How well do you know Miami?
Miami is known for beaches, Latin culture and colorful architecture. Six questions, from easy to hard, with explanations.
Did you know?
- Miami is the only major US city bordered by two national parks: Everglades National Park to the west and Biscayne National Park to the east.
- Domino Park in Little Havana, officially Máximo Gómez Park, is a gathering place where residents have played dominoes and chess for decades. Tables fill every day with players and onlookers.
- The Venetian Pool in Coral Gables was created from a coral rock quarry in the 1920s. It is filled with spring water and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
A gateway to the Americas
Miami is one of the youngest major cities in the United States, incorporated in 1896. It grew into an international center for trade, finance, tourism and culture, often called the gateway to Latin America. More than half of Miami-Dade County's residents were born outside the US, and Spanish is widely spoken alongside English.
Latin American influence
Waves of immigration from Cuba, Haiti, Venezuela, Colombia and other countries shaped Miami's culture, food and music. Cuban coffee, called cafecito, is a daily ritual, and many businesses serve customers in both English and Spanish.
Art Deco and design
The Miami Beach Architectural District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, preserves hundreds of Art Deco buildings from the 1920s to 1940s. Preservationists saved many from demolition in the 1970s and 1980s, and they now attract visitors from around the world.
Arts and culture
Miami has a growing arts scene, including the colorful street murals of Wynwood and the international Art Basel Miami Beach fair held each December. Museums such as the Pérez Art Museum Miami highlight contemporary art from the Americas.
Beaches and bay
Miami's beaches, from South Beach to Key Biscayne, attract visitors year-round. Biscayne Bay offers boating, paddleboarding and wildlife such as manatees and dolphins, while nearby coral reefs attract snorkelers.
Weather and climate
Miami has a tropical climate with warm winters and hot, humid summers. Its location makes it vulnerable to hurricanes and rising sea levels, and the city is investing in raised roads, pumps and other measures to adapt.
Sports and entertainment
Miami has major professional teams in football, basketball, baseball, hockey and soccer. The city also hosts large events such as a Formula 1 Grand Prix and music festivals that draw visitors from around the world. Its nightlife and dining scene, especially in South Beach and Brickell, are among the most famous in the country.