Hialeah

News and city life in Hialeah.

About Hialeah

Hialeah is one of the largest cities in Miami-Dade County. It sits northwest of Miami and has a large Cuban American community.

The city is known for family-run bakeries, busy factories and warehouses, and the historic Hialeah Park racetrack. Metrorail and Tri-Rail stations connect it to the rest of the county.

Known for
Cuban American community, industry and Hialeah Park
Transit
Metrorail and Tri-Rail stations

1 story

More from across Miami

Hialeah guide

Landmarks

  • Hialeah Park. A historic racetrack known for the flock of pink flamingos that lives on its grounds.
  • Amelia Earhart Park. A large county park with lakes, trails and open space.
  • Leah Arts District. A growing area of murals, studios and small businesses in old warehouses.

Living here

Hialeah is one of the largest cities in Miami-Dade. Most residents speak Spanish, and Cuban culture shapes its food, shops and daily life.

Getting around

  • Metrorail and Tri-Rail. Metrorail stops in Hialeah, and Tri-Rail links the area to Broward and Palm Beach counties.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hialeah its own city?

Yes. Hialeah is a separate city in Miami-Dade County with its own government.

What is Hialeah Park known for?

Horse racing history and the pink flamingos that live on its grounds.

What is the Leah Arts District?

An area of old warehouses in Hialeah that now holds murals, studios and small businesses.

Miami, in your inbox.

One free email every Friday: what’s new in Miami, what’s being built and what to do this weekend.