Vizcaya means many things to many people. What will it mean to you?

With its phenomenal human-made and natural resources, Vizcaya was built in the 1910's, a decade in which Gilded Age cultural standards were enlivened by the irreverent spirit of the dawning Jazz Age. It also introduces visitors to Miami’s place in this history—a time when America’s wealthiest industrialists created lavish homes inspired by the palaces of Europe.


In addition, Vizcaya is a lens through which to learn about art, interior design, architecture, landscape design, horticulture, and the environment, as well as the role of internationalism in the history of the United States and Miami.

What Is Vizcaya?


Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is a Miami-Dade County facility that is accredited by the American Association of Museums and distinguished as a United States National Historic Landmark. Vizcaya serves approximately 174,000 local residents and tourists annually. It is open to the public every day except Tuesdays, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day and offers guided tours in English and Spanish.

For decades, Vizcaya has been a diplomatic seat of Miami-Dade County, having hosted some of the world’s most renowned dignitaries—such as Queen Elizabeth II, Pope John Paul II, President Ronald Reagan, and King Juan Carlos I and Queen Sofia of Spain—and major international events—such as the Summit of the Americas, the signing of the Free Trade Agreement, and activities associated with Art Basel.

Miami International Airport (MIA) is operated by the Miami-Dade Aviation Department and is the property of Miami-Dade County government. Founded in 1928, MIA is the largest U.S. gateway for Latin America and the Caribbean and is one of the leading international passenger and freight airports in the world. Located on 3,230 acres of land near downtown Miami, MIA's terminal is being expanded to more than seven million square feet through a capital improvement program scheduled for completion in the summer of 2012.

Nonstop flights to 65 U.S. and 36 international cities.
International service to Canada, the Bahamas, the Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Over 12,000 parking spaces just minutes from the terminals.
For cruise passengers, a short two mile ride to Port Everglades. Even the Port of Miami is less than an hour away.
An onsite Rental Car Center (RCC) offers 12 car rental companies and more than 5,400 rental cars. The RCC is a short walk from Terminal 1 or you can take a shuttle ride from the other terminals.

Sawgrass Mills is the sixth largest mall in the United States, and the second largest in Florida. The mall opened in 1990 and has gone through expansion three times since then, most recently in 2006. There are over 300 retail outlets and name brand discounters, with a number of flag ship stores including Off 5th, J.C. Penney Outlet, and Super Target.

Sawgrass Mills is separated into three different sections to make it easier for shoppers to find what they want. The mall itself contains four "Avenue" sections. The "Oasis" is an outdoor component open since 1999 with popular attractions like Regal 23 Cinemas, and large retail stores like Ron John Surf Shop and Nordstrom Rack. The "Colonnade Outlets at Sawgrass" opened in 2006 as an upscale lifestyle area with shops and restaurants, anchored by Last Call! Neiman Marcus. Additionally, there are numerous "outparcel" stores and plazas.

Las Olas Boulevard has always been Fort Lauderdale’s most charming thoroughfare.
Las Olas is at the forefront of everything from fashion boutiques and art galleries,
to memorable restaurants, sidewalk cafes and bars. Dining on Las Olas is a pleasure - eat by the water at one of our riverfront restaurants.

If you love Las Olas, you're in good company.

Running almost parallel to Fort Lauderdale’s New River on its way to the Atlantic Ocean,
Las Olas is a broad avenue divided by a wide landscaped median of flowers and towering shade trees. Over the river at the east end of the tree lined median, in the Colee Hammock locale, are more shops, restaurants, and stores too unique to describe … all worth exploring!
From Las Olas you can walk to the beach, where Las Olas meets the ocean.

A few minutes from most hotels and easily accessible by water taxi or land taxi,
Las Olas is a lively, pulsating, world class boulevard. Night or day, Las Olas is the place to be.

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is South Florida’s top tropical destination to ante up and double down. Located between the miles of blue wave beaches of Greater Fort Lauderdale and the sexy cosmopolitan metropolis of Miami, the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll continually pulsates throughout the veins of this vacation hotspot.

Nearly 100 tables offer Blackjack, Baccarat, Mini-Baccarat, Pai Gow Poker, Three Card Poker, Texas Hold’em Bonus Poker, Casino War and Let it Ride on a nearly three-acre casino floor. Additionally, 2,500 slots include the Native-American Casino linked Multi-Area Progressive Jackpots and Mega Jackpots.

Seminole Paradise fuses the best of every cutting-edge party scene into one electrifying and singular setting. With 12 distinct experiences situated side-by-side and regular appearances from celebrities and international DJs, we set the standard for the ultimate nightlife experience in the Greater Fort Lauderdale / Miami area. Find what suits you – the chic sophistication of Bongos Sky Lounge; the sexy, South Beach ambiance of Passion Nightclub; or the friendly pub scene of Murphy’s Law, your evening out at South Florida’s most exhilarating nightlife district will be unforgettable.

The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood experience is whatever you want to make of it -- or want us to make of it for you. Whether you're ready to win big in the casino, enjoy the afternoon shopping at your favorite retailers or take a walk through rock ‘n’ roll history while admiring the memorabilia that covers our walls, our highly attentive team is here to make your experience everything you want it to be… and more. So don't settle for just any Hollywood hotel; give yourself the full rock star treatment at the unique Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla.

Miami’s AmericanAirlines Arena is an international, versatile venue in a vibrant waterfront setting that showcases world-class and sophisticated events. Located in Downtown Miami on the waterfront of Biscayne Bay, the Arena is positioned between the skyline of the city, the beautiful beaches and the nightlife of South Beach.

Built with state-of-the-art sound and lighting and HD and electronic media signage inside and out, the impressive 19,600-seat AmericanAirlines Arena ranks among the nation’s top 10 veneues annually for total ticket sales and among the top 5 for Latin entertainment. The arena has hosted diverse musical superstars such as U2, Madonna, Cher, Gloria Estefan, Luis Miguel, the Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band,Marc Anthony, Phish, Justin Bieber, Sade, Lady Gaga, Usher, Shakira, Paul McCartney, Black Eyed Peas, Jay Z, and Alicia Keys just to name a few.

In addition to being a great concert venue, the Arena has proven itself as South Florida’s number one sports and entertainment destination. Not just the home of the Miami HEAT, the Arena has held championship boxing, wrestling, mix martial arts, NCAA College basketball, tennis and gymnastics, and has been the venue of choice for family shows like the Harlem Globetrotters, Disney On Ice, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, The Wiggles, Sesame Street, Yo Gabba Gabba and more.

The future home of the Marlins will be a first-class baseball stadium that will be owned by Miami-Dade County. It will be constructed on approximately 17 acres of the historic 42-acre Orange Bowl site in the Little Havana section of Miami. The ballpark will have a retractable roof, a natural grass playing field and 37,000 seats.

Rarely have the words ballpark and intimacy blended so well together. Seats in the New Marlins Ballpark are among the closest to the playing field in all of baseball. Every seat has been placed with only one thing in mind - to provide you with the ultimate fan experience. You will always be comfortable, cool and close to all the action and excitement.

The ballpark will feature an open 360-degree Promenade Level, giving fans a live view of the playing field no matter where they are. The Taste of Miami concession stands will provide diverse and tasty culinary delights, and will be located in left field next to our signature bar looking out at Miami's skyline.

Sun Life Stadium is an American football stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, a suburb of Miami. It is the home stadium of the Miami Dolphins National Football League team, and the University of Miami Hurricanes football team. It also hosts the Orange Bowl, an annual college football bowl game. It was the home to the Florida Marlins baseball team from 1993-2011. Originally named Joe Robbie Stadium, it has also been known as Pro Player Park, Pro Player Stadium, Dolphin Stadium, Dolphins Stadium, and Land Shark Stadium.

Since its construction, the stadium has hosted five Super Bowls (XXIII, XXIX, XXXIII, XLI and XLIV), two World Series (1997 and 2003), and three BCS National Championship Games (2001, 2005, 2009). The stadium served as host for the second round of the 2009 World Baseball Classic, and hosted the 2010 Pro Bowl.[6] It also will be the site for WrestleMania XXVIII, the flagship event of the WWE.

Lincoln Road is a pedestrian road running east-west between 16th Street and 17th Street in Miami Beach, Florida, United States. Once open to vehicular traffic, it now hosts a pedestrian row of shops, restaurants, galleries, and other businesses between Washington Avenue and Alton Road.

Lincoln Road features a state-of-the-art multiplex cinema, the architecturally acclaimed 1111 Lincoln Road parking garage, the (block away) also acclaimed New World Center concert hall, boutique and national retail stores, and fine restaurants and bars. Lincoln Road is also home to the newly restored Colony Theatre, a performing arts venue, and Art Center South Florida, a collection of studio and gallery space for emerging artists. Street performers entertain an almost constant stream of tourists and locals on Lincoln Road. It is among the most popular destinations for visitors to the South Beach area.