In just a couple of months, summer in Miami will be in full
swing. Even though it is hot, there is
always so much to do. From festivals to
baseball to neighborhood activities, no one ever says that they are bored when
living in Miami. Here are just a few of
our favorite things to do.
Outdoor Theatres. There are several outdoor spots in Miami that
feature movies after dark. At night when
the Miami sun goes down and the bay breezes kick in, there is nothing like
heading over to one of the venues that have set up an outdoor movie theatre to set up beach chairs, blankets, and picnics for an evening of family
fun. Most people who attend these events
come early and throw Frisbees or kick the soccer ball until it is time to
settle in for a good movie (sometimes even first run movies). Some of the venues even offer earlier shows
for kids then feature more “grown up” movies.
Some of the more popular spots to attend an outdoor movie are Biscayne
Park, South Pointe Park in Miami Beach, and other spots throughout Miami-Dade
County. The best part about attending
outdoor movies is that if there is a fee, it is typically nominal just to cover
the expenses of showing the movie.
Miami Seaquarium. Probably the only cooler thing than the
aquarium itself is its location on Virginia Key in the middle of Biscayne
Bay. The Miami Seaquarium is open year-round
and offers shows and exhibits with much of the sea life in the waters
surrounding Miami and Miami Beach including dolphins, whales, sea turtles, manatees and other creatures. As the
oldest oceanarium in the US, this is a fun place to take family and friends who
visit during the summer. We suggest that you check out the Miami Seaquarium website before you
make plans as the shows frequently change and new exhibits come throughout the
year.
Head to the Beaches. Yes, summer in Miami is hot but there is no
better place to enjoy the sunshine than one of Miami’s area beaches. A great place to spend the afternoon is on
the Virginia Key Beach (go after you have been to the Miami Seaquarium). It is such a great place to swim and enjoy
the afternoon, take your dog out to run along the water and fetch balls or
simply take a little while to walk along the surf. Another area beach that offers plenty of
space to spend the day is Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park located at the
south end of Key Biscayne. This is the
perfect place for swimming, fishing along the seawall, climbing the Cape
Florida Lighthouse and ending the day at the restaurant, Boater’s Grill. And, of course, if you want to enjoy the
Miami sunshine in full fashion, head over to South Beach. Not only is it interesting on its own, you
have all of the South Beach excitement and action at your fingertips.
South Beach. While on the subject of South Beach, this
part of Miami offers so much to do all year long. Here you have some of the best shopping,
dining, nightlife and, of course, people watching in all of Florida. On top of that the beach is amazing. The atmosphere, along with the unique
architectural designs, is why so many people choose to live in South Beach –
there is nothing like having white sugary sand and crystal blue water
practically at your doorstep while being able to have everything in South Beach within arm's reach.
Dine Out. When we say “dine out,” we mean eat
outside. Evenings in Miami are most
always balmy and most area restaurants take advantage of the breezes by
offering outdoor seating. From the
restaurants and cafes on Lincoln Road in South Beach to the newly opened and
relocated spots in the Design District to our favorites in Brickell, there are
so many options that you can literally not eat at the same place twice all
summer long. Some even look at it as a
challenge and a great way to discover new favorites.
Full of Summer Activities
Miami is full of summer activities for residents and
visitors to enjoy. For those of us who
live here, it is so easy to get caught up in our day to day lives that we can
forget about all that this unbelievably beautiful area offers so much to do. So
step back and remember that we are very fortunate to live here. Take advantage of it and get out there this summer!
