Taking on Miami in one weekend can seem
like a gargantuan task. Visiting the most popular and well-known places is an
easy solution, but you can end up spending hours trailing through lines or
maneuvering through crowds just to do the one thing you sought out to do.
Thankfully, Miami is an ever-growing city and there is plenty to do outside the
expected all you need is a little city guidance.
Best
Places to Eat
Miami is famous for its Latin cuisine,
but many tourists are quick to flock to the Cuban offerings in the different
parts of the city's expansive neighborhoods. From Hialeah to Miami Beach, it is
all too easy for visitors to choose one of the plethoras of Cuban restaurants
and feel as though they've gotten all of what Miami has to offer, but this is
entirely not the case.
Miami has an array of Latin cuisine
options located throughout its neighborhoods. Some notable ones include:
●
Sabor Venezolano: A Venezuelan
restaurant tucked away in a strip mall in Doral—affectionately known by locals
as Doralzuela—this place is as authentic as it gets. You can sample anything
from full platter meals such as the national dish Pabellon or try a smattering of appetizers such as tequeños or empanadas.
●
Divino Ceviche: Peruvian
cuisine is seeing more and more interest from local tourism and that is all due
to its rich history and abundance of fusion elements. Try the famed ceviche
with a side of complimentary sweet potato chips or dive into the delicious
world of Peruvian Chinese food.
●
Madroño Restaurant: Another
population making its impact on Miami cuisine is the Nicaraguans. Nicaraguan
food is as diverse as it is tasty, so you can try anything from the street food
favorite Vigoron to the hearty Churrasco.
Prices
to Expect
There is an assumption that all of Miami
is expensive, but this is entirely not true. The fact of the matter is that the
closer you get to Miami Beach, with all of its high-end offerings, the more
expensive things are. Proximity to the beach is a highly-sought after commodity
and there is a steep price to pay for it. Anything from hotels to drinks at a
bar is going to be significantly more expensive the closer they are to the
beach. If you are more flexible in your travel plans, consider staying further
inland for more affordable accommodations.
Activities
to Try
Many of the popular tourist places in
Miami are also some of the most overcrowded. To avoid the crowds and still have
a great time, opt for these alternatives.
●
Wynwood Farmer's Market: Located in
the beautiful art district of Wynwood, the Wynwood Farmer's Market is a small,
organic market that caters to local business as well as alternative, healthier
food options. You can shop for produce and try handmade kombucha all while
getting your steps in.
●
Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science: This is a
fairly new addition to the Miami hotspots, but it is quickly making an impact.
The Museum is home to an aquarium as well as a laser lights show and multiple
floors filled with scientific exploration.
●
CityPlace Doral: Forego the Dolphin or
Aventura Malls and their bustling crowds for this small up-and-comer. CityPlace
offers a movie theater with a full bar, a variety of restaurants, and little
boutiques to delight and surprise. CityPlace also has frequent activities from
Ladies' Night to small concerts on its main rotunda. Visit the website to see
what they are doing now.
This is only a small chunk of the things
that there are to do in Miami. Take this one weekend as a reconnaissance
mission, then come back to visit the places you've missed. Wherever you choose
to go, Miami will surely deliver an experience to remember.
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