Top 7 Unique Things to See and Do while in Miami
Sure, Miami has skimpy bathing suits, white sand beaches, incredible shopping, dining and clubbing but why stop there? Travelers how frequent the tropical oasis will indulge in this post about the top 7 more unique, off the beaten path sights and sounds to take in while visiting Miami. So strap on your speedo, throw away your poolside mai-tai, and prepare to dive into the less traveled side…
1) The Coral Castle. The Coral Castle is truly a sight to be seen to be believed. Built by the eccentric Edward Leedskainin between 1923 and 1940, the Coral Castle is a collection of huge coral sculptures that Mr. Leedskainin used only small hand tools to create. Ed secretly carved over 1,100 tons, yes tons, of coral to finish his unique accomplishment. Much like the ancient pyramids, when taking in the sight, it’s hard not to think the creator had some sort of supernatural power to be able to make it.
2) The Oldest House in Miami. Why not? It was built in 1855 by William Wagner and served as the county’s sutler’s store near the original location of Fort Dallas. In 1979, the building was relocated (because we can’t just leave it where it was meant to be, right?) to Lummus Park, which is also the site of the relocated Barracks Building from Fort Dallas.
3) Everglades Airboat Ride. Hold on to those sunglasses. A trip to Miami is never complete until you ride across the Everglades, alligators and crush some marine life in your (chauffeur driven, of course) 100 horsepower Airboat. These machines are truly a marvel, the way they carve perfectly over the landscape and how efficiently they move humans across the Everglades. Joking aside, this is truly an experience that will give you lots to talk about while chilling back by the pool.
4) Jungle Island Miami. This is formerly Parrot Jungle Island, which opened back in 1936. It reopened in 2003 as Jungle Island Miami complete with a water park, slide and Jungle Theater. The park offers unique areas to see firsthand hundreds of animal species.
5) Venetian Pool. Dating back to 1924, this is truly one of the greatest pool experiences you will ever swim in. In the land of first class pools, this one takes the cake, even going so far as to be registered with the National Register of Historic Places. Underground Artesian wells feed the free form lagoon, shaded by 3 story Spanish Porticos that has both fountains and water falls. Kids and adults alike will marvel swimming in this clean, gorgeous body of water.
6) The Wolfsonian Museum. This museum features the strangest collections of objects from the modern world. Over 100,000 artifacts show how design and form shape our culture and our lives. The inside feels like a creepy old Victorian castle straight out of a horror film, but once acclimated; you’ll warm to the thousands of treasures you’ll come across.
7) Calle Ocho in Little Havana. 8th street in Little Havana is located right in the heart of Miami. Here, you will find culture and locals to boot. Take a stroll through Domino Park where the old timers come to meet and swap stories. Or walk with your head down over the Walk of Stars (similar to Hollywood’s Walk of Fame, but for Latin media stars.) Hungry? You won’t be. Not with the tens of tiny (and delicious) Cuban restaurants, cafés and nightclubs that hug the cozy boulevards. Little Havana is a definite must see for the visitor to Miami.
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