At a glance
- Top four: Art Deco district, Wynwood Walls, Calle Ocho, Vizcaya
- Free: Art Deco district, Calle Ocho, Wynwood street murals, PAMM on Thursday evenings
- Heads-up: Vizcaya is closed Tuesdays; PAMM is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- Miami Seaquarium closed in October 2025
The top Miami attractions are the Art Deco Historic District in South Beach, Wynwood Walls, Calle Ocho in Little Havana and Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, with PAMM, Frost Science and Zoo Miami close behind. Two of the big four are free to explore, so a full sightseeing day here does not have to be expensive.
Use the table to see where each attraction is, what it costs and how long to allow, then follow the links to our full guides.
What are the top attractions in Miami?
If you only see four things, make them the Art Deco district, Wynwood Walls, Calle Ocho and Vizcaya. Between them they cover Miami's architecture, street art, Cuban culture and Gilded Age history, and they sit in four different neighborhoods, which makes them a natural two-day plan.
| Attraction | Area | Typical ticket (checked Oct 2026) | Time needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art Deco Historic District | South Beach | Free to walk; guided tour $35 ($30 reduced rate) | 1.5 to 2 hours |
| Wynwood Walls | Wynwood | Adults $12, ages 13 to 17 $5, 12 and under free | 1 hour, plus time for nearby murals |
| Calle Ocho | Little Havana | Free | 2 to 3 hours with lunch |
| Vizcaya Museum and Gardens | Coconut Grove | Adults about $20 (reduced during restoration), ages 6 to 12 $10 | 2 to 3 hours; closed Tuesdays |
| Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) | Downtown | Adults $18; free Thursdays after 5 p.m. | 1.5 to 2 hours; closed Tue and Wed |
| Frost Science Museum | Downtown | Adults from $29.95, ages 4 to 11 from $24.95 | 3 hours |
| Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden | Coral Gables | Adults $24.95 to $32.95 | 2 to 3 hours |
| Zoo Miami | South Miami-Dade | Adults about $27, children 3 to 12 about $23 online | Half a day |
Prices change often and several venues charge less online, so treat these as a guide and book direct where you can.
Which Miami attractions are free?
The Art Deco district and Calle Ocho are free to explore on foot, as are the murals on the streets around Wynwood Walls. PAMM is free on Thursday evenings after 5 p.m., and Bayfront Park and South Pointe Park cost nothing to enter.
How do you plan a sightseeing day in Miami?
Pair attractions that are near each other. PAMM and Frost Science sit side by side on Biscayne Boulevard, so one morning covers both. Wynwood Walls opens at 10:30 a.m. and is easy to combine with lunch in the neighborhood. Vizcaya works well with an afternoon in Coconut Grove, and the Art Deco walking tour starts from the Art Deco Welcome Center at 1001 Ocean Drive, steps from the beach.
Little Havana is best in the late morning or early evening, when Domino Park is busy and the cafes along SW 8th Street are open. A guided food tour is an easy way to see it if you are short on time.
Is Miami Seaquarium still open?
No. Miami Seaquarium on Virginia Key closed in October 2025 after about 70 years. For marine life, consider Biscayne National Park or a snorkeling or boat tour instead.
See our things to do overview for beaches, parks and nightlife, or browse tours that bundle several sights.
In this guide
Art Deco Historic District
South Beach's mile-square Art Deco district is free to explore on foot. Here is how to read the buildings, a self-guided route and when a guided tour is worth …
Calle Ocho
Calle Ocho, SW 8th Street, is the main street of Little Havana. Here is what to see on the short walkable stretch, where to drink cafecito and when to time you…
Tours worth booking nearby
Fly South Beach Via Flysobe Parasail
Parasail over South Beach from the historic Miami Beach Marina. Tax not included; call for details.
Food Tour of Miami's South Beach
A three-hour food walk through local South Beach spots, with alcoholic drinks included.
South Beach Segway Tour
An hour on a Segway past the Art Deco streets and Ocean Drive, with training first. Meets on 14th Street.
Questions
What is Miami's most famous attraction?
The Art Deco Historic District in South Beach, especially the stretch of Ocean Drive facing Lummus Park. It is free to walk around at any time.
How much are Wynwood Walls tickets?
$12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $5 for ages 13 to 17 and free for children 12 and under. It opens daily from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
How much does Vizcaya cost?
About $20 for adults and $10 for children 6 to 12, a reduced rate while restoration work continues. It is open 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., closed Tuesdays.
Is the Miami Seaquarium open?
No. It closed in October 2025.
What attractions are free in Miami?
The Art Deco district, Calle Ocho, Wynwood's street murals, Bayfront Park and South Pointe Park are free. PAMM is free on Thursdays after 5 p.m.
Sources we checked
- Vizcaya Museum and Gardens: Welcome
- Wynwood Walls: Tickets & Admission
- Pérez Art Museum Miami: Visit
- Frost Science: Plan Your Day
- Miami Design Preservation League: Tours
- WUSF: Miami Seaquarium shuts down
Hours, prices and rules change. Check the official site before you go, and tell us if something here is out of date.
