By: Robert Lovi By: Robert Lovi | April 18, 2022 | Culture, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Style & Beauty,
Miami is a vibrant city known for its nightlife and glamorous parties. Tourists and locals like to dance their day away in Miami, sipping on the most fabulous cocktails and vibing in fantastic venues. However, the magic of the Magic City doesn't stop at clubbing and parties. You can always indulge in fun activities away from the noise that will make your experience in the city enjoyable.
Here you will find a list of the best non-party experiences in Miami, ranging from relaxation, fashion, food, museum, outdoor activities, volunteering, and more. We guarantee you these experiences will create beautiful memories that you will cherish forever.
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437 Washington Ave / Website
Learning is always fun, especially when it's about learning how to make a fantastic pizza. Fratelli La Bufala, located in Miami Beach's South of Fifth neighborhood, is offering new pizza-making workshops debuting on May 3 that locals and visitors alike will enjoy.
"Let's Dough It" Tuesdays: The restaurant will begin offering workshops on the art of making pizza on the first Tuesday of every month from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for up to 30 customers, starting on May 3. Attendees will learn how to create and stretch their pizza dough with fresh toppings utilizing Neapolitan hand techniques from Fratelli's master pizza maker. The two-hour session, which costs $75+ per person, includes:
Guests will have the chance to increase their beverage experience with a 50% discount on all bottles of wine throughout the class. Upon completion, Guests will officially be labeled pizza pros after studying the art of pizza making and receiving a Certificate of Completion. Visit here for more information or to purchase tickets.
Private Pizza Making Classes: Fratelli La Bufala's pizza-making lessons will be a fantastic hands-on choice for those planning their next private party, networking event, or team-building event. This participatory session, which is available for up to eight guests at the cost of $100+ per ticket, is the ideal group activity to celebrate a special occasion with family, friends, or coworkers. Custom cooking aprons embroidered with each attendee's name are also available for $20 per apron if bought at least seven days before the event. Attendees can boost their pizza-making experience with food and beverage options such as a glass of quality wine, sangria, or spritz for $6 or a bottle of Moet & Chandon Champagne for $135 during the class. Guests can also order others meals like fried calamari for $10 and finger parmigiana for $8 to enjoy throughout the class. For availability, please get in touch with the restaurant.
Guests can return to Fratelli for their next adventure with a 10% discount on their next dine-in after settling down after all the fun (and pizza!). There will also be branded aprons, baseball caps, and t-shirts for sale.
1101 NW 23rd St. / Website
If you want to be transported to world of creativity, look no futher. Superblue, a breakthrough, first-of-its-kind art destination in Miami's Allapattah neighborhood, specializes in large-scale installations offering transforming experiences for visitors of all ages. Superblue Miami, which represents artists working throughout the spectrum of experience art, offers visitors an unrivaled opportunity to be transported to various new worlds in one visit. "Every Wall is a Door", the museum's groundbreaking inaugural exhibition features a unique immersive environment by Es Devlin, a transcendent digital experience by teamLab, and a brilliant light-based Ganzfeld work by James Turrell. A curated shop packed with artist-inspired things, one-of-a-kind event spaces, and an on-site outdoor cafe feature the freshly converted 50,000-square-foot industrial property.
737 Lincoln Road / Website
Following the opening of the first LUMAS gallery in Berlin's iconic Hackescher Market in 2004, many others swiftly followed. LUMAS now has 25 galleries in locations worldwide, including Miami, New York, Paris, London, and Melbourne, and is committed to making art more accessible to all. The LUMAS portfolio is displayed as a private collection in rotating shows, giving visitors the impression of being in an art collector's house rather than an impersonal commercial setting, thanks to its creative interior design. The cultural programming is rounded out with gallery events such as book signings, expert presentations, and artist talks, offering visitors a complete view into the global contemporary art scene.
2520 NW 2nd Ave between 25th and 26th St. / Website
As an outdoor museum of worldwide street art, Wynwood Walls was founded in 2009 by the famous Tony Goldman of Goldman Properties and is now directed by GGA CEO and Wynwood Walls Curator Jessica Goldman Srebnick. Wynwood Walls has become a sensation, driving the installation of murals around the Wynwood district, thanks to the first year's program, which featured Kenny Scharf, Futura, Os Gemeos, Swoon, Shepard Fairey, and other prominent innovators in street art. It is now one of the best places in the world to witness renowned street artists' work. The Wynwood Walls, which feature more than 50 colorful, cutting-edge murals made by renowned street artists from Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the United States, attract hundreds of thousands of visitors each year from all over the world. An attraction you can't miss when you are in Miami.
3251 S Miami Ave / Website
Vizcaya was erected between 1914 and 1922 as the winter home of farming industrialist James Deering. One of the best-preserved examples of this era in the United States was when its most successful entrepreneurs built estates inspired by stately European residences. Vizcaya has a Main House with a decorative art collection, 10 acres of formal gardens, a Rockland hammock (native forest), a mangrove shore, and a historic village that is being restored to tell the whole story of Vizcaya and provide additional spaces for programs and community outreach, including those on agriculture. Since its opening to the public in 1953, Vizcaya has served as a community center, attracting 300,000 visitors each year. The Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is a National Historic Landmark that protects cultural and environmental resources to link people with the past, comprehend the present, and shape the future.
8200 NW 27th St. / Website
Mariano Araya, the Executive Chef and Owner is delighted to welcome visitors to his home! This Mediterranean-inspired design represents his particular culinary approach, with a menu that spans his illustrious career and draws inspiration from his favorite dishes. Chef Mariano's appreciation of combining South American and Mediterranean flavors and cooking methods has resulted in a signature style that his customers have grown to recognize and appreciate. General Manager and Sommelier Victor Tapia, who has designed a new and exciting selection of great wines to match Chef Mariano's meals, is in charge of the beverage program at this restaurant. Casa Mariano offers creative wine-based artisan libations in addition to his carefully curated wine portfolio. Casa Mariano is an exquisite, warm, and inviting atmosphere decorated in rich Mediterranean-inspired blues, whites, tans, and browns. Chef Mariano's home is personal and soothing in decor, making it as welcoming as your own.
12400 SW 152nd St. / Website
Zoo Miami is the largest zoo in Florida and the fifth-largest in the United States. The unique environment of South Florida, as the country's only sub-tropical zoo, allows the zoo to care for a diverse range of species from Asia, Australia, Africa, and the Americas, representing a diverse mix of species unlike any other zoo in the country. The animals are divided into groups based on their geographic ranges, with species that coexist happily in the wild being housed in exhibits together at the zoo. The trees, foliage, and even soil at the zoo are all designed to mimic the species' natural environments as nearly as possible—a favorite spot among locals that anybody for a great experience can enjoy.
Multiple Locations / Website
Exhale® spa is a multi-award-winning, globally recognized spa and fitness company with 14 facilities in the United States and Bermuda, including three spas in Miami. After exploring Downtown Miami, head over to the exhale® spa at the Epic Hotel for some needed relaxation. You may participate in various boutique fitness classes or indulge in one of their spa services, including massages, and facials, acupuncture, and manicures. Exhale® spa South Beach at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel offers spa therapy rooms, a Glam+Go blowout bar, a yoga pavilion, steam and whirlpool amenities, and an expansive workout center, a full oceanside paradise. Suppose you find yourself near the Intracoastal Water Way, in that case, exhale® spa Bal Harbour is a stunning waterfront spa and boutique fitness destination located within The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour. This location features a suite of private treatment rooms, saunas, steam rooms, and a full selection of results-oriented spa therapies and fitness programs with a spectacular ocean view.
736 6th St. / Website
On Friday, April 22, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., join the Urbanica Hotel for an Earth Day-themed yoga at Green Monkey Yoga's Miami Beach studio (736 6th Street). Guests are welcome to dance and drink at the Urbanica Fifth Hotel rooftop after the flow class conducted by Parker Sloan, where The Lotus Collective will provide jazzy funk songs. Urbanica will serve a range of light nibbles and cocktails for the evening. Tickets are $35 (food and drinks not included) and can be purchased through Eventbrite. Proceeds from ticket sales will go towards sponsoring a big beach clean-up in Miami Beach.
1101 Biscayne Blvd. / Website
The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, located in Downtown Miami, is a cutting-edge science museum dedicated to sharing the power of science, stimulating curiosity and investigation, and fuelling future innovation. The 250,000-square-foot museum is separated into four unique buildings: the Frost Planetarium, Aquarium, North and West Wings, and the Frost Planetarium. Frost Science allows visitors to immerse themselves in the worlds of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through interactive displays and one-of-a-kind shows. The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, and the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners all fund Frost Science. The Building Better Communities Bond Program and the City of Miami also support this project. The Florida Council on Arts and Culture and the State of Florida's Department of State's Cultural Affairs Division are both sponsors. The American Alliance of Museums has accredited the museum. It is a Smithsonian Institution affiliate and member of the Association of Science and Technology Centers.
347 Don Shula Drive / Website
One of the most anticipated events of the season, on May 8, Miami will host its first Formula One race, which will take place on a circuit that surrounds Hard Rock Stadium. The event promises a unique F1 experience curated for the dearing fans who enjoy luxury and sports. An one-of-a-kind event that locals ansd tourists can't miss. Visit the website for additional information and for tickets.
140 NE 39th St. / Website
The Miami Design District is a one-of-a-kind district that blends high-end shopping, galleries, museums, design boutiques, restaurants, and influential art and design exhibitions in a historically significant setting. Miami Design District Associates, a partnership between Dacra, founded and owned by visionary entrepreneur Craig Robins, and L Catterton Real Estate, a global real estate development and investment fund specializing in creating luxury shopping destinations, owns and operates the Miami Design District. The expansion of the Miami Design District illustrates how Miami is deserving of its place on the global stage as it becomes increasingly acknowledged for its own rich culture. A must-see that offer opportunties for great Instagram photos.
21st- 22nd & Collins, Collins Park / Website
The World Polo League Beach Polo World Cup, held in Miami Beach from April 29 to May 1, is the world's largest and best-known beach polo event. The tournament, which takes place on the beautiful dunes of Miami Beach, comprises eight international teams with participants from over ten countries and over 120 horses. Each day consists of high-goal polo matches on the sand with some of the top players in the world, as well as a series of offsite polo, fashion, and luxury events. The general public gets admitted free, while VIP tickets include shaded lounge spaces, a full bar, and food.
160 NE 40th St. / Website
OTL provides both a quick organic lunch or snack and a community hangout location in the heart of Miami's fashion-leading Design District. The team behind NYC's The Smile, David Grutman's Groot Hospitality, and Craig Robins created OTL, "Out to Lunch." Breakfast and brunch are available, and light meals such as salads and bowls, delectable sandwiches, pastries, and even happy hour. Visitors can either take this high-quality organic cuisine with them on the go or stay and enjoy the bustling destination. The vibrant and Instagrammable facility provides the Design District with a trendy coffee shop that is both comfortable and cultural and a second-floor space that is utilized for a range of programs such as yoga classes, pop-up galleries, panel discussions, and more. OTL has high-speed internet and indoor and outdoor seats, encouraging visitors to think of it as the Design District's creative headquarters.
9420 NW 41st St. / Website
If you are looking to get away from the noise and busyness of fabulous Miami, look no further than in its northern neighbor city of Doral. The award-winning real estate developer Shoma Group recently opened this fresh and new beverage and event destination that offers a wide range of cuisines, including American, Italian, and Asian cuisines. Shoma Bazaar also has a cocktail bar with a diverse drink menu, nightly happy hours, and weekly live music. Here you will find fantastic food spots like BFF: Burger Franks Fries, a brand new original concept led by Prime One Twelve alum Todd Zimmer and John Hart, Vice President of Development and Operations and former Director of Operations for the Prime Restaurant Group, among the over sixteen vendors. A spot worth visiting.
Multiple Locations - Virtual / Website
Besides partying, sports, and beautiful beaches, Miami is also a great place to volunteer and give back to the community. That is why we close this list on non-party experiences with this fantastic organization, where you can participate in-person or virtual events and have a great time. For more information about the organization's programs visit the website and sign up to volunteer. There is always time to give back.
Don't forget to enjoy the city's beautiful beaches and parks.
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