Sunny Isles Beach is one of the best locations for sightseeing and recreation in the Miami area. The small cityexc; located just north of Miami Beach, is within easy driving distance of many of South Florida’s most popular attractions.
Condo rentals in Sunny Isles, Florida, are the perfect place from which to enjoy Miami Beach’s South Beach Art Deco Historic District. The iconic neighborhood is just a short trip down Collins Avenue. The Art Deco Historic District offers tours, shopping, dining and numerous special events.
The best place to start a tour of the District is at the Art Deco Welcome Center run by the Miami Design Preservation League (MDPL). The Center at 1001 Ocean Drive (10th & Ocean) in Miami Beach features an Art Deco Museum, a visitor’s center, tours and an Official Art Deco Gift Shop.
Family Fun in Miami and South Florida
There’s lots of family fun in Miami for those with children. Animal lovers will enjoy the Miami Metro Zoo, Jungle Island, the Monkey Jungle, and the Miami Seaquarium. The Miami Children’s Museum boasts lots of great activities for younger children.
For the more adventurous Everglades National Park is located in Homestead Florida. Another fun day’s outing is Florida Seminole Tourism located in Hollywood; which offers airboat tours of the Everglades.
Another great place for family fun that’s a short trip from our apartment rentals in Sunny Isles, Florida, is Oleta River State Park in North Miami Beach. Oleta River features miles of off-road bicycling trails, kayaking and canoeing in the Mangroves preserves, picnic pavilions, saltwater fishing and a 1,200 foot sandy beach. Kayak, bicycle and canoe rentals are available.
Museums in South Florida
Many people do not realize it but Miami is actually a great town for museums. Some of the premier destinations in the area include:
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The Miami Children’s Museum at 980 McArthur Causeway, Miami, FL 33132.
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The Dezer Collection Car Museum at 2000 NE 146th Street, North Miami, FL 33181.
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The Art Deco Museum at 1001 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL, 33139.
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The Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum; operated by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, at 34725 West Boundary Road, Clewiston FL 33440.
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The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science at 1101 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132.
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The Miami Seaquarium at 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami, FL 33149.
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The Miami Science Planetarium at 3280 South Miami Avenue, Miami, FL, 33129.
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Vizcaya Museum & Gardens at 3251 South Miami Avenue, Miami FL 33129.
Sports and Music in Miami
Miami is also a great place for sports and music fans. The city has several pro teams and hosts quite a few world class sporting and musical events. Some of the best include:
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Hard Rock Stadium; home of the NFL’s Miami Dolphins, also hosts Champions Cup Soccer, and major musical acts such as Metallica and Cold Play. Check the stadium’s website for a full list of coming attractions. Dolphins’ tickets might be available through Ticketmaster.
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Fans can attend both games and practices of the Miami Heat at the American Airlines Arena. See the team’s website for details.
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The American Airlines Arena is home to the Miami Heat and host to lots of top musical talent and events. Major acts coming this summer include; Paul McCartney, Cirque de Soleil Ovo and Roger Waters. The Arena hosts movie nights in its’ Infinity East Plaza. For full details check its’ website.
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The Miami Marlins play Major League Baseball at Marlins Park at 501 Marlins Way, Miami FL 33125. Check the team’s website for the schedule and ticket information. Marlins Park is scheduled to host the 88th annual MLB All Star Game this summer.
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The Homestead-Miami Speedway is home to the conclusion of the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series; the Ford Ecosboast 400. Tickets are available here.
Make Miami Your Home
As you can see there is lots of great stuff to do in Miami. If you want to make Miami your home we have a tremendous deal for you.
Our condo in 700 Winston Towers at 290 174th Street in Sunny Isles Beach is available for a six month lease. This is a great first floor unit that’s within walking distance of the beach. It features two full bathrooms, two bedrooms, a washer and dryer, a parking slot and lots of room with 1500 square feet.
This unit would be the perfect home base for your exploration of South Florida.