Miami
This could be you enjoying a romantic cruise in Biscayne Bay, Miami; (c) Visit Florida
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 at this beachfront destination of bold architecture, tropical resorts, ultra-lounges, upscale restaurants, and trendy shops with a soulful heritage.
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
Celebrating a festival at Little Haiti Cultural Center; (c) Nancy St. Leger/Greater Miami CVB
Getaway Vacations For Grownups
Washington Avenue has new hotels, burgeoning restaurants and people watching
General Attractions
For over 35 years, Bayside Marketplace remains a staple visitor attraction
The Elser Hotel
Premium Pre-Cruise Magic in Downtown Miami
The lounge with a view on The Elser Bay Terrace; (c) The Elser Miami
Restaurants & Nightclubs
Restaurants in Overtown and Little Haiti will more than welcome you
Exploring the City
Art Basel brims with expectation for a premier, Black art festival
Shops & Galleries
Yeelen Group is your source for evocative artworks in South Florida
Romantic Sites and Things to Do
The intimate and black-owned Copper Door B&B welcomes everyone
Karla Ferguson next to a Toni Morrison portrait at Yeelen Gallery
Family Attractions
Frost Museum of Science stimulates minds with robotic dinosaurs and more
The Arts
Perez Art Museum Miami makes a big statement on the national art scene
Royal Palm Crowne Plaza Resort
Out of something horrible, came something beautiful & sublime
Heritage Sites
If time permits visit Greater Bethel AME Church in Overtown
Live performance at the Lyric Theater in Overtown; (c) Greater Miami CVB
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, a tropical Florida retreat for all ages
Trivia & Famous Residents
Ray Lewis, an NFL Hall Of Fame linebacker from the city