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Miami Seaquarium
Located on beautiful Biscayne Bay (minutes from the Sea and Air Ports of Miami), Miami Seaquarium is South Florida's favourite attraction. Open at 9.30am daily, admission includes a full day of marine life shows with stars such as ''Lolita the killer whale'', ''Sally the sealion'' and TV superstar Flipper, as well as dozens of fascinating exhibits. For an extra charge you can book a dolphin encounter at the Seaquarium's ''Dolphin Harbor'' where you will have the unforgettable opportunity to touch , feed and play with them.
Miami Metro Zoo
Miami Metro Zoo is rated among the top ten zoos. It houses more than 1200 wild animals from around the world in a cageless setting, giving the visitor the feeling of being on safari. The zoo is open at 9.30am daily, including holidays. For more information visit www.miamimetrozoo.com
The Everglades
Everglades National Park is the third largest national park in the Continental US and the largest of the national parks in Florida. The ''River of Grass'' covers an area of over 1000 square miles and is teeming with tropical birds, animals and fishes. The area is also home to rare and endangered species, such as the American crocodile, Florida panther, and West Indian manatee. Airboat tours, walking trails, trams, and boats offer a variety of options for close up views.Main entrance on State Road 9336 just 9 miles west of US 1.
Sawgrass Recreation Park
Also offers exhilarating airboat rides. Private extended tours are available but a reservation is necessary. For more information visit www.sawgrassrecreationpark.com.
Miami Skylift
This guided, tethered helium balloon ride in Downtown Miami goes up to 400 feet every 15 minutes and can accommodate up to 30 passengers at atime. Private and corporate events for up to 1,000 guests can be arranged. For more information visit www.MiamiSkylift.com.
Miami Shopping
Mary Brickell Village
One of Miami's newest collection of boutiques, fine dining venues and nightlife in the heart of the financial district, 901 South Miami Avenue, downtown Miami.
Miracle Mile
One of a kind shops, dozens of restaurants, book stores, art galleries and live theatre at the historic''Miracle Theater''. Between Lejeune (42nd Avenue) and Douglas Road (37th Avenue), Coral Gables, (10 mins south of Miami Airport).
Sawgrass Mills
Florida's largest retail and entertainment centre offering more than 350 brand name stores and outlets, full service restaurants, including the ''Cheesecake Factory'', cinemas and high quality entertainment venues. 12801 West Sunrise Blvd, Sunrise.
Dolphin Mall
Miami's largest value and entertainment centre with over 240 stores, 15 anchor stores and a variety of dining and entertainment options. 11401 NW 12th Street, Miami, (5 miles west of Miami Airport). Shuttle bus available 7 days to/from Miami Airport and some airport and downtown area hotels.
Bayside Marketplace
Indoor/outdoor waterfront mall with more than 150 shops, eateries, international food court, 14 restaurants and bars (including Hard Rock Cafe and Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.). In addition there's daily live entertainment, special events and sightseeing cruises. On Biscayne Bay, 401 Biscayne Blvd, downtown Miami.
Bal Harbour Shops
Premier collection of designer boutiques, 90 speciality stores and world-class jewelers. Indoor/outdoor restaurants and cafes. 9700 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour.
Shops at Sunset Place
Open-air retail and entertainment centre, featuring a majestic waterfall and cascading fountain. The centre offers a great variety of stores including some of South Florida's most exclusive retailers. 5701 Sunset Drive, South Miami
South Beach
One-of-a-kind, designer boutiques and national retailers on or around Washington Avenue, Collins Avenue, Ocean Drive and Espanola Way.
Lincoln Road
Nearly 200 stores along an outdoor, pedestrian only mall. Restaurants, movie theatre, performing arts venues, speciality shops, national retailers and galleries. Between 16th and 17th streets, Miami Beach.
Village of Merrick Park
Upscale Mediterranean-style shopping centre. 100 world-class retailers and premier restaurants. Between Ponce de Leon Blvd and Le Jeune Road at San Lorenzo Avenue, Coral Gables.
Miami Twice
One of Florida's largest collections of vintage designer clothing, antique jewelry, antique and art deco furniture, collectibles, unique items and new avant garde fashions. 6562 SW 40th Street (Bird Road), Miami.
Christmas Palace
Full selection of Christmas decorations and gift ideas as well as crafts and more for other holiday occasions. 9820 NW 77th Ave., Hialeah Gardens (off Palmetto Expy).
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