A morning stroll along Ocean Beach in Miami Beach; credit Miami CVB
Miami
Searching for the Fountain of Youth, Ponce de Leon arrived in Miami in 1513. People still haven’t found it, but they sure have a good time trying. As you see below, it’s more than a beachfront city luxury resorts, ultra-lounges, cafes, and upscale restaurants.
History
The city owes much to the historically Black black community of Overtown
Cultural Sites
A remarkable survivor of freeway destruction is the Historic Lyric Theater
Beaches
Ocean Beach takes the crown for beachfront activity and nightlife
Getaway Vacations For Grownups
Washington Avenue has new hotels, burgeoning restaurants and people watching
Restaurants & Nightclubs
Bar 1 Restaurant takes the cake for upscale dining and a chill vibe
General Attractions
for over 35 years, Bayside Marketplace remains a staple visitor attraction
Exploring the City
Art Basel brims with expectation for a premier, Black art festival
Romantic Sites and Things to Do
The intimate and black-owned Copper Door B&B welcomes everyone
Shops & Galleries
Yeelen Art Gallery is the pacesetter for Black Art in South Florida
Family Attractions
Frost Museum of Science stimulate young minds with robotic dinosaurs & more
Arts
Perez Art Museum Miami makes a big statement on the national art scene
Lyric Live at the Historic Lyric Theater in Overtown; credit Greater Miami CVB
Royal Palm Crowne Plaza Resort
Out of something horrible, came something beautiful
Heritage Sites
If time permits visit Greater Bethel AME Church in Overtown
Delicious Food Trucks of Dade County
If you’re a fan of food trucks, Magic City has you covered
Florida Keys
What Paul & Teressa Lowe want you to know about the Keys
Key West
Key West is to Florida what New Orleans is to Louisiana
Trivia & Famous Residents
Ray Lewis, the former linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens
