Things to do in Miami when it’s raining

We’ve just stared hurricane season in Miami and don’t we know it! Last week we had a month’s worth of rain in just two hours. This resulted in some pretty bad flooding in South Beach. Many of Miami’s activities are outdoors, so what can you do when it rains?

Booze ‘n’ Food

Well obviously there are the countless bars and restaurants, but how about a few frames of pool at one of the bars (we particularly like Mikes just over the causeway). Or throw a few arrows (that’s Darts) at Abbey Brewing Company. If this is all a little low-brow for you, how about afternoon tea at The Biltmore?

Sport & Games

The rain can’t spoil a trip to the pool, you’re wet already after all. The Venetian Pool is back open again. How about bowling at Lucky Strike (they have some bargain day-rates at the moment). But if you prefer to watch people being active, how about seeing what’s on at the American Airlines Arena, see if the Dolphins are playing, or catch a bit of Jai Alai.

Wildlife & Tours

The Duck Tour is a covered amphibious bus that travels round Miami. It’s worth a trip for both tourists and locals. If you’d rather be in the driving seat, how about a jet-ski tour? If it’s not raining too heavily, the Lion Country Safari could be an option. You’ll be nice and dry in your car at least! Miami Metro Zoo has a reasonable number of covered/indoor attractions too.

Shopping

There are lots of shopping options, but for maximum shopping within minimum rain exposure, it has to be a Mall. Try Sawgrass, Ball Harbour or Dolphin.

Culture

The Wolfsonian museum in South Beach has a good permanent design exhibition as well as hosting touring exhibitions (don’t be put off by their terrible website). Downtown’s Musuem and Art Gallery are also worth a visit. Quite small as individual attractions, but you can visit both for a discount. The Miami Science Museum in North Coconut Grove is worth a look. Again, quite small, but some imaginative exhibits and an aviary in the back yard!

You could also check out Miami’s numerous theatres such as; the Andrienne Arsht in Downtown, Jackie Gleason in South Beach and Tower Theatre near Coral Way.

I hope there were a few ideas there for you.