United States Florida Miami Miami Guide Things To Do Essentials Restaurants Where to Stay Neighborhoods Events Getaways All Miami Top Downtown Miami Activities By Renee Chapple Renee Chapple Renee Chapple is a small business owner who writes articles about visiting south Florida. She has been a Miami resident since 2001. TripSavvy's editorial guidelines Updated on 06/26/19 Share Pin Email Downtown Miami is a fascinating place full of vibrancy and interesting activities for local and tourists alike. You'll find a wide variety of museums, stores, restaurants and historic attractions scattered among the banks and businesses of downtown. Are you planning a trip to Miami or looking for some great ways to spend time in your favorite city? Even if you're just in town for a single day before a cruise or have a few hours to kill during a business trip, there's something for you to enjoy in the Magic City of Miami! 01 of 09 Waterfront Walking Tour TripSavvy / Taylor McIntyre One of the features that sets Miami apart from other big cities is the way it integrates itself with the water. To witness this, look no further than the downtown waterfront area. Whether you're interested in history, shopping, art or entertainment, you can't miss this scenic part of town! This Miami Waterfront Walking tour will take you about an hour, provided that you don't take time to stop and smell the roses (which is highly encouraged!) You'll get a flavor of how the Miami waterfront scene has evolved over the years to be one of the showcases of our beautiful city. 02 of 09 Bayside Marketplace TripSavvy / Taylor McIntyre View Map Address 401 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132, USA Get directions Phone +1 305-577-3344 Web Visit website Bayside Marketplace is a great shopping experience for those of us who live and work in downtown Miami. It's conveniently located on Biscayne Boulevard just south of American Airlines Arena and features some fantastic stores! Whether you're looking to shop or just people-watch, Bayside Marketplace is tons of fun. Be forewarned: when cruise ships are in port, foreign tourists often flood Bayside Marketplace, filling up the walkways and shops quickly! 03 of 09 Miami Circle Site TripSavvy / Taylor McIntyre View Map Address Miami, FL 33131, USA Get directions A routine archaeological evaluation of a construction site in 1998 uncovered one of the most surprising discoveries in the history of South Florida. Crews preparing to build a new luxury apartment complex discovered that 401 Brickell Avenue had much more ancient residents than previously believed. 04 of 09 Freedom Tower Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau View Map Address 600 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132, USA Get directions Phone +1 305-237-7700 Web Visit website If you live in Miami, you no doubt know the Freedom Tower’s silhouette. It is a distinctive part of our skyline. Its rich history and symbolism have now been preserved for all to enjoy for many generations to come. Continue to 5 of 9 below. 05 of 09 Miami Science Museum TripSavvy / Taylor McIntyre View Map Address 1101 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132, USA Get directions Phone +1 305-434-9600 Web Visit website Miami Science Museum offers children and adults alike an entertaining, educational experience. It's a great place to visit, whether you're on vacation, a school field trip or a weekend family outing. 06 of 09 Miami Children's Museum Dana Bowden View Map Address 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, FL 33132-1604, USA Get directions Phone +1 305-373-5437 Web Visit website Miami Children’s Museum offers children the opportunity to explore their imaginations through educational play. My three children have been to the museum many times and look forward to each return visit! 07 of 09 Pérez Art Museum Miami TripSavvy / Taylor McIntyre View Map Address 1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132, USA Get directions Phone +1 305-375-3000 Web Visit website Formally known as MAM, The Pérez Art Museum Miami's collections focus on the international art of the western hemisphere from the 1940s through the present and is located in Museum Park. 08 of 09 HistoryMiami TripSavvy / Taylor McIntyre View Map Address 101 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33130, USA Get directions Phone +1 305-375-1492 Web Visit website The Historical Museum of Southern Florida (also known as HistoryMiami), located in the heart of downtown Miami, offers visitors a unique glimpse into the history of our region. The museum features a variety of exhibits covering the cultural, political and natural history of South Florida. Continue to 9 of 9 below. 09 of 09 Downtown Miami's Best Restaurants TripSavvy / Taylor McIntyre No matter what your taste, you're bound to find a great restaurant in Downtown Miami! We've got it all -- Italian, Thai, Cuban, Brazilian, Chinese, or just a good old American steak -- you name it, it's somewhere in our city! Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Share Pin Email Tell us why! Submit