Tours to Miami
Located on the southeastern tip of Florida , Miami is a tropical resort destination. White sandy beaches combined with the warm Gulf Stream water make Miami an ideal location to relax and enjoy the sun and there's no better place than in front of one of the numerous hotels that line the shore.
Beyond the sun, surf, and sand, Miami has a rich cultural and economic history. Originally a town of orange groves, Miami has grown to become a popular beach resort, an international banking center, and a culturally rich and diverse city. Home to many Latin American banks and Spanish-language media organizations, Miami has a colorful Latin American feel and over 50 percent of the city's population is Spanish speaking.
Miami is full of attractions. From world-famous Art Deco architecture to renowned nightclubs and designer fashions, Miami has so much to offer. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a compulsive shopper, or a sun worshipper, you'll find plenty of options in Miami .
Attractions:
South Beach Sunny weather, warm turquoise water, and glistening white sand make South Beach one of the top attractions in Miami . You can take a dip in the warm water or just sit back, relax, and enjoy the sun. Don't miss the chance to enjoy a drink or meal at one of the great Ocean Drive cafes or take a walk along the concrete promenade.
Little Havana boasts a vibrant Hispanic culture that can be seen in colorful murals, monuments to Latino heroes, elderly men playing dominoes, and cigar rollers deeply at work amidst the neighborhood's ever-present aroma of Cuban coffee. These scenes of daily life in Little Havana, Miami play out amidst a backdrop of pulsating music, colorful storefronts, unique art galleries, and restaurants.
Art Deco District Miami Beach contains one of the largest concentrations of Art Deco architecture in the world. As you stroll down the streets you'll see the world famous Art Deco buildings with their vibrant colors and streamline decorations. These resorts were built during the 1920s and 1930s when Miami was emerging as the United States ' tropical playground.
Miami Seaquarium is a 38-acre tropical paradise where dolphins walk on water and killer whales fly through the air against the backdrop of the Miami skyline. Here, sea lions delight children of all ages and endangered sea turtles and manatees find a safe haven. It is the longest operating oceanarium in the United States . In addition to the marine mammals, the Miami Seaquarium also houses various fish, sharks, sea turtles, birds, reptiles and manatees.
Everglades National Park is the largest remaining subtropical wilderness in the United States , and a veritable zoo of endangered, rare, and exotic species. A world heritage site, these simple, uncluttered wetlands allow ideal sightings of animals. Against the muted green and brown tones of the freshwater prairies, you can't miss the bright whites of great egrets or white ibis. Likewise, the calm, still water amplifies the discordant ripples that signal the movement of alligators.
El Credito Cigar Factory . Here you can enjoy handmade cigars in the comfort of lounge chairs or witness Cuban cigar rollers skillfully create these masterpieces. El Credito Cigar Factory invites cigar aficionados and novices alike to experience the rich, flavorful, full-bodied taste of the premium handmade cigars rolled in an on-site factory.
Holocaust Memorial
This stunning memorial designed by Kenneth Treister was conceived by a group of Holocaust survivors. The most prominent feature of the memorial is a 40 foot hand that stretches up towards the sky from a base made up of individual statues of holocaust victims.
Amsterdam Palace Versace Mansion
This Italianate mansion, built in 1930, is the spot where Gianni Versace was murdered in 1997. Once Versace's home, the mansion has since been converted into a private club and hotel, and of coarse, a popular spot for photographs.
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
This 50-acre estate built by agriculturalist James Deering in 1916, features a European-style mansion and beautiful formal gardens, providing visitors an idea of the earlier elegance of South Florida .
Miami Sightseeing Cruise
A sightseeing cruise around Biscayne Bay is one of the most popular activities for visitors to Miami . These cruises allow you to see the Miami Skyline, Fisher Island , Brickell Key and Millionaire's Row, where you'll see the incredible homes of the rich and famous.
Monkey Jungle
This wildlife habitat gives visitors a unique perspective of monkeys. Instead of being locked in cages, the monkeys roam freely about the park, while visitors can watch them from caged pathways as they scamper around, swing from trees, and interact with one another.
Jungle Island
Only a few minutes from downtown Miami , Jungle Island is a world apart. Here visitors can spend an exciting day outdoors and see hundreds of exotic birds and animals up close. The animals here include penguins, parrots, flamingos, orangutans, crocodiles, tigers, and many others.
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