Getting around Miami Beach
Walk through some of the city's most popular and iconic landmarks and attractions. Starting at Lincoln Road Mall, a pedestrian-only outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment destination, the route leads towards Collins Park, where you can see the Bass Museum of Art, a contemporary art museum. From there, walk down Collins Ave to see the Art Deco Historic District, a collection of more than 800 architecturally protected buildings in the Art Deco style. Then walk down to the beach and stroll on the famous Miami Beach Boardwalk, where you can see the colourful lifeguard towers and the beautiful beachfront. Next, visit the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, a lush garden featuring tropical plants and trees, a Japanese garden and a butterfly garden. The route continues to the iconic Ocean Drive, known for its art deco architecture, street performers and nightlife. Finally, end the walk at South Pointe Park Pier and Miami Beach Marina, where you can enjoy great views of the ocean and the city skyline.
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Lincoln Road Mall is a pedestrian road running east–west parallel between 16th Street and 17th Street in Miami Beach, Florida, United States. Once completely open to vehicular traffic, it now hosts a pedestrian mall replete with shops, restaurants, galleries, and other businesses between Washington Avenue with a traffic accessible street extending east to the Atlantic Ocean and west to Alton Road with a traffic accessible street extending to Biscayne Bay. — Wikipedia
The Miami Beach Botanical Garden is a 2.6 acres (1.1 ha) urban green space in Miami Beach, Florida founded in 1962. It was transformed in 2011 with a $1.2 million landscape renovation designed by South Florida landscape architect Raymond Jungles. The new landscape showcases native Florida plants and trees including bromeliads, palms, cycad, orchids and many others. There is a Japanese garden, native garden and bioswale, and water gardens including ponds, fountains, and a wetland with mangrove and pond apple trees. The renovation also expanded the Great Lawn area for corporate and social events, established a plant nursery and event plaza, and enhanced the night-time lights, entrance gate, and pathways. — Wikipedia
The Bass Museum of Art is a contemporary art museum located in Miami Beach, Florida. The Bass Museum of Art was founded in 1963 and opened in 1964. — Wikipedia
The Miami Beach Boardwalk is a paved pathway along the Atlantic Ocean shoreline in Miami Beach, Florida. It stretches for 2.5 miles and features a variety of shops, restaurants, hotels, and recreational facilities. It is a popular spot for locals and tourists to walk, jog, bike, or rollerblade, as well as for people-watching and enjoying the ocean views. It is also home to several street performers, vendors, and other entertainment.
The Art Deco Welcome Center is a visitor center located in the heart of the Art Deco Historic District in Miami Beach, Florida. The center offers information and tours on the history and architecture of the Art Deco style, which was popular in the 1920's and 1930's and is characterized by its bold geometric shapes, bright colors, and nautical motifs. The center also offers walking tours of the district, which is home to more than 800 preserved Art Deco buildings. Visitors can learn about the history, architecture, and restoration of the buildings and the people who lived and worked in them. The Welcome Center also features an Art Deco museum that showcases that era's Art Deco architecture and furniture.
Ocean Drive is a street in the South Beach neighborhood of Miami Beach, Florida. It is known for its Art Deco architecture, as well as its vibrant nightlife and dining scene. The street runs parallel to the Atlantic Ocean, and many buildings along Ocean Drive have ocean views. The road is also home to several famous hotels and resorts, such as the Fontainebleau Miami Beach and the Clevelander South Beach Hotel and Bar. It is a popular spot for tourists and locals alike and is known for its lively atmosphere and excellent people-watching opportunities. Additionally, it's a popular place for car shows, festivals, and other events.
South Pointe Park is a 17-acre public park located at the southern tip of Miami Beach, Florida. It is known for its scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Miami skyline and recreational facilities. The park features a large playground, a fishing pier, a beach volleyball court, and a dog park. One of the park's main attractions is the South Pointe Park Pier, a popular spot for fishing and sightseeing. The pier is about 560 ft long and offers excellent views of the ocean, the beach, and the skyline of Miami. It also provides a variety of food and drink options. The park also has a small beach, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying the warm weather.
Miami Beach Marina is a large marina located on the western side of the island of Miami Beach, Florida. It is situated on the Indian Creek Waterway and offers a variety of boating and water sports activities. The Marina has over 300 slips, with the ability to accommodate boats up to 100 ft in length. It provides boat owners and visitors with amenities such as a fuel dock, electricity, water, and WiFi. The Marina also offers boat rentals, jet ski rentals, parasailing, and other water sports activities. It is also home to several restaurants and shops, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists.
