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Places
Picks by neighborhood, checked by our editors.
52 places
Independent bookstore
Books & Books Coral Gables
Editor's favoriteAn independent bookstore with readings, events and an attached cafe.
Tip: Check the events calendar for author talks.
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–11 PM · Sun 9 AM–10 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- City garages and meters at $1 per 24 minutes, $18 daily cap; Garage 2 at 220 Aragon Ave is closest to Aragon Ave.
- Free transit
- Free Coral Gables Trolley (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; no Sunday service) on Ponce de Leon Blvd, and free Freebee rides in the downtown service area (Mon to Thu 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Fri and Sat to midnight, Sun to 7 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
265 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistoric hotel and landmark
The Biltmore Hotel Coral Gables
Editor's favorite1920s Mediterranean Revival landmark whose tower and grounds are part of the city's identity.
Tip: Visitors can see the lobby and dine at its restaurants; self-parking in the West Lot is paid by the hour, and some facilities are for hotel guests only.
- Hours
- Open 24 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Paid: West Lot self-parking about $4/hour ($30 daily cap) via app; valet about $25 for visitors
- Free transit
- None confirmed
- Waterfront
- No
1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Open in MapsOfficial siteContemporary art museum
Institute of Contemporary Art Miami
Editor's favoriteFree contemporary art museum with changing exhibitions and a sculpture garden.
Tip: Admission is free, but reserve a ticket online since walk-ins can be turned away when full. Free tours of current shows meet in the lobby at noon.
- Hours
- Wed–Sun 11 AM–6 PM
- Closed
- Monday, Tuesday; major federal holidays
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Museum Garage across NE 41st St; Design District garages $3 up to 4 hours, $6 for 4 to 6 hours, $25 daily max; valet $5 up to 4 hours at 10 stands (Miami Design District).
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Biscayne route; its map lists the Design District as a stop area (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to midnight; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
61 NE 41st St, Miami, FL 33137
Open in MapsOfficial siteWaterfront public park
Bayfront Park
Editor's favoriteDowntown waterfront park used for walks, concerts, major events and skyline views.
Tip: Festival setups can close parts of the park.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–11 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Park lot next to the Trust offices, $20 (10 a.m. to 11 p.m.); Bayside garage nearby
- Free transit
- Metromover Bayfront Park station (150 S Biscayne Blvd) is adjacent; Miami Trolley Coral Way route stops at Bayfront Park.
- Waterfront
- Yes, 32 acres on Biscayne Bay
301 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
Open in MapsOfficial siteBayfront public park
Margaret Pace Park
Editor's favoriteWaterfront walking paths, sports courts, playground and dog areas.
Tip: Leashed dogs are welcome and there is a dog park, plus tennis, volleyball and basketball courts and an outdoor gym.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Paid street parking run by the Miami Parking Authority
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Biscayne route; its map lists Margaret Pace Park as a stop area (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to midnight; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- Yes, on Biscayne Bay
1745 N Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33132
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistoric city landmark
Hialeah Park Historic Racetrack
Editor's favoriteRacetrack that opened in 1925, rebuilt in the early 1930s with palm-lined grounds and an infield lake known for its flamingos. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Tip: The site now runs mainly as a casino, so confirm visitor access before going just to see the track and flamingos.
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No
100 E 32nd St, Hialeah, FL 33013
Open in MapsOfficial siteNeighborhood landmark
Domino Park (Máximo Gómez Park)
Editor's favoriteSmall city park where neighborhood regulars gather for dominoes and chess.
Tip: Be respectful of the regular players; joining a game isn't automatic. The park has public bathrooms.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Street parking
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Little Havana route along SW 8th St (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
1444 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135
Open in MapsOfficial siteShopping and dining
Brickell City Centre
Open-air multi-block shopping and dining destination that anchors the neighborhood's pedestrian core.
Tip: Restaurants and the cinema keep their own hours.
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 11 AM–9 PM · Sun 11 AM–7 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Paid on-site garage (first 20 minutes free; $48 daily max per the official visit page)
- Free transit
- Metromover Brickell City Centre (Eighth Street) station connects to the center. Metromover is free, 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Note: from Oct 24, 2026 the Financial District station is closed for about five weeks; Brickell Loop trips start and end at Brickell station.
- Waterfront
- No
701 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33131
Open in MapsOfficial siteLinear park and trail
The Underline: Brickell Backyard
The first half-mile of The Underline, open since February 2021, with walking and biking paths, an outdoor gym, courts and butterfly gardens beneath Metrorail.
Tip: The Brickell Metrorail and Metromover stations sit right on this stretch, so it is easy to reach without a car.
- Hours
- Open 24 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Street and nearby private garages; no dedicated lot (not confirmed)
- Free transit
- Metromover Brickell station and Metrorail Brickell station are on this segment. Metromover is free, 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Note: from Oct 24, 2026 the Financial District station is closed for about five weeks; Brickell Loop trips start and end at Brickell station.
- Waterfront
- Starts at the Miami River
SW 1st Ave under Metrorail, from the Miami River to SW 13th St, Miami, FL 33130
Open in MapsOfficial siteAncient local history
Miami Circle Archaeological Site
An important Tequesta archaeological site marking thousands of years of history at the mouth of the Miami River.
Tip: The circle itself is buried for protection; what you see is a small waterfront park with interpretive signs.
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Metered street parking (not confirmed)
- Free transit
- Metromover Riverwalk station, per Metromover map.
- Waterfront
- Yes, at the mouth of the Miami River on Biscayne Bay
401 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistoric house and garden
The Barnacle Historic State Park
An 1891 bayfront home preserved among native trees, with access to the interior on guided tours.
Tip: The house is seen only on guided tours at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. ($3 adults).
- Hours
- Thu–Mon 9 AM–5 PM
- Closed
- Tuesday, Wednesday
- Cost
- $2 entry; house tour $1-$3
- Parking
- No vehicle entry; use metered street parking or the MPA Playhouse Lot across Main Hwy
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Coconut Grove Trolley (Mon to Sat, 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.) and free Freebee Coconut Grove fixed route (Sun to Thu 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fri and Sat 10 a.m. to midnight).
- Waterfront
- Yes, on Biscayne Bay
3485 Main Hwy, Miami, FL 33133
Open in MapsOfficial siteBayfront public park
Peacock Park
Waterfront green space by the village with playground and room to take a break from the shops.
Tip: Leashed dogs are welcome, and the recreation building keeps shorter hours.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Paid nearby lots and metered street parking (not confirmed on city page)
- Free transit
- Freebee Coconut Grove fixed route has a Peacock Park stop. Free City of Miami Coconut Grove Trolley (Mon to Sat, 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.) and free Freebee Coconut Grove fixed route (Sun to Thu 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fri and Sat 10 a.m. to midnight).
- Waterfront
- Yes, on Biscayne Bay
2820 McFarlane Rd, Miami, FL 33133
Open in MapsOfficial sitePublic waterfront park
Regatta Park
Waterside park near Dinner Key Marina with paths, benches and open space.
Tip: Open sunrise to sunset.
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Paid lots run by Miami Parking Authority
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Coconut Grove Trolley (Mon to Sat, 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.) and free Freebee Coconut Grove fixed route (Sun to Thu 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fri and Sat 10 a.m. to midnight).
- Waterfront
- Yes, on Biscayne Bay; boat ramp
3500 Pan American Dr, Miami, FL 33133
Open in MapsOfficial siteLocal history museum
Coral Gables Museum
Museum exploring the architecture, design and civic history of Coral Gables.
Tip: Entry is free during Gallery Night, the first Friday of each month from 6 to 10 p.m.
- Hours
- Tue–Fri 11 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–6 PM · Sun 11 AM–5 PM
- Closed
- Monday
- Cost
- $15 adults ($8-$10 reduced; under 7 free)
- Parking
- Garage 2 at 220 Aragon Ave, about a block away; City garages and meters at $1 per 24 minutes, $18 daily cap; Garage 2 at 220 Aragon Ave is closest to Aragon Ave.
- Free transit
- Free Coral Gables Trolley (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; no Sunday service) on Ponce de Leon Blvd, and free Freebee rides in the downtown service area (Mon to Thu 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Fri and Sat to midnight, Sun to 7 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
285 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistoric public pool
Venetian Pool
A landmark coral-rock pool and grotto carved from a former quarry.
Tip: Children must be at least 3 years old and 38 inches tall.
- Hours
- Tue–Fri 11 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–4:30 PM
- Closed
- Monday; seasonal winter closure (typically December-January)
- Cost
- $23 adults, $18 ages 3-12 (non-residents)
- Parking
- Two free lots (one next to the pool, one across from the entrance)
- Free transit
- Freebee service area now extends to Venetian Pool. Trolley does not stop at the pool (not confirmed).
- Waterfront
- Spring-fed pool; not on the bay
2701 De Soto Blvd, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Open in MapsOfficial siteTropical botanic garden
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
Large tropical garden for palms, rainforest paths and seasonal exhibitions on the south side of Coral Gables.
Tip: Buying online saves $5 a ticket and parking is free.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 10 AM–5 PM
- Closed
- December 25
- Cost
- $24.95-$32.95 adults
- Parking
- Free on-site
- Free transit
- None confirmed
- Waterfront
- No
10901 Old Cutler Rd, Coral Gables, FL 33156
Open in MapsOfficial siteWaterfront park
Matheson Hammock Park
Historic waterfront park with winding paths, shaded picnic areas and views toward Biscayne Bay.
Tip: Open sunrise to sunset. Walking in is free; car entry is $7 plus tax on weekdays and $10 on weekends. Pets are not allowed, and atoll pool swimming depends on water quality.
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Paid park lots: $7 per car weekdays, $10 weekends and holidays (plus tax); pay by phone or at the office
- Free transit
- None confirmed
- Waterfront
- Yes, Biscayne Bay beach, atoll pool and marina
9610 Old Cutler Rd, Coral Gables, FL 33156
Open in MapsOfficial sitePublic art and architecture
Museum Garage
A working parking garage whose facades were each designed by a different architect or artist, inspired by the Exquisite Corpse drawing game.
Tip: See the facades from the sidewalk without blocking cars; ICA Miami is right across NE 41st St.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 5 AM–10 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Design District garages $3 up to 4 hours, $6 for 4 to 6 hours, $25 daily max; valet $5 up to 4 hours at 10 stands (Miami Design District).
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Biscayne route; its map lists the Design District as a stop area (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to midnight; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
90 NE 41st St, Miami, FL 33137
Open in MapsOfficial siteIndependent zine and art shop
Dalé Zine
Independent art bookshop and gallery that has published zines and books by Miami and visiting artists since 2009.
Tip: Peel Soft Serve is next door, so pair a browse with a treat.
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 11 AM–7 PM · Sat 11 AM–8 PM · Sun 12 PM–6 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Museum Garage is closest (district directory); Design District garages $3 up to 4 hours, $6 for 4 to 6 hours, $25 daily max; valet $5 up to 4 hours at 10 stands (Miami Design District).
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Biscayne route; its map lists the Design District as a stop area (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to midnight; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
50 NE 40th St, Miami, FL 33137
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistory and culture museum
Freedom Tower
Landmark Miami Dade College museum interpreting Cuban exile history and the city's broader past.
Tip: Free parking is available in the MDC garage at 500 NE 2nd Ave, except Sundays.
- Hours
- Wed–Sun 10 AM–6 PM
- Closed
- Monday, Tuesday
- Cost
- $18 adults ($12-$14 reduced; under 7 free)
- Parking
- Free in the MDC garage at 500 NE 2nd Ave (closed Sundays; use MDC Lot 1 on Sundays); metered street parking
- Free transit
- Metromover Freedom Tower station (Omni Loop) opens onto the plaza.
- Waterfront
- No (faces Biscayne Blvd across from the bay)
600 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
Open in MapsOfficial siteContemporary art museum
Pérez Art Museum Miami
Contemporary art museum overlooking Biscayne Bay, near the Frost science museum and bayfront park.
Tip: Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Admission is free on Thursdays after 5 p.m., when the museum stays open until 9 p.m.
- Hours
- Mon 11 AM–6 PM · Thu 11 AM–9 PM · Fri–Sun 11 AM–6 PM
- Closed
- Tuesday, Wednesday
- Cost
- $18 adults ($14 reduced; free Thursdays after 5 p.m.)
- Parking
- Paid Museum Park garage shared with Frost Science (space limited)
- Free transit
- Metromover Museum Park station (Omni Loop); Miami Trolley Biscayne route.
- Waterfront
- Yes, bayfront terrace on Biscayne Bay
1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistory museum
Museum of Miami
The city's main local-history museum, renamed from HistoryMiami in May 2026, interpreting South Florida's people and culture.
Tip: Park in the Cultural Center garage at 50 NW 2nd Ave and validate at the front desk for a $5 flat rate.
- Hours
- Wed–Sun 12 PM–5 PM
- Closed
- Monday, Tuesday
- Cost
- $15 adults ($8-$10 reduced; under 6 free)
- Parking
- Miami-Dade Cultural Center Garage, 50 NW 2nd Ave, $5 flat with validation (not during special events)
- Free transit
- Across from Government Center Metromover and Metrorail station.
- Waterfront
- No
101 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33130
Open in MapsOfficial siteScience and planetarium
Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
A hands-on science museum, aquarium and planetarium overlooking Biscayne Bay.
Tip: Plan ahead for planetarium showtimes; separate from PAMM next door.
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun 10 AM–6 PM
- Cost
- Paid admission (price not captured)
- Parking
- Paid on-site museum garage (space limited)
- Free transit
- Metromover Museum Park station is adjacent; Miami Trolley Biscayne route.
- Waterfront
- Yes, overlooks Biscayne Bay
1101 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
Open in MapsOfficial siteLarge recreation park
Amelia Earhart Park
County park bordering Hialeah with trails, lakes, dog areas and outdoor activities.
Tip: Weekend cars pay $8. The 5.5 miles of mountain bike trails and the fenced Bark Park are free.
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- On site: free Mon to Thu; $8 per vehicle Fri to Sun and holidays
- Free transit
- No free transit confirmed.
- Waterfront
- No (inland park with five lakes)
401 E 65th St, Hialeah, FL 33013
Open in MapsOfficial siteCommunity recreation park
David H. McDonald Park
17-acre city park, the only one in Hialeah with a lake, with tennis, volleyball and racquetball courts, a playground and 10 gazebos.
Tip: Named for Army Sgt. David H. McDonald, a Hialeah resident killed in Vietnam in 1969. Gazebos are popular for parties.
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–10 PM · Sat–Sun 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No (park has a lake)
7505 W 12th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33014
Open in MapsOfficial sitePublic art garden
Garden of the Arts
Small public park combining South Florida plants, local artwork and a miniature amphitheater.
Tip: The miniature amphitheater can be rented through Palm Lakes Park.
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 2 PM–9 PM
- Closed
- Saturday, Sunday (no weekend hours listed)
- Cost
- Free
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No
7460 W 16th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33014
Open in MapsOfficial siteArt and live music
Cubaocho Museum & Performing Arts Center
Cuban art collection and cultural venue with music, cocktails and community events.
Tip: Events and private parties can change access to the galleries; check the calendar first.
- Hours
- Tue–Wed 11 AM–12 AM · Thu 11 AM–1 AM · Fri–Sat 11 AM–2 AM · Sun 11 AM–12 AM
- Closed
- Monday
- Parking
- Metered street parking on SW 8th St and side streets; fills fast on weekends and late nights.
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Little Havana route along SW 8th St (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
1465 SW 8th St, Suite 106, Miami, FL 33135
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistoric memorial park
Cuban Memorial Boulevard Park
A linear stretch of monuments and green space honoring Cuban history and the exile community.
Tip: Open sunrise to sunset; leashed dogs are allowed. Walk respectfully, since this is a place of remembrance.
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Street parking
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Little Havana route along SW 8th St (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.). The route crosses SW 13th Ave on SW 8th St.
- Waterfront
- No
900 SW 13th Ave, Miami, FL 33135
Open in MapsOfficial siteWaterfront walk
South Pointe Park
Bayside views, a public beach, playgrounds and walking paths by Government Cut.
Tip: City park hours are sunrise to sunset.
1 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Open in MapsOfficial siteFree garden
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
An urban garden with shaded paths and tropical plants near the Convention Center.
Tip: Free admission; currently lists Tuesday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
2000 Convention Center Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Open in MapsOfficial siteMuseum
The Wolfsonian–FIU
A museum dedicated to how art and design shape daily life.
Tip: Florida residents have free admission; Friday evenings 6–9 p.m. are free.
1001 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
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North Beach Oceanside Park
A beachside park with shaded paths, play areas and outdoor fitness stations.
Tip: City hours are sunrise to sunset; it also has designated dog areas.
79th–86th Streets at Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33141
Open in MapsOfficial siteLive music
Miami Beach Bandshell
Historic outdoor venue for concerts, family events and community performances.
Tip: Check the event calendar; municipal parking is across the street.
7275 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33141
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Bayshore Park
A 19-acre city park on the old Par 3 golf course, with a lake, walking trail, open lawns, a butterfly garden and a dog park.
Oceanfront park
Mid Beach Park
A city park on the ocean at 46th Street with shade, a playground and restrooms. It is where the Miami Beach boardwalk begins.
Shopping district
The Shops at Midtown Miami
Open-air blocks combining everyday retail, dining and walkable errands.
Tip: Store hours vary. Garages are paid, but weekday lunch visitors get 2 free hours, 12 to 3 p.m., with a $10 purchase at participating restaurants.
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Paid Midtown garages (North Block Garage open 24/7, from about $2 for the first hour); free 2 hours weekdays 12 to 3 p.m. with a $10 purchase at participating restaurants (Lunch Crunch).
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Biscayne route serves Midtown (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to midnight; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
3401 N Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33127
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistoric theater
Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater
Built in 1913 by Geder Walker, this surviving Little Broadway landmark is still a key place to understand Miami's Black arts history.
Tip: Black Archives lists weekday office hours (not confirmed directly); group tours can be arranged by phone.
- Closed
- Weekends except by appointment; federal holidays
- Cost
- Event tickets vary; visit cost not confirmed
- Parking
- Street parking (not confirmed)
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Overtown route (Mon to Fri 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; no weekend service). Metrorail Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre and Culmer stations nearby (paid fare).
- Waterfront
- No
819 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33136
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Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum
A former segregated police station and courthouse that now tells Miami's Black law-enforcement and civil-rights history through exhibits and guided visits.
Tip: Free parking in the museum lot.
- Hours
- Tue–Sat 10 AM–4 PM
- Closed
- Sunday, Monday
- Cost
- $10 adults; $5 students, seniors, police and military; 6 and under free
- Parking
- Free museum lot; limited street parking
- Free transit
- Overtown Trolley stop about 2 minutes away; Culmer Metrorail about 5 minutes (paid fare). Free City of Miami Trolley, Overtown route (Mon to Fri 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; no weekend service). Metrorail Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre and Culmer stations nearby (paid fare).
- Waterfront
- No
480 NW 11th St, Miami, FL 33136
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistoric gallery
Historic Ward Rooming House
Restored 1925 rooming house with Black and Bahamian heritage, now used for art exhibitions and cultural events.
Tip: The gallery is listed as open Thursday to Saturday afternoons with RSVP required (not confirmed directly); RSVP before visiting.
- Closed
- Sunday to Wednesday
- Cost
- Not posted
- Parking
- Street parking (not confirmed)
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Overtown route (Mon to Fri 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; no weekend service). Metrorail Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre and Culmer stations nearby (paid fare).
- Waterfront
- No
249 NW 9th St, Miami, FL 33136
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistoric Black church
Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church
Historic congregation and building central to Overtown's religious and civic heritage.
Tip: Active worship space: appreciate the exterior respectfully and follow posted access rules.
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Street parking (not confirmed)
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Overtown route (Mon to Fri 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; no weekend service). Metrorail Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre and Culmer stations nearby (paid fare).
- Waterfront
- No
301 NW 9th St, Miami, FL 33136
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistoric community landmark
New Providence Lodge No. 365
Historic fraternal lodge building constructed through the work of its members, part of Overtown's heritage trail.
Tip: Not an open museum; view respectfully from the street.
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Street parking (not confirmed)
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Overtown route (Mon to Fri 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; no weekend service). Metrorail Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre and Culmer stations nearby (paid fare).
- Waterfront
- No
941 NW 3rd Ave, Miami, FL 33136
Open in MapsOfficial siteCommunity recreation park
Theodore Gibson Park
Neighborhood park and recreation center with a gym, pool, basketball and baseball, plus youth programs.
Tip: The pool and gym keep their own shorter hours.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- On-site parking (city features list)
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Overtown route (Mon to Fri 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; no weekend service). Metrorail Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre and Culmer stations nearby (paid fare).
- Waterfront
- No
350 NW 13th St, Miami, FL 33136
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistoric beach park
Historic Virginia Key Beach Park
Beach and nature park that opened on August 1, 1945, as Miami-Dade's beach for Black residents during segregation; that history remains central to a visit today.
Tip: Open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov to Mar, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Apr to Oct. Free on foot or bike; cars pay $5 Mon to Thu, $10 Fri to Sun. No pets except service animals.
- Closed
- Thanksgiving, December 25
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Vehicle entry $5 Mon to Thu, $10 Fri to Sun, $12 holidays (covers parking); free on foot or bike
- Free transit
- No free transit confirmed to Virginia Key.
- Waterfront
- Yes, Atlantic-side beach
4020 Virginia Beach Dr, Miami, FL 33149
Open in MapsOfficial siteWaterfront park
Virginia Key Beach North Point Park
A separate city-operated beach and natural area with walking paths, shore access and native habitat.
Tip: Open 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Nov to Mar, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Apr to Oct. Cars pay $8 at the gate; lifeguards year-round; service animals only.
- Parking
- Vehicle entry $8 per car, $25 per bus (covers parking); no overnight parking
- Free transit
- No free transit confirmed to Virginia Key.
- Waterfront
- Yes, guarded Atlantic-side beach
3801 Rickenbacker Cswy, Miami, FL 33149
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Historic Miami Marine Stadium
1963 modernist stadium built for water-based events, unused since 1992 while the city plans its restoration.
Tip: The stadium itself is closed to the public; see it from the Basin Trail and the grounds around it.
- Closed
- Stadium interior closed to the public
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Grounds used for large events; parking not confirmed
- Free transit
- No free transit confirmed to Virginia Key.
- Waterfront
- Yes, on the Marine Stadium basin
3501 Rickenbacker Cswy, Miami, FL 33149
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Hobie Beach
Informal shallow-water beach along the Rickenbacker Causeway known for skyline views and windsurfing.
Tip: One of the few dog-friendly beaches near downtown; follow posted dog and swimming rules.
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Roadside parking along the causeway (not confirmed)
- Free transit
- No free transit confirmed to Virginia Key.
- Waterfront
- Yes, shallow Biscayne Bay shoreline
Rickenbacker Cswy, Virginia Key, Miami, FL 33149
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Miami Rowing and Watersports Center
Virginia Key rowing club offering training programs for youth and adults on Biscayne Bay.
Tip: Visitors can join as guest rowers ($30 a day, swim test required) or sign up for a three-week Learn to Row course; it is not a walk-up rental counter.
- Cost
- Guest rowing $30 per day; classes and programs priced separately
- Parking
- Not confirmed
- Free transit
- No free transit confirmed to Virginia Key.
- Waterfront
- Yes, on the Marine Stadium basin
3601 Rickenbacker Cswy, Miami, FL 33149
Open in MapsOfficial sitePublic shoreline trail
Virginia Key Basin Trail
Restored public walking and biking trail along the edge of the historic Marine Stadium basin.
Tip: The city confirms this trail is open; nearby construction or events can affect access.
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Not confirmed
- Free transit
- No free transit confirmed to Virginia Key.
- Waterfront
- Yes, along the Marine Stadium basin
3501 Rickenbacker Cswy, Miami, FL 33149
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Virginia Key Mountain Bike Trails
More than 10 miles of volunteer-built mountain-bike singletrack in North Point Park, maintained with the Virginia Key Bicycle Club since 2010.
Tip: Trails follow North Point Park hours (7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Nov to Mar, to 7 p.m. Apr to Oct); cars pay $8 and the gate closes 60 minutes early.
- Parking
- Inside North Point Park; vehicle entry $8 per car
- Free transit
- No free transit confirmed to Virginia Key.
- Waterfront
- Near the shore; trails are wooded
Arthur Lamb Jr Rd, Virginia Key, Miami, FL 33149
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Virginia Key Outdoor Center
Rental and tour outfitter inside North Point Park offering kayaks, paddleboards and bikes, plus sunset and full-moon paddles.
Tip: Hours are seasonal and weather permitting. Cars pay North Point's $8 entry; tell rideshare drivers to enter the park, not stop at the gate.
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 10 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5:30 PM
- Cost
- Rental fees vary (not captured)
- Parking
- Inside North Point Park; vehicle entry $8 per car
- Free transit
- No free transit confirmed to Virginia Key.
- Waterfront
- Yes, on a Biscayne Bay lagoon
3801 Rickenbacker Cswy, Miami, FL 33149
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Wynwood Walls
Ticketed outdoor museum of large murals and artwork, distinct from free murals in surrounding streets.
Tip: Miami-Dade residents get in free through 2028 with a digital membership and a photo ID showing a county address; children 12 and under are always free.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 10:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Cost
- $12 adults; free for Miami-Dade residents through 2028
- Parking
- Paid: Wynwood Garage, 311 NW 26th St (24/7, roughly $20 to $40 by stay, higher on event days) and metered street parking via PayByPhone/ParkMobile.
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Wynwood route along NW 2nd Ave (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; no Sunday service). Stops on NW 2nd Ave at the entrance.
- Waterfront
- No
2516 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127
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Museum of Graffiti
Museum tracing the people, styles and history behind graffiti and its place in Miami's art scene.
Tip: Tickets are $16 plus fees and children under 13 get in free; re-entry is allowed all day.
- Hours
- Mon 11 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 11 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun 11 AM–7 PM
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Cost
- $16 plus fees; under 13 free
- Parking
- Public garage at 321 NW 26th St (per museum FAQ); Paid: Wynwood Garage, 311 NW 26th St (24/7, roughly $20 to $40 by stay, higher on event days) and metered street parking via PayByPhone/ParkMobile.
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Wynwood route along NW 2nd Ave (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; no Sunday service).
- Waterfront
- No
276 NW 26th St, Miami, FL 33127
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