Area Attractions
Things To Do in South Beach, Miami & Beyond
Living History | Eco-Tourism | Family Fun
From the charm of Coconut Grove to exciting South Beach, Miami is a vibrant city that promises something for every visitor. No matter how long or short your stay at Hotel Riu Florida Beach, you’re sure to find an endless variety of rewarding experiences for kids and adults alike.
Living History
Ancient Spanish Monastery
Visit a 12th century Spanish monastery cloister that was brought to Miami brick-by-brick and reassembled. It’s the oldest building in the Western Hemisphere.
16711 W. Dixie Hwy.
(305) 945-1461
Art Deco District
Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the district boasts more than 800 historic buildings constructed during the 1920s and 1930s.
Preservation League Center
(305) 672-2014
Cauley Square Historic Village
Visit old South Florida as the early settlers experienced it in this restored historic village.
22400 Old Dixie Hwy.
(305) 258-3543
Coral Gables Merrick House
This 1899 frame house displays the furniture, art and personal belongings of the family of George E. Merrick, who founded and first developed Coral Gables.
907 Coral Way
(305) 460-5095
Espanola Way
This historic Spanish village was the home of artists, writers, musicians and bohemians in the early 1920s.
432 Espanola Way
(305) 531-5322
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
Built by agricultural industrialist James Deering, this spectacular European-style estate includes ten acres of gardens and a magnificent house filled with period art and furnishings.
3251 S. Miami Ave.
(305) 250-9133
Eco-Tourism
Biscayne National Park
Journey through islands, mangrove creeks and wilderness aboard a glass-bottom boat or a diving-and-snorkeling catamaran.
9700 SW 328th Street
(305) 230-1100
Biscayne Nature Center
Experience local natural history, explore coastal hammocks and fossil-rock reefs.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center
(305) 361-6767, ext. 119
Coopertown Airboat Rides and Restaurant
Airboat rides, alligator exhibitions, hardwood-hammock tours and more await you.
22700 SW 8th Street
(305) 226-6048
Deering Estates at Cutler
Explore more than 420 acres of endangered natural habitats, archeological and historic sites, along with beautiful views of Biscayne Bay.
16701 SW 72nd Ave.
(305) 235-1668
Everglades National Park
The third-largest national park in the continental United States welcomes you with camping facilities, nature trails, a marina, boat ramps and boat rentals.
40001 State Road 9336
(305) 242-7700
Everglades Alligator Farm
Tour the magnificent Everglades via airboat and take in live shows featuring alligators and snakes.
40351 SW 192nd Ave.
(305) 247-2628
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens
Created in 1938, this is one of the world's most renowned botanic gardens, with fascinating exhibits of rare tropical plants.
10901 Old Cutler Road
(305) 667-1651
Family Fun
Coral Castle, Inc.
Edward Leedskainin carved huge pieces of coral rock in the 1920s, on exhibit at this truly unique site.
28655 S. Dixie Hwy.
(305) 248-6345
Fruit and Spice Park
This fascinating 35-acre park boasts more than 500 varieties of exotic herbs, fruits, spices and nuts from around the world.
24801 SW 187th Ave.
(305) 247-5727
GameWorks
Created under the supervision of Steven Spielberg, this is the place to go for gamers. Offers a restaurant and full bar.
The Shops at Sunset Place
(305) 667-4263
Miami Childrens Museum
Kids young and old can explore hundreds of interactive exhibits, classes and programs about the arts, culture, communications and community.
980 MacArthur Causeway
(305) 373-5437
Miami Metro Zoo
Recognized as one of the top zoos in the nation, the Miami Metro Zoo features more than 1,300 animals.
12400 SW 152nd Street
(305) 251-0400
Miami Museum of Science and Planetarium
With a fascinating wildlife center and engrossing planetarium shows, the museum takes you on tours of our world and worlds beyond.
3280 S. Miami Ave.
(305) 646-4200
Miami Seaquarium
Killer whales, porpoises, sea lions and more star in exciting showcases of the marine world.
4400 Rickenbacker Causeway
(305) 361-5705
Monkey Jungle
Explore exotic South America, Asia and Africa on jungle safaris that visit the habitats of hundreds of wild animals.
14805 SW 216th Street
(305) 235-1611
Parrot Jungle
Lush tropical settings envelope you as you enjoy spectacular animal shows.
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
(305) 400-7000
Venetian Pool
Caves, waterfalls and stone bridges grace this Venetian-style lagoon carved out of coral rock.
2701 DeSoto Blvd.
(305) 460-5357
Coconut Grove
Stretching from Le Jeune Road to Biscayne Bay, Coconut Grove is a treasure of museums, galleries, shopping, dining and historic sites surrounded by the tropical beauty of Miami. Spend a day wandering through the area or a night on town!