Miami, Florida Things to Do
Whether you are here on business, taking a cruise, or just relaxing for a much needed vacation, there are a wide variety of attractions and things to do near our downtown Miami hotel. Discover educational museums, upscale shopping and endless unique neighborhoods to explore. Hotel Urbano is situated in the center of it all, with Miami Beach, South Beach, Little Havana and Coconut Grove all easily accessible nearby.
Families will enjoy a selection of nature-related theme parks such as Jungle Island and Miami Seaquarium, and endless family-friendly recreation.
Art Hotel in Miami.
Check out our latest events and installations courtesy of Art Fusion Galleries.
- Hotel event date: 4/15/10
Event: "The Unveil"
Run: April through June 2010 | - Hotel event date: 10/21/10
Event: "Enlightened Synchronicities"
Run: October thru December 2010 |
- Hotel event date: 7/15/10
Event: "Transluminescent Fantasies"
Run: July through September 2010 | - Hotel event date: 1/20/11
Event: "Above and Beyond"
Run: January thru March 2011 |
[Top] Miami Beach.
Separated from Miami by the breathtaking beauty of Biscayne Bay, Miami Beach is a post-card perfect city complete with soaring skyscrapers, beach resorts and sprawling white sandy beaches. Miami Beach pulsates with non-stop activity, sophisticated boutiques and trendy nightlife. Visitors will discover fabulous shopping and outdoor dining on Lincoln Road, a pedestrian mall that's both bike and roller blade friendly. Head over to Miami Beach’s historic Art Deco District featuring world-renowned South Beach.
South Beach.
Experience vibrant Art Deco flair while catching plenty of sun, surf and sand. Welcome to hip South Beach, Florida where the beaches are hot and the people are beautiful. This high-energy hot spot attracts visitors from around the world looking to catch a little Miami heat. South Beach is the ultimate adult playground, home to boutique shops, galleries, stores, world-class restaurants and high-energy night clubs. Spend an afternoon people-watching on Ocean Drive and you might just spot a celebrity or two!
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Downtown Miami.
Downtown Miami's business district is a local powerhouse driving domestic and international affairs. Soaring skyscrapers set the dramatic stage for the cosmopolitan activity taking place in the "Manhattan of the South". On Brickell Road, visitors will find a high concentration of sophisticated boutiques, upscale dining options and museums. Situated in the center of downtown Miami, you'll find the Port of Miami, home to dozens of cruise ships, Bayfront Park, American Airlines Arena and the Arsht Center for the Performing Arts.
Arsht Center of the Performing Arts.
On Biscayne Boulevard in Downtown Miami is the third largest performing arts center in the United States. The Arsht Center of the Performing Arts known simply as the Arsht Center, was originally Art Deco in design when constructed in 1929. However, modern reconstruction of the Arsht Center has left only the Art Deco tower as a reminder to its cultural past. The Arsht Center hosts an array of theater, dance, concerts, children’s entertainment and comedy shows. Home to the Florida Grand Opera, Miami City Ballet and the New World Symphony, the Arsht Center offers amazing views of Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline. Visit
www.arshtcenter.org for a schedule of events and more info.
[Top] Everglades National Park.
The Everglades National Park immerses visitors in southwest Florida’s natural splendor. The West Indian manatee and American crocodile swim beneath the brackish waters of the Everglade marshlands, and rivers lined with mangrove and cypress trees snake southeast through coastal lowlands and marine estuaries. Created in 1947 to help protect the Everglade’s precious ecosystem, Everglade’s National Park features hundreds of different varieties of fish and plants as well as plenty of trails and campgrounds. Just west of Miami, the Everglades is an easy drive to a nature wonderland found no where else.
Jungle Island.
Jungle Island is an exciting family attraction off the MacArthur Causeway in Miami. Over 1,000 tropical birds, 2,000 varieties of plants and flowers and Hercules the liger (a cross between a tiger and a lion) are all housed in this animal theme park. Jungle island offers world-renowned bird shows and its own private beach, complete with water slides and swim areas. Go to
www.jungleisland.com for tickets and more info.
[Top] Coconut Grove.
Coconut Grove is a magical place that has attracted tycoons, artists, writers, musicians and free spirits since the late 1800's. Wander brick sidewalks with over 100 shops ranging from national brands to eccentric little boutiques you won't find anywhere else, and then dine in one of fifty restaurants located in the Village Center. For more information, visit
www.coconutgrove.com colorful murals to the tantalizing aroma of Cuban coffee, Little Havana is a unique cultural, social and political neighborhood to the west of downtown Miami. The neighborhood grew in the 1960s with the rapid influx of Cuban immigrants. Today, the area boasts vibrant streets, restaurants featuring authentic Cuban cuisine and a wide variety of monuments and cultural activities. Stroll down Calle Ocho and its Walkway to the Stars. Every year Calle Ocho hosts the Calle Ocho street festival as part of Carnival Miami.
Coral Gables Venetian Pool.
Just west of Coconut Grove lies Coral Gables and the intriguing Venetian Pool, a picturesque gem hidden behind tropical trees, plants adn a wrought iron gate. Designed by George Merrick in 1922, the Venetian Pool features over 800,000 gallons of fresh emerald-colored spring water, cascading waterfalls, romantic arching doorways, balconies, walkways and observation towers made from coral rock and brick.
[Top] Little Havana.
With its colorful murals and tantalizing aroma of Cuban coffee, Little Havana is a unique cultural, social and political neighborhood to the west of downtown Miami. The area grew in the 1960's with the rapid influx of Cuban immigrants, and today boasts vibrant streets, restaurants featuring authentic Cuban cuisine, and a wide variety of activities. For an unforgettable cultural experience, stroll down Calle Ocho during the annual street festival that's a highlight of Carnival Miami.
Sun Life Stadium.
Catch all the fast-paced action at Sun Life Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. Home to the Florida Marlins baseball and Miami Dolphins football, Sun Life Stadium is a premier sports and entertainment venue that has hosted numerous Super Bowls and MLB World Series -- including the upcoming 2010 Super Bowl and Pro Bowl. College football fans can watch an Orange Bowl game, hosted annually in this Florida stadium. International soccer, monster truck rallies and trade shows are also hosted at Sun Life Stadium. Visit
www.sunlifestadium.com for schedule of events.
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