By: Sarah Finkel By: Sarah Finkel | August 8, 2022 | Lifestyle,
While most of the country revels in summertime glory, Miami doesn’t need July and August for sunshine, warmth, and carefree days. In fact, by the time August rolls around, we’re pretty much done with the outdoors. Being the dynamic city it is, Miami has countless options for indoor, shaded, air-conditioned summer fun. Music to your ears? Us, too. Read on for the ultimate guide on how to brave the August heat.
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While you’re technically venturing outdoors, wading in the fresh waters of the historic Venetian Pool in Coral Gables is as revitalizing as it gets in the thick of August. It used to be a rock quarry and was turned into an 820,000-gallon resort-style lagoon from an underground aquifer in 1924. Complete with waterfalls cascading down coral rock and surrounded by towering palm trees, it’s a sight to be had. Not only does Venetian Pool make for a refreshing swim, but it’s also a historical landmark attributed to its use as an orchestra pit and gathering place for Miami’s elite.
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The Pérez Art Museum is a stunning waterfront structure designed by the renowned Swiss architect firm Herzog & de Meuron. Its permanent collection of 20th- and 21st-century international art is largely shaped by the Latin American experience and works from the Caribbean and African American diasporas, a representation of Miami’s diverse culture. Just as mesmerizing as the exhibits themselves, the 120,000-square-foot interior of the space is its own work of art, highlighted by the iconic hanging gardens. A stroll through this museum will immediately have you feeling like an art intellectual, and the best part is not a single drop of sweat will be produced.
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We can’t think of a better way to escape the sweltering sun than to treat oneself to an afternoon of pampering at the spa—it’s Miami Spa Months in July and August for a reason. The Faena Hotel’s Tierra Santa Healing House is best known for its massive hammam and shaman-developed healing practices, offering the highest-level of luxury spa treatments. Get a 180-minute Yoga & Wet Spa treatment starting at $109 thanks to Miami Spa Months’ discounted rates, or a Sacred Warrior pranic healing and massage combo for $199, instead of the usual $300. This deal doesn’t last forever, so hurry on over.
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Movie-going is a summertime classic, especially when the temperatures are borderline unbearable. Think an air-conditioned sanctuary, enhanced by a buttery popcorn aroma. However, the Tower Theater is more than just a typical CMX Cinemas, but a historic landmark dating back to 1926, when it served as a cultural hub for Cuban families familiarizing themselves with American society. Now it features subtitled international films in both English and Spanish and continues to thrives in its Little Havana location, with the help of Miami Dade College.
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Retail therapy is best enjoyed at Brickell City Centre, the four-story open-air shopping mall comprised of luxury brands such as Intermix and Elie Tahari. The prized possession is none other than Saks Fifth Avenue, a shopaholic favorite for its hub of high-end designer items—and you can be sure its air-conditioning will be on full blast. Its industrial design harmoniously blends into the sleek Brickell aesthetic, which means palm trees mixed with large glass structures. Grab a bite at bustling Italian food hall Casa Tua Cucina if all that shopping has worked up your appetite.
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Fond childhood memories of rainy Saturdays spent bowling are enlivened at The Miami Beach EDITION’s underground playground, Basement. Bounce from the four-lane bowling alley illuminated by LED screen displays and interactive neon lighting to the 2,000-square-foot indoor ice-skating rink. And if dancing is on your mind, end up at the “micro-club” featuring a Studio 54 replication. Indoor entertainment doesn’t get more exciting than this.
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