Downtown Miami’s Pérez Art Museum Miami pairs cutting-edge art with stunning waterfront views. Designed by Swiss firm Herzog & de Meuron, the striking building showcases 20th and 21st century works reflecting Miami’s diverse cultural influences, including Latin America, the Caribbean and the African diaspora. Explore two floors of galleries, then step outside to see hanging gardens and sculptures overlooking Biscayne Bay.

Superblue Miami transforms art into a fully immersive experience across more than 50,000 square feet of interactive installations. Visitors step inside bold environments created by world-renowned artists, from mirrored labyrinths to digital worlds and dramatic light-and-sound displays. Rotating exhibitions keep every visit fresh, while year-round events, a concept store and café round out the experience.

Opened in 2009, Wynwood Walls is Miami’s original street art museum and the centerpiece of the city’s vibrant Wynwood Arts District. Curated by Goldman Global Arts, the outdoor gallery features massive murals created by leading graffiti writers, muralists and contemporary artists from more than 21 countries. With over three million visitors annually, the colorful space showcases bold creativity and remains one of Miami’s most photographed cultural attractions.

Miami Children’s Museum turns learning into hands-on fun with interactive exhibits focused on arts, culture and community. Kids can explore colorful art displays, learn about miniature golf history, try out banking activities or play in a construction zone designed just for little builders. Families are encouraged to imagine, create and discover together. The whimsical Castle of Dreams adds a magical touch, making this a playful destination for curious visitors of all ages.

Located along the waterfront at Maurice A. Ferré Park, the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science is a massive, hands-on museum where you can easily spend a few hours exploring. Walk through a three-story aquarium with everything from Gulf Stream sharks to tiny coral ecosystems, then catch a show at the Frost Planetarium with its huge dome screen and immersive sound. Interactive exhibits cover weather, technology, Florida ecosystems and even how your body and brain work together.

The Institute of Contemporary Art Miami in the Design District showcases thought-provoking modern works through rotating exhibitions and a dynamic permanent collection. Admission is free, and daily tours highlight current special exhibitions and artist insights. Past displays have ranged from fashion-inspired showcases like “From the Heart to the Hands: Dolce & Gabbana” to bold geometric sculptures by Damian Ortega in the outdoor sculpture garden.

Vizcaya Museum & Gardens is one of Miami’s most treasured landmarks where history, art and nature converge. This National Historic Landmark features a Mediterranean-style Main House with 34 rooms of original furnishings and collections spanning from the early 20th century back to ancient Pompeii. Visitors can wander ten acres of elaborate European-inspired gardens modeled after estates in Italy and France or explore the historic Vizcaya Village.

The Museum of Ice Cream is a colorful, interactive attraction where fun and dessert collide. Guests explore playful exhibits like the Hall of Freezers, the vibrant Rainbow Tunnel and carnival-style games throughout the experience. Best of all, visitors can enjoy unlimited ice cream along the way. The visit wouldn’t be complete without diving into the famous sprinkle pool, making it a sweet stop for families, couples and friends.

Paradox Museum invites visitors into a playful world of perception-bending illusions. With more than 70 interactive exhibits, guests can float in the Zero Gravity Room, snap photos inside the warped Ames Room or step into the dazzling Infinity Room filled with mirrors and reflections. Each experience challenges how your brain interprets space and reality, creating a quirky, photo-worthy attraction that’s entertaining for curious visitors of every age.

The Rubell Museum showcases contemporary art inside a repurposed DEA warehouse featuring 36 galleries filled with painting, sculpture, photography, video and installation works. Over the past three decades, the museum has organized more than 50 exhibitions drawn entirely from its impressive collection of emerging and internationally recognized artists. The expansive space also includes a restaurant, bookstore and a courtyard garden planted with species native to South Florida.