19 Unique Indoor Activities In Miami To Try Next Time It Rains (2024)
- Date: April 2, 2024
- Topic: Events
- Contributors: Written by Nina Gunther-Segal
Source: Peerspace
Looking for indoor activities in Miami? Because Miami is known for its beautiful outdoor attractions and gorgeous warm weather, it can be a bummer when the weather doesn’t cooperate with your ambitious plans for an outing, especially if you’re visiting the city on vacation. And unfortunately, because Miami is in a subtropical location, it rains multiple times a week on average. So odds are that most vacationers and visitors to Miami will be faced with at least one rainy day during their stay.
Lucky for you, however, there is a wealth of indoor activities in Miami to choose from, whether you’re an art lover, a science enthusiast, a foodie, a gamer, or all of the above. We at Peerspace have gathered a list of our top 19 choices. So keep reading to discover some local destinations you might not have considered!
1. Visit one of the oldest European buildings in the Western Hemisphere
Did you know that the Ancient Spanish Monastery dates back to 12th century Spain, and was moved to the US in the 1920s? Otherwise known as St. Bernard de Clairvaux Episcopal Church, its fascinating history makes it a beautiful destination in and of itself.
2. Educate yourself on the history of railroads and train travel at the Gold Coast Railroad Museum
If your rainy day happens to fall on a Wednesday through Sunday, consider spending a few hours at the Gold Coast Railroad Museum. They have twelve original train cars to see as well as railroad equipment and other historic artifacts on display, plus a model display room and a Thomas Play Table for any young children in attendance. If you’re on a tight budget, visit on the first Saturday of the month for free admission.
3. Throw a spontaneous party at an awesome Miami venue courtesy of Peerspace
Here’s one of our top suggestions for indoor activities in Miami: use the rainy day as an excuse to throw a party!
And if you need a venue for your party but would prefer not to host it at your own home (maybe your roommates aren’t receptive to the idea, or you just don’t have enough space for everyone you want to invite), a great alternative is to rent a venue in Miami on Peerspace as the location for your event.
To get you started and provide inspiration, here are some examples of the kinds of spaces we’re talking about:
- This beautiful industrial loft has been set up for filming and photography and is therefore perfectly picturesque. While you’re completely shielded from the elements, the space’s ten massive windows ensure you don’t miss out on outdoor views of the city. It’s also decorated with tasteful contemporary furniture and conveniently located only minutes from downtown Miami.
- This modern lounge with an airy, open layout in Coral Way, which is perfectly suited to small get-togethers as well as larger gatherings of up to 50 people. Your booking includes amenities like seating for 25, a large kitchen island with five barstools, two flat-screen TVs, a kitchenette, and a billiards table (fun!). It’s hard to imagine a better location for a party!
- This beautiful waterfront home with amazing views in North Bay Village feels like a true home away from home. Its open-concept family room has an enormous couch and an equally enormous TV, while the backyard boasts amazing waterfront views (some of the best in the city, according to the host and reviewers).
- This fully functional art gallery with large windows on street level in downtown Miami has a main space of 1,200 square feet that can accommodate up to 90 people.
4. Enjoy upscale mini golfing at Puttshack Miami
This isn’t your grandparents’ mini golf. Puttshack Miami is a “tech-infused” version of mini golf that also happens to offer great food and drinks and all-around awesome vibes.
5. Get your fill of science education at the
That’s right—Miami has a science museum that also includes an aquarium and a planetarium, all in one! So it’s pretty obvious why we’re recommending the Frost Science Museum to anyone who loves science and learning.
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6. Explore the Vizcaya Museum
The Vizcaya Museum also has ten acres of gardens, but for indoor activities in Miami on a rainy day, the house itself is worth the visit. This is especially the case for anyone passionate about history and/or architecture.
7. Have a meal at one of Miami’s best restaurants
One of the best things about Miami if you’re a visitor or a resident of the city? The food! If you’re not sure where to go, check out the top reviewed Miami restaurants on Yelp for some guidance, or refer to Condé Nast Traveler’s list of the 27 best restaurants in the city. After all, what better way to assuage the disappointment of a rainy day than by eating delicious food?
8. Race your friends around the indoor go-kart track at K1 Speed Miami
Challenge your friends to a rainy day go-kart race on the track at Miami’s K1 Speed location.
9. Or challenge them to any number of arcade games at Arcade Odyssey
Here’s a full list of all the retro and modern games you can play at Arcade Odyssey!
10. Explore the galleries at the Pérez Art Museum (PAMM)
Here’s a list of PAMM’s current exhibitions, which typically include as many illustrious names as its permanent collection. The museum is also host to numerous events throughout the year, so be sure to check out the calendar and see if anything appeals to you.
11. Go ice skating at the Kendall Ice Arena
When you can’t go to the beach, go to the Kendall Ice Arena for an experience that might be unexpected in Miami: skating around a large ice skating rink. Their public skating sessions cost $13 to $16, depending on whether you bring your own ice skates with you, and happen daily. If you’re looking for a party vibe while you skate, they even have a live DJ on Friday and Saturday evenings from 8:30 pm to midnight!
12. Visit one (or more, if you’re ambitious!) of Miami’s numerous independent bookstores
Book lovers also tend to be the type of people who enjoy a rainy day. In fact, you may see it as an opportunity to stay indoors and get some reading done. Here’s a list of the six best independent bookstores in Miami to help you decide where to go!
13. Take a cooking class at Sur La Table
You may know it best as a cookware store, but Sur La Table also offers incredibly well-reviewed cooking classes. They teach French, Italian, Thai, Brazilian, Chinese, and Mediterranean cooking, among other cuisines. Whatever your palate’s preference, there’s a cooking class that’s sure to be a great fit. Reviewers also consistently comment that it’s a great choice for a date night, in case that’s something you’re planning!
14. Go bowling at a nightclub at Basement Miami
Have you ever been bowling at a nightclub? An evening out at Basement Miami is your chance to try! The bowling alley also has a 2,000-square-foot ice skating rink with incredibly colored lighting. Indoor activities in Miami like this transform your day into what feels like a magical alternate universe.
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15. Visit one of the city’s most romantic restaurants, if you and your partner are into that kind of thing
Are you looking for an indoor date night spot? Look no further than this list of the most romantic restaurants in Miami, courtesy of the city experts at TimeOut. Going out for a date at any of these destinations is basically guaranteed to make it a total success.
16. Or treat yourself to a shopping spree
Miami is well-known for being one of the best places to go shopping for luxury goods and anything else you can imagine. Refer to TripAdvisor’s collection of more than 370 shopping destinations in Miami, sorted based on travelers’ preferences, for an exhaustive list of the best consumer destinations the city has to offer.
17. See local and international talent at the Museum of Graffiti
If you come to Miami to see impressive street art, you might be disappointed at the barrier presented by rainy weather. But don’t forget that you can also head to the world’s first museum dedicated to graffiti and get your fill there!
18. Give indoor golfing a try at Topgolf Miami Gardens
You might be surprised to learn that it’s not only possible, but a true pleasure to play golf during inclement weather at Topgolf. That’s thanks to their more than 100 all-weather bays, which are climate-controlled for year-round comfort and even include HDTVs in each bay. There’s also a sports bar and restaurant for when you find yourself worn out from hours of high-tech golfing.
19. See a film at Silverspot Cinema for a luxurious movie-going experience
Head to downtown Miami for a chic theater experience with recliner seats and in-theater dining service (including absolutely delicious food) at Silverspot Cinema.
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