A Guide to Miami's Most Instagrammable Spots
Soho House, House Notes, January 2019
From white-sand beaches to grand Art Deco architecture, local photographer Gesi Schilling shares her city’s most photogenic locations.
From its striking architecture to its stretches of sands, Miami has plenty to tempt visitors — and their camera lenses. Here, local expert and photographer shares her picks of the city's most camera-friendly spots.
Coral Castle
‘This mysterious oolitic limestone structure, made from 1,000 tonnes of megalith stones, is said to have been built singlehandedly by the Latvian sculptor Edward Leedskalnin using magnetic reversal (or perhaps even supernatural abilities). Located right on the border of the Everglades, the site – which took 28 years to construct – attracts curious locals and tourists throughout the year.’28655 South Dixie Highway, FL 33033
Poems to the sky
‘Devised by conceptual artist Randy Burman as part of the O, Miami poetry festival, this large-scale installation consists of a selection of short poems – written by local elementary school students – that have been painted onto the rooftops of the city’s buildings. Each work is on the Miami International Airport flightpath so, if you’re flying in or out of the city, try to get a window seat so you can check them out from above.’
Mana Wynwood roof: 318 NW 23rd Street, FL 33127
The view from Soho Beach House Miami
The views from all of the rooftop spaces at Soho Beach House Miami are little windows into paradise – with just one glance you’ll see an endless stretch of sky, ocean, sand, umbrellas and palm trees. Each view represents Miami in a single frame.’
4385 Collins Avenue, FL 33140
Tower Theater
‘Since 1926, Tower Theater’s 40ft Art Deco steel tower has made it something of a Miami icon. Located on Calle Ocho in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood, the theater has a rich history as a gathering place for Cuban refugees who fled to Miami during the late 1950s and early 1960s. Now, in addition to its architectural appeal, it offers a full program of exhibitions, performances, lectures an screenings of both English and Spanish-language films.’
1508 SW 8th Street, FL 33135
The barge at Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
‘The Barge has become the iconic image of Vizcaya, a 50-acre estate-turned museum and gardens on Biscayne Bay in Coconut Grove, which was built between 1914 and 1923. Carved from a mix of local stone, the Barge features symbolic sculptures that extend out into the water, making a majestic backdrop for a photo or two.’
3251 S Miami Avenue, FL 33129