Miramar is a sun-drenched neighbourhood in the Miami metropolitan area. Whether you’re here for the beautiful white-sand beaches, legendary sports teams or vibrant arts and cultural scene, Miramar is a great base for getaways in the Sunshine State. Stroll around the palm-shaded downtown district, catch a show at the open-air amphitheatre and explore wildlife-rich wetlands.
Things to do in Miramar
Mediterranean-style buildings and lush palms give the Miramar Town Center an idyllic feel. Pedestrian-friendly streets take you past picturesque lakes and open-air plazas. You’ll find independent cafes, shops and restaurants along palm-lined Main Street.
Catch a show at the open-air Miramar Amphitheater. It’s set in Miramar Regional Park and surrounded by picturesque lakes and bubbling fountains. There are also events held at the Miramar Cultural Centre and Arts Park. Attend a show at the 800-seat theatre, discover local talent at the Ansin Family Art Gallery and stroll around the botanical garden.
Explore more than 150 acres of lush wetlands in the Miramar Pineland Natural Area. Trails and boardwalks wind through the park and take you through stands of enormous pine trees. Look for turtles swimming through the reeds and red-tailed hawks soaring overhead.
Use Miramar as a base for day trips in the Miami metropolitan area. Sunbathe on the sugar-white sand of Miami Beach and admire pastel-hued buildings in the Art Deco Historic District. Watch the Miami Dolphins score touchdowns at Hard Rock Stadium and cheer on the Miami Marlins baseball team at LoanDepot Park. Miramar is also a stronghold for Miami Heat and Florida Panthers fans.
Getting around Miramar
Miramar is in Broward County in the Miami metropolitan area. Rental cars are the best way to explore surrounding sights and attractions at your own pace. The city is a 30-minute drive from Downtown Miami and Fort Lauderdale and Miami International Airport is a 30-minute drive away.