Miami Attractions
Attractions
Miami FL
There are so many wonderful tourist attractions to
see in Miami that there is sure to be something for
everyone.
Whether you are looking for thrills and excitement,
Miami history and exhibitions or wildlife. Here are
some of the top tourist attractions in Miami.
Landmarks
Miami
Miami is home to some of the most historical landmarks
that date back to hundreds of years and are in remarkable
condition. Here are some of the top landmarks and
monuments to visit in Miami.
Spanish
Monastery
16711 West Dixie Highways,
North Miami Beach,
33160, Florida, USA
Admission charge: discounts available to senior citizens
and children under 12 years old
This is one of the most beautiful and historic landmarks
in Miami, FL. The striking Spanish Monastery is located
in the North Miami Beach area of Miami and was originally
constructed in Segovia, Spain almost 900 years ago.
William Randolph Hearst moved this monastery brick
by brick and it was carefully reconstructed in Miami.
Spanish Monastery was renamed at the Ancient Monastery
St. Bernard de Clairvaux. The monastery is regularly
used as a church and is also available for receptions
and parties.
Miami
Freedom Tower
600 Biscayne Boulevard,
Miami, 33132, Florida, USA
This is one of Miami's important historic landmarks
The Miami Freedom Tower is situated in Downtown Miami,
was once home to the long-gone Miami News.
During the 1960s, offices at the Miami Freedom Tower
processed requests for political asylum during the
first wave of Cuban immigration. The Miami Freedom
Tower was actually modeled on the Giralda bell tower
in Seville, Spain, and was closed for a number of
years whilst undergoing restorations and the Miami
Freedom Tower has recently reopened as a museum of
Cuban culture. To fully appreciate the tower's Mediterranean
features and detailed architecture as a whole, the
Miami Freedom Tower is best viewed from a distance.
Other
Attractions
Coral
Castle
28655 South Dixie Highway,
Homestead, 33030,
Florida, USA
This intriguing work of art attracts many tourists
visiting Miami. The castle was created by one man,
who spent more than twenty years moving 1,00 tons
of coral rock and carving each stone entirely by hand,
without the aid of any machinery. This is one of Miami's
most mysterious and unusual tourist attractions.
The Admission charges vary -- discounts are available
for senior citizens and children between 7 to 12 years
old, children under 6 years old are free
Art
Deco District Welcome Center
1001 Ocean Drive,
Miami, Florida 33139
This is one of the most visited areas of Tourist attraction.
Art Deco District centre is the best place to find
out about all of the fabulous Art Deco buildings.
Travelers
would be thrilled to join the guided tours, and independent
audiotape walking tours. There's even a gift shop
in the vicinity for those seeking souvenirs to take
back home.Fort
Lauderdale
This is one of the most visited areas of Tourist attraction.
Fort Lauderdale is home to a surprising number of
cultural and historical sites.
Fort
Lauderdale is so well endowed in the museum and
gallery department shows how serious its denizens
are about moving on from spring-breakarama. Art, science
and history are all well represented. An interesting
and innovative trip!
Metro-Dade Cultural Center
101 West Flagler Street,
Miami, 33130, Florida, USA
This is one of Miami's most popular tourist attractions.
Metro-Dade Cultural Center is Situated in central
downtown Miami.
This majestic complex is home to a number of Miami's
top museums, including the Miami art Museum and also
Miami's Historical Museum. Other attractions include
the Miami Main Public Library, with over four million
books, documents and archives, and there is also a
peaceful courtyard area with seating.
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