During my previous two visits to Miami, I'm not sure why I never made it here. While researching…read morenew places for this trip, the moment I saw a picture of Wynwood Walls, I knew I had to experience it in person. It is a world-renowned outdoor museum featuring, massive, constantly rotating, and vibrant street art from global artists. Founded in 2009, this walkable, family-friendly destination is surrounded by over 70 art galleries, boutiques, and cafes in the Wynwood Arts District. Wynwood is the street art district of Miami and possibly the most colourful neighbourhood in the world. Every single wall is a new experience. The talent, the detail and the bright, bold colors - amazing! Wynwood is a neighborhood just north of Downtown Miami and in between the two freeway bridges to South Beach. It was an industrial area for years, but developers revamped the place and now the warehouse buildings draw tourists in from all over the world to see the beautiful art. It was previously known as Little San Juan (El Barrio) because many people from Puerto Rico lived there, but since the area has been gentrified, it is less so. Parking: my suggestion, Park at 'Artem Apartments Garage/ Premium Parking - P2515' and walk 10 minutes.

When visiting Miami this area is definitely worth adding to your list. It's literally a graffiti…read morefilled street art open air gallery filled with colorful, creative works on every corner and alleyway. They're plenty of eateries and shops to step inside and cool off and recharge along the way. You can easily spend half and day just taking it all in. They also offer guided tours but we chose to experience it at our pace. If staying downtown or just passing through this would defined be a must do to get a glimpse of the Miami culture, food and vibe. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip.

Cool urban development!! There was a nice path to walk our dog with city and water views. Urban…read morelandscaping in Miami is always nice. Lots of joggers and people getting exercise in, walking, running errands getting coffee.

hadn't been to the part of the underline that extends into brickell until now and it is great…read more.. plenty of running, walk, and bike paths. seated areas, a basketball park, gardens, as well as a playground, and murals. Its a perfect community meeting space and really wish i knew about it sooner. Today i had a chance to attend the monthly family day activation with food, music and activity tents geared towards the entire family. what's really cool is that they have plans to further extend and enhance it. definitely a great addition on my things to do list.

I always love discovering public art pieces. Since its inception in 1973, Miami-Dade Art in Public…read morePlaces has commissioned works of public art for civic spaces. Works are chosen that celebrate the diversity of the community and which capture the uniqueness of Miami-Dade County. There are more than 1,000 works of art in the collection by local and world wide artists. I discovered this piece in historic Overtown in front of the Culmer Place Community Center. Play Forms (1977) is three concrete painted sculptures by Miami Beach artist Gary Kleiman (1953-2004). Kleiman was diagnosed with diabetes at the age of 6 but he refused to let the disease define him despite diminishing eye sight and only 1/3 vision in one eye. He wrote a poetry book, No Time to Lose and created sculptures. He also counseled young children with diabetes before passing away in 2004. Even though Kleiman is no longer with us, his art and a legacy of advocate work for diabetes lives on.

I was traveling through Wynwood and found Joen and his beetle! Very cool to see. Joen was made…read morein 2019 and has had a rough time here. Worn and loved and tagged in the art district. There was plenty of parking and the Wynwood district is awesome to see all the art murals around. I'm glad I got to visit him.

Traveled with a large group of International students. Spotted the sculpture and stopped to take a…read morephoto. Amazing sculpture.

Were you guilty of walking past? Did you overlook?…read more World-renowned artist Daniel Poppers sculpture called "Lumen" is permanently displayed at the entryway at Society Wynwood. The 30 foot sculpture is covered entirely in cracked tile mosaics. It is located in the heart of Wynwood. Definitely worth of a look. I was sad to see a homeless man napping, but this is a sign of the times. Daniel stated, "This piece is deeply inspired by Wynwood's vibrant history and creative spirit, with organic, vine-like structures symbolizing the hidden energy and resilience beneath the city's surface. The name 'Lumen' reflects those unseen connections--like the internal channels in plants--that are essential yet often overlooked."

I was wandering Wynwood when I couldn't help but notice Lumen, a 30 foot tall public art…read moreinstallation by Daniel Popper. You can find it in front of Society Wynwood, an apartment building. Lumen was unveiled during Miami Art Week on December 4, 2024. I have been a fan of Daniel Popper ever since he created the popular Thrive near the Wharf in downtown Ft. Lauderdale. Popper is a Cape Town artist and sculptor known for his large scaler installations at music festivals like the Electric Daisy carnival and special events. Lumen is Latin for opening. Both the name and vine like like elements on the sculpture are inspired by Wynwood. At night the sculpture comes alive with projection mapping over the cracked tiles covering it. About the piece Popper has said "The word 'lumen' has layers of meaning. In botany, it refers to the cavity within a cell--where life flows, grows, and evolves. In this piece, LUMEN becomes a portal, a symbol of inner space and connection, inviting us to step into new worlds, both within and beyond ourselves. This piece is deeply inspired by Wynwood's vibrant history and creative spirit, with organic, vine-like structures symbolizing the hidden energy and resilience beneath the city's surface. The name 'Lumen' reflects those unseen connections--like the internal channels in plants--that are essential yet often overlooked. By day, the cracked tile mosaic will highlight the handmade quality, while at night, projection mapping will bring it to life, blending traditional craftsmanship with digital innovation. It's an honor to contribute to the artistic legacy of Wynwood, a place that has inspired me and so many others." I love Daniel Popper's work and Wynwood is the perfect setting for this monumental piece.. This sculpture is the perfect backdrop for photos and other peoples artistic expression.

Not a public library. Learned the hard way when I showed up to study and I was turned away because…read more"we are every exclusive". Wasn't even allowed to use the bathroom.

My second home since 2011! Librarians are super friendly,…read morehours are great (except for Sundays) and its usually very quiet so I get a lot accomplished. There are plenty of tables and computers, and just a few weeks ago the first and second floors got a facelift. The first floor alone has literally over 100 large screen desktops and comfy chairs. If you ever get tired or need a change of scenery there's a bustling Starbucks right by the entrance, in the same building. If I'm lacking motivation all I need to do is take a quick glance at the focused students and doctors around me and I'm set for 3 more hours.... and that is the best part of studying here!

I of the Spiral is a mural created in 2022 by artist Viktor El-Saieh. El-Saieh was born in 1988 in…read morePort au Prince, Haiti. He holds a BA in international affairs from the University of Miami and studied painting at the André Pierre studio in Port-au-Prince. His three solo exhibitions were held at Central Fine Gallery, Miami Beach, Ghetto Biennale, Port-au-Prince and the David Castillo Gallery, Miami. His work is part of the collections of the Institute of Contemporary Art and Pérez Art Museums in Miami. He lives and works in Denver. I of the Spiral was commissioned by Miami Worldcenter as part of its 5 million dollar Worldcenter public art program outdoor museum. Miami Worldcenter is a 27 acre, 4 billion dollar mixed use center with retail, luxury condos, hotels, public art and restaurants. It one of the largest private real-estate developments in the United States. The outdoor art museum is overseen by art dealer Jeffrey Deitch and Primary, a Miami-based curatorial collective that focuses on public art. This public art program was unveiled during Miami Art Week and the 20th anniversary of Art Basel Miami Beach. All of the art work chosen by Deitch depicts people so the viewer can relate and connect to the artwork. I of the Spiral features women draped in white dancing around a drum circle in the mangroves. Mermaids wave and manatees swim as stars and leaves swirl through the air and an alligator grins. About this art work, El-Saieh said "I of the Spiral can be understood conceptually through the lens of magic and compositionally through the shape of a spiral. The landscapes and figures represented in this design reflect a tendency toward belief in the supernatural, or the metaphysical, as well as the sometimes chaotic interdependency of forms that exist in this world. A world which is imaginary, but inspired by real life nonetheless. This work also reflects an attempt to map that which appears to be chaotic. But it should only be seen as one point, of many, in the expanse of the spiral. In this sense, the setting and symbols can also be viewed as a portrait of a place - a magical place - at a very specific, yet undefined, moment in time." Miami can always use a little more magic. I love the theme and how the colorful mural brightens up the building facade and the street.

R&R is a mural created in 2022 by artist Nina Chanel Abney, an African American contemporary artist…read moreand painter. Abney was born in Illinois and currently works out of New York. She received an MFA in 2007 from the Chicago Art Institute and the Parsons School of Design. Abney is best known for colorful graphic large-scale paintings. Race, gender, pop culture, homophobia, and politics are common themes in her work. In September 2018, Abney curated a group exhibition highlighting current socio-political issues at the Jeffery Deitch gallery entitled Punch. The exhibition called upon current socio-political issues and featured art by Abney herself and some of her close friends. R&R was commissioned by Miami Worldcenter as part of its 5 million dollar Worldcenter public art program outdoor museum. Miami Worldcenter is a 27 acre, 4 billion dollar mixed use center with retail, luxury condos, hotels, public art and restaurants. It one of the largest private real-estate developments in the United States. The outdoor art museum is overseen by art dealer Jeffrey Deitch and Primary, a Miami-based curatorial collective that focuses on public art. This public art program was unveiled during Miami Art Week and the 20th anniversary of Art Basel Miami Beach. All of the art work chosen by Deitch depicts people so the viewer can relate and connect to the artwork. R&R uses graphic figures, bold color planes, and musical notes inspired by Overtown, a historic Black neighborhood in Miami. Overtown was incorporated as a colored neighborhood in 1896 during segregation. It was the place where Henry Flagler's black railroad workers lived while building the infrastructure of Miami. Overtown is the second oldest neighborhood in Miami. During the 1920's, it was home to D.A. Dorsey, one of the first black millionaires in the south. After WWII it became the epicenter of black culture and was known as the Broadway of the South. Many famous entertainers stayed here when performing in Miami like Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, and Nat King Cole. In the 1950's, the area suffered an economic decline and in the 1960's many residents were displaced by the construction of I-95. R&R is meant to remind people that gentrification has erased the rich cultural heritage of many primarily black neighborhoods. About her mural Abney has said "The impact of gentrification is greatly felt in its tendency to displace and erase the lives and legacies of Black and poor people. Few Black communities have been able to survive the political decisions and economic trends that exploit the cultural desirability of these often (but not always) already disenfranchised neighborhoods. In some cases only remnants of these communities remain, and this is after archival excavation. I created a pictorial language to depict a speculative narrative that investigates community 'renewals' and subsequent removals. The mural location, a tunnel formed by the dark passageway under the building, inspired me to consider the recognition of sacred spaces with story. I hope to spark a dialogue around gentrification and encourage a curiosity amongst viewers to engage with and learn about the previous and adjacent neighborhoods." This is a thought provoking piece and a great addition to the outdoor art museum at Miami Worldcenter.

Took 4 young boys (18 months to 6) to the museum for something new to do. Coming from West Palm,…read morethe Brightline was a great option to get there and is a short walk or car ride away. The primary focus of the museum seemed to be the aquarium. The boys really wanted to see the dinosaurs and the museum houses a small exhibit. there were many options for the kids to interact with throughout the museum and they came away with big smiles. As an adult, I wished the museum were laid out differently to enhance the flow from one exhibit to the next. Easy access both inside and outside. Ramps between floors and elevators made access with wheel chairs and strollers easy. Parking is relatively expensive but leaving the car at home and taking Brightline made that part exciting for the kids and more relaxing for me.

Erika and her colleague, truly made our visit special. She carefully prepared a Starbucks coffee…read morewith oat milk, cinnamon, and sugar-free vanilla, and you could instantly tell how much attention she puts into every detail. Her service was warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly, the kind that turns a simple coffee stop after a nice visit to the museum into a cool experience. Every sip was warming, but what stood out most was Erika's a d her colleague welcoming energy and care. It's a wonderful little add-on to an already fantastic day at the museum with your family, friends and even date. Bonus: they also offer food options like fries, hamburgers, and chicken nuggets, making it a great spot to recharge during your visit. Highly recommended! As well as the planetarium show, it is 100% worth the extra add on to the ticket.

I found my visit to this museum enjoyable. Before I enter the museum to the left there was a…read morelittle green area with some art work. It was a pleasant surprise. I liked the contrast of nature and city. The first art piece I noticed were those big silver balls on the floor. They were beautifully arranged. They reminded me of a childhood game. I wish they had been an interactive piece. The museum had many rooms with beautiful artwork. It had two experiences both very nice. The word Infinite comes to mind when I remember them. I almost missed them. The staff was helpful and friendly. They guided and pointed things out to me. They added to the experience. They seemed knowledgeable and to love their jobs. The museum had a valet parking option. It was $20. I saw some street parking around, not to many spots.

Came with a friend, we needed a budget friendly day out after both losing our jobs . We were able…read moreto actually enter for free as she had an EBT card (what a fun perk for hard times!) they have a scavenger hunt you can play while looking at the art, find all the pieces and mark their location for a free sticker! The exhibits were so cool and they have a few interactive-ish instillations. It wasn't too packed and super blue is across the street for a day fill of art. We didn't try the restaurant but it's for sure on our list for next time !