29 First-Time Visitor Attractions in Miami

Miami's premier sports and entertainment arena — home of the Heat, world-class concerts, and stunning Biscayne Bay views

Miami's original outdoor street art museum — 35,000 sq ft of world-class murals in the heart of Wynwood

Zoom across the River of Grass on a thrilling airboat tour with live gator shows and wildlife encounters near Miami

Miami's iconic Gilded Age estate — a 1916 Italian Renaissance mansion surrounded by breathtaking formal gardens on Biscayne Bay.

Miami's only combined planetarium, aquarium, and science museum — hands-on discovery for all ages in Downtown's waterfront Maurice A. Ferré Park.

Florida's largest zoo — 750 acres, 2,000+ animals, and a lush botanical garden all in one wild South Miami adventure.

Soar 200 feet above Biscayne Bay in climate-controlled gondolas with sweeping views of the Downtown Miami skyline.

America's largest subtropical wilderness — 1.5 million acres of wildlife, wetlands, and wonder just south of Miami

Miami's sweetest immersive experience: 14+ playful rooms, unlimited ice cream, and the world-famous Sprinkle Pool

Miami's iconic boat tour operator offering sightseeing cruises, bus tours, and waterway adventures departing from Bayside Marketplace

Miami's premier modern and contemporary art museum, perched on the waterfront with stunning Biscayne Bay views and world-class international collectio

Over 50,000 sq ft of world-class immersive art experiences featuring teamLab, James Turrell, Es Devlin, and more in Allapattah

83 acres of world-class tropical beauty in Coral Gables — palms, orchids, butterflies, and living science all in one extraordinary garden.

Miami's iconic eco-adventure park with animal encounters, ziplines, and nearly 3,000 species on Watson Island

South Beach's iconic oceanfront park — sun, sand, palm trees, and Muscle Beach all in one legendary stretch

Miami Beach's iconic 450-ft fishing pier and waterfront park with sweeping ocean views, cruise ship sightings, and stunning sunsets at the tip of Sout

The official gateway to Miami Beach's iconic Art Deco Historic District — architecture, history, and walking tours on Ocean Drive

Historic lighthouse, pristine beaches, and endless outdoor adventures at the southern tip of Key Biscayne

South Florida's most mysterious landmark — 1,100 tons of coral rock carved by one man, defying explanation since 1923

Miami's iconic 1923 spring-fed swimming pool with waterfalls, grottos, and Mediterranean charm in Coral Gables

A 444-acre historic estate and nature preserve on Biscayne Bay blending Miami's deep past with living ecosystems

North Beach's beloved oceanside park with BBQ grills, a dog park, volleyball courts, and direct Atlantic beach access

Miami's premier history museum celebrating the Magic City's multicultural story through immersive exhibits, archives, and city tours

Explore the persuasive power of art and design at Miami Beach's premier design museum in a landmark 1927 building.