop by the Wynwood Walls - The Wynwood Walls was conceived by the renowned community revitalizer and placemaker, the late Tony Goldman in 2009. He was looking for something big to transform the warehouse district of Wynwood, and he arrived at a simple idea: “Wynwood’s large stock of warehouse buildings, all with no windows, would be my giant canvases to bring to them the greatest street art ever seen in one place.” Starting with the 25th–26th Street complex of six separate buildings, his goal was to create a center where people could gravitate to and explore, and to develop the area’s pedestrian potential.
Little Havana food tours is the heart of Hispanic life in Miami - take a tour with food samples, murals, Latin music, and of course, do it all with a cigar in hand.
Walk on the wild side at Jungle Island, an eco-adventure theme park, offering animal encounters like our favorite, Sloth Encounter.
Relaxing kayak tours do exist - especially if they're clear-bottom. Here you look out for coastal birds, marine life, and the beautiful mangroves. No need to worry about missing out on photo opportunities—the trip includes photo stops and a break at in the mangrove tunnels to enjoy the sites and unique views.
Visit Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, a breathtaking Gilded Age estate on Biscayne Bay surrounded by ten acres of formal gardens, a mangrove shoreline and rockland hammock. Be inspired by Vizcaya’s natural beauty, connect with Miami’s past and discover this unique cultural gem. A National Historic Landmark, Vizcaya offers an experience to delight your senses.
Make a splash with our favorite Seaquarium friends! Discover South Florida’s best aquarium and favorite visitor attraction. Enjoy amazing marine mammal shows with dolphins and sea lions that delight children of all ages. See world-class sea life exhibits with manatees, sea turtles, penguins, rays and more. Learn about wildlife rescue and marine animal care at the Conservation Outpost. Plus, there is no greater thrill than getting in the water with the friendly, intelligent and graceful dolphins at Dolphin Harbor, the best dolphin experience in Miami! Join us for one of our many special events great family dining options, and of course, unforgettable animal experiences at the best place to swim with dolphins in Miami!
The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science is a planetarium, an aquarium, and a science museum all fused into one incredibly interactive center — an ideal place to visit for kids and adults alike who’re looking for an experience that is both engaging and educational.
Visit the Museum of Illusions featuring over 40 mind-blowing 3D illusions, the Museum of Illusions is one of the best family-friendly activities in Miami. Bring your camera and let your creativity flow. Enjoy a dinosaur encounter, board a spaceship or fly on a magic carpet, you will experience one of the most fun museums in the city. And for a stress-relieving activity, stop by the “Smash It!” exhibit to send all your negative emotions away while breaking some dishes.
If ‘diving with turtles’ is on your all-time bucket list, first of all, you’re not the only one. But second of all, over in Boynton Beach, the opportunity awaits to finally cross that one off the paper! Besides the majestic loggerheads, heaps of other species making up Florida’s most beloved marine life roam the waters, including sharks, moray eels, yellowtails, and more.
Undoubtedly one of Miami’s most iconic bars, this place is the obvious solution for anyone searching for a fun place to grab a few drinks? The award-winning Broken Shaker cocktail bar serves up an eclectic menu of handcrafted cocktails, with Caribbean flair, great music, and friendly bartenders ensuring a wonderful night out.
Miami Design District - Famous for its sleek modern architecture; numerous art galleries, design showrooms, and antique dealers, the Miami Design District is rocketing up the ranks for must-see areas. Do yourselves a favor: add this thriving neighborhood to the to-do list, especially if you’re an art lover.
Hollywood Beach Boardwalk stretches nearly 2.5 miles along the Atlantic and is a beautiful oceanfront promenade ideal for a casual walk, slow bike ride, or a brisk jog to work off all the rum and seafood from the night before. Being a popular area, there’s no shortage of street performers or restaurants.