Whether your idea of fun includes art and culture, outdoor recreation or family-focused activities, you can enjoy them all in Greater Miami & Miami Beach without concern for your wallet. That’s right. Miami offers an array of fun activities for those looking to explore the destination's culture, history and beauty while also staying true to their budget. So let your fun barometer be your guide, and explore the free art tours, museums and culture that help make any visit to Miami memorable.

People enjoying Lincoln Road — Stop by Lincoln Road

Free Self-Guided Arts & Culture Tours

Miami Beach

With the many free self-guided arts and culture tours in Miami Beach, visitors can learn about some of the destination's most iconic art, architecture and history. Using the Experience Miami Beach tour app for Apple and Android, gain insight into famous Art Deco buildings and Miami Modern hotels and get a taste of Miami Beach culture along the way. If all that touring has whet your appetite or you’re looking to do a little shopping along the way, check out the iconic Lincoln Road outdoor shopping mall for some delicious bites and unique retail offerings.

View of Ocean Drive and the Hotel Breakwater — Discover Art Deco

Art Deco

Looking for a deeper dive into the Art Deco world in Miami Beach? Check out the Art Deco Architecture Tour and explore the famous Art Deco Historic District along Ocean Drive, Collins Avenue and Washington Avenue. Discover the design styles highlighted by beautiful architectural lines, sleek curves and bright pastel colors in places like the Clevelander South Beach, Hotel Breakwater and plenty of unique boutique hotels on this 15-site tour.

Wynwood

The Wynwood Art District Walk, available on GPSmyCity, maps out routes so visitors can explore the trendy, eclectic Wynwood neighborhood, where colorful art is everywhere. The self-guided tour points out top cultural stops at galleries and art shops. The tour includes Wynwood Walls (which charges for admission), but visitors will also find plenty of free mural art for the viewing in other areas of this cultural neighborhood.

Couple at Jazz at MOCA — Listen to free music at Jazz at MOCA

Free Arts & Cultural Experiences

Music

Music lovers will want to check out the Museum of Contemporary Art, Miami's Jazz at MOCA, a free outdoor concert series that takes place on the last Friday of every month. Guests can enjoy music from local artists, ranging from the soulful Scone Cash Players to the big band sound of Downtown Miami’s Big Sound Orchestra.

ICA Miami's metal facade — Don't miss the Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami

Museums

Free museums in Miami? Yes, of course. In fact, two excellent museums are free every day. Head to the University of Miami and check out the Lowe Art Museum, displaying art from around the globe. Or explore three floors of contemporary art and an outdoor sculpture garden at the Institute of Contemporary Art Miami in the Miami Design District. You can plan your visit to sync with free museum days at a museum you’ve wanted to explore.

Artist Experiences

It’s rare to have the opportunity to meet and interact with working national and international artists, but Fountainhead Arts Residency Open House in Morningside offers this special cultural experience every month. Here, you can learn about artists’ works and connections to Miami.

Marble Slide Mantra at Bayfront Park — Slide down Noguchi's marble Slide Mantra at Bayfront Park

Public Art

Want to experience art while out and about? You can thanks to Miami’s Art in Public Places program, which ensures access to over 650 public art pieces in parks and buildings all over the destination. Explore art at Miami International Airport, Bayfront Park or Northeast Dade-Aventura Public Library and see impressive steel sculptures, floral art installations and playful marble structures.

Outdoor Fun

South Pointe Park

Outdoorsy types on a budget will have plenty to choose from with Miami’s free parks. Take in the natural beauty of Miami Beach at South Pointe Park. Think views of exclusive Fisher Island, ships setting sail from PortMiami and Downtown Miami's sparkling skyline all in one spot. Kids can splash in the water playground while others bike or skate down the picturesque beachwalk or use the walking trails to head to the beach.

Peacock Park

Head to Peacock Park in Coconut Grove and enjoy nine acres of green space and several recreational areas. The young and young-at-heart can show off their skills on the basketball courts, softball and soccer fields or go inside for a game of ping-pong. Those looking for a relaxing day out can enjoy a serene picnic overlooking Biscayne Bay or go for a walk on the boardwalk bridge and take in the pretty views.

Amelia Earhart Park

Amelia Earhart Park, located in Hialeah, is named after the famous pilot who attempted to fly around the world in 1937 (Earhart took off just north of the park). The park provides an impressive 515 acres of green space, including five lakes, a petting zoo and a farm village, all of which are free on weekdays. Take in the lush, inviting environment as you go for a walk, enjoy a picnic or reel in a catch at the fishing pier. The park also offers sports enthusiasts plenty of spaces to get their game on, like the soccer complex, disc golf course, fenced-in five-acre bark park and sand volleyball courts.

Yoga class at Bayfront Park — Bring a mat to free yoga at Bayfront Park

Yoga Classes

Yoga is fantastic for stretching and strengthening the body. Why not enjoy it in one of Miami’s most scenic environments? There are many free yoga classes in Miami, including yoga meetups at Bayfront Park and Maurice A. Ferré Park in Downtown Miami. The yoga classes are designed with all skill levels in mind, and participants are encouraged to bring their own mat, water and towel. Although no admission is charged, participants customarily make a donation at many of the sessions. Yogis must be age 18 or older to join in the fun.

Family Activities and Workshops

Library Activities

Parents and kiddos can enjoy hands-on storytelling and fun at any of the Miami-Dade Public Library System's 50 locations that offer family-friendly activities on an ongoing basis. Families can participate in activities like Family Storytime and Craft or Sensory Friendly Storytime, which includes a reading from a featured book and incorporates movement for kinetic learners. The public libraries also offer activities for high school-aged people as well as adults and seniors.

Children's Workshops

Families can get in their creative zone during one of Home Depot’s kid-friendly workshops, offered at locations throughout Miami. Designed to ignite creativity and hands-on learning, the workshops allow kids and family members to interact and discover new skills as they build toys, like treasure chests, microscopes and airplanes, all of which they may take home afterward. The in-store workshops are offered on the first Saturday of each month and have seasonal themes. Participants receive a Home Depot apron, pin and certificate of completion as keepsakes.

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