Historic Sites in Richmond Heights

"Unlike the Medditerian Revival mansions at Coral Gables or the Art Deco buildings of the South beach, The Coral Castle Museum is a singular structure. It is said that the 1,100-ton coral rock castle was built single-handedly by a man who lost his love. The structure alludes to mysteries like that of Stonehenge."

"‘You will be seeing unusual accomplishment,’ reads the inscription on the rough-hewn quarried wall. That’s an understatement. There is no greater temple to all that is weird and wacky about South Florida."

"The Barnacle Historic State Park is home to the oldest house in Miami|© William Silver / Shutterstock. Also in Coconut Grove, this fairly small park tops our list for having the oldest house in its original location in Miami. Visitors can tour the 1891 home, The Barnacle, to learn about the frontier life during the “Era of the Bay” at a time when all travel to the city was done by boat."

"3485 Main Hwy This historic Florida State Park is located in the Coconut Grove neighborhood and spans about 5 acres. Dade County’s oldest home resides on this five-acre site that overlooks the scenic Biscayne Bay. It was built by Commodore Ralph Middleton Munroe in 1891."

"A mere 21 years after Miami was officially incorporated as a city, the mission-style "coral rock" building of the Plymouth Congregational Church was constructed in Miami's oldest neighborhood, Coconut Grove."

"As I stand outside and walk into this beautiful old church feelings coming to mind are; beauty, old, history, planning, stories, Spanish, love, unique,… read more ». Rating: 5 based on 5 reviews"

"Completed in 1965, the HM69 Nike Missile Base houses one of the most interesting things to see in the Everglades: remnants of the Cold War."

"The building opened in 1925 and became a US National Historic Landmark in 2008.* It’s an impressive landmark. It first started as headquarters for the newspaper Miami News. It now is a contemporary art museum."

"When it comes to fast horse racing or fast games, Miami offers a few hot spots: Gulfstream Park, Hialeah Park Racing & Casino, Miccosukee Resort & Gaming and Magic City Casino. At Gulfstream Park and The Village at Gulfstream Park, thoroughbred horse racing, fine shopping and nightlife come together. You may see the next Kentucky Derby winner racing here. At historic Hialeah Park Racing & Casino, see the famous pink flamingos, catch a horse race or check out their state-of-the-art casino."

"A luxury hangout located right on the eastern edge of the Everglades, this resort offers 300-plus rooms with designer touches. Offers easy access to a golf course, a casino, airboat tours and more."

"Whether you check in at the Miccosukee Resort or just drop by for slots action, Empeeke Aaweeke's all-you-can-eat international buffet, served...Read More"

"The newly-opened Bamford Haybarn Spa at the posh, eco-friendly, 1 Hotel in Miami Beach is a haven of serenity, taking a holistic approach to wellness and healing treatments. The wellness spa maintains a mission statement that is devoted to nurturing the mind, body and spirit through each treatment, incorporating all senses into the experience. The spa takes on a beautiful, minimalist design approach, with white interiors and rooms that resemble an actual natural barn, with touches of luxe modernity."

"Every Miami lady needs an obligatory (and breathtakingly gorgeous) hotel pool ’gram. 2341 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 1hotels.com/south-beach. View this post on Instagram"

"In business since 1991 and located at the rear of the hotel lobby, overlooking the Sealine Marina, this elegant Chinese establishment has earned a solid reputation for its attentive tableside service, white tablecoth-and-fresh-flower decor, and consistently excellent Hong Kong-style Cantonese cuisine. On one side, you have a view of the sunken kitchen sealed by a glass wall, where you can watch the expert chefs whip up masterful concoctions. On the other side of the open, airy dining room, you get sprawling views of Biscayne Bay and the Venetian Isles."

"Restaurants Chinese Omni. This nondescript, banquet hall-style restaurant does Chinese food for Americans, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing if exotic cuisine isn’t your thing. Don’t miss Tony Chan’s Peking duck and its fried fish drizzled with the chef’s special sweet-and-sour sauce."

"Internationally renowned Chinese Restaurant in Miami, FL located inside the Doubletree Grand Hotel lobby, next to Biscayne Bay and the Sea Isles Marina"

"Try the Yellowtail Sashimi Seviche with ginger, garlic and soy, or a tiradito such as Tuna with lemon and fuji apple vinaigrette. Also from the sushi bar … […]"

"Dining here is like closing your eyes and suddenly finding yourself in Paris. Located in the prestigious Biltmore Hotel, this stylish restaurant features the skills of Michelin star-nominated chef Gregory Pugin and James Beard, both of them continually striving to create dishes that will make you feel as if you were on the Champs Elysées. Their traditional recipes are in line with contemporary trends and are scrupulously crafted using the freshest local ingredients."

"Coral Gables has much to offer for those camera trigger fingers, but its crown jewel would be The Biltmore Hotel. Both famous and infamous in many ways, it sits proudly as the historical neighborhood’s most well-known destination. Whether you head there to hit a bucket, sit down to a sumptuous meal, or spend the day in a poolside cabana, it’s hard to find a corner that isn’t Instagram-worthy."

"The Biltmore’s 1926 in Coral Gables offers endless photo-ops all the way from its Towering façade to its sprawling gardens and colonnades. This historic landmark is the perfect spot for going crazy with your Instagram shoot and endless possibilities!"

"Escencia Spa Relaxation Room Courtesy of Escencia Spa. Inspired by nature and the ocean views, the Esencia Wellness Spa at Nobu Hotel Miami Beach takes a holistic approach to healing the body from the hot Miami sun—and the city’s party scene—by targeting anti-aging, after-sun care, and dry skin. Facilities at the 22,000-square-foot spa include a hydrotherapy circuit with whirlpools, plunge pools, saunas, and hydro-experience showers, as well as a relaxation lounge with sweeping ocean views."