Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
4.5
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
About
Built in 1916 as a winter retreat, this lavish villa is a tribute to the Italian Renaissance. The museum contains much of the original furnishings and artwork, and is surrounded by lush, formal gardens.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Neighbourhood: Coconut Grove
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- Vizcaya • 8 min walk
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- The PidgeWayne, New Jersey601 contributionsA fantastic combination of history and gorgeous gardensVizcaya Museum and Gardens is a gorgeous garden surrounding an old waterfront mansion, so there's natural beauty as well as history to be enjoyed. Much of the mansion is open for exploration, which made this an all-morning indulgence for me. Allow yourself enough time to fully appreciate everything there is to experience.Visited October 2023Travelled soloWritten 11 November 2023
- Sarah FNorfolk, Virginia22 contributionsBeautiful slice of history in MiamiMy husband remembered visiting this site with his parents as a child, so we gave it a try while in Coral Gables with a few free hours. Lovely setting, well organized, runs smoothly. You can download the tour on an app so you don’t miss anything. Many treasures, good historical context, beautiful gardens, friendly service at shop and cafeVisited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 30 November 2023
- ceantalCarrollton, Texas150 contributionsEuropean palace in MiamiReminds us of the European palaces that we went to. Beautiful property in Miami's Cottage Grove area on Biscayne Bay. Would recommend touring in the spring when the Orchids and Roses are in bloom. Allow 2-3 hours to see everything and enjoy the gardens.Visited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 6 January 2024
- heatherwilliams3825Dayton, Ohio23 contributionsWorth the visit!This place is so much cooler than the photos make it look! Beautiful views, fun history, and lots of interesting architecture. definitely a fun way to spend a few hours! The cafe was also surprisingly delicious!Visited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 13 January 2024
- Elana_KChicago, Illinois1,144 contributionsLoved our time here!Gardens and formal estates like this tend to be a winner in my book, and Vizcaya was no exception! Indeed, I feel like it competed well with some sites in Europe. We didn't visit every inch of the house, since I have seen enough old, rich people houses, but the gardens and bay held our interest for 2.5 hours. We would have probably eaten at the cafe and stayed a bit longer, if we didn't have a flight to catch. I had read the parking situation could be rough, but we lucked out and got one of the last spots in the main lot. That was with us arriving a bit after 11am on a pleasant weather Saturday. Parking was free. Admission is pretty expensive at $25/each, but as part of the cost of going on vacation, it was totally worth it. I heard it was possible to see manatees in the bay near the stone barge, but I figured we'd probably not be so lucky. As it turns out - we were! We saw two large manatees swimming by, near the mangroves a bit north of the barge. Of course, we were making an effort to see them, and probably spent about 40 minutes in that spot. Additionally, we saw a large iguana in a tree, many different birds, and countless tiny lizards throughout the park. If you are an animal lover, it will be worth it to bring a camera with a nice zoom.Visited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 26 January 2024
- CharlotteStjordal Municipality, Norway13 contributionsA recommended visitThis is a magical place with both amazing gardens and a trip back in time innside the house. A lovely and romantic place for a date with areas for photos and a refill of our history knowledge. A must to visit when in the Miami Coconut Grove area. The prices for lunch and drinks in the kiosk was a little steep. But you could absolutely use a whole day at this place.Visited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 3 February 2024
- orrdinNew York960 contributionsFantastic placeWe visited on a cloudy rainy day and still had a great time. The gardens are lovely and the interior was also quite interesting to explore. We didn’t do a guided tour and felt like we got enough from the audio tours on their website.Visited February 2024Travelled with familyWritten 4 February 2024
- LAW64Tonbridge, United Kingdom1,780 contributionsNice visit, walkable groundsAn interesting house to visit. When we arrived the main car park was already full so then you have to exit and go to a car park across the road which makes it a longer walk to the house. It would be good if there could be a system so that you know that the main car park is full in advance of entering the property as the road is quite dangerous. The grounds are smaller than expected, the house is interesting to visit and the gardens are pretty even in February. The cafe was also nice although the shop could have had more items relating to the history of the house and owner.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 11 February 2024
- Julie BWokingham, United Kingdom28 contributionsWow!This stunning house and gardens blew our minds. We luckily purchased a tour with Sandy that was so informative and we learnt a lot. This added to our overall experience.The house, gardens and views were breathtaking. I would highly recommend- minimum of 2 hours is the least time you can spend here to absorb all the culture.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 25 February 2024
- Paul OCounty Monaghan, Ireland5,956 contributionsWondering Villa and gardensExpected this to be good but expectations were exceeded. The Villa is large inside and the best parts are upstairs. However it is the views out to the water at the back of the Villa and the gardens that are the real highlights. There is a small cafe to enjoy. It is easy to get an Uber to and from. We did notice that the car park was pretty much full up when we were leaving at lunch timeVisited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 7 March 2024
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Mew N
Bethesda, MD3 contributions
Feb 2020
Paying $22 per person and we did not get brochure or anything. We were just asked to download the map. You need to pay extra for the tour or a paper version of the map.
There were very few staff on site and I had to look for someone to ask the way. Cafe was outside and chairs were completely wet after the rain (nobody cared to wipe them), so you need to keep standing to eat or drink (the original cafe got flooded after the hurricane and is still closed).
We also went to Bonnet House Museum and Garden in Ft. Lauderdale, which charged $20 per person, but their staff were very helpful and more importantly, they seemed to be enthusiastic about explaining their place. Very different atmosphere.
There were very few staff on site and I had to look for someone to ask the way. Cafe was outside and chairs were completely wet after the rain (nobody cared to wipe them), so you need to keep standing to eat or drink (the original cafe got flooded after the hurricane and is still closed).
We also went to Bonnet House Museum and Garden in Ft. Lauderdale, which charged $20 per person, but their staff were very helpful and more importantly, they seemed to be enthusiastic about explaining their place. Very different atmosphere.
Written 19 February 2020
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Mary B
London, UK70 contributions
Jan 2020
This house is stunningly beautiful. Very ornate and though built early in the 20th century, because of its decoration and furnishings it feels old and classic European (mainly Italian). Recommend going on the free trolley buses either from Bayfront Park, then one change at Brickell, or the free Metromover to Brickell then the free trolley bus. It stops right outside Vizcaya and makes it a bit more fun if you’re a tourist. Well worth a visit
Written 29 January 2020
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Boojums70
Charleston, SC43 contributions
Jan 2020
Vizcaya is amazing. Get the audio tour! The signage throughout the house is adequate, but for $5 you get a much richer experience. We did the whole thing in 3 hours, and I mean the whole thing: house and gardens with audio tour, pressing every button. The house is a beautiful pastiche of early 20th-century robber-baron wealth: imported Venetian gates, French ceilings, etc. Pretty over the top. The gardens are lovely and a great interpretation of formal gardens with local South Florida plantings. We arrived at 11:30 and the place was pretty empty. By the time we left 3 hours later it was quite crowded.
Written 5 January 2020
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AtlKev
Charlotte, NC145 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
Without a lot of tourist things to do in Miami, visiting the Vizcaya museum is a good option, but at $22.00/persons, the price is high. There are a lot of furnishings and decorative arts on view. The signage is a bit lacking, so you’re often unsure of the significance of things. It’s worth seeing, but there is room for improvement.
Written 25 January 2020
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BrakiWorldTraveler
Belgrade, Serbia19,617 contributions
Jan 2020
This villa, actually a winter home of Mr. Deering, a successful businessman was built in the beginning of 20c. The dominant style is Italian Rennaisance mixed with few others.
It's set in a classy Coconut Grove facing the ocean with really nice gardens.
The house is huge with nice and original furniture, preserved very well.
However, with the entrance fee of 22$ which becomes a significant expense for a family of 4, I wouldn't call it a must for European visitors. There are many such all across Europe you can see for much less, older and more lavish.
It's set in a classy Coconut Grove facing the ocean with really nice gardens.
The house is huge with nice and original furniture, preserved very well.
However, with the entrance fee of 22$ which becomes a significant expense for a family of 4, I wouldn't call it a must for European visitors. There are many such all across Europe you can see for much less, older and more lavish.
Written 2 February 2020
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TravelingWithDogz
Baltimore, MD85 contributions
Jan 2020
We spent an enjoyable afternoon exploring the house and gardens. I definitely recommend the audio tour - it included many interesting details about the construction of the rooms and where the fixtures, furniture and decor came from. The technology incorporated in the house was surprisingly advanced for its time! The gardens are lovely even in winter - I can only imagine how beautiful they are when more things are in bloom.
Written 1 February 2020
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Erika C
Columbia, SC373 contributions
Feb 2021 • Couples
When we visited, there was so much construction and tree trimming going on it pretty much ruined the whole experience. Online they said the second floor was closed and sold discounted tickets but the cafe and pool were also closed, the gorgeous stained glass windows were blocked by pieces of wood, the tea house was under construction, and there were cranes for tree trimming. These were some of the main areas I was looking forward to visiting. Most of the gardens were open but all I could hear were chainsaws. I don’t know why some of this stuff couldn’t have been done on the days they’re closed. All that being said, it was still a magnificent house and the gardens were beautiful. I just wish I could have enjoyed more of it and without all the noise and construction.
Written 16 February 2021
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James P
Burbage, UK12 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
This is a beautiful house and gardens, about 20 mins from the centre of Miami (we used the monorail from Miami Central, but it’s even quicker by car) and a nice, peaceful respite from Miami Beach. It compares to many European palaces and villas, despite being only 100 years old and part of the attraction is the combination of styles and influences. The gardens and waterfront is also well worth a stroll and the presentation throughout is very informative, telling the story of James Deering - his life, loves and legacy - through the development of the estate. There are interactive screens, lots of descriptions of the various rooms and their history, plus many helpful staff to answer questions and give advice.
This house should be on the list for anyone visiting Miami or Miami Beach for longer than a weekend.
This house should be on the list for anyone visiting Miami or Miami Beach for longer than a weekend.
Written 25 January 2020
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Boromir1234
San Francisco, CA62 contributions
Jul 2021
It was fun to visit a historical attraction in the Miami area, where most things are so new. This is a high-quality museum with plenty of materials for understanding its history. I think it is interesting for people who like history, botany, and architecture.
I recommend bringing headphones, because the audio tour is essential, it's through a website on your phone, and it's annoying to hold your phone up the whole time.
I recommend bringing headphones, because the audio tour is essential, it's through a website on your phone, and it's annoying to hold your phone up the whole time.
Written 22 August 2021
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Banksgirl4
Alpharetta, GA100 contributions
Sept 2020 • Friends
This is such a gem in the hustle of Miami! We so enjoyed the downstairs rooms in the house and especially the grounds.
The audio tour was free to download, but was not super well organized. It was light attendance on the day we toured, and it felt very leisurely and private. Nice place to bring a book and sit a while.
Upstairs in the house was closed, along with the cafe and store - I guess because of Covid.
The audio tour was free to download, but was not super well organized. It was light attendance on the day we toured, and it felt very leisurely and private. Nice place to bring a book and sit a while.
Upstairs in the house was closed, along with the cafe and store - I guess because of Covid.
Written 22 September 2020
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So, James Deering ,the original owner of Vizcaya ,was the son of Richard Deering who created International Deering Harvester that became John Deer one of the largest manufacturers of farming equipment in the country. James Deering was the vice president of manufacturing before he commissioned Vizcaya , and retired there
Written 29 June 2020
My friend and I are planning a visit soon and we want to take some photos of our vacation fun. I've been reading conflicting reports on Vizcaya's photography permits and need to know before I go...I'm not a professional but I have a dslr and again want to get a few portraits in, however on the weekends it says you have to purchase a $350 permit plus tax to do any kind of posed portrait photography. I feel that's steep compared to other museums/gardens. Some people have said they only paid the $22 admission fee and no one asked about a photo permit, others said they had to pay. There's no clear distinction if travel photography for fun is free, even if its basically portrait photography. Has anyone had experience with this? Thanks!
Written 31 January 2020
The permit is for professional photo shoots.
Written 16 February 2020
Desnecessário comprar antecipado. É uma viagem a cultura. Fiquei apaixonada.
Written 3 December 2019
Why did i received a confirmation number to my tickets online on my spam folder after purchasing them? And i can not download them or even see them. How does it works?
Written 28 July 2019
Move to your inbox! You should be able to download after that! Call directly if that does not resolve your issue. Enjoy Vizcaya!
Written 29 July 2019
Boa noite! Gostaria de saber se para visitar os jardins é pago também ou só para a visitação da casa. Obrigada!
Written 18 July 2019
Sim. Na verdade o preço é único e engloba tudo. Não há diferença de preços para visitar apenas o jardim
Written 19 July 2019
Pour info les jardins sont parfaitement accessibles et en très bon état, ceci hier.
Written 21 May 2019
Los jardines son amplios, hay escaleras y también escalones, pero están en buen estado. No es necesario subir las escaleras pues hay otros espacios bellos para disfrutar
Written 24 May 2019
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