5 of the best historical landmarks in Miami

5 of the best historical landmarks in Miami Written by Alex. Published on 5th May, 2016. Category: Travel Guides

If you are going to be visiting Miami and are in need of some inspiration for something to do in your downtime, then this post on 5 of the best historical landmarks in Miami is for you. While the city is rightly viewed as one of the leading holiday spots in the South East of the United States with its stretches of sandy beaches and a vibrant dining and entertainment scene, Miami is also home to some important landmarks. In fact, Miami has many historical landmarks that are worth a visit and in this post we’ll take a look at the five of the most popular choices.

If you’re looking for a bit of culture in your free time during your time there, here are 5 of the best historical landmarks in Miami:

1. Vizcaya Museum

With an estimated number of visitors that reaches to almost 200 000, the Vizcaya Museum is one of the best places to find some of the world’s important works of art. The Museum is a designated National Historical Landmark that began life as an opulent home for James Deering, a man who was the most prominent leader in the agricultural equipment industry at the time. The mansion is now a Museum specialising in art and boasts works from all around the world that span over thousands of years.

Vizcaya Museum is also home to a wonderful collection of orchids and mazes that are a must-see for nature lovers.

2. Freedom Tower

Miami’s history was shaped in part by the Cuban community that moved to the city and started a new life in the United States; to many of them the Freedom Tower is a symbol of their freedom. The Tower was added to the registry of historical landmarks in 1979 after it gained historical and cultural significance by being used during the immigration of Cuban refugees between 1962 and 1974. The Freedom Tower remains a landmark of great cultural importance in the city and is well worth a visit.

3. American Airlines Arena

Located in the heart of downtown Miami’s, the American Airlines Arena is an entertainment and sports venue ideal for catching some events while in Miami.

Even if you’re travelling with business class flights to Miami, the arena is home to the Miami Heat basketball team and sports fans may want to watch a home game. The stadium also holds family events, concerts, and theatre shows in its huge Waterfront Theatre.

4. Miami Holocaust Memorial

Erected in honour and remembrance of the millions of Jews who perished in Europe during the Holocaust, this Memorial is a huge sculpture that was erected in Miami’s memorial Park.

The idea of a committee of Holocaust survivors, Holocaust Memorial depicts an outstretched arm with an Auschwitz- tattoo and life-size victims trying to climb up to safety in a moving depiction of that sad part of the world’s history.

5. Little Havana

For a taste of Cuba in the United States, look no further than Little Havana. The area is steeped in the history of its mostly Cuban population and the evidence is on display in the bright colours of its markets and food, as well as the friendliness of the locals. Well worth a visit to experience the Culinary tastes and Culture of Cuba.

If you are going to be spending time in Miami, the above 5 historical landmarks represent a cross section of the city’s cultural heritage and would be the highlight of any visit to the south-eastern area of the U.S.