• December 31, 2024 - Updated with new information since originally published.
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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Stroll along the South Beach boardwalk

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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2. See endangered animals at the Zoological Wildlife Foundation

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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3. Sip coffee and relax at a cafe in Coconut Grove

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4. Take the kids to the petting zoo at Jungle Island

Romantic Islands
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5. Break out your inner artist at Painting with a Twist

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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6. Interact with sea creatures at Miami Seaquarium

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7. Have dinner at Area 31 Restaurant

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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8. See a live performance at Olympia Theater

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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9. Visit art galleries in the Wynwood Arts District

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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10. Stop for a snack at Icebox Cafe

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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11. Eat at Bulla Gastrobar

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12. Take a cooking class at Ayesha's Kitchen

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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13. Relax outdoors in Bayfront Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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14. Eat lunch at Semilla Eatery and Bar

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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15. Go for a morning run in the Alice Wainwright Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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16. Go fishing with Shallow Tails Fishing Trips

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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17. Go shopping at Bayside Marketplace

Category: Shopping & Stuff
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18. Learn about history at the HistoryMiami Museum

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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19. Admire international graffiti art at The Wynwood Walls

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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20. Interact with art installations at SuperBlue Miami

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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21. Attend the Rum Renaissance Festival

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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22. Watch a planetarium show at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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23. Grab a Cuban sandwich at Versailles Restaurant

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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24. Take the kids to Fun Dimension

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

From relaxing white-sand beaches and luxurious spas to unique attractions and great restaurants, Miami is an easy weekend getaway, providing couples and families with an array of exciting new experiences. Take a painting class with a twist, explore art-filled areas, see exotic animals, go shopping, sunbathe on the beach, dine on amazing seafood, and discover other fun things to do in Miami.

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