Miami, Florida, has countless of attractions and sights, making it one of the top destinations for travelers. The city of Miami has miles of coastal beaches, a thriving cultural environment, and a rich region of arts and entertainments attractions. Many of the attractions and activities cater to those travelers seeking a healthy and active lifestyle.
Animal Sightings
Miami's warm weather and tropical climate make the city a haven for many different species of animals. Many Miami attractions focus on the animals native to the region, and let travelers tour their natural dwellings. The Miami Everglades 'Alligator Farm' has more than 2,000 alligators and crocodiles call home. The Alligator Farm offers airboat rides across the region as well as hourly wildlife shows where guests can feel the bumpy skin of baby reptiles.
Explore Hisotry
Miami was incorporated to the United States in 1821 and while the city has evolved since, a great deal of the historical sights still remain and are open for tourists to explore and enjoy. The Barnacle Historic State Park is the former home of Commodore Ralph Middleton Munroe and is located along the Biscayne Bay. The house, s a historical landmark, lets visitors explore old Florida and engaging in physical activity by touring the state park or hiking to reach the wildlife observations. The park ranger programs also includes weekly outdoor yoga sessions overlooking the ocean every Wednesday evening.
Diving and Snorkeling
Miami's Department of Environmental Resource Management (DERM) has overseen the development of natural and artificial reefs off the coast of Miami making it a premiere city for travelers interested in engaging in underwater activities. Miami reefs and dive sites include wrecked ships, planes, and army gear which have sunk to the bottom of the ocean and become home to the local sea creatures. Emerald Reef is a shallow water reef off the coast of Miami which supports elkhorn and coral populations as well tropical fish which divers can explore.
Hiking and Biking
Miami state parks offer Miami natives and travelers to the area a wide range of possible ways to enjoy the city. From biking to kayaking, jogging and canoeing, Miami parks offer an outdoor activity for anyone. The Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park is home to the oldest standing structure in Miami (Florida State Parks). The park, which includes a sandy beach where guests can swim and suntan, also has biking trails and kayak rentals. Zones of the park are sectioned off for fishing, and there is an overnight camping and boat docking region for adventurous tourists wishing to spend the night outdoors.
Beaches
The top attraction Miami has to offer is the sandy beaches and year round warm weather. Many beaches offer travelers the chance to engage in physical activity with water sports such a surfing or diving and game courts for volleyball and tennis. The Miami Beach North beach is patrolled by on-site lifeguards and have beach chairs and umbrellas for rent. The beach also has waterfront sports available including a volleyball court as well as water sport rental shop where guests may rent scuba gear or sign up for windsurfing or wake-boarding lessons. Other Miami beaches offer picnic zones, fishing areas, boardwalks and concession stands.
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