Neigborhoods
COCONUT GROVE
Coconut Grove is the oldest continuously inhabited neighborhood in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It is one of Miami's most charming and attractive neighborhoods. Hugging the shoreline of Bisacayne Bay, Coconut Grove is conveniently located just 20 minutes to Miami's International airport, and just a short ride to Coral Gables, Brickell and Downtown. This upscale village is surrounded with relaxed sidewalk cafes, chic shops and the great CocoWalk mall. The area also features several green spaces including Bayfront Barnacle Historic State Park and is home to mangrove forest and the iconic Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. Sailing clubs and marinas line the waterfront.
CORAL GABLES / MIRACLE MILE
One of South Florida's most sought-after shopping destinations featuring quality shops, art galleries, boutiques, restaurants and a live theater. It is home to the 1920's Venetian Pool, the well known Biltmore Hotel, several Golf Courses, and Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. The lushly landscaped environment is known for its tree-lined streets and Mediterranean architecture. The University of Miami is also located in Coral Gables , and is the City's largest employer.
BRICKELL
Brickell is considered Miami and South Florida's major financial district. Brickell is also one of Miami's most vibrant and upbeat urban neighborhoods. Glittering business towers and luxury condos tower over Biscayne Bay. Rooftop bars, grills, restaurants and shopping centers such as Brickell City Centre cater to the residential and business crowd. Directly south of the historic CBD, The Brickell Avenue bridge spans the Miami River.
DOWNTOWN MIAMI
Downtown Miami is a busy shopping area with cultural and event venues. During the day, the open-air malls, department stores and jewelry shops are busy with foot traffic, while at night, crowds descend on the American Airlines Arena for Miami Heat basketball games and big-name concerts. The Adrienne Arsht Center hosts the Miami City Ballet and Florida Grand Opera, and the Pérez Art Museum Miami shows contemporary art. Downtown Miami has been transformed into a vibrant tourist destination.
MIDTOWN MIAMI
One of Miami's most exciting neighborhoods, Midtown is a burst of color tucked away in what was formerly a rusty industrial sector. Today, the area is known for industrial-chic art galleries, cutting edge contemporary skyscrapers and world-class shopping. Within this diverse district lie four distinct neighborhoods: Wynwood, Midtown, Edgewater and the Design District.
DESIGN DISTRICT
The Design District is known for its sleek modern architecture, upscale interior design stores and art galleries. Luxury fashion and jewelry boutiques, cafes and celebrity-chef restaurants draw a well-heeled crowd. Public art dotting the area includes the Fly's Eye Dome, a geodesic dome designed by inventor Buckminster Fuller. The Institute of Contemporary Art shows cutting-edge work in an ultra-modern building.
WYNWOOD
Known for its many colorful murals, Wynwood is one of the city's most happening districts. Wynwood Walls is an outdoor museum showcasing large-scale works by some of the world's best-known street artists. The surrounding streets have converted warehouses housing craft breweries and funky art galleries. A hip young crowd frequents the neighborhood's chic clothing boutiques, stylish bistros and late-night bars.
SOUTH BEACH / MIAMI
Known for its many colorful murals, Wynwood is one of the city's most happening districts. Wynwood Walls is an outdoor museum showcasing large-scale works by some of the world's best-known street artists. The surrounding streets have converted warehouses housing craft breweries and funky art galleries. A hip young crowd frequents the neighborhood's chic clothing boutiques, stylish bistros and late-night bars.
SOUTH MIAMI
The City of South Miami, approximately 3 miles south of the City of Miami, encompasses 2.5-square miles within Miami-Dade County. It borders the University of Miami's main campus and the cities of Coral Gables and Pinecrest. U.S. Highway 1 (South Dixie Highway) carries tens of thousands of vehicles through the city on a daily basis. Sunset Place is a vibrant shopping, dining and entertainment venue with a hometown ambiance. Two major hospitals within the city provide employment and services to people throughout the county and beyond.
PINECREST
Pinecrest is a suburban village in Miami-Dade County, Florida with neighborhoods of Coral Gables to the east, South Miami to the northeast and Palmetto Bay on the south side. It is know to be an affluent suburban village with upscale single family homes on large lots surrounded by beautiful landscapes. Pinecrest has its own police department and features A+ rated public and private schools.
SURFSIDE
The town of Surfside is a beautiful pedestrian-friendly oceanfront community located in South Florida's subtropical paradise. Surfside is home to nearly 6,000 residents and has an attractive residential neighborhood featuring multi-family condominium and apartment buildings, and a charming business district, as well as pubic art, award-winning restaurants, resorts, spas, and recreational facilities enjoyed by residents and visitors year-round. This beach town has earned a reputation as both a superb family community and a premier travel destination.
BAL HARBOUR / BAY HARBOR
An oceanfront daydream tucked away from the mainland. Two entirely distinct areas joined by bridges, both neighborhoods share a relaxed vibe and sunny disposition. Bay Harbor comprises two islands-Broadview to the west and Bay Harbor to the east-that function together as an independent village.
MIAMI SHORES
The lush, residential village of Miami Shores, developed in the 1920s, is a great bastion of art deco architecture. Bayfront vistas, quaint churches and wide, tree-lined streets are all part of Miami Shores' small-town charm. It's a small coastal village centrally located minutes to all Miami has to offer. There's lots to do for all ages such as golf, tennis and a great community center.
AVENTURA
Aventura is a planned, suburban city in northeastern Miami-Dade County, Florida, 17 miles north of the city of Miami, FL, and part of the Miami metropolitan area. Aventura is known for its delis, the well known Turnberry golf and country club, sleek high-rises and luxurious single-family homes. It is also best known for its shopping center, the Aventura Mall, the third-largest mall in the United States. Located just minutes to the beach and Sunny Isles.
HOLLYWOOD
Hollywood is a city on Florida's east coast, perfectly located between Fort Lauderdale and Miami. Palm-dotted Hollywood Beach is backed by the long Hollywood Beach Broadwalk. ArtsPark at Young Circle features an outdoor amphitheater and a striking fountain. Nearby, the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood offers contemporary exhibitions and performances. The Anne Kolb Nature Center is a reserve with mangrove trails and an aquarium. Hollywood offers a small town feel with condominiums and single family homes on both the East and West side of Hollywood.
FORT LAUDERDALE
Fort Lauderdale is a city on Florida's southeastern coast, known for its beaches and boating canals. The Strip is a promenade running along oceanside highway A1A. It's lined with upscale outdoor restaurants, bars, boutiques and luxury hotels, condominium and upscale residential dry and waterfront homes. Other attractions include the International Swimming Hall of Fame, and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, featuring trails and a lagoon.
