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Art, Architecture & History in Downtown Miami: 5 Stops to Explore
Miami Beautiful illustrated guide.
A visual and cultural route through Downtown Miami, connecting art, architecture, museums and historic places without treating them as isolated attractions.
This Miami Beautiful guide is built around published local places so you can move from inspiration to a real map, a real neighborhood and the next stop nearby.
Places to start in Downtown Miami
Freedom Tower
One of Miami’s most recognizable historic landmarks and a symbol of the Cuban exile story.
Where: 600 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
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Pérez Art Museum Miami
Miami’s flagship modern and contemporary art museum overlooking Biscayne Bay.
Where: 1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
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HistoryMiami Museum
A Smithsonian Affiliate devoted to the history and communities of South Florida.
Where: 101 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33130
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Gesu Catholic Church
A historic downtown church and one of Miami’s enduring architectural landmarks.
Where: 118 NE 2nd St, Miami, FL 33132
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Olympia Theater
A restored historic theater known for its atmospheric interior and downtown legacy.
Where: 174 E Flagler St, Miami, FL 33131
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Build the rest of the day around the neighborhood
Miami works best when a visit is not reduced to one stop. Use the surrounding neighborhood, waterfront, public spaces and nearby cultural places to turn the main destination into a fuller local experience.
Before you go
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