Monuments Around Miami

By Celine Moore


There are some great monuments in Miami that are noted on the US list of National Historical Landmarks, a superb list of suggestions for anyone who is looking for unique places to go visit and has a desire to discover more about the history of the United States.

Freedom Tower

Maybe the most well known of the Miami monuments is Freedom Tower. Often referred to as the Ellis Island of Miami, Freedom Tower is where many Cubans came to immigrate to the US. The tower was given to Miami Dade College and is now used often to host art exhibits. This landmark is found in the center of Miami is picturesque and a perfect spot for photographs.

Miami Biltmore Hotel and Private Club

The Miami Biltmore is a luxury unlike all others. The spa services, the perfectly maintained golf course, unparalleled dining experiences (like Palme d'Or, which was ranked best overall experience by Zagat), the Biltmore Culinary Academy (where celebrity culinary artists give hands on lessons to guests), all combine to give a classy and refined experience for any visitor.

Ferdinand Magellan-United States Car No. 1

One of the Miami monuments that's at the Gold Coast Railroad Museum is the Ferdinand Magellan, the first Presidential Rail Car. While the original interior of the train is now not available for public viewing the lengthy history of this car makes it a very important part of American History. This car was one of the last private train cars that were ever built and the train car is the sole passenger car on the registrar of National Historic Landmarks. The Gold Coast Railroad Museum is a cheap and interesting place to speedily learn a lot about American History. Any person with a deep interest in trains will have an excellent time having a hands-on experience with the retired train cars and a chance to ride some of the trains which have been restored so they can be viewed by the public.

The Miami Circle At Brickell Point Site

This landmark is an archaeological site of the Tequesta Indians from 2000 years ago. A perfect circle cut into the rock is a site to witness. The park is quiet and totally open, offering a unique waterfront and an ideal place for a an enjoyable afternoon inside of the busy Miami area. This is one of the more recent monuments in Miami to be inducted into the National Register of Historic Places. Tours of the burial sites are guided by the Historic Museum of Southern Florida.

Vizcay Museum And Gardens

Monuments in Miami such as the Vizcay Museum and Gardens, give the culture of Miami its unique aesthetic. This museum is the property of Miami-Dade county and the stunning design, architecture and plants make it a fabulous location for amateur and experienced photographers alike. These gardens are full of striking unique and exotic plants that are maintained marvellously. The open air house has been the home of one or two influential Americans over the years and rebuilt numerous times with splendid accouterments each time.




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