1103 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL

Visit these top 10 museums to get the full scope of Miami's rich history and explore the arts and culture of Greater Miami & Miami Beach.

1103 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL

Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) focuses on modern and contemporary art from the U.S. Latino experience, the African diaspora, Latin America and the Caribbean. Explore their collection, then enjoy a light lunch in the museum's waterfront cafe, Verde.

61 NE 41st St
Miami, FL

If you're looking for free attractions in Miami, add ICA to your list. This contemporary art museum highlights up-and-coming and under-recognized artists. You can also reserve a spot for the guided tour that takes place daily at 1PM.

3251 S Miami Ave
Miami, FL

Modeled after grand 18th-century Venetian villas, Vizcaya was a private waterfront estate built in the early 20th century. Today you can take a guided tour of the main house and the formal gardens. The museum also offers an audio tour with five different language options.

1101 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL

The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science houses an aquarium and a planetarium. For an up-close experience with aquatic life, visit the Gulf Stream Aquarium, a 500,000-gallon tank. Then head to the planetarium for a journey to the stars.

2100 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL

Exhibitions at The Bass focus on international contemporary art, mirroring the diverse culture and character of Miami Beach. The art museum includes a variety of disciplines including design, fashion, and architecture. On the last Sunday of every month, enjoy free admission for all ages.

536 Lincoln Rd
Miami Beach, FL

You want to keep your phone handy for this unique experience. Photography is encouraged at the Museum of Illusions, which houses a collection of 40+ interactive, artist-created 3D installations. For a very satisfying immersive experience, you can also visit the "Smash It!" room and make a mess in a safe space.

1001 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, FL

The Wolfsonian has a fascinating collection of more than 200,000 objects from a peak period of innovation and change, 1850 to 1950. The museum explores the history of our growth as an advanced society and the role of art and design.

101 W Flagler St
Miami, FL

This Smithsonian affiliate features over 37,000 artifacts and fosters education through exhibits, workshops, and special programming like guided city tours. Start with their permanent exhibit, Tropical Dreams: A People's History of South Florida.

28655 S Dixie Hwy
Homestead, FL

The Coral Castle Museum is a preserved 1,100-ton limestone structure built single-handedly by one man. The castle dates back to somewhere between 1923 and 1951, and today you can admire its unique architecture and explore the sculpture garden.

301 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, FL

This history museum is housed in two restored former synagogues and features over 100,000 items that tell the story of Florida's Jewish history. FIU also hosts exhibitions and offers special events such as presentations and film screenings.