In a city where the most fun is pleasant weather, Miami attracts vacationers with its constant sunshine and refreshing blue waters. But sometimes it can be difficult to know what to do on a rainy day. So what are some things to do in Miami when it’s raining? There are lots of THINGS TO DO IN MIAMI WHEN IT RAINS.
Tourists are more familiar with outdoor activities, but we have Miami’s favorite rainy day activities that you can add to your list.
1- VISIT A MUSEUM
Miami’s art scene is currently packed with things to see, from history to contemporary art museums. Miami is one of the top famous destinations for contemporary art globally. Rainy day in Miami is the perfect opportunity to explore all of Miami’s artistic treasures! And, if you’re lucky, you can check them out on their free entry day Because most museums have Free Entry Day one day a month!
Check out our Map of Art Museums in Miami!
Situated in a historic art deco space, the Bass Museum of Art is a must-see destination if you’re visiting Miami. If you are on South Beach and it starts to rain, this museum is really close! Just a short walk from the beach.
Location: 2100 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA
The Miami Children’s Museum offers exhibits to keep your whole family entertained! Looking for an educational and fun activity for your children? Then the rain should put the Children’s Museum on your list.
Location: 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, FL 33132, USA
Right in the center of the South Beach neighborhood is the Wolfsonian-FIU. A museum that is home to more than 200,000 objects that will enliven your imagination.
Location: 1001 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA
Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum
The Frost Art Museum is known for its amazing collection of 20th century American and Latin American art. Recognized as the best art museums in Miami.
Location: 10975 SW 17th St, Miami, FL 33199, USA
Planning a trip to the Miami area with a goal of cultural and creative enrichment? Then put the Miami’s Perez Art Museum at the top of your list. When the sun starts to shine they also have a lot of outdoor exhibits!
Location: 1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132, USA
2- ENJOY SOME SHOPPING
When you are looking for things to do when it rains in Miami, then the world-famous Lincoln Road shopping district is the perfect place to spend a rainy day, filled with boutiques, restaurants, and independent art galleries. Although the outdoor walk is exposed to the elements, you can quickly enter the shops or sit under covered patios to feast on a meal while listening to the rain.
Indoor shopping malls include Aventura Malls, one of the largest malls in Florida, consisting of more than 300 stores, a 93-foot slide tower, and lots of new restaurants. There’s also Dadeland Mall which has more than 190 stores with excellent dining options.
3-Go ice-skating indoors!
It might seem like it’s a bit late to go ice skating, but Miami Beach’s Basement nightclub houses a neon ice rink that’s perfect for year-round ice skating – plus, it’s indoors! The 2,000 square-foot ice rink at Basement Miami feels a bit like a retro roller skating rink, and it looks amazing with its technicolor lights, neon lights, and loud music. Not to mention, it’s an amazing photoshoot too!
If you don’t like skating, the Basement Miami Nightclub also has some amazing bowling alleys, which are wonderful! This is NOT your parents’ bowling experience. After 8pm the bowling alley is bottle service only. This is upscale fun for the 21+ crowd after 8 pm. They are always illuminated with bright colored lights for a totally fun and original experience like the track. It will be the Best adventure to do in Miami when it rains.
4-Explore one of the oldest buildings in the Western Hemisphere
Did you know that North Miami Beach is home to one of the oldest buildings on this side of the world? Originally built in Spain in the 12th century, the Bernard de Clairvaux Monastery is almost 800 years older than the Magic City. Also known as the Ancient Spanish Monastery in Miami, this medieval gem is now tucked away in a quiet corner of North Miami Beach, but getting to the United States today has gone through a serious history, you have got to see and hear this story!
5-DO AN INDOOR ART WALK IN WYNWOOD
Wynwood is famous for its colorful street art, but there is a whole world of contemporary art in the various galleries around the city. The 5,000 square-foot Oliver Cole Gallery, Wynwood 28, Rubell Family Collection, and Goldman Global Arts Gallery are great places to view large contemporary, modern, pop, and street art collections.
Oliver Cole of Miami features works by Warhol, Banksy, Jenny Boot and Koons to just name a very few. The GGA in Miami is a great place to see Miami Street Art. Goldman Global Arts focuses on Miami Street Artists. This is without a doubt a Must See!
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Enjoy a private tour with a local graffiti artist showing your their murals and
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6-CHECK OUT THE MUSIC IS LIFE EXHIBITION AT SAGAMORE
When you book your South Beach stay with The Sagamore Hotel South Beach, enjoy exclusive access to curated contemporary art exhibitions, lush outdoor oasis, and sculpture garden. Join Sagamore, BelAir Fine Art, and Markowicz Fine Art galleries to present Music is Life, an exhibit featuring over 100 artworks dedicated to music by international and local artists. The Sagamore Hotel Miami is Known as Miami’s original Art Hotel and is always open to the public. Rain will not stop your enjoyment here!
Enjoy 24-hour access to Music is Life during your stay at Sagamore. The Sagamore Hotel South Beach is famous for its unique collection of contemporary art, spacious suites, and prime location only steps from the white sands of South Beach.
7-Work off some energy at Sky Zone
Sky Zone is located in Doral and offers fitness classes, dodgeball, SkySlam basketball, and a free-for-all open jump. You accumulate a decent amount of energy trapped inside during a storm. Is there a better way to unleash that energy than to go crazy in a room full of trampolines? We believe not.
8-Swim in the ocean
If there is no lightning, taking a trip to the beach can be refreshing for many reasons. First, you can park, and you won’t have to share the beach with screaming kids and loud reggaeton.
Second, you can get into the water without worrying about someone stealing your wallet. And third, once you’re in the water, the warm rain that hits you as you head out into the turquoise and steel-gray Atlantic is a magical and surreal experience.
9-Visit a Bookstore or Library
The desire for the luxury of good reading grows even more so when the mentioned books are found and read in some of the best private bookstores scattered throughout Miami. The good old ‘Books & Books‘ (265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables) and its delicious cafe are always worth a slow afternoon.
Recently opened Paradis Books & Bread’s (12831 W. Dixie Hwy., North Miami) is another place that will allow you to escape for a bit. Paradis Miami has a wide selection for critical reading, and supporting those who lead an independent booksellers’ association in South Florida. You can even exchange books and get a book at the Bootleggers Library at Bakehouse Art Complex (561 NW 32nd St, Miami) in Wynwood or its satellite location based in Miami Beach, BeachReads (1600 Washington Ave. Miami Beach). This pop-up library was designed by artist to give it a very unique feel.
10- Restaurants
Miami weather can change quickly so that it can ruin your plans if you are not prepared. But luckily, there are plenty of restaurants in Miami, and you can eat outside in the rain without getting all soggy. Here are some of our favorite restaurants in Miami where you can eat on a rainy day.
Orilla Bar & Grill(Argentinian in South Beach, South of Fifth)
Garcia’s Seafood Grille & Fish(Seafood in Downtown)
Amara At Paraiso(Seafood in Edgewater)
Andiamo Brick Oven Pizza(Pizza in MiMo)
Macchialina(Pasta, Italian in Miami Beach)
Cafe Kush(Burgers, French, Sandwiches in MiMo)
The Butcher Shop(Bar Food, Burgers in Wynwood)
