A DAY AT THE VIZCAYA MUSEUM & GARDENS

Hello babes,

I have been living in Miami for about 3 years and this was my first time visiting the beautiful Vizcaya Museum & Gardens. Thus, this post is not just for visitors but for locals like me that have never visited this site. The gorgeous villa is located in Coconut Grove and is a former estate of a wealthy businessman. The amazing landscape and architecture resembles a lot of the Tuscan and Mediterranean styles. Since we don’t have that many historic sites here in Miami this one is very popular with visitors and with the newlyweds having their photographs taken in the garden. The admission is $18 for adults, less for seniors and students with valid ID. You can visit both the villa rooms beautifully decorated in the early 1900’s, the pool grotto and the lavish garden outside along with the tea house room and fountains. Take a break at their Cafe besides the pool and try their signature dish- the Vizcaya burger (you will not regret!). Then stroll around the water path where you can spot the huge lizards strolling beside you and watch erratic swimming of local fishes. If you are into hiking you can find numerous trails just outside of the museum. Plan to spend a full day there if you want to experience all of the above, otherwise prepare to spend a couple of hours if only visiting the museum and gardens. 

xo