14 Of The Coolest Things To Do In Miami This Summer

If international COVID restrictions have you staying stateside this summer, have no fear. Miami is on fire with some of the coolest events. Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott sightings not included.

1. Jump into Van Gogh paintings.

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Miami has not one, but two immersive Van Gogh art exhibits running this summer. Attend Beyond Van Gogh or Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience.

2. Attend an Alice in Wonderland (gin &) tea party.

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For Lewis Carroll book lovers and Disney animation fans alike, enjoy this trip down the rabbit hole as you sip inventive cocktails with mad friends.

3. Take selfies at the Miami Selfie Museum.

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Just when you thought your selfie game couldn't get any better. Pose in front of Instagram-worthy backdrops to up your selfie game at the Miami Selfie Museum.

4. Experience a transcendent environment.

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At Superblue Miami, attend the inaugural exhibition titled Every Wall is a Door, where you can step into a mirrored maze, an extraordinary digital atmosphere, and a light-based immersive display.

5. Eat fresh, delicious vegan and raw vegan food.

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Miami arguably has some of the country's best vegan and raw vegan food, especially given that the produce is often fresh and local. Health fanatics, as well as vegan and raw vegan enthusiasts are certain to enjoy the Coconut Grove farmers market on Saturdays, run by Glaser Organic Farms. Nearly the entire market has vegan vendors, and the hosting Glaser Organic Farms prepares raw vegan gourmet food, such as raw pizza and raw vegan sushi.

6. See over 500 varieties of fruit, vegetables, spices, and herbs.

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Miam's Fruit & Spice Park grows over 500 varieties of fruit, vegetables, spices, and herbs. Wander amongst the trees and plants at this bountiful 37-acre park. Bonus: you're allowed to enjoy any fruit that's fallen on the ground!

7. Check out international sights without ever leaving the country.

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At the Villages of Coral Gables, you'll find seven distinct internationally-designed architectural developments. The villages include: the Dutch South African Village, the Chinese Village, the French Normandy Village, the Florida Pioneer Village/Colonial Village, the French Country Village, the French City Village, and the Italian Village.

8. Do some tropical bird-watching.

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Miami has become home to some of the most beautiful tropical birds, including mitred parakeets, which you'll probably hear before you'll see. If you're really lucky, you'll spot some blue macaws, which are currently in danger due to poaching.

9. Walk through a Jurassic garden.

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If the Jurassic Park sequels weren't enough to quench your appetite for more dinosaurs, then check out the Jurassic Garden at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. You'll see life-size dinosaurs amidst prehistoric plants - fun for all ages!

10. Become part of one of the hottest neighborhoods.

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Miami's Brickell neighborhood has nearly tripled its population, from 2000 to 2016. See what all the buzz is about.

11. Attend Rolling Loud Miami.

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Okay, maybe you can have your Travis Scott sighting. Grab this chance to attend the July festival featuring A$AP Rocky, Travis Scott, and Post Malone.

12. Welcome peace and harmony amid bustling city life.

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Enjoy a juice, vegan meal, yoga class, or breathwork session at Aguacate Sanctuary of Love, a holistic community and animal sanctuary.

13. See bioluminescent magical waters.

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Located a few hours from Miami, the Indian River Lagoon in Merrit Island National Wildlife Refuge displays a neon blue light show provided by Mother Nature herself.

14. Show your pride.

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Close out the summer with Miami Beach's LGBTQ celebration and let your rainbow-colored flag fly!