Art Deco District Tours
One of the most famous local attractions in South Beach, Florida, is the 90-minute guided walking tour of the Art Deco Historic District. The tours are conducted by local historians and architects who introduce visitors to Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival and the Miami Beach Architectural Historic District.
Historical Museum of Southern Florida
The Historical Museum of Southern Florida in South Beach conducts special events, year-round cultural programmes, events and activities that celebrate Florida’s ever-changing community. You can enjoy art-making, music activities, storytelling and mini-tours every second Saturday of the month.
Everglades National Park
Everglades National Park in South Beach, Florida, protects the southern 25% of the original Everglades. It is the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States, and is visited by one million people each year. The Park is open year round and you can enjoy activities like walking and canoe trails. Boat and tram tours are excellent for viewing wildlife, including alligators and many tropical birds.
Miami Metro Zoo
Miami Metro Zoo in South Beach is also open 365 days a year. The biggest attraction at the zoo is the Hippo Slide, which is the world’s largest inflatable water slide. It stands over 35 feet high and 175 feet long. Plunge down the 25-foot-drop to cool off or slide down in a fly dry tube and keep your clothes dry. Either way, this ride is a “huge” adventure!
Miami Museum of Science and Space Transit Planetarium
The Miami Planetarium in South Beach, Florida, entertains and educates children and adults alike about astronomy and the wonders of our universe. The Planetarium houses a 65-feet diameter domed projection screen with 231 seats. It also features surround sound and video projection bringing the stars and planets indoors in animated live star shows and music-filled laser light shows.
Miami Seaquarium
The Miami Seaquarium in South Beach, Florida, is a place where dolphins walk on water and killer whales fly through the air. It’s not just a place where animals entertain humans, but also a safe haven for endangered sea turtles and manatees. Enjoy a superb marine-life entertainment park with eight different marine animal shows and amazing daily presentations.
Monkey Jungle
Monkey Jungle in South Beach has nearly 400 primates who have made the 30-acre reserve their home. Monkey Jungle has a variety of tropical exhibits including a real working Amazonian Rain Forest, the only one in North America!